Trip Planning

What to consider when planning a trip on the Thames.

Tide Times

• High and low tides at Chiswick Pier
• Chiswick Bridge tide times
• Thames tide forecasts
• Check Thames Barrier:
  • Scheduled closures.
  • Forecasting closures.

River Conditions

Thames Water storm discharge map.

Weather

If the wind is above Beaufort scale 4 (13-18 mph) we advise caution.

Thames Events

• Port of London Authority notice to mariners and events
• On the day call PLA on 020 3260 7711, to notify them if going beyond Putney and to check for river activities generally.

Trip Plan & Who You Are Paddling With

Remit for CPCC Independent paddlers (when using any club kit)

Plan your route and position on the river – using Tideway code

Each member of the trip needs to be confident that members can rescue you in the craft planned for the paddle.

Contingency Plans

Plan alternative landing points, where and how you can get off the river, if needed during your paddle

In an emergency dial 999 and ask for the Coast Guard or use VHF Channel 16.