Partners
Inland Waterways Association (IWA)
The Inland Waterways Association are the only independent, national charity campaigning for Britain’s canals and rivers. They are dedicated to supporting and regenerating Britain’s waterways for leisure, living and business.
Canal & River Trust
C&RT's expert hydrologists, historians, ecologists and engineers work together to make sure we experience everything the canals have to offer. With the support of volunteers, heritage and nature can coexist, and history is kept alive for us all to enjoy.
Association of Waterways Cruising Clubs
For clubs, AWCC membership provides access to the expertise and shared experience of national AWCC officers. The AWCC offers club members reciprocal arrangements with other member clubs, including emergency help when cruising, access to temporary moorings, and use of other facilities/clubhouse access.
Paddle UK (formerly British Canoeing)
Paddle UK is a national governing body for canoeing, kayaking and other paddlesports. Established in 1936 as the British Canoe Union, in 2015 it took on the name British Canoeing. In March 2024, British Canoeing changed their name to Paddle UK.
SBC has affiliations with many partners
#ShePaddles
The #ShePaddles movement is on a mission to continue to close the gap between men and women and girls participation in paddlesports by taking a targeted approach in reducing barriers and creating more appealing paddling opportunities for women. #ShePaddles Ambassadors get involved in Paddle UK activity eg Big Paddle Clean Up and Safety campaigns.
Normanton on Soar Village
Events are held each year in collaboration with the village, including SBC birthday weekend combined with a church service at St James,
SBC narrow-boaters offer boat trips along the Soar for the church fete.
The carol service when church-goers are invited to the club after the service.
A joint Christmas party with the Normanton on Soar Men’s Association.
Cake and Crafts afternoons when the club is open to guests.