2026 Paddle Europe Junior & U23 Wild Water Racing European Championships
Grandtully Station Campsite
Grandtully Station Park, Grandtully, Pitlochry, PH9 0PL
Date
Paddle Scotland are delighted to have been selected as the hosts of the 2026 Paddle Europe Junior and Under 23 Wild Water Racing European Championships, to be held on the River Tay in Grandtully.
Come along and watch some of Europe's most talented young Wild Water Racing athletes in action. This event will be the first international Wild Water Racing competition ever held at Grandtully, a significant moment for paddlesport in Scotland. Over four days, you will have the opportunity to watch paddlers competing over two courses, Classic and Sprint, showcasing their skills over Grandtully's infamous rapids. This event provides a unique opportunity to learn about Scotland's rich paddling heritage and watch world-class athletes competing at the top of their game up close.
The classic race will start just down from Edradynate and finish below Fourth falls at Grandtully, featuring eight rapid sections competitors need to negotiate. The sprint course will take place over Grandtully rapids and we look forward to the event culminating in an exciting sprint final on Saturday 15th August 2026 when unforgettable moments of sporting excellence are expected to take place.
Entry to the event is free and spectating areas will be clearly marked. Parking will be located in a field adjacent to Grandtully Station Park Campsite, stewards will be on site to provide guidance and help visitors. There will be food and drink available from on-site vendors and local businesses.
We welcome engagement from the whole Scottish paddling community and British WWR community who will join us in making this event one to remember.
We look forward to showcasing an exciting paddlesport discipline and welcome all members of the public to join us for what is sure to be an unforgettable event.
Grandtully Station Campsite
Grandtully Station Park, Grandtully, Pitlochry, PH9 0PL
Paddle Scotland are delighted to have been selected as the hosts of the 2026 Paddle Europe Junior and Under 23 Wild Water Racing European Championships, to be held on the River Tay in Grandtully.
Come along and watch some of Europe's most talented young Wild Water Racing athletes in action. This event will be the first international Wild Water Racing competition ever held at Grandtully, a significant moment for paddlesport in Scotland. Over four days, you will have the opportunity to watch paddlers competing over two courses, Classic and Sprint, showcasing their skills over Grandtully's infamous rapids. This event provides a unique opportunity to learn about Scotland's rich paddling heritage and watch world-class athletes competing at the top of their game up close.
The classic race will start just down from Edradynate and finish below Fourth falls at Grandtully, featuring eight rapid sections competitors need to negotiate. The sprint course will take place over Grandtully rapids and we look forward to the event culminating in an exciting sprint final on Saturday 15th August 2026 when unforgettable moments of sporting excellence are expected to take place.
Entry to the event is free and spectating areas will be clearly marked. Parking will be located in a field adjacent to Grandtully Station Park Campsite, stewards will be on site to provide guidance and help visitors. There will be food and drink available from on-site vendors and local businesses.
We welcome engagement from the whole Scottish paddling community and British WWR community who will join us in making this event one to remember.
We look forward to showcasing an exciting paddlesport discipline and welcome all members of the public to join us for what is sure to be an unforgettable event.