Start list is now available on Canoeslalomentries.

Entering this race does not confirm entry for selection - Please ensure you enter selection as well as the race.

Please note the following extract from the Selection policy Section B 4

All athletes meeting the eligibility criteria ...  wishing to be considered for selection to a 2025 Great Britain team should register for selection in order to confirm eligibility. The registration process can be completed here:

Selection Registrationforms.paddleuk.org.uk

 and should be finalised by 12pm on Wednesday 5th March 2025. Following the general selection registration process detailed above, athletes remain responsible for entering the appropriate race(s) before entry limits are reached. Entering the race is not registration.

 LOCATION: The event will be held on the River Tay in the Village of Grandtully. Follow signs from the A9 to Aberfeldy. The site can be found on the right hand side of the road in the centre of Grandtully. Sat Nav code PH9 0PL 

PARKING: Parking is in the Paddle Scotland car park in Grandtully & also in nearby fields. In the interests of maintaining good relations with local residents and businesses, competitors and families are politely requested to park only in the designated parking areas, there will be parking attendants on the day to assist with this, please do adhere to their instructions.

FACILITIES: Refreshments will be available from approx 8am in the Village Hall, serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, soup, filled rolls, etc as well as a fantastic array of home baking to cheer us all up! Changing and showering facilities can be found in the Paddle Scotland car park. Paddlers are welcome to use the toilet block to change and shower. Please do not leave any kit or clothing etc in the shower area or toilets at any time. Please remove any very wet or muddy gear before entering the facilities. 

*Open race is for the Irish selection paddlers only*

COURSE CLOSURE: The course is likely to be set from 2pm on Friday and there will be no free practice after this time. 

Paddlers are reminded to take care when crossing the road from the car park to the slalom site. Children should be supervised at all times.  

There is camping on site for Friday and Saturday night, please email the organiser to book a place.

Please be aware of the Sheffield Clean Air Zone and check using this link: https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/clean-air-zone-sheffield 

Saturday: We will run teams with entries taken on the day. WWR after the slalom, entries taken on the day.

Sunday: Fun C2 event with an emphasis on family entries. Prizes for first C2 crews made up of an adult and either a J8, J10, J12, J14 in the front. You can enter as prem/3 or div 4. Entries will be taken on the day, please enter before 10:00am on the Sunday.

On the day entries will be accepted until 10am both days, payment can be made with cash or card. 

Traffic congestion expected

There are major works taking place on the roundabout to the west of the site. On the first day (today) it produced a 10 mile tailback westbound, which goes past the whitewater centre.

The latest information will be on https://www.nckc.org.uk/slalom

Extra, extra! Following the slalom competition there will be a river race. It is free to enter, and open to all slalom entrants. Just turn up on the startline wearing your slalom bib. It will be a mass start, out and back race over a total distance of approx 2 miles/3km. There will be a prize for the first back.

Up-to-date details of the event, including timetable etc will be on https://www.nckc.org.uk/slalom

Camping available, with limited space for campervans and/or caravans. Please contact the organiser regarding space for campervans and caravans.

Cars are not charged to use Bradford's Clean Air Zone. Larger vehicles may be - please check prior to travelling, to inform your journey choice: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/breathe-better-bradford/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/

Additional info available at  https://www.bradbingcc.co.uk/2025-slalom-races/

Whatsapp group for the weekend   https://chat.whatsapp.com/HO8imHFoIrb5ykcFn8ML1J  

Camping and refreshments available all weekend. Training, Teams entry and White Water Race entry will all be covered by the single £10 charge per paddler or £5 for WWR only

All Paddlers must register before going on the water. Please complete paperwork below. It will help if you send as attachment on email.  Or hand in when you arrive at the centre.

Paperwork Link

Event WhatsApp group

WhatsApp Link

 Training Slots available on Sunday Evening at £7.50/40 minutes. Double-Ups are welcome.Times (awaiting entry page)

Slot 1        18:30 to 19:10

Slot 2       19:10 to 19:50

Slot 3        19:50 to 20:30

 
Please note all times may vary as pumped facility. 

 We will be having camping on site and it will be necessary to pre-book.

A link to a form will be be put here and sent with the information pack

There will be a charge for camping.  Priority will be given to helpers.

We will be having catering on site during the race.

If time allows we will have team runs

We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Division 3/4 and Scottish Schools.

Saturday: Div 3/4 and Scottish Schools K1M & K1W.

Sunday: Div 3/4 and Scottish Schools C1 & C2.

If you are racing in Division 3 or Division 4, your entry will be automatically included in the Scottish Schools, Colleges a race at no extra cost. Please enter your school in the field when prompted. 

If you are in Division 2 or above, and wish to compete for your school, please enter the Schools Event. Please enter your school in the field when prompted.

C2 entries are very much encouraged! For the Scottish Schools competition on Sunday, you can have just two C2 runs: either two runs with the same partner or one with a Club partner and one with a School partner. Please enter one or two C2 boats in the usual way.

There will be team runs after individual runs on Saturday. Coaches will put the teams together.

Entries can be added on the day up to 10am.

A £1 site fee per paddler per day is payable to support the maintenance and repair of the Alva facilities; this will be charged as a "launch fee" at checkout. 

There is space for camping/motorhomes in the field on Friday and Saturday at a charge of £5 per tent/van per night – no need to book. There are also a few EHU places, charged at an additional £5 per night – booking advisable – please just send us an email at crcats.events@gmail.com.

  Camping available £7 per person for whole weekend. Access for camping from Friday 5pm. Precise location for camping access via car - https://maps.app.goo.gl/bckLZ4W7PpCczrg67

Park on grass near gate for camping, come and get key from Control.

Canteen open from 9am Saturday and Sunday. Toilets and changing rooms available.

Boats & gear available to borrow.

On the day fees accepted. 

Card payments available.

Precise event car park location - https://maps.app.goo.gl/eNRC8xBtsmHjCmNT6

Further details will be provided 

Race being run alongside the McConkey Prem/ Div 1 race on the daleks below the main course..

Saturday only: Premier Division race with Superfinal 1 Race Format

 Sunday Only: Division 1 race

Paddlers progressing to the Premier Division final are:

• K1M: 7 from run 1, 3 from run 2
• K1W: 6 from run 1, 2 from run 2
• C1M: 6 from run 1, 2 from run 2
• Cw1: 4 from run 1, 1 from run 2

Premier Demonstration runs will be: Saturday AM, Time TBC

Sunday: 

Kayak Cross head to head races following the div 1 racing. This will start approx 14.45. 

UK slalom ranking plus organisers discretion to decide seedings for head to head. 

Use of the ramp: TBC.

Every entry in the Kayak Cross is guaranteed at least two head to head races. 

Kayak Cross Race briefing prior to event to confirm rules and permitted equipment, paddles, helmets and PFDs. 

Some kit will be available to borrow. 

 Please check the National Whitewater Centre web site for release information to confirm the water release.

A Whatsapp group will be created to share the latest information.

Paddleups will go on a waiting list and will be made available according to the agreed guidelines in the yearbook.

Depending on the release times more entries may be granted nearer the time. 

We will be working closely with the centre to run a  safe event. 

 Thursday evening Div 4. Changing rooms available from 5.30pm, practice and race starts at 6pm. 

  We will be having camping on site and it will be necessary to pre-book.

A link to a form will be be put here and sent with the information pack

There will be a charge for camping.  Priority will be given to helpers.

We will be having catering on site during the race.

If time allows we will have team runs

 LOCATION: The event will be held on the River Tay in the Village of Grandtully. Follow signs from the A9 to Aberfeldy. The site can be found on the right hand side of the road in the centre of Grandtully. Sat Nav code PH9 0PL 

Camping at Grandtully Station Park please contact for link 

PARKING: The only parking on the day is in the Paddle Scotland car park in Grandtully. There will be an overflow car park available in the case of larger numbers. In the interests of maintaining good relations with local residents and businesses, competitors and families are politely requested not to park in car parks belonging to local commercial concerns or associated side streets. 

FACILITIES: Refreshments will be available from approx 8am, serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, soup, filled rolls, etc as well as a fantastic array of home baking to cheer us all up! . Changing and showering facilities can be found in the Paddle Scotland car park. Paddlers are welcome to use the toilet block to change and shower. Please do not leave any kit or clothing etc in the shower area or toilets at any time. Anything that is left will be removed. Please remove any very wet or muddy gear before entering the facilities. 

COURSE CLOSURE: The course is likely to be set from 12pm on Friday.  

Paddlers are reminded to take care when crossing the road from the car park to the slalom site. Children should be supervised at all times.  

Site post code: DL12 9TN

A camping field will be available onsite for tents, campervans and caravans - £7.50 per vehicle per night - no booking required.

Catering will be available both days serving a range of delicious hot breakfasts and lunches as well as sweet treats and hot drinks all day. Bring your own mug for 20p off hot drinks!

There will be a WWR event after the slalom on Saturday with boats available to borrow.

 Please check the National Whitewater Centre web site for release information to confirm the water release.

A Whatsapp group will be created to share the latest information.

Paddleups will go on a waiting list and will be made available according to the agreed guidelines in the yearbook.

Depending on the release times more entries may be granted nearer the time. 

We will be working closely with the centre to run a  safe event. 

There is camping on site for Friday and Saturday night, please email the organiser to book a place.

Please be aware of the Sheffield Clean Air Zone and check using this link: https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/clean-air-zone-sheffield 

Saturday: We will run teams with entries taken on the day.

Sunday: Fun C2 event with an emphasis on family entries. Prizes for first C2 crews made up of an adult and either a J8, J10, J12, J14 in the front. You can enter as prem/3 or div 4. Entries will be taken on the day, please enter before 10:00am on the Sunday.

On the day entries will be accepted until 10am both days, payment can be made with cash or card.

 Thursday evening Div 4. Changing rooms available from 5.30pm, practice and race starts at 6pm. 

Cars are not charged to use Bradford's Clean Air Zone. Larger vehicles may be - please check prior to travelling, to inform your journey choice: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/breathe-better-bradford/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/ Camping available.

The additional £2.50 on the standard entry fee covers the boat launch which is required by the private landowner. Parking is payable on the day at the Canoe Centre by card and is £8.00 per day.  Please do not park elsewhere as the event depends on everyone following the parking requirements.

Enhanced entry fees (tbc) will apply