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PSK 1000 Islands Challenge - 2025


A new points system has been added for 2025!


The original idea remains - choose an island, paddle around it, send us the GPS track.
You get points for each km around the island.
The larger the island the more points you get.
But for 2025 you also get points for the overall trip distance (1 pt per km), as well as the island points!
So the further you paddle, the more points you get.
Simple.


2025 points system:
  • Any island -- 1 pt per km + 33% bonus (rounded to nearest whole point)
  • Island points are multiplied by the number of laps completed for that island
  • 1 pt per km of overall trip distance is now added to the final total.
  • Details Here
Image: Natalie Maderova



            

1000 Islands Challenge Leaderboard - 2025


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Posn.PaddlerTripsIslandsLapsPts
11Oliver Millington2825651293
22Andy McManus2328391191
33Margarita Felixberger133799
43Tavi Murray133799
55Phil Smith10639700
66Tash Ó Treasaigh142020375
76Paul Edmondson333375
88Malcolm Stubbs111338
99Michael O'Farrell101621332
1010Neal Ricketts134345291
1111Russell Henderson81113282
1212Jack Pearl111278
1313Ian Tindal566263
1414Marcus Francis111258
1514John Gray111258
1616Sue Smith61414200
1717Natalie Maderova11212174
1818Julian Haines555168
1919Graham Bell111148
2020Kevin Mansell222144
2121Susan Honan333116
2222Simon Augustin111112
2323Kira Quinton7917101
2424Jon Needham21298
2525Catriona Woods22290
2626Scott Bekker36789
2727John Niven3141487
2828Russell Henerson33377
2929Dave Cutts571065
3030Kathy Webb55660
3131Billy Butler11149
3231Tom Dawson11149
3333Richard Hughes1118

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Islands - 2025

IslandsCountryCirc Dist kmlatlonBNGFirst PaddledFirst PaddlerVisits
1A' ChuliScotland256.235-5.786NM 655,11209-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
2An CaolScotland256.829-5.107NN 105,75110-Jun-25Oliver Millington1
3An CleiteadhScotland156.261-5.624NM 756,13625-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
4Annagh IslandIreland153.982-9.862xxx,xxx04-Jun-25Paul Edmondson2
5ArdmoreIreland353.502-10.122xxx,xxx08-Jun-25Paul Edmondson1
6Ballycotton IslandIreland151.825-7.984xxx,xxx03-Jan-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
7Bass RockScotland154.381-2.943SD 388,98828-Feb-25Andy McManus5
8Battisburgh IslandEngland150.303-3.962SX 603,46619-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
9Bell Rock LighthouseScotland156.434-2.286NO 762,26929-Jul-25John Niven1
10BelnahuaScotland156.252-5.691NM 714,12709-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
11Big Picket RockEngland150.664-3.268SY 104,85713-Mar-25Neal Ricketts1
12Birnbeck IslandEngland151.357-2.999ST 304,62529-Jun-25Neal Ricketts1
13Black RockScotland156.754-5.194NN 047,67125-Jan-25Oliver Millington2
14Brownsea IslandEngland750.69-1.97SZ 020,87925-Jan-25Phil Smith4
15BucinchScotland156.091-4.592NS 387,91829-Jun-25Andy McManus2
16Calf Island EastIreland351.483-9.487xxx,xxx23-Apr-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
17Calf Island MiddleIreland351.481-9.506xxx,xxx13-Jun-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
18CannaScotland2357.059-6.654NG 249,05923-May-25Tavi Murray2
19CeardachScotland156.091-4.587NS 390,91709-Jul-25Sue Smith1
20ClairinshScotland156.075-4.551NS 413,89824-Jun-25Sue Smith1
21Clare IslandIreland1953.805-9.990xxx,xxx18-Jul-25Michael O'Farrell1
22Clear IslandIreland1351.439-9.490xxx,xxx25-Jun-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
23Colt IslandIreland153.585-6.088xxx,xxx03-Mar-25Michael O'Farrell2
24CominoMalta836.01014.336xxx,xxx12-Mar-25Kevin Mansell1
25Corn HammocksU.S.A.238.435-75.091xxx,xxx19-Jun-25Scott Bekker1
26CraigleithScotland156.071-2.718NT 552,87028-Feb-25Andy McManus2
27Cranberry IslandIreland155.134-7.693xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
28CrannogScotland157.067-4.775NH 318,00707-Jun-25Phil Smith1
29Cratlagh IslandIreland155.110-7.703xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
30CreinchScotland156.064-4.581NS 393,88722-Feb-25Andy McManus2
31Dalkey IslandIreland253.271-6.084xxx,xxx09-Apr-25Michael O'Farrell1
32Drake_s IslandEngland250.354-4.153SX 468,52809-Aug-25Neal Ricketts1
33Dubh SgeirScotland156.245-5.671NM 726,11911-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
34Dubh SgeirScotland156.548-5.484NM 858,45116-Mar-25Kira Quinton1
35Dun ChonnuillScotland156.249-5.745NM 680,12609-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
36EasdaleScotland356.292-5.658NM 736,17111-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
37East MaidenNorthern Ireland154.928-5.727xxx,xxx08-May-25Michael O'Farrell1
38Eddystone RocksEngland150.180-4.265SX 383,33624-Aug-25Ian Tindal1
39EiggScotland2356.900-6.152NM 470,86923-May-25Tavi Murray2
40Eileach an NaoimhScotland556.221-5.807NM 640,09822-May-25Ian Tindal2
41Eilean ArsaScotland157.353-5.855NM 786,07309-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
42Eilean BalnagowanScotland356.630-5.339NM 952,53820-Mar-25Kira Quinton2
43Eilean DroineachScotland156.558-5.442NM 885,46112-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
44Eilean Dubh MòrScotland456.231-5.719NM 695,10509-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
45Eilean FraochScotland156.260-5.620NM 758,13425-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
46Eilean GainimhScotland156.571-5.435NM 890,47412-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
47Eilean GamhnaScotland156.485-5.523NM 782,10809-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
48Eilean GlasScotland156.573-5.421NM 898,47612-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
49Eilean MundeScotland156.684-5.129NN 083,59119-Feb-25Kira Quinton1
50Eilean TornalScotland156.293-5.598NM 774,17025-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
51Eilean a BhealaidhScotland156.201-5.685NM 714,07108-Jul-25Oliver Millington2
52Eilean a BhealaidhScotland156.837-5.127NN 093,76201-Jan-25Oliver Millington9
53Eilean an FheidhScotland156.789-5.814NM 671,72805-May-25Phil Smith1
54Eilean na CreicheScotland156.838-5.123NN 095,76201-Jan-25Oliver Millington9
55Eilean nam BànScotland156.559-5.467NM 869,46216-Mar-25Kira Quinton1
56Eilean nan CaorachScotland156.565-5.418NM 900,46712-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
57Eilean nan CeannScotland156.221-5.687NM 715,09311-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
58Eilean nan ChaorainnScotland156.563-5.419NM 899,46512-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
59Eilean nan CraobhScotland156.839-5.133NN 089,76301-Jan-25Oliver Millington8
60EllanderrochScotland156.079-4.580NS 394,90425-Jul-25Andy McManus1
61EriskayScotland1557.074-7.294NF 792,10715-Jun-25Andy McManus1
62EyebroughyScotland156.066-2.812NT 494,86312-Apr-25Russell Henderson1
63FidraScotland156.07-2.78NT 512,86828-Feb-25Andy McManus2
64FladdaScotland156.248-5.681NM 719,12326-Feb-25Oliver Millington3
65Flodaigh BeagScotland1057.507-7.149NF 917,58017-Jun-25Andy McManus1
66Friars IslandNorthern Ireland154.225-7.491xxx,xxx03-May-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
67Garbh Eilean (Shiant Islands)Scotland557.898-6-362NG 414,98221-Jun-25Andy McManus2
68Garnish IslandIreland251.736-9.543xxx,xxx12-Jul-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
69George The Third RockEngland150.657-3.280SY 096,84913-Mar-25Neal Ricketts1
70GighaScotland2355.679-5.751NR 690,49016-Mar-25Oliver Millington1
71Glas EileanScotland156.258-5.623NM 757,13225-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
72Great Copeland IslandNorthern Ireland554.675-5.530xxx,xxx07-May-25Michael O'Farrell3
73Great Cumbrae IslandScotland1655.768-4.916NS 169,56704-Jan-25Oliver Millington3
74Great Egging IslandU.S.A.238.202-75.177xxx,xxx22-Jun-25Scott Bekker1
75Great IslandIreland2551.867-8.279xxx,xxx10-Jun-25Michael O'Farrell1
76Green IsleIreland155.128-7.682xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
77GuirasdealScotland156.206-5.722NM 692,07809-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
78Gull IslandIreland155.109-7.770xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
79Gull RockEngland150.195-4.905SW 927,36808-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
80Hayling IslandEngland2150.793-0.985SU 723,01603-Jan-25Jon Needham7
81Heir IslandIreland751.498-9.443xxx,xxx08-Feb-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
82Henderson's RocksScotland156.282-5.637NM 749,15925-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
83Hern Point RockEngland150.660-3.276SY 099,85313-Mar-25Neal Ricketts2
84Hewitson_s IslandIreland155.108-7.698xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
85High IslandIreland151.514-9.124xxx,xxx03-May-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
86IllaunbrockIreland151.453-9.441xxx,xxx08-Feb-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
87IllaunthieveIreland151.700-9.582xxx,xxx12-Jul-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
88InchcaillochScotland356.078-4.557NS 409,90324-Jun-25Sue Smith2
89InchconnachanScotland356.090-4.614NS 374,91622-Feb-25Andy McManus3
90InchcruinScotland256.086-4.595NS 385,91109-Jul-25Sue Smith5
91InchfadScotland456.083-4.573NS 400,90909-Jul-25Sue Smith1
92InchkeithScotland456.032-3.136NT 293,82810-May-25Russell Henerson1
93InchlonaigScotland456.105-4.605NS 381,93322-Feb-25Andy McManus2
94InchmoanScotland456.081-4.608NS 377,90722-Feb-25Andy McManus3
95InchmurrinScotland656.049-4.601NS 379,87130-May-25Sue Smith1
96InchtavannachScotland456.085-4.626NS 366,91215-Mar-25Andy McManus2
97InishbofinIreland655.175-8.174xxx,xxx20-Jun-25John Niven1
98InishlackanIreland453.370-9.928xxx,xxx02-May-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
99InishturkIreland453.510-10.153xxx,xxx18-Jul-25Michael O'Farrell1
100InishyweelIreland155.119-7.697xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
101Inn IslandScotland156.561-5.420NM 899,46212-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
102Inner StoneEngland150.194-4.905SW 927,36708-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
103Insh IslandScotland356.313-5.669NM 730,19522-May-25Ian Tindal2
104Isle of AngleseyWales12053.262-4.366SH 419,80312-Apr-25Jack Pearl1
105Isle of ArranScotland8655.577-5.230NR 948,35511-Apr-25Andy McManus1
106Isle of ButeScotland5855.832-5.087NS 067,64430-Apr-25Oliver Millington2
107Isle of MayScotland4.956.185-2.557NT 654,99308-Mar-25Andy McManus4
108Isle of MullScotland14556.454-6.015NM 550,37017-May-25Paul Edmondson3
109Isle of RaasayScotland4557.396-6.048NG 566,42513-Feb-25Oliver Millington1
110Isle of SkyeScotland21557.338-6.259NG 460,32023-May-25Tavi Murray2
111Janes IslandU.S.A.2138.002-75.870xxx,xxx08-Jun-25Scott Bekker1
112JerseyChannel Islands5249.219-2.129xxx,xxx05-Mar-25Kevin Mansell1
113JuraScotland10355.986-5.893NR 569,83311-Jun-25Marcus Francis2
114KerreraScotland1856.397-5.541NM 814,28611-Jan-25Oliver Millington4
115Kilmaronag IslandsScotland156.457-5.358NM 931,34530-Jun-25Oliver Millington1
116Ladram RockEngland150.658-3.276SY 097,85113-Mar-25Neal Ricketts1
117Lamb IslandIreland155.133-7.694xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
118LambScotland156.069-2.748NT 535,86528-Feb-25Andy McManus2
119Lambay IslandIreland853.490-6.017xxx,xxx04-Jan-25Michael O'Farrell1
120Lighthouse IslandNorthern Ireland254.696-5.525xxx,xxx07-May-25Michael O'Farrell1
121LismoreScotland3356.506-5.517NM 844,41419-Jan-25Oliver Millington3
122Little Cumbrae IslandScotland855.719-4.954NS 144,51514-Mar-25Andy McManus5
123Little Egging IslandU.S.A.138.202-75.166xxx,xxx22-Jun-25Scott Bekker1
124Little Picket RockEngland150.663-3.268SY 104,85613-Mar-25Neal Ricketts1
125Long IslandsIreland155.122-7.690xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
126LongstoneEngland155.643-1.608NU 247,38924-Mar-25Russell Henderson1
127LuingScotland2156.231-5.641NM 743,10202-Apr-25Russell Henderson2
128LungaScotland1056.216-5.699NM 706,08726-Feb-25Oliver Millington1
129Maiden IslandScotland156.430-5.492NM 847,31902-Feb-25Russell Henderson2
130Mew IslandNorthern Ireland254.696-5.515xxx,xxx07-May-25Michael O'Farrell1
131Monach Islands (group)Scotland1457.522-7.720NF 639,61814-Jun-25Andy McManus1
132MweelaunIreland153.765-9.997xxx,xxx18-Jul-25Michael O'Farrell1
133North EileanScotland155.750-4.925NS 164,54608-Jul-25Sue Smith1
134Old HarryEngland150.642-1.922SZ 055,82524-Mar-25Phil Smith1
135Outer StoneEngland150.190-4.907SW 925,36208-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
136Piney IslandU.S.A.138.431-75.093xxx,xxx19-Jun-25Scott Bekker1
137Point CorbiereJersey149.179-2.249xxx,xxx17-May-25Richard Hughes1
138Puffin IslandWales353.318-4.027SH 560,82002-Jan-25Kathy Webb2
139Ramsey IslandWales851.865-5.339SM 699,23522-Jul-25Julian Haines1
140Rathlin IslandNorthern Ireland2655.299-6.222xxx,xxx21-Apr-25Catriona Woods2
141Renney RocksEngland150.318-4.121SX 491,48623-Mar-25Neal Ricketts1
142Rockabill (group)Ireland153.597-6.004xxx,xxx07-Jun-25Julian Haines4
143Rough IslandIreland155.121-7.687xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
144Rubha DeargScotland156.833-5.120NN 097,75701-Jan-25Oliver Millington11
145Samalaman IslandScotland156.835-5.834NM 661,78126-Jan-25Oliver Millington1
146Sango IslandEngland150.362-4.209SX 430,53709-Aug-25Neal Ricketts1
147Scalpay (Lewis)Scotland1257.863-6.673NG 230,95821-Jun-25Andy McManus1
148Scalpay (Skye)Scotland2057.297-5.969NG 608,30313-Jun-25Andy McManus1
149ScarbaScotland1656.177-5.712NM 699,04607-Apr-25Russell Henderson2
150SeilScotland1856.299-5.621NM 762,18021-May-25Ian Tindal2
151Sgeir BhuihdeScotland156.560-5.410NM 905,46212-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
152Sgeir ChnapachScotland157.373-6.090NG 541,38813-Feb-25Oliver Millington1
153Sgeir DhubhScotland157.318-6.108NG 527,32713-Feb-25Oliver Millington1
154Sgeir Liath-bheagScotland156.297-5.593NM 777,17525-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
155Sgeir Liath-mhorScotland156.295-5.594NM 776,17225-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
156Sgeir na CloichScotland156.558-5.452NM 879,46012-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
157Sgeir nam FaoileannScotland156.277-5.638NM 748,15425-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
158Sgeir nam MaragScotland156.230-5.787NM 654,10709-Aug-25Natalie Maderova1
159Sgeir nan TomScotland156.574-5.443NM 887,47712-Apr-25Neal Ricketts1
160Shag RockEngland150.222-4.878SW 945,39708-Jul-25Neal Ricketts1
161Shag StoneEngland150.317-4.126SX 487,48623-Mar-25Neal Ricketts1
162Sheelane IslandIreland151.690-9.591xxx,xxx12-Jul-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
163Sheep IslandNorthern Ireland155.248-6.352xxx,xxx20-Apr-25Catriona Woods2
164Shenick_s IslandIreland253.572-6.083xxx,xxx03-Mar-25Michael O'Farrell3
165Sherkin IslandIreland1251.471-9.414xxx,xxx08-Feb-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
166Shuna IslandScotland656.588-5.393NM 916,49115-Mar-25Kira Quinton2
167South HammocksU.S.A.138.432-75.089xxx,xxx19-Jun-25Scott Bekker1
168Spanish IslandIreland351.492-9.390xxx,xxx23-Apr-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
169St George_s IslandEngland250.337-4.450SX 257,51313-Apr-25Ian Tindal1
170St Patrick_s IslandIreland253.586-6.073xxx,xxx25-Jan-25Michael O'Farrell3
171St Tudwal_s Island (W)Wales252.798-4.470SH 334,25103-Mar-25Kathy Webb2
172Stick IslandIreland155.127-7.681xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
173Store OkseøDenmark1.558.8579.508xxx,xxx09-Aug-25Simon Augustin1
174The BoarIreland151.689-9.592xxx,xxx12-Jul-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
175The Great Mew StoneEngland150.307-4.106SX 500,47306-Feb-25Ian Tindal2
176The MuglinsIreland153.275-6.075xxx,xxx09-Apr-25Michael O'Farrell1
177The PinnaclesEngland150.638-1.925SZ 053,82124-Mar-25Phil Smith1
178The Skerries (group)Wales253.421-4.608SH 267,94707-Mar-25Kathy Webb2
179The SowIreland151.690-9.589xxx,xxx12-Jul-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
180Toomoge IslandIreland155.119-7.691xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
181TorrinchScotland156.070-4.567NS 402,89424-Jun-25Sue Smith1
182Tory IslandIreland1155.265-8.223xxx,xxx18-May-25Susan Honan2
183Tuskar RockIreland152.202-6.207xxx,xxx18-Jun-25Susan Honan2
184Twopenny Loaf RockEngland150.645-3.286SY 092,83608-Feb-25Neal Ricketts2
185Valentia IslandIreland2751.909-10.353xxx,xxx21-Jun-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
186VallayScotland1057.661-7.412NF 771,76315-Jun-25Andy McManus1
187Wee IslesIreland155.127-7.698xxx,xxx16-Jun-25John Niven1
188West MaidenNorthern Ireland154.930-5.739xxx,xxx08-May-25Michael O'Farrell1
189West MouseWales153.417-4.554SH 303,94207-Mar-25Dave Cutts1
190Whiddy IslandIreland1151.690-9.499xxx,xxx08-Feb-25Tash Ó Treasaigh1
191Ynys BenlasWales153.220-4.174SH 549,71519-Feb-25Kathy Webb2
192Ynys Gwylan-bâchWales152.785-4.697SH 181,24220-Jun-25Neal Ricketts1
193Ynys Gwylan-fawrWales152.787-4.694SH 184,24520-Jun-25Neal Ricketts1
194Ynys MoelfreWales153.357-4.225SH 519,86804-Jan-25Kathy Webb2
195Ynys WelltogWales153.222-4.174SH 548,71619-Feb-25Dave Cutts1
Total: 314

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PSK 1000 Islands Challenge 2025 - Info

Updated points system for 2025

  • Any island -- 1 pt per km + 33% bonus (rounded to nearest whole point)
  • Any points per island are multiplied by the number of laps for that island
  • Then 1 pt per km of overall trip distance is added to the final total.

Format

  • This is a collaborative challenge, please enter into the spirit of things.
  • Open to Solo paddlers, Teams and K2/Doubles. Paddlers are recorded individually.
  • Circumnavs may be single or multi-day, but are to be undertaken within a 'continuous trip'.
  • All circumnavs to be recorded on GPS.
  • Points are allocated for the distance around each island plus the overall trip distance (see below).
  • Any island is to be circumnavigated with a distinct full-lap circumnavigation which completes at the start point for that island lap. You must paddle fully around the island.
  • For multiple-islands in one trip: each island must have a distinct full-lap circumnav before moving onto the next island in order to count. Please paddle all the way around the island before moving on to the next one! (See image below)
  • For a number of islands encompassed inside one single lap, points will be given for the largest island inside the group only - exception below:
  • Smaller islands added on the way around a larger island may count only if the larger island is greater than 30 km around.
  • No portages allowed.
  • Repeated Laps: Any points per island are multiplied by the number of laps for that island
  • Island Challenge paddles are eligible to 'double-up' on other PSK pages i.e. an Isle of Wight Circumnav can be submitted for both Islands Challenge and Isle of Wight Circumnav pages.
  • UK Mainland and Ireland circumnavs are excluded.
  • No entries from paddles within organised events
  • Avoid disturbance to wildlife at all times.

Points and Islands

  • All islands - 1.33 pts per km of circumnav distance (rounded up or down to nearest whole point.)
  • Lap Points = island circumnav points x number of laps for that island
  • Total Points = (island points x num laps) + trip distance (km)
  • Trip distance points are only added once to the total
  • Eligible islands - if it's named on reputable map or chart you can have it. Even named 'rocks'.
  • Named features under 1km around will be awarded 1 pt.
  • Un-named features don't count.
  • Multiple laps of 1pt features: For multiple lap paddles of greater than 10 laps, each lap must be greater than 2 mins in length.
  • Distances as measured by PSK and will be taken as the shortest possible paddleable distance around.
  • Note: Defining an island for this challenge is difficult with so many variations - please be reasonable.

Submit a lap

Craft

  • Kayak, Ski, SUP or Canoe - Any craft you choose must be specifically designed to be suitable for your chosen venue and conditions, and it must be in a seaworthy and safe condition.
  • All paddlers should be capable of paddling their chosen craft safely in all possible conditions for the chosen location.
  • All craft are to be rendered unsinkable, either by manufacturer design (bulkheads etc.) or via extra buoyancy devices (fitted airbags etc.)
  • Different craft may be used for different circumnavs.
  • We do not consider inflatable craft as suitable for this challenge.

Assistance

  • No assistance from outside the paddling group.
  • No motors, support craft etc.
  • Kayak/canoe sails are allowed within the 1000 Island Challenge - for untimed runs.

Safety

  • All paddlers must undertake an assessment of risk - for their chosen route, venue, craft, personal ability and conditions and any other significant factors.
  • Ensure you and your group are capable of handling any conditions or hazards possible on your chosen route.
  • The management of any risk is entirely the responsibility of the paddler(s).
  • Ensure your route avoids any exclusions or danger areas. Avoid shipping channels wherever possible and follow all local/national/international regulations as applicable.
  • We make no claim or assurance that any of the islands listed are fully navigable. YOU need to research, assess and plan to ensure your chosen route is a safe and realistic proposition.
  • Paddlers are to wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device) at all times whilst on the water.
  • PFDs should meet ISO 12402 or be CE approved, and must be in good condition.
  • Helmets and leashes should be worn where applicable (helmets on moving/shallow water - quick-release leashes on Skis, SUP's etc where necessary iaw with national governing body recommendations).
  • All craft are to be rendered unsinkable, either by manufacturer design (bulkheads etc.) or via extra buoyancy devices (fitted airbags etc.)
  • Safety equipment such as VHF radio, PLB, flares, mobile phone, map, compass, shelter etc. should be carried as deemed appropriate in your risk assesment.
  • Leave details of your route and time of return with a shore party and inform HM Coastguard as necessary.
  • If you choose to paddle solo be aware of the significant extra risks involved.
  • If you have any doubts - THEN DO NOT GO!


Circumnavigating multiple islands (from Kate Duffus) - click to enlarge.

* Info updated 30-May-2025 *
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