Weekly Activities
| Day | Session | Time | Months | Suitable for beginners | Paddling Group | Additional Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Slalom Section | 18:30 - 20:00 | All Year | No | Intermediates - Advanced Peer Paddle | |
| Tuesday | Pool Session | 21:00 - 22:00 | October - April | Yes | £5 Members / £10 non members | |
| Wednesday | Club Night Paddling | 18:00 - 20:00 | All Year | Yes* | ||
| Wednesday | Racing Section | 18:00 - 20:00 | All Year | Yes* | ||
| Wednesday | Polo Section (River) | 18:00-20:00 | April - October | Yes* | ||
| Wednesday | Polo Section (Pool) | 21:00 - 22:00 | October - April | No | Senior Teams | £5 |
| Wednesday | Club Night Social | 19:00 - 22:30 | All Year | Yes | ||
| Thursday | Star Rowing Club Night Star have exclusive use of the car park on Thursday evening | 18:00 - 22:30 | All Year | |||
| Friday | Slalom Section | 16:30 - 18:00 | Ad hoc | Ask | Intermediates - Advanced Peer Paddle | |
| Friday | Polo Section (Pool) | 20:00 - 21:00 | exc Summer | Yes* | Youth, Women, Newcomers | £5 |
| Saturday | Polo Section | 10:00 - 12:00 | All Year | Yes* | ||
| Sunday | Slalom Section | 14:00 - 16:00 | October - May | Yes* | Beginners – Intermediates | Members: FREE Non-Members: £10/day |
| Sunday | Racing Section | 10:00 - 12:00 | All Year |
*after completing 1 star or paddlepower
Key Dates
Nov 27 Wed Save the Date The club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in the clubhouse on Wednesday 27th November.
Please arrive by 7.15 pm for a prompt start at 7.30 pm.
Elections The following positions will be up for election:
Chairman – Malcolm Craig has stepped down after his move away from Bedford.
Captain – Richard Evans will be stepping down.
Treasurer – Mike Carter was elected in 2017 for a two-year term.
Youth Leader (under 18 on 1st October)
During the AGM the committee will propose that this role is voted on during the awards night on 4th Dec which more youth members are likely to attend.
The following words are taken from the constitution which you can view here: Nominations for officers of the Club should be with the Secretary in writing, duly proposed and seconded at least two weeks before the A.G.M. These nominations will be posted by the Club Secretary on the Club notice board as soon as possible. Nominations by email will be accepted at secretary@vikingkayak.co.ukalong with a separate email from the respective seconder. The deadline for nominations shall be Wednesday 13th November.
The committee will also introduce resolutions for the following: To amend the constitution to introduce a new “Trustees” section as discussed at the 2018 AGM. To agree a new CIO constitution.
These documents can be viewed here. Queries should be sent to secretary@vikingkayak.co.uk.
If you are interested in how the club works or getting involved come along on a Wednesday evening for a chat with officers & committee members before the AGM.Either just turn up or ask secretary@vikingkayak.co.uk for guidance
Dec 4 Wed Arrive at 7 for a prompt start at 7.30
Come and celebrate what we’ve done during the year
We have many trophies to award to members for their success & contributions during the year
Bring a plate of food to share & a prize for the raffle if you can
Dec 11 Wed
Pizzeria Santaniello
www.pizzeriasantaniello.com
Dec 26 Thu Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
May 3 Sun Courses situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Dec 26 Sat Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Sun Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Mon Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Tue Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Thu Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Fri Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Sat Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Sun Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Tue Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
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Save the Date The club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in the clubhouse on Wednesday 27th November.
Please arrive by 7.15 pm for a prompt start at 7.30 pm.
Elections The following positions will be up for election:
Chairman – Malcolm Craig has stepped down after his move away from Bedford.
Captain – Richard Evans will be stepping down.
Treasurer – Mike Carter was elected in 2017 for a two-year term.
Youth Leader (under 18 on 1st October)
During the AGM the committee will propose that this role is voted on during the awards night on 4th Dec which more youth members are likely to attend.
The following words are taken from the constitution which you can view here: Nominations for officers of the Club should be with the Secretary in writing, duly proposed and seconded at least two weeks before the A.G.M. These nominations will be posted by the Club Secretary on the Club notice board as soon as possible. Nominations by email will be accepted at secretary@vikingkayak.co.ukalong with a separate email from the respective seconder. The deadline for nominations shall be Wednesday 13th November.
The committee will also introduce resolutions for the following: To amend the constitution to introduce a new “Trustees” section as discussed at the 2018 AGM. To agree a new CIO constitution.
These documents can be viewed here. Queries should be sent to secretary@vikingkayak.co.uk.
If you are interested in how the club works or getting involved come along on a Wednesday evening for a chat with officers & committee members before the AGM.Either just turn up or ask secretary@vikingkayak.co.uk for guidance
Arrive at 7 for a prompt start at 7.30
Come and celebrate what we’ve done during the year
We have many trophies to award to members for their success & contributions during the year
Bring a plate of food to share & a prize for the raffle if you can
Pizzeria Santaniello
www.pizzeriasantaniello.com
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Courses situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
2019 Events
May 5 Sun Courses situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Information for 2019:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/tm81awexignwp1i/67th%20Bedford%20Marathon%202019_Info.pdf?dl=0
Results from 2019:
May 6 Mon Come along to have a go at kayaking and canoeing.
£5 for 30 minutes. Minimum age 8 years old.
All canoeing equipment provided
Bring clothes & shoes you can get wet
Viking Kayak Club
Batts Ford
Commercial Road
Bedford
MK40 1QS
Jun 22 Sat National Ranking Division 2/3/4 slalom competition
info: cardingtonslalom@vikingkayak.co.uk
Entries: www.canoeslalomentries.co.uk
Aug 31 Sat National ranking competition Division 2/3/4
Info: cardingtonslalom@vikingkayak.co.uk
Entries: www.canoeslalomentries.co.uk
Sep 29 Sun For one amazing day, Rowing, Canoe Kayak and SUP will take over the River Thames to be centre stage in the world’s greatest city! This is the first of our updates letting you know how and when you can take part…
Excitingly, our website will be launching in early June. When the website goes live, so too will entries for Canoe Kayak and SUP.
We’re reinventing paddle sports! In our race classes, we’ll be pushing our mixed events right to the top as our blue-riband events. We will also be introducing non-racing challenge classes so you can enjoy the sport and the venue for what it is – fun!
The Canoe Kayak race classes in this year’s event will be K1, K2, C2 and K4, or you can paddle in other challenge classes. However you choose to take your spot on the start line, you’ll enjoy a stunning 12 mile paddle along a closed River Thames, taking in the capital’s landmarks!
Register your interest here: https://regatta.london/
Dec 26 Thu Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
May 3 Sun Courses situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Dec 26 Sat Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Dec 26 Sun Beds Canoeists – Boxing Day Canoe Roll @ Etienne Stott White Water Arena Dec 26 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
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Courses situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Information for 2019:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/tm81awexignwp1i/67th%20Bedford%20Marathon%202019_Info.pdf?dl=0
Results from 2019:
Come along to have a go at kayaking and canoeing.
£5 for 30 minutes. Minimum age 8 years old.
All canoeing equipment provided
Bring clothes & shoes you can get wet
Viking Kayak Club
Batts Ford
Commercial Road
Bedford
MK40 1QS
National Ranking Division 2/3/4 slalom competition
info: cardingtonslalom@vikingkayak.co.uk
Entries: www.canoeslalomentries.co.uk
National ranking competition Division 2/3/4
Info: cardingtonslalom@vikingkayak.co.uk
Entries: www.canoeslalomentries.co.uk
For one amazing day, Rowing, Canoe Kayak and SUP will take over the River Thames to be centre stage in the world’s greatest city! This is the first of our updates letting you know how and when you can take part…
Excitingly, our website will be launching in early June. When the website goes live, so too will entries for Canoe Kayak and SUP.
We’re reinventing paddle sports! In our race classes, we’ll be pushing our mixed events right to the top as our blue-riband events. We will also be introducing non-racing challenge classes so you can enjoy the sport and the venue for what it is – fun!
The Canoe Kayak race classes in this year’s event will be K1, K2, C2 and K4, or you can paddle in other challenge classes. However you choose to take your spot on the start line, you’ll enjoy a stunning 12 mile paddle along a closed River Thames, taking in the capital’s landmarks!
Register your interest here: https://regatta.london/
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Courses situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year:
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post roll drink.
Video from last year: