This October, Britain’s record-breaking slalom Olympians from Paris 2024 will return to home waters as the British Open takes place at Lee Valley White Water Centre.
It promises to be an action-packed weekend at the iconic London 2012 venue, where you can witness both canoe slalom and the thrilling new kayak cross event, which made waves at Paris 2024.
There will be an opportunity to meet the Paris 2024 Olympians and even get on the water yourself with a 50% off code.
Watch Kayak Cross Live
Racing 26-27 October, all four Paris 2024 Olympians will be at the London 2012 venue, with Olympic silver medallist Adam Burgess, double Olympic bronze medallist Kimberley Woods and Tokyo 2020 silver medallist Mallory Franklin on the start-line.
After a stellar season that saw Team GB secure a record four slalom medals at the Paris 2024 Games, the National Championships will mark the finale of a remarkable year.
Britain’s top slalom athletes will also feature over the weekend, following an incredible 12 months where the British team won over 30 international medals across senior, U23, and junior events.
On Saturday you’ll be able to enjoy a canoe slalom format take to the course, whilst the head-to-head format of kayak cross will be in action on Sunday.
Meet the Olympians
On Saturday 26 October, there will be the opportunity to meet the Paris 2024 Slalom Olympians.
Kimberley, Joe, Mallory and Adam will be signing postcards and having photos with their Olympic medals so make sure you head to the Lee Valley cafe at 1:30 to meet the team.
Inspired by the Olympians? Get on the water yourself
For the British Open weekend, Lee Valley is offering 50% off individual lake tickets giving fans of the sport access to Water Wipeout, Explore paddleboarding and Explore Kayaking for a fraction of the price.
This offer can be redeemed using the code PADDLE50 on check out