Welcome to the Canoeing Results Archive
This is the story of UK canoeing — and it’s still being written.
From the 1950s to today, thousands of paddlers have stood on start lines, battled the elements, claimed victories, and shaped the sport we love, supported by volunteers, organisers, committee members, technology persons and officials, without their organisational support this sport would not be here today. This archive exists to make sure their collective achievements are never forgotten.
Since 2016, a small team of dedicated volunteers have built what is probably the UK’s largest historical collection of canoeing results and records. No paid staff. No big organisation behind the scenes. Just people who care about preserving our sport’s legacy.
Paddle UK has stepped in to cover the website licensing costs, helping secure the future of the Canoeing Results and Canoeing Photos sites. But the day-to-day running costs? They’re covered by volunteers, reunion events, and donations.
And here’s the truth: the archive is not complete.
Results are missing. Names are missing. History is missing.
That’s where you come in.
If you have old results, race programmes, photographs, or records tucked away, don’t let them disappear. Share them. Help us fill the gaps. Help us honour the paddlers who competed in this sport.
A summary of what we are looking for can be found here Missing Information
Have something to contribute? We want to hear from you.
If you believe canoeing’s history deserves to be preserved properly — not lost in lofts and forgotten folders — please consider supporting us if you can.