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CANOE MARATHON GOVERNANCE
Canoe marathon racing in the UK is overseen by the Paddle UK Marathon Racing Committee
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NATIONAL RACING
Three major national marathon annual events are held and run by the MRC and clubs: National Marathon Championships, National Short Course Championships and the Hasler Finals
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EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Paddle UK actively promotes access to the sport of canoe sprint to all paddlers, coaches and volunteers, regardless of their identity, background or circumstances
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URGENT: Volunteer staff needed for French Nationals Development Trip 2026
The Marathon Racing Committee are urgently seeking volunteer staff to support the French National Development Trip on the weekend of the 26th-27th September in Charlesville near Rheims. If you think[…]
Read moreWorld Championships & French Nationals Development Trip Availability Forms & Selections
The last selections for 2026 will be for the World Championships and French Nationals with a U14/U16 Development team. There are two teams that will form part of this announcement:[…]
Read moreJames Russell wins Bronze at the Marathon World Cup in China
Words by Freya Peters Reigning European marathon champion James Russell started his season strong with a bronze medal in the short course race at the 2026 Canoe Marathon World Cup[…]
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