The 2024 Delivery Partner Awards are here to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements, best practices, and dedication within our Delivery Partnership. These awards honour those who go above and beyond in embodying our values and the principles set forth in the Delivery Partner Charter. We are delighted to announce the award winners of the 2024 Delivery Partner Awards.
Committed to the Environment Award Winner: SUP Lass Paddle Adventures
From day one, SUP Lass Paddle Adventures has been a champion for the environment, building their business with sustainability at its heart. Led by Caroline, whose passion for nature shine through, the team has taken inspiring actions to protect and celebrate our natural world.
Here are just a few ways they’ve made a difference this past year:
- Leading volunteer paddleboarding litter picks on the River Dee.
- Distributing 40+ invasive species kits and recording key locations of Himalayan Balsam and Mitten Crabs.
- Joining the Race for Rivers initiative with Planet Patrol, contributing to water testing, litter picking, and awareness campaigns that hit the national news!
Caroline’s deep-rooted connection to the River Dee and her role as the first female Trustee of the Welsh Dee Trust exemplify her unwavering dedication to protecting the waters she loves.
Congratulations to SUP Lass Paddle Adventures for their commitment to the environment and their inspiring efforts to make our waterways cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable!
Visit to SUP Lass Paddle Adventure website here to find out more and book a session.
Engagement Award Winner: Galloway Activity Centre
We’re thrilled to recognise the Galloway Activity Centre for their incredible work making paddlesport and water safety education accessible to young people in Dumfries and Galloway.
In partnership with the Loch Ken Trust, they launched the Loch Ken Youth Water Safety Awareness Programme in 2023, equipping over 200 young people with life-saving water safety skills through hands-on training and workshops. By removing financial barriers, they’ve empowered the next generation to stay safe around water.
A huge congratulations to Galloway Activity Centre for their dedication to community, safety and inclusivity!
Head over to the Galloway Activity Centre website here to find out more about available sessions.
Every Person Matters Award Winner: London Kayak School
London Kayak School embodies inclusivity, personal growth, and community well-being. Through initiatives like the Youth Instructor Training Program and partnerships with groups like Downside Fisher Youth Club, they’ve opened the door to paddlesports for underrepresented and disadvantaged communities.
Their impact goes beyond the water — fostering future leaders, supporting young paddlers in earning BCAB qualifications, and even guiding team members to international competition.
With diverse coaching teams and tailored programs for women, older adults, and children with special educational needs, they’ve transformed lives and built a stronger, more inclusive paddling community.
Congratulations, London Kayak School, for showing us that every person truly matters!
Visit the London Kayak School website here to find out how to get involved with their sessions.
Quality Experience Award Winner: Och Aye Canoe
Led by Sarah, Och Aye Canoe sets the gold standard for paddlesport, creating inclusive and empowering experiences for participants of all abilities.
From transformative sessions for veterans with disabilities to tailored programs that make everyone feel welcome, their innovative approach proves that paddling can be life-changing.
Congratulations to Sarah and the Och Aye Canoe team for their dedication to excellence, accessibility, and fostering connection on the water!
Check out the Och Aye Canoe website to find out more about available courses.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees. We are humbled by the incredible dedication, innovation, and passion of our Delivery Partners who make a real difference in the paddlesport community.
A huge THANK YOU to all the nominees for your hard work, creativity, and commitment to excellence.