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The big Devizes canoe race party

If you’ve ever done the Devizes to Westminster Canoe Race, why not come along to a special DW party this year? It takes place from 7.30pm-1am at the Hilton Newbury Centre, Pinchington Lane, Newbury on Saturday 18 May. Tickets are

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Ten common kayaking mistakes

Inspired by the tales of stolen towels at Wey Kayak Club yesterday (I know, it was a quiet news day, what can I say?) I thought it was time to compile a ‘top ten’ list of the most irritating mistakes

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Celebrating the end of DW

A nice video from Basingstoke Canal Canoe Club on the end of the stages race of the Devizes to Westminster Canoe Race this year. The evocative sound track goes quite well with shots of paddlers finishing, being presented with their

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Marsport ‘fat boy’ aims for DW 2014

Good luck to Craig Hill, Marsport’s resident tech guru, who’s embarking on a fitness quest for 2014. His aim? Devizes to Westminster 2014 in sprint racing C1. It’s a feat achieved by very few to date. Craig’s launched his quest

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DW stages race – tough competition

The stages races of the Devizes to Westminster Canoe Race often see some highly competitive racing, and this year was no exception. The Senior singles class saw four boats finish within 20 minutes, Giel Spierings of Fowey taking first place

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