
Summer of Play: Canoeing
Fri 14 Aug · 11:30
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Guided canoeing sessions on the River Sow are available at Shugborough Estate for individuals aged 8 and over. One-hour sessions run between 10:30 and 14:00 and must be booked. Admission is required.
Join us for an adventure canoeing on the River Sow. Suitable for ages 8+.
1 hour guided sessions between 10.30am and 2pm. These sessions MUST be booked in advance. At time of booking please make us aware of any relevant access requirements or medical conditions.
Drop-in self-led sessions from 2.30-4.30pm, 14th and 15th August. These sessions last for 20-30 minutes and are allocated on a first come, first served basis (no booking). A fee of £5 per person can be paid on the day at the Terrace Steps via cash or card.
Please allow 30 minutes to get from the main car park up to the launch point. There is step free access up to the launch point, but several steps down to the water. There is a regular buggy service available that stops outside the Mansion.
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Frequently asked questions
Summer of Play: Canoeing takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 11:30. The event runs until Saturday, 15 August 2026.
Summer of Play: Canoeing is held at Shugborough Estate in Wolverhampton (Milford, near Stafford, Staffordshire).
Tickets for Summer of Play: Canoeing can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Summer of Play: Canoeing
Editorial Summary
Guided canoeing sessions on the River Sow are available at Shugborough Estate for individuals aged 8 and over. One-hour sessions run between 10:30 and 14:00 and must be booked. Admission is required.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Join us for an adventure canoeing on the River Sow. Suitable for ages 8+.
1 hour guided sessions between 10.30am and 2pm. These sessions MUST be booked in advance. At time of booking please make us aware of any relevant access requirements or medical conditions.
Drop-in self-led sessions from 2.30-4.30pm, 14th and 15th August. These sessions last for 20-30 minutes and are allocated on a first come, first served basis (no booking). A fee of £5 per person can be paid on the day at the Terrace Steps via cash or card.
Please allow 30 minutes to get from the main car park up to the launch point. There is step free access up to the launch point, but several steps down to the water. There is a regular buggy service available that stops outside the Mansion.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Summer of Play: Canoeing?
Summer of Play: Canoeing takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 11:30. The event runs until Saturday, 15 August 2026.
Where is Summer of Play: Canoeing taking place?
Summer of Play: Canoeing is held at Shugborough Estate in Wolverhampton (Milford, near Stafford, Staffordshire).
How do I get tickets for Summer of Play: Canoeing?
Tickets for Summer of Play: Canoeing can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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