Active Essex, Active Kent & Medway, London Sport, British Rowing, Paddle UK, RYA, Canal & River Trust, Thames Path National Trail and the Port of London Authority are working together to better serve the watersports community.
Shared objectives include increasing the watersports offer, supporting the growth and development of the workforce, and maximising the use of clubhouses and the Thames path.
Designed to support physical activity on the water in London, Kent and Essex, this website is for participants, activity providers, coaches and enthusiasts. It is brought to you by the Port of London Authority, the trust port that reinvests in the river and maintains safety of navigation along 95 miles of river; from Teddington to the North Sea.
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In 2021 London Sport conducted a survey targeted at anyone who enjoys or organises sport on the tideway or inland waterways in London, Kent and Essex. People were asked about their background, what they think about the potential for blue spaces, and what they consider to be barriers to getting active.
As a result of the survey findings we have provided this website and increased funding for the Active Thames programme.
The Thames is an iconic draw for people from near and far.
The programme provides grants to organisations who submit projects that link to at least one of the objectives below:
London Youth Rowing are shaking up training
Taking the plunge
Opening up opportunities
Making waves
Drinking from the cup of confidence
Gearing up to make a splash
Making their club more inclusive