Saddles and Paddles

4 Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN

Tel: 01392 424241

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Saddles and Paddles

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Saddles & Paddles offers bike, canoe and kayak hire for all the family, from Exeter Quay. We are also a fully functioning bike shop, for sales, accessories and repairs. Located on Exeter’s historic quayside, we are just a 5 minute walk from the city centre.

The shop is easy to reach by foot, bike or by public transport. You can park nearby at the Cathedral & Quay car park or use Exeter’s Park & Ride services.

Canoe, kayak or cycle down the canal, with two pubs en route (Double Locks & Turf Locks)
Range of bikes (inc trailers, child seats & tag-alongs for families, as well as electric bikes) to explore Exeter and the Exe Estuary Trail – a traffic-free leisure route from Exeter to Exmouth & Dawlish.
Hire by the hour, half day, whole day or longer.
Try-before-you-buy service, to allow families to go for a test ride before buying bikes or equipment. Get a refund of the hire cost off the purchase price.

Open 7 days a week, 9am - 6pm (closed on Wednesdays between October and April). All boat users must be able to swim 25m unaided. Booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

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Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult Per Hour£6.00 per ticket
Child Per Hour£5.00 per ticket
Family Per Half Day£30.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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      Facilities

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      • Accept Children over 7

      Catering

      • Restaurant - A selection of restaurants and cafes are situated on the Historic Quay.

      Children & Infants

      • Facilities for children

      Key Features

      • Outdoor Attraction

      Parking & Transport

      • Parking (charge) - Please park in Cathedral & Quay car park.

      Payment Methods

      • Delta accepted
      • Maestro accepted
      • MasterCard accepted
      • Visa accepted

      Specialist Features

      • Family Fun
      • Marketed towards children
      • Marketed towards families
      • Marketed towards student/youth

      Tours and Demonstrations

      • Educational Visits Accepted

      Opening Times

      Saddles and Paddles (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

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