The Pirate Castle

The Pirate Castle We’re passionate about opening up the waterway for everyone to enjoy and proudly welcome people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.

Welcome aboard The Pirate Castle ⚓

For 60 years, we’ve been bringing opportunity, learning and adventure to people of all ages and abilities through a raft of canal-based activities, community projects and events on the water 🏴‍☠️ Welcome aboard The Pirate Castle ⚓

Based on Regent’s Canal in the heart of Camden, The Pirate Castle has been flying the flag for opportunity, adventure

and community on London’s waterways since 1966. We promote life chances, learning and healthy living through a wide range of paddlesport activities including kayaking, canoeing and bell boating, alongside canal boating, training programmes and volunteer initiatives. As Camden’s only British Canoeing-affiliated club and National Community Boats Association operator and training provider, we provide a unique range of affordable and often free activities designed to improve physical and mental wellbeing, build confidence, develop skills and bring communities together. From young people trying kayaking for the first time to volunteers, families and community groups finding connection on the water, The Pirate Castle is a safe, supportive and adventurous space for all. In 2026, we proudly celebrate 60 years of community on the canal⚓

🏴‍☠️

22/08/2026

🏴‍☠️ Ready for a challenge, crew?

Build it. Balance it. Paddle it. And try VERY hard not to end up in the canal… 😂💦

Our raft challenges are all about teamwork, problem-solving and plenty of laughs giving young adventurers the chance to work together, learn new skills and have a brilliant time on the water.

Because summer holidays are made for a little adventure. 🛶☀️

🏴‍☠️ One week left to make this summer unforgettable! ☀️The countdown is on! There’s just one week left of our Summer Ho...
20/08/2026

🏴‍☠️ One week left to make this summer unforgettable! ☀️

The countdown is on! There’s just one week left of our Summer Holiday Scheme, and there’s still time for your young pirates to climb aboard.

From kayaking and canoeing to bell boating, canal adventures and making new friends, every day is packed with outdoor fun, confidence-building and unforgettable memories on Regent’s Canal. 🌊⚓

Open to adventurers aged 8–17, with sessions running weekdays, 10am–3.30pm.

Don’t let the summer sail by... book your place before it’s too late! 💙

⚓ Link in bio to book.

⚓ Family adventures start here. 🏴‍☠️Looking for a day out that’s a little different? Climb aboard The Black Pearl and se...
18/08/2026

⚓ Family adventures start here. 🏴‍☠️

Looking for a day out that’s a little different? Climb aboard The Black Pearl and set sail for an unforgettable adventure at The Pirate Castle.

Whether you’re introducing little pirates to the water for the first time or making memories together as a family, there’s something magical about exploring London’s Regent’s Canal from a whole new perspective.

From smiles and laughter to discovering the waterways together, it’s the perfect way to spend quality time outdoors.

Ready to make some family memories? Come aboard... the crew is waiting. 💙

16/08/2026

🏴‍☠️ 60 years. Thousands of adventures. One very special Castle.

For 60 years, The Pirate Castle has been helping children, young people and our wider community get out on the water, try something new, build confidence and discover the joy of paddlesports. 🛶💙

From first-time paddlers to lifelong Pirates, every person who comes through our doors becomes part of our story.

Now, as we celebrate six incredible decades, we’d love you to be part of what comes next.

🛶 Join us on the water
🙌 Volunteer your time
💙 Donate to support our work
📣 Tell others about The Pirate Castle

Every paddle, every donation and every bit of support helps us keep the Castle sailing for the next generation.

Here’s to the next 60 years of adventure. 🏴‍☠️

14/08/2026

☀️ Summer adventures are still sailing at The Pirate Castle! 🏴‍☠️🛶

Our Summer Holiday Scheme is in full swing, with plenty of paddling, games, new skills and fun out on the water.

And there’s still time to get involved! We have spaces available on upcoming sessions, so if you’re looking for something a little different to keep the kids busy this summer, come aboard. ⚓️

Grab a paddle, make a splash and spend a summer day on the Regent’s Canal with us. 💦

Spaces are limited — book your place via the link in our bio.

☀️ Hot weather. Cool water. Stay safe, shipmates. 🏴‍☠️💦With temperatures soaring this week, the water can look VERY temp...
12/08/2026

☀️ Hot weather. Cool water. Stay safe, shipmates. 🏴‍☠️💦

With temperatures soaring this week, the water can look VERY tempting but open water can be unpredictable, even for confident swimmers.

If you get into difficulty, remember Float to Live – it could save your life:

⭐ Float on your back in a star shape
💧 Keep your ears under the water
👐 Move your hands and feet gently
💙 Stay calm and shout for help if you can

If you spot someone else in trouble, don’t enter the water yourself. Call 999, encourage them to float on their back and throw them something that floats.

Enjoy the sunshine, keep cool and look out for your fellow shipmates this summer. 🏴‍☠️

More water safety guidance:
➡️ London Fire Brigade: london-fire.gov.uk/safety/water-safety/survival-and-rescue
➡️ RNLI: rnli.org/water-safety/float

Summer Bucket List ✔️☀️ Paddle the Regent’s CanalWho’s ticking this one off?
12/08/2026

Summer Bucket List ✔️

☀️ Paddle the Regent’s Canal

Who’s ticking this one off?

10/08/2026

60 years of paddling, adventure and community. 🏴‍☠️💙

For six decades, The Pirate Castle has been helping generations of young people and local families get out on the water, learn new skills, build confidence and make memories on the Regent’s Canal.

And we think that deserves a celebration! 🎉

Join us for our 60th Anniversary Open Day on Sunday 23rd August and come aboard to discover what makes The Pirate Castle such a special part of Camden.

Whether you’ve been part of our story for years or you’ve never stepped through our doors before, we’d love to welcome you.

🏴‍☠️ 60 years down. Plenty more adventures to come.

If you need us...We’ll be here. 🚣Out on the water.Making memories.Enjoying every moment.
09/08/2026

If you need us...

We’ll be here. 🚣

Out on the water.

Making memories.

Enjoying every moment.

04/08/2026

We all know what a pirate's favourite word is... 😏

YarrRrr! 🏴‍☠️

(Especially when there's an adventure waiting on the Regent's Canal.)

Address

Pirate Castle, Gilbey's Wharf Oval Road
London
NW17EA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+442072676605

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