Shropshire Raft Tours

Your Premier Boat Hire Provider in the Gorge!

Embark on an Unforgettable Experience!

Hire a canoe, kayak, mini-raft or mega SUP with Shropshire Raft Tours in picturesque Shropshire. Located along the majestic River Severn, in close proximity to Shrewsbury, Telford, and Bridgnorth. Embark on a remarkable river trip and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime!

Pre-Booking is essential. Email us

Free minibus shuttle included

No booking fees – what you see is what you pay!

Canoe & Kayak Hire

Hire a canoe (2/3 seater) or a single or double sit on top kayak and enjoy the Shropshire countryside on our 7 mile route. Meeting in Bridgnorth where you park, we provide a free shuttle up to the start point so you can paddle back to your vehicle.

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Mini-Raft Hire

Hire a 10ft mini-raft on our 7 mile route from Coalport to Bridgnorth. Each mini-raft holds between 2-5 people (minimum of 2 adults per raft) and are especially popular with families and groups. Meeting in Bridgnorth where you park, we provide a free shuttle up to the start point so you can paddle back to your vehicle.

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Mega Stand Up Paddle Board Hire

Our giant SUPs are great fun for those feeling a little more adventurous and hold between 5-6 people per board. We can accommodate up to 8 people per board if there are children in the group. Hire a mega SUP on our 7 mile route from Coalport to Bridgnorth. Meeting in Bridgnorth where you park, we provide a free shuttle up to the start point so you can paddle back to your vehicle.

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Where to Meet

On our 10am and 11am time slots please meet us in the Severn Park car park, Bridgnorth (WV15 5AF) where parking is £5.50 for the full day.

The parking machines do not take cash so you will need to pay by card or online using the parking app.

What To Expect

After you park your vehicle in Bridgnorth we provide a free shuttle to the start point. We will fit you with a buoyancy aid, paddle, dry bag and helmet (if required) and after a safety briefing we will help you onto the river. At the end of your trip in Severn Park we will be there to meet you and collect all the equipment.

Scenic Views

All our activities take you through the beautiful Shropshire countryside where there are lots of photo opportunities. Look out for swans, kingfishers, egrets and much much more.

Services & Facilities

There are pubs within walking distance of where you finish. There are also lots of cafes and shops nearby in Bridgnorth. Public toilets are located in Severn Park where you finish your trip.

Safety

We provide and maintain all our equipment and have first aid trained staff on hand.

Scenic Views

All our activities take you through the beautiful Shropshire countryside where there are lots of photo opportunities. Look out for swans, kingfishers, egrets and much much more.

Safety

We provide and maintain all our equipment and have first aid trained staff on hand.

Services & Facilities

There are pubs within walking distance of where you finish. There are also lots of cafes and shops nearby in Bridgnorth. Public toilets are located in Severn Park where you finish your trip.

Why Not Get In Touch

If you would like to hire a canoe, kayak, mini-raft or mega SUP with Shropshire Raft Tours or you have a query, please contact us.

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Read some of our great reviews below

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   tim r 
 07/09/2025
 
 
 Verified Great fun was had by all ! We found Shropshire Raft Tours an excellent company with great communication and a straight forward bookings system . Nigel our professional instructor was waiting for us at Bridgenorth carpark where we were shuttled to the start location of our canoe trip. All safety instructions were given and the equipment was dry and all in an excellent condition. We all thoroughly enjoyed our paddle down the 7 mile stretch of the River Severn.We were then helped out of the canoes and onto dry land with none of the 9 of us falling in!We could highly recommend Nigel and Shropshire Raft Tours if you are looking for an adventure and fun in a large group .
  
 
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   nick h 
 01/09/2025
 
 
 Verified Great morning on the river Great experience family rafting with two young children. Booking was easy, joining instructions were clear and easy to follow. Nigel was excellent. Equipment was clean, tidy and well maintained. A very enjoyable morning with a great company, I would recommend it.
  
 
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   John C 
 29/08/2025
 
 
 Verified A great family day out An excellent day out. Well organised and supervised. A great family day out full of enjoyment,laughs and thrills. I took our grandsons and we had a wonderful time. The river Severn is wonderful,so tranquil with lovely scenery and wild life to spot. Full recommend be assured you will not be disappointed what ever your age group.
  
 
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   Elaine_reviews 
 28/08/2025
 
 
 Verified Great family day rafting We had a fantastic family day out with Shropshire Raft Tours. The 7-mile stretch of river was absolutely beautiful – calm and serene for much of the journey, but with just enough little challenges along the way to keep it fun and exciting!The whole experience was really well organised, and the team made sure we had everything we needed before setting off. It felt safe but still adventurous, which was perfect for all of us as a family activity.A brilliant way to see the surrounding countryside from a different perspective. This is our second trip (the first was 5 years ago) and we will definitely be back.
  
 
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   emdoodie 
 26/08/2025
 
 
 Verified A great trip! Highly recommended! A great trip from booking to the end. Really well organised by Shropshire Raft Tours. We booked online easily. The meet up instructions were clear and sent quickly through email. On the day everything went smoothly thanks to Sharon and the team. We really enjoyed the trip - had a great sunny bank holiday Monday and plan to go again the future! Really highly recommend going with this company! :D
  
 
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   sueR2274TT 
 25/08/2025
 
 
 Verified Totally brilliant I spent a while researching different kayaking companies, routes and prices and I’m sooo glad I booked here. The perfect distance with brilliant direction and set up. A good mix of excitement with some of the faster sections and beauty and tranquility of other parts. We had such fun and no incidents- which is miraculous for my family and testament to the brilliant team! If reading this- all I can say is- just do it!
  
 
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   Robert C 
 23/08/2025
 
 
 Verified Great experience Friendly, easy service with clean min rafts and equipment. Easy to navigate with two young children - good intro for kids
  
 
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   Darren 
 21/08/2025
 
 
 Verified A lovely outing A lovely experience. Good kit and knowledgeable staff. Gentle route with a few quicker sections for interest, but nothing too challenging. We saw a stoat and kingfisher!
  
 
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   Jennie H 
 20/08/2025
 
 
 Verified A Great Few Hours We had a great few hours in a two person canoe on the River Severn with Shropshire Raft Tours. All the equipment was clean and in good condition; everything took place on schedule; Nigel and his colleague were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The safety briefing with description of the river and route was excellent, and the trip itself was absolutely beautiful. Fantastic variety of bird life, including kingfishers, and very lovely scenery. Highly recommended!
  
 
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   Jackie B 
 20/08/2025
 
 
 Verified River adventures We had a great trip with ages ranging from 6 to 69 it was a wonderful family day creating memories. Nigel and Sharon were really helpful and a safe pair of hands. All the equipment and boats were in excellent condition. It couldn't have gone better !

     
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