River Severn Canoes is a professional hire service specialising in self-guided river adventures through the scenic Severn Valley. The company offers a diverse range of routes, allowing paddlers to explore the river’s changing landscape from Bridgnorth down to Bewdley. A key feature of their service is the integration with the Severn Valley Railway, where customers can often combine their paddle with a heritage steam train journey to reach their launch point or return to their vehicle.
For day trips, several popular options are available, including a 10.5-mile journey from Bridgnorth to Arley and a longer 14-mile route that finishes in the Georgian town of Bewdley. Shorter, 5-mile paddles between Hampton Loade and Arley are also offered, which are ideal for families or those seeking a more relaxed two-hour experience. Beyond day hires, the business provides multi-day expeditions lasting between two and five days, covering longer stretches such as Coalport to Bewdley or Shrewsbury to Hampton Loade.
The company also operates a sit-on-top kayak hire service on the Kinver Canal, based at The Vine Inn, which is suitable for children as young as five. For all river-based canoe trips, the minimum age is seven, and all participants must be confident in and around water. Every hire includes a full safety briefing, technical instruction, and all necessary equipment including buoyancy aids and waterproof barrels for belongings, ensuring a well-supported experience on the water.