![]() ![]() All vessels pass each other to the right. All vessels are expected to keep to the right where-ever that is possible. ![]() The “rule of the road” is the opposite to that on land. If you are new to the river we do ask you to remember a few simple, but important rules. The huge increase in Paddleboard use since 2020 has been extraordinary, it is great seeing so many people enjoying the river. Powered boats are defined as “Launches” The fees are based on the square area of the vessel, the full list of the charges can be seen here: You can contact British Canoeing at 03 or The fee is £45 but it includes Public Liability Insurance and a permit to use most of the UK’s waterways including the River Thames. If you own a Paddleboard, you could consider joining British Canoeing. There is also an Explorer registration which allows you to use your Paddleboard on 15 non consecutive days at a cost of £18.00. The fee for unpowered craft and this includes any inflatable boat including any Paddleboard is £45,90 a year £20.60 per month, £10.90 per week and £5.20 per day. Non powered craft, for example any, Paddleboard, must be registered and pay the appropriate fee and have valid third party insurance. The Environment Agency are the Navigation Authority and are responsible for the maintenance and regulations on the non - tidal river and as such they issue registration plates. The registration period is from 1st January to 31st December. You will need a licence, known as a Registration Plate, which is in reality a piece of paper 100mm x 120mm. ![]() Yes you can paddleboard on the Thames or use any type of craft on the non-tidal River Thames between Cricklade Bridge and Teddington Lock, and the short section of the tidal River Thames between Teddington Lock and the Port of London Authority’s boundary, including backwaters and marinas. ![]()
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