Books

The Adlard Coles Paddle Scotland is the definitive guide to seeing all the wonders of Scotland under paddle power. Scotland is one of the most appealing destinations for kayakers, canoeists and paddleboarders from all over the world. That's because if there is one country best seen from the water, it is Scotland. Loch Ness contains more water than all of the rivers and lakes in England and Wales combined – and there are 27,000 other lochs to explore as well. What's more, with 125,000km of rivers and 800 islands, there's always somewhere new to paddle. And the spectacular Scottish scenery only adds to the appeal.

Stand-up paddleboarding stands as the world's most rapidly expanding watersport. With just a bit of know-how and practice, virtually anyone can rise and embark on their journey and the possibilities with SUP are boundless. Adlard Coles The Paddleboard Bible comprehensive handbook equips you with all the essential information to initiate your paddleboarding adventure and beyond.

Bradt Publications Paddling Britain is an innovative guide, authored by renowned paddleboarder Lizzie Carr (aka Lizzie Outside), is your ultimate resource for British stand-up paddleboarding. It reveals the top 50 UK destinations for paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing, spanning Devon, Cornwall, Norfolk, Cumbria, and the Cairngorms. The guide also provides crucial stand-up paddleboarding insights, including safety tips, equipment advice, weather awareness, and responsible paddling practices.

Fernhurst Books / Wiley Nautical Stand Up Paddleboarding: A Beginners Guide delves into the rapidly growing global watersport of Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP). The sport's popularity is fueled by its affordability, the accessibility of inflatable boards, and the straightforward "get on and go" nature. Yet, to truly elevate the SUP experience, a bit of know-how and skill are invaluable. This book, the first of its kind in the UK to offer SUP guidance, proves to be an essential resource for enthusiasts seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in this exhilarating watersport.

The Wild Things Publishing Paddle Boarding South West England is a trusted guide that provides all the practical information you'll need for trips out on the water, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned paddler. The guide has been illustrated with sparkling photography and offers a variety of routes for water lovers and adventurers a float. Paddle along meandering estuaries, wild swim and picnic on silver sands with this handy guidebook.

Wild Things Publishing Paddle Boarding Wales Cymru features more than 100 of the best locations across Wales – including Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire, Gower, Wye and the Brecon Beacons – this trusted guide provides all the practical information you'll need for trips out on the water by paddleboard, canoe or kayak. Illustrated with sparkling photography and offering a variety of routes, this is a beautiful and inspiring book for water lovers and adventurers afloat, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned paddler.