BackwatersCanoe and Kayak HireAbout Us
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BackwatersCanoe and Kayak HireAbout Us |
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Backwaters is a family-run canoe and kayak hire business, established in Wales in 1988. We hire open canoes, open cockpit kayaks and, for the more experienced, closed-cockpit kayaks on a number of waterways in South Wales and the Borderland. Our philosophy is a relaxed but responsible approach to adventure, enabling our clients to enjoy the countryside while travelling at their own pace. We are proud of our working environment and will share our love of the outdoors with you, alongside our technical expertise. Backater's Environmental Policy Backwaters is committed preserving and maintaining the environment in which we operate and to minimising the environmental impact of our operation by: • Developing a positive awareness of the environment. Backwaters has signed up to the Environmental Charters of the BBNP and conforms to the environmental policy of Canoe Wales. The recommendations of these organisations are kept on file in the booking office, and, where appropriate, appended to the Operating Procedures.
Backwaters Ethical Trading Policy Backwaters supports fair trade principles. Wherever possible we: • support local businesses • support ethical businesses • use Fair Trade products.
Polisi Iath Gymraeg 'Backwaters' Welsh Language Policy At Backwaters we are proud to belong to the bilingual Welsh nation, and we support efforts to protect the future of the Welsh language. At present we are unable to offer our service in the Welsh language, but some of us speak a little Welsh. We endeavour to: • use Welsh greetings alongside English • use some Welsh on our web site and publicity • use the original Welsh names for locations, or give the English name alongside the Welsh.
Access Statement Canoe and kayak hire takes place on natural, improved and man-made waterways, which vary greatly in their accessibility. We do not have special provision for disabled clients, but we are happy to help in any way possible if clients with special needs wish to hire canoes or kayaks.
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From a peaceful day on the river with a waterside picnic, to a weekend or holiday exporing an area 'off the beaten track' moving between campsites or B&B's; canoe or kayak touring offers a peaceful and environmentally-friendly way to travel. We welcome responsible canoeists will enjoy the waterways and countryside, leaving it as they found it; treating wildlife and other river users with respect. If you are not sure about your ability for unaccompanied canoe hire; we offer Guided Tours and a 'River Awareness' Day. We can also arrange skills training courses at various levels from beginner to open and white-water. |
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Backwaters has completed the Croeso Cynnes Cymraeg
programme.
The Proprietor is a Brecon Beacons National Park
Ambassador.
Backwaters supports