Paddling Britain: exploring the best of the country's waterways. One of the fastest-growing sports in the country, stand-up paddleboarding has seen a surge in popularity in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. As lockdown restrictions ease across the country, more and more people have been taking to Britain's rivers, lakes and coastlines to enjoy the meditative delights of gliding on an SUP. "It’s just an incredible activity for both physical and mental health," says paddleboarder Lizzie Carr, whose book Paddling Britain: 50 best places to explore by SUP, canoe or kayak, has been one of our best-selling titles in the last few months. "It’s low impact – you don’t have to be super-fit – and it’s accessible." Click here to read the full interview with Lizzie, including her top tips for novices looking to take to the water for the first time.
Watersport wonderlands SUP expert Lizzie Carr shares her favourite places in England for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding away from the crowds.
Walk of the Week: along the Macclesfield Canal Explore one of England's 'Walkers are Welcome' towns on this delightful 2½-mile circular route in the Cheshire Peaks.
The Floating Crow: my first SUP yoga experience Ever fancied trying to stand on your head on a Styrofoam mat in the middle of a lake in Nottingham? Thought not. But that's exactly what Elizabeth Gowing did.
Little-known lakes
From Shropshire's meres to the tarns of Yorkshire, we take a tour of some of our favourite hidden lakes – each perfect for a peaceful getaway this summer.
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