We are a very small company here in South Devon, on a mission to make the fun of the River Dart estuary accessible to people.   We focus on the upper two thirds of the estuary between Totnes and Dittisham, and run our rental service from the picturesque, riverside village of Stoke Gabriel. 

We're a friendly bunch of guides, skippers, group leaders and outdoor professionals.   We know the river and local area really well and have a lot of experience putting together fun and rewarding adventures and trips out for people of all ages and abilities.   

We love it out on the river.  We live here, work here and raise our kids here.  And we love sharing it with other people.  

Totnes Kayaks backstory

In 2005 Totnes Kayaks Ltd was originally established as a shop and academy in Totnes by Tom Morris, a Level 3 Inland Coach.  As the rentals side of the business grew, Tom relocated the operations out of the permanent shop premises and to its seasonal base in the village of Stoke Gabriel, where he lives.

In 2020 Mark Burton, Hal Gillmore and Hugh Clifford took over ownership and operation of the company.  They are part of the crew behind Canoe Adventures which operates big, 6-12 seater canoes that are a significant feature of the River Dart estuary.  

Totnes Kayaks no longer operates a Kayak Academy, with formal coaching to British Canoeing qualifications.  Instead we focus on 'getting people out there' through our guiding and rentals services, and providing fun and educational group activities on the water and on the shore.  We are also involved in the RiverSchool initiative, with a focus on developing life skills, and making the benefits of playing and learning in this special environment accessible to more people.      

Company details

Totnes Kayaks Ltd is registered in England No: 06822560.   

Registered Office address: 16 Brooklands, Totnes, DEVON, TQ9 5AR.