The quietest stretch of the river Wye.
Just imagine what it would be like: drifting down the river, with the prospect of a picnic lunch along the way. You are with your family or friends, enjoying some of the country’s best countryside, amazed at how peaceful it is and surrounded by beautiful wildlife!
Please check out our range of trips below:
STOP PRESS: Saturdays in July and August sell out vey quickly so why not consider a peaceful paddle on a Sunday...

1/2 – 3/4 Day
8.5miles approx 3hrs
Our most popular trip 9am and 2pm everyday
Lucksall to Hoarwithy
11miles approx 4.5hrs
Hoarwithy to Ross-on-Wye
11am everyday

Full Day
For a more experienced paddler
Hereford to Hoarwithy
17 approx 6 hrs
Lucksall to Ross-on-Wye
19miles approx 8 hrs

Multi-Day
Escape & leave the phone behind
Truly explore the glorious Wye
Trips between Hay-on-Wye and Monmouth
You choose length and route
Camping, cooking outdoors & campfires - what's not to love

Paddle About & SUPs
Exclusive to customers staying at Lucksall Park
Ideal to get to grips with the sport and its basic techniques before taking on a half or full day trip.
NEW Paddleboard 1 hour Taster for guests staying at Lucksall
What our customers are saying
Thank you for a great trip. We all had a fantastic time, it was great from start to finish, incredible scenery, you even sorted the weather for us. Thank you for the recommendation on the campsite also. See you again.
Sean Dunkley
Had a lovely afternoon paddling about on the river today. A fab stretch of river for easy canoeing. Great staff, friendly and helpful. Hopefully we'll be back again.
Nigel & Zoe
We've just returned from a three day trip and can't recommend you highly enough! Your staff are professional, knowledgeable and really looked after us. We had an excellent briefing, good kit and amazing scenery. We will definitely be coming back to you next year. Thanks.
Jo Perry
I had a fantastic day yesterday and look forward to the next trip in the very near future. The staff were very polite and courteous, excellent brief and recovery drive. I will certainly be recommending you to our friends. Once again thanks.
Kevin Hicks
Fabulous Outfit! Gorgeous stretch of river with fab suggestions Best thing to do coming out of restrictions Date of experience: April 2021 Yasmin Noel-Smith
About Hereford Canoe Hire
We occupy one of the quietest and safest stretches of the Wye and work hard to keep it that way, so our clients enjoy a safe and relaxing adventure.
This means that we choose not to deal with stag parties (sorry boys) and those who can spoil the enjoyment of other river users. Our stretch of the Wye is ideal for both the novice and family, or anyone who wants to be absorbed in this beautiful, quiet stretch of countryside. You can hire a canoe for any period from 2 hours to 5 days, so you paddle away at your own pace. We’re delighted to advise on routes and stopping places along the way where you can be fed and watered.
We provide a high level of service from the moment we meet and brief you, to the moment we pick you up. The team at Hereford Canoe Hire are enthusiasts about making a great day out for you. We’ve got great canoes and safety equipment and are keen for you to share our enjoyment of this wonderful river.