Iken Canoe

Your adventure on the water with Iken Canoe is dependent on the tide direction on the day of hire. However, a typical session will include a paddle up the winding river to Snape Bridge (and refreshments at the Plough & Sail pub and Snape Maltings if desired!) before returning back to Iken again.

Alternatively, paddlers can continue down river where the estuary widens, past historic St Botolp's Iken Church, Blackheath mansion and Yarn Hill wood, and even as far as a lovely beach (very tide dependent).We will advise you on the best option for you on the day and in the time you have available.

If you are a competent sailor, with experience of handling this size of boat (22' 6 with bowsprit), then she is available for half or full day charter within the estuary for up to four people max (no dogs permitted). We can 'show you the ropes' regarding the gaff rig, and she comes complete with tanned-coloured main and jib sails, a 6hp Mariner outboard engine and a large cushioned cockpit seating area.

In warm weather, loose clothing i.e. t-shirts, trainers or flip flops (no Wellington boots). Please be aware when the sun is out it could reflect off the water making it hot, so dress accordingly to minimise risk of sunburn (bring a hat and sun tan lotion). Weather conditions can change very quickly during the hire period and customers should also be prepared for cooler conditions by bringing fleeces etc.

You can also email us at info@ikencanoe.co.uk, but it's best to call us to make a booking to discuss types of boat and times. From Snape, go through Snape village, over Snape bridge (with Snape Maltings and the Plough & Sail pub on your left) and fork immediately left on the B1084 signed to Iken and Orford.

With one of the most stunning views in East Anglia, River Cottage offers you a special location for a self-catering holiday in Suffolk. Completed in 2016, and over looking the Alde estuary at Iken Cliff, River Cottage can sleep four people in stylish and contemporary comfort. It is one mile downstream of the famous Snape Maltings concert hall, home of the Aldeburgh Festival, and a few miles upstream of the delightful seaside town of Aldeburgh.