Kayak Hire and Canoe Hire Hay-on-Wye

Hay-on-Wye is a very popular place to canoe and kayak from on the River Wye. There are plenty of options to choose from for groups of all ability levels.

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Canoe and Kayak routes near Hay on Wye

For a morning or afternoon out paddling we recommend: Hay-on-Wye to Whitney on Wye (5.5 miles, 2 hours) or Glasbury to Hay-on-Wye (5.5 miles, 2 hours)

Both of these routes take in some of the best scenery in the upper Wye Valley.

For full day paddling we recommend: Glasbury to Whitney-on-Wye (stopping at Hay on Wye for lunch). (11 miles, 4-5 hours)

If you decide to paddle on from Glasbury downstream past Hay-on-Wye, the second section of river between Hay-on-Wye and Whitney-on-Wye is just as stunning. On arriving into Whitney-on-Wye, you’ll pass under the Toll Bridge just half a mile from the finish point at The Boat Inn pub, where the Pound B&B / Bunkhouse & Campsite is based.

For more adventurous paddlers we recommend: Glasbury to Preston-on-Wye however this requires an earlier start!

Launch and Landing Points

The access point for Canadian canoes & kayak hire is located about 100 meters below Hay Bridge on the right hand bank where there is also a small car park (free). Hay-on-Wye is a good half-way stop on a day long paddle between Glasbury and Whitney-on-Wye.

Don’t forget we also have the capability to provide canoe or kayak hire from any of our other landing points on the River Wye.

What’s Included?

• Boat hire, either canoe or kayak depending on your preference
• Paddles
• Buoyancy aids
• Waterproof barrel
• River Map
• Recovery by minibus or taxi to your vehicle / start point
• Safety brief and basic instruction before setting off

Booking

All bookings need to fill out the form in the top right corner of this page for us to get right back to you with availability and pricing. If you just have a quick question however, call us direct on 01432 264 807.

More questions? Check out or FAQ’s page.

Pricing

For kayak or canoe hire Hay-on-Wye, we are unbeaten on price and quality of service. For our latest pricing structure, click here.

River levels, Hay-on-Wye

To find out the latest river levels and weather warnings in Hay-on-Wye click here.

Accommodation in Hay-on-Wye

Here is a list of the accommodation we would recommend using if you are staying near Hay-on-Wye.

River Wye Bunkhouse Sleeping up to 27 people right on the banks of the river Wye at Glasbury on Wye.

River Wye Campsite A great affordable campsite at Glasbury with launch access to the river. Campfires allowed as well as hot showers available!

River Wye Activity Centre for larger groups, school trips and youth groups.

Broomfield House – for those wanting to make it a really special trip with a bit of luxury.

Kilverts Inn – a family run Inn in the historic town of Hay on Wye

The Swan Inn

The Old Black Lion – An historic 17th Century Inn, it is situated close to what was known as the Lion Gate, one of the original entrances into the medieval walled town of Hay-on-Wye.

Pubs and Cafés

There are plenty of great places to eat in Hay-on-Wye! Here are a few of our favourites:

The Old Stables Tearooms – Perfect for afternoon tea!

Booths Books – A cafe with a difference! We would really recommend checking out this lovely bookshop/cafe with events and even it’s own little cinema too.

Three Tuns – A lovely old pub with a lot of charachter!

Kilverts – a family run Inn in the historic town of Hay on Wye

The Old Black Lion – An historic 17th Century Inn, it is situated close to what was known as the Lion Gate, one of the original entrances into the medieval walled town of Hay-on-Wye.

Local Events

Here are some local events coming up in this area in 2020:

The Hay Festival – 21st -31st May 2020, a must-see if you are in the area over these dates!