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Dinghy Trails

Want to explore the beautiful waters of the UK? Download one of our trails and take to the water with a spirit of adventure

Your new adventure starts here!

Our trails are designed to show you how to get the most out of your dinghy and enjoy a day on the water exploring some of our glorious countryside. All of our trails have used local knowledge so that you can get the best out of your day on the water.

For the less experienced, along with some easier trails, we have a range of courses that will upskill your knowledge and help you gain confidence. The more experienced dinghy cruiser can challenge themselves with some of our longer trips.

We hope that you enjoy your days on the water - don't forget to let us know how you get on and if you have a trail that you would like to share some top tips, remember to fill in our form

Dinghy Trails East

East
Take a look at the wonderful waterways of the East of England
Two dinghies sailing side by side

North and South West
From the Lakes to hidden coves, you will be rewarded with beautiful scenery, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters

Northern Ireland
With beautiful scenery and great walks there is plenty to see and do on Northern Ireland's trails
Dinghies visible through greenery in summer

Midlands
Take a look at where your dinghy can take you next....
family walking along beach

Scotland
What more could you ask for on a dinghy trail, than stunning scenery and amazing wildlife. All of this and more is here in Scotland
South regional plan dinghy trail

South
With plenty of creeks, harbours and rivers to explore there is plenty on offer here in the south
Tenby 2000 National portrait

Wales
Explore the coastline here and discover the unspoiled coastline, city centres and plentiful wildlife.
Dinghy sailors in the Thames alongside O2 arena

London south east
Get away from the hustle and bustle and discover the quiet corners of the south east

SafeTrx

Use SafeTrx to let your loved ones know where you are, share you trip and keep you safe

Safetrx

Check out our top tips for enjoying your day on the water:

  • Check the weather forecast.
  • Make sure there is enough water on your trail. Take a look at Easy Tide, Tide Times or Tides Chart 
  • Look after your boat. Did you know that the two most common reasons for RNLI call outs are machinery & equipment failure?
  • Wear the right clothing, being on the water is often colder than the shore and the sun is brighter and burns more
  • Have confidence that others know where you are by signing up to RYA SafeTrx
  • Consider how sunny weather may impact how busy car parks can get at peak times - if in doubt arrive early!
  • Some of our more remote trails can be difficult to find using a postcode and SatNav. We have found using the What 3 Words free App really helpful when it comes to finding the more remote spots
close up of three puffins

The Green Blue

Information on the Green Blue and elements of sustainability.

Take a look at the 7 common senses of dinghy trails to help you have an enjoyable day

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Make sure you know how to approach wildlife sensitively when on one of our trails

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