Since 1955, we’ve been a community of passionate paddlers, and now, 70 years later, it’s time to celebrate! We’re inviting all members, past and present, to join us for an evening of food, drinks, and memories as we mark this incredible milestone.

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Event Details

When: Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 4:00 PM onwards

Where: The Navigation Inn, Broad Cut Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 3DS

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What to Expect

The evening will begin with an opening speech at 4:00 PM, followed by a delicious serving of pie and peas at 5:00 PM. We’ll be holding a raffle with fantastic prizes. We’ll also be taking photos throughout the event to capture this special moment in our club’s history.

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RSVP for the Meal

To ensure we have enough food for everyone, please RSVP for the meal as soon as possible. We have a limited number of spaces, so let us know you’re coming to avoid disappointment.

Please RSVP by 12:00 PM on Friday, September 19 to Sara at Sara@westyorkshirecanoecub.com.

Please note: All under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.

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Share Your Club Memories

Do you have any old photos that hold special memories of your time with the club? We would love to see them! Please send us up to two of your favorite photos, along with a rough year or brief description of the memory, so we can showcase them during the celebration.

Send your photos to Sara@westyorkshirecanoecub.com by 10:00 PM on Friday, September 12.

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Important Logistics

• Parking: We have a small car park near the club’s container for those arriving first. Space is limited, so please consider carpooling.
• Cash: We appreciate it if you can bring cash for purchasing drinks from the bar and raffle tickets.

We can’t wait to celebrate this monumental anniversary with all of you. It’s a testament to the community we’ve built together, and we hope to see you all there!

A river session either on the Calder, or on the Calder & Hebble Navigation. Suitable for all, there are some rapids to learn some river skills and also some still/slow moving water to have a gentle paddle.

If you have not paddled with the club before please book onto a taster session.

Book online below

Taster Session – River Calder

River Session on the River Calder/Canal

A gentle club paddle along the Calder & Hebble Navigation. Suitable for all club members, Kayaks and paddle boards are available for hire.

Book online below

Kayak/Paddleboard flatwater Trip – Stanley Ferry

This Saturday, April 26th, we’re excited to be heading back to the River Calder for our initial open water session of the season. We’ll be releasing our full session calendar soon, which will see us alternating between these river paddles and our regular pool sessions every two weeks.

If you’re keen to join us for our first river outing, you can book your spot online for the Horbury River Paddle right here:

Just a little note that our usual pool session at Minsthorpe Leisure Centre was cancelled due to the bank holiday. However, we’ll be back in the pool as normal on May 2nd. You can book your place for that session online too!

The trustees of West Yorkshire Canoe Club (Charitable Incorportated Orgsnisation) would like to invite all members to an annual general meeting of the charity to discuss the previous year and plans for the future.

This is an important event that will review the performance of and determine the direction of the club, the priorities for the coming year, and selecting the committee members and trustees who will run your club for the next year. We would urge as many members as possible to attend the AGM and have your say.

You can view the annual accounts for the period here

When/Where

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
March 13, 2025

Event being held at the Navigation Inn, on Broad Cut Lane. Pie and Peas supper provided . If you can register below so we can gaugue numbers, that would be most appreciated. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please let us know ASAP and we’ll do our best to cater for you.

Elections

Committee positions will be open for people to submit their nomination for. Trustee positions will also be elected. See details of the club roles below:

Committee Roles

Awards

Dan Jackson Award – Our annual club award in memory of Dan Jackson, recognising an individual who this year has made an enthusiastic and valuable contribution to the club. 

Register for the AGM

Please register attendance below.

Please note – your eligibility to vote on any matters before the agm will require your membership to be up to date. You can renew your membership if needed at the link below:

Annual General Meeting