Paddleboarding-Royal Victoria Dock

Paddleboarding-Royal Victoria Dock

Beach vibes in the city, overhead cable cars, roaring jets, and watersports fun come together at Royal Victoria Dock, a lively waterside destination packed with historical landmarks and modern attractions

A full route description can be found in our book Paddleboarding South East

Distance: free range

Paddling environment: Dockland Lake

Access restrictions Self launch (£5/unlimited time), book with WakeUp Docklands (you must have a BSUPA Ready2Ride card; no under18’s); buoyancy aids and leashes must be worn.

Starting Point Wakeup Docklands, 1 Dock Road, London, E16 1AG. Grid ref. TQ 400 804; What3Words zealous.woke.holly.

Parking

Launching Pontoon

Pitstops Hawaiian-themed, grass-roof hangout on the waterfront, Byrney’s Beach bar (part of Wake Up Docklands); fabulous floating beer garden with some decent local ales, The Oiler Bar, 07588 247500.

Lessons, yoga, tours, and hire super-friendly Wakeup Docklands, tel. 0203 9503951. https://wakeupdocklands.com  

Getting there Located just a short distance from Canary Wharf and the London City Airport, the Royal Docks are easily accessible via the DLR, and the Emirates Air Line cable car offers a unique way to reach the area while enjoying breathtaking views of the Thames and Docklands skyline.

Special points

Please clean your board before you enter the water to prevent spread on non-native plants and animal species.

Paddleboarding Royal Victoria Docks Paddleboard Route