Sam Guest runs our Sister operation, Paddle Surf Yorkshire. Here he introduces one of his favourite lesson locations:

One of our favourite Paddling locations is at Apperley Bridge. Situated on the outskirts of Bradford, just a stone's throw from the metropolitan boundary with Leeds, it is a wonderful place to paddle. We paddle on the Leeds Liverpool Canal, its waters always super calm, meaning perfect learning conditions are guaranteed. Flat, calm water really is the key to truly getting to grips, and falling in love with Stand Up Paddleboarding. The Canal provides this, and more.

With the national cycle network path using the towpath, we enjoy a fantastically varied landscape to admire from the water. The impressive engineering feat that is Dobson’s Locks, the woods that line the canalside and the plethora of canal boats at the Marina. All this and more, this juxtaposition of urban and country are all best experienced from your Paddleboard. The Marina View Coffee Shop and its excellent cakes, is nearby to celebrate after your paddle.