Pesda Press

The Pesda Press PaddleMore in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs is a guide for paddlers lookinh to explore the shorline and lochs of the Trossachs. Loch Lomond itself has over eighty kilometres of shoreline to explore, but there is so much more to the park. The twenty-two navigable lochs range from the vast sea lochs around Loch Long to small inland bodies such as Loch Chon. The rivers vary from relaxed meandering waterways like the Balvaig to the steep white water of the River Falloch and everything in between.

The Pesda Press Paddle Shakespeare's Avon guidebook takes you along the Avon and its many locks and weird, whilst also highlighting the river's remarkable natural and historical surroundings. Whether by kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or just looking to splash about getting wet, there's something for you in this book.

The Pesda Press Paddling Map of Britain is a high-quality map of mainland Britain that shows the huge extent of paddle-sport possibilities on rivers, lakes, canals and along the coast. It is colour-coded to clearly show the nature of the these waterways. The author, Peter Knowles FRGS, is a world renowned expedition kayaker who has written and produced many popular kayaking guide books.

Pesda Press Paddle the Severn is a guide for canoes, kayaks and SUPs of Britain's longest river and what if offers to paddlers. Choose between the river's diverse, attractive and engaging surroundings such as white water in the Cambrian mountains, plain meanders in North Shropshire and floodplains in Worcestershire. This is the first paddling guidebook to the River Severn which covers the entire river in all its moods. It aims to guide paddlers along the Severn and through its rapids, riffles and locks, whilst also highlighting the river’s natural and historical surrounds.

Pesda Press Packrafting - A UK Manual provides essential knowledge and techniques for safe and effective packraft adventures, benefiting both beginners and experienced paddlers. Packrafts offer a versatile way to combine hiking and paddling, allowing seamless transitions between land and water exploration. Their lightweight and compact design make them easy to transport and store, enabling various adventure styles from 'park and play' to multi-day journeys.

The Pesda Press Nature of the Brecon Beacons guide will help you identify many of the animals, insects, rocks and plants you are likely to encounter along your adventures.

The Wye is one of Britain's finest paddle sport touring rivers, and offers something for every kind of paddler. This guide provides the information and advice you need to plan your own Wye journey, whether it's single or multi-day, whitewater or sedate cruising. This is a fully revised and updated 2nd Edition, first published as River Wye Canoe and Kayak Guide 2016.

The Scottish White Water kayaking guidebook by Pesda Press provides valuable insights for kayakers looking to explore the waters of Scotland, especially those interested in white water kayaking. It's an excellent resource for planning kayaking adventures in the region.

Scotland's west coast is an undisputed world-class sea kayaking destination. This book challenges the reader to kayak a 500 km route, from the Isle of Gigha off the Kintyre peninsular, to the Summer Isles near Ullapool.

Pesda Press North & East Coasts of Scotland Sea Kayaking is a guidebook covering some of Scottish paddling’s best kept secrets. Forty-five journeys are described in a way that is both inspirational and informative. Details of launching and landing sites, tides and potential hazards are provided and the coast is described in exquisite detail. This means that it can also be used as a kayaker’s ‘pilot’ for any journey they might wish to undertake in this area.

The Norfolk Broads is a unique wetland environment, with marvellous wildlife and scenery that is ideal for exploring by canoe or kayak. This guide provides all the information you need to plan your journey through this picturesque landscape. Seven rivers and fourteen Broads are described in detail, with information on launching points, local attractions, wildlife and history.

An illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of southern England’s waterways, from the Grand Union Canal in the South Midlands to the River Tamar in the South West. Scenic lakes, placid canals and broad rivers, as they can only be seen from a canoe, kayak or paddleboard.

Explore the diverse sea kayaking opportunities in South East England and the Channel Islands with the Pesda Press South East England & Channel Islands Sea Kayaking guide. Immerse yourself in the varied landscape featuring chalk cliffs, pebble beaches, expansive sand stretches, mudflats, and river estuaries. Navigate the Tidal Thames, winding through the densely populated City of London, or discover the solitude of the deserted North Norfolk coast. This guide offers an in-depth exploration of the captivating coastal environments, ensuring an enriching sea kayaking experience in this picturesque region.

Pesda Press Skye and North West Highlands Sea Kayaking guide features fifty meticulously described journeys, seamlessly blending inspiration with essential information. Discover detailed insights into launching and landing sites, tides, and potential hazards, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the region's coastal nuances. Each stretch of the coast is intricately depicted, offering an immersive experience for kayakers. Serving as a valuable 'pilot,' this guide empowers kayakers to plan and undertake any journey in this captivating and scenic area.

Paddle the Spey. This illustrated guide will help you plan your journey along the River Spey, one of the UK’s classic canoe, kayak and paddleboard touring rivers.

Pesda Press Paddle the Thames celebrates the remarkable paddling experiences along the River Thames. Whether you're touring, training, racing, or simply enjoying a leisurely paddle, the Thames offers a captivating journey from its source in the Cotswold Hills, through the Home Counties and London, to its vast estuary. With diverse and engaging surroundings throughout, this book highlights the Thames as a fantastic destination for canoeing, kayakingor paddleboarding adventures.

Pesda Press Sea Kayak: Rough Water Handling is a practical guide that will help you to master the skills needed to manoeuvre a sea kayak efficiently in rough water and advanced conditions. For intermediate and advanced paddlers. Doug draws on his personal and coaching experience to help the reader master sea kayak handling skills and techniques. Accurate sequential photos and simple concise language make the descriptions easy to follow and understand.

Pesda Press Sea Kayak Handling practical guide that will help you to master the skills needed to manoeuvre a sea kayak efficiently. For beginner and intermediate paddlers. Doug draws on his personal and coaching experience to help the reader master sea kayak handling skills and techniques. Accurate sequential photos and simple concise language make the descriptions easy to follow and understand.

A complete introduction to open canoeing. Discover Canoeing is a journey through the sport of open canoeing, its history, the modern canoe and the future.

Following on from his hugely successful book Sea Kayak, Gordon Brown brings his vast experience and unique style to this latest publication Sea Kayak Safety and Rescue.

Tim Gent shares his passion for cooking over an open fire. Gathering and preparing the wood and kindling, lighting and tending the fire, cooking techniques and favourite recipes are all covered.

In this book Tim Gent shares his enthusiasm for and experience of travelling and camping from an open canoe.

This book explains to the hillwalker, in easy to understand but accurate terms, how geology has shaped the landscape of South Wales. A selection of seventeen guided walks are used to illustrate this in terms of what can be seen on the ground.

Pesda Press Top Tips For Boaters is a simple, no nonsense book of ideas for kayaking collected by the coaches at Plas Y Brenin - one of the foremost outdoor education facilities in the world.

In this book, BCU level 5 sea coach, Gordon Brown shares his knowledge of sea kayaking. Included are topics such as physiology, boat and paddle dynamics, seamanship, safety and rescue and much more all delivered in his succinct, humorous, and very visual style. With over 70 photographs and illustrations, to aid understanding, this is an essential manual for the modern sea kayaker.

Learn to Roll – Improve your roll – Develop a bomb-proof roll. Pesda Press Kayak Rolling is a visual approach to learning to roll a kayak or developing a ‘bomb-proof’ rough water roll. Rolling is learnt by working through a sequence of exercises to allow the learner to ‘feel’ what is required.

Over 570 Irish Islands – a wealth of information on the wildlife, stories and history of the islands. For those wishing to visit in small boats or kayaks there are details of: Landings, Camping, Drinking water and Tidal information.

Ray Goodwin is one of the most respected canoeing coaches in the UK if not the world and the Pesda Press Canoeing book offers a comprehensive guide to all aspects of open boating.

Pesda Press Welsh Canoe Classics is an illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of Wales’ waterways. Scenic lakes, broad estuaries and white water rivers, as they can only be seen from canoe or kayak.

The Pesda Press Discover Kayak Fishing guide book is great for the angler who has taken up or is curious about kayak fishing. Experienced kayakers will also benefit from Andy’s kayak fishing wisdom.

Discover the completely revised edition of "White Water Safety & Rescue," now presented in full colour throughout! This latest version boasts new photos and fully updated text, incorporating numerous small but significant improvements.

Where can I go paddling? Find the answers right here, with 135 great canoe, kayak and paddleboard trips, 12 cross-Scotland routes, and numerous ‘short easy trips’ in a unique guide for those seeking gentler waters.