SEA: Combe Martin, Improver

It's a long trek to C-M but it's always worth it which is why it's a firm favourite.  It'll be Low Water is at 09:48 hrs which means that there will be a walk out to the water down the beach but much shorter at the end of the day.  It's therefore helpful if you can find a trolley to help get the boats down but this is not essencial. 

C-M is a wonderful location which has a sheltered bay with plenty to see and do, and also an excellant base for trips along the Exmoor coastline on a rising tide and passed Ilfracombe on a falling tide.  As a location it's a treat in all weathers - well apart from heavy swell and winds. 

Aim to be on the water at 11:00hrs.  The 10:30 hrs meeting place is the Kiln car park (EX34 0DN, w3w ///worthy.petulant.minority, SS 577 472).  There's another car park at https://w3w.com/chainsaw.equipping.palace which is cheaper but very slightly further from the beach.  It can be a bit of a walk and so dropping boats off at the beach can be helpful.  Recommend trolleys since there is a long carry when the tide is out even a little way, as it may be when we return.

There are no cafe facilities on the route and so ensure you bring food and drink amongst the other essentials.

You must satisfy yourself that this trip is suitable for you, that you are sufficiently experienced, able and willing to paddle at the advertised level. For detailed guidance, see trip categoristion. If in doubt, seek guidance from the advertised leader before registering.

You must register if you intend to come. Places are restricted in an effort to maintain an acceptable leader/participant ratio. When the list is full names can still be registered as reserves and the leader will notify you if you may join the trip.

If you want to know more about how trips are conducted see trip routine.

You must bring suitable equipment or make arrangements for someone to bring it for you (eg. kayak). See what to bring.