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'''Longridge Scout Boating Centre''' is a water activity centre and [[campsite]] on the River Thames near Marlow in Buckinghamshire. It was once owned by [[the Scout Association]] but it is now an independent Charity. The centre provides water activities such as Bell Boating, Dragon boat, [[Canoeing]], [[Rowing (sport)|Rowing]], [[Sailing]], [[Kayaking]] and Powerboating. It also offers land based activities including [[Climbing]], Team Challenge Zones and [[Disc golf]]. | '''Longridge Scout Boating Centre''' is a water activity centre and [[campsite]] on the River Thames near Marlow in Buckinghamshire. It was once owned by [[the Scout Association]] but it is now an independent Charity. The centre provides water activities such as Bell Boating, Dragon boat, [[Canoeing]], [[Rowing (sport)|Rowing]], [[Sailing]], [[Kayaking]] and Powerboating. It also offers land based activities including [[Climbing]], Team Challenge Zones and [[Disc golf]]. | ||
With a very good safety record, Longridge is recognised amongst activity centres as being a leading training centre for young people and their leaders. It as an approved | With a very good safety record, Longridge is recognised amongst activity centres as being a leading training centre for young people and their leaders. It as an approved British Canoe Union centre and RYA (Royal Yacht Association) training centre. Each year the team at Longridge run a large number of courses ranging from basic beginner skills right through to advanced coaching and instruction. | ||
Activities at Longridge are primarily aimed at young people, however when young people are not using the site, it is open to families and adult users. The Fire Service and Women's Olympic Rowing Team both train at the site. In addition they encourage local businesses to use the site for team development days.<ref> [http://www.longridge-uk.org/ Longridge Scout Boating Centre]</ref> | Activities at Longridge are primarily aimed at young people, however when young people are not using the site, it is open to families and adult users. The Fire Service and Women's Olympic Rowing Team both train at the site. In addition they encourage local businesses to use the site for team development days.<ref> [http://www.longridge-uk.org/ Longridge Scout Boating Centre]</ref> | ||