Islington Boat Club

Islington Boat Club offers a range of activities and courses for adults and young people. We are situated in the City Road Basin, entered via Graham Street, London N1 8JX.

An RYA approved training centre and staffed with Canoe England registered instructors, we offer many accredited courses for all ages over nine years.

We currently have an open access Youth Club on Saturdays (11am to 4pm).
 Please check out our events calendar or Facebook page for updates and news of events.

We can also offer narrow boat hire and event space hire for birthdays, receptions, private parties, corporate events and much more.

Enjoy a chill 90mins from 6.30-8.00pm to unwind and relax on the water. This is a chance to learn how to paddleboard and an opportunity to tune into nature on Regent’s Canal.Especially suitable for teachers, NHS, anyone in stressful jobs or looking for work.Maximum number 8 (at least 3 must book) Leaders: Nicola Baird

By booking with us you are helping to keep our youth club open to young people in Islington!Thank you.

<h2>Course description</h2>The one-day, RYA Diesel Engine course is perfect for beginners, taking you through ways to prevent and solve diesel engine failure.Most engine problems can be solved by taking simple precautions, and you don’t need a detailed mechanical knowledge. Find out how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by doing basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown.<h2> </h2>Course length1 dayCourse format and contentThis course is based in a classroom.<ul><li>The four stroke cycle</li><li>Fuel</li><li>Cooling and air systems</li><li>Engine electrical systems</li><li>Spares and tool requirements</li><li>Winterisation</li><li>Servicing&nbsp;</li></ul> Required experienceNoneMinimum age16

Including:KayakingCanoeingNarrowboatingBellboating British Canoeing/Paddle UK qualified instructors.All equipment provided.Please arrive in your paddling gear - loose layers -shorts/leggingst-shirt/sweatshirtclosed in shoes (trainers, deck shoes)waterproofs if you have them. NO crocs, flip-flops or open toed sandals. Bring a full change of clothes, including shoes and a towel.Bring your own water bottle, we can refill them for you. This is an Open Access session which means when we have lunch the gates are open for participants to go out for their lunch break. Lunch breaks are not always supervised, it is a free access hour.

Islington Boat Club

Relaxing SUP

Diesel Engine Maintenance Course

February Half Term