KAYAKING is on the Grand Union Canal which is about 1.5 miles from Phasels Wood. There are 8 kayaks plus 1 for your instructor. A session lasts 2 hours, including taking the kayaks from the lock-up to the canal side. Allow extra time for transporting (5 mins by car or Phasels minibus) or walking (30 mins) to the centre. Instructors must have the appropriate BCU qualification.

At least one extra adult is required to supervise the children on the canal side. You are advised to divide your group and have 1 or 2 changeovers, particularly if they are beginners. No more than 16 children should be at the centre at any one time. A group of up to 8 advanced canoeists may wish to use the whole session.

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DO I NEED QUALIFICATIONS?
When instructing your own group, a qualification or authorisation is required for air-rifles, archery, kayaking, abseiling, high ropes, crate stacking, ice climbing, zip wire and climbing. All activities must be carried out in accordance with the Scout POR.

CAN I CHOOSE MY TIMES?
Yes, but if your chosen time is unavailable, the nearest possible time will be given. Confirmation will be sent by post or e-mail. Activities available: Mon – Sat 9am to 9pm Apr – Sept, Mon – Sat 9am to 5pm Oct – Mar, Sun - activities finish at 5pm. All above times are available with your own instructors. Most of the activities are floodlit for evening use.

MAKING A BOOKING FOR AN ACTIVITY AND / OR INSTRUCTORS?
Activity bookings should be made by post, fax or e-mail. Please do not book activities by phone.
By post and fax, please use the Phasels Wood booking form. When booking by e-mail there is no need to use a booking form, simply put ACTIVITY / DAY – DATE / TIME REQUIRED / NUMBER OF SESSIONS /
PHASELS INSTRUCTOR REQUIRED - YES OR NO

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