Linlithgow Kayak Racing (LKR) hosted its national sprint kayak regatta on Linlithgow Loch on Saturday 21st May. With competitors attending from all over UK, representing local clubs in Scotland as well as GB international level athletes from Scotland and England, it was certainly a spectacle of performance and determination. In blustery conditions, which challenged even … Continue reading LKR Sprint Regatta – May 21, 2022
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April is the time to renew your LKR membership. This year we are delighted to provide you with a direct link to LKRs new online membership system. Please ensure to renew all memberships online by April 30, 2022. For a reminder of available membership types and fees, check the LKR website here. Payments can be made by card … Continue reading LKR membership renewal now due – new easy online process
We're really looking forward to a great turnout for the Linlithgow Marathon on the morning of Sunday April 24, 2022 (from 10am). Its a familiar race to many - but it has a new look and feel! This year for the first time, we're starting the race at Park Farm, Linlithgow, which is the new … Continue reading Linlithgow Marathon – Sunday April 24, 2022
Its been such a joy to see so many of our LKR paddlers out on the water during these mild winter days, enjoying paddling, performance, friendships and making full use of our Workshop 5 space at Park Farm! We've obtained the 2022 sprint and marathon competition event schedule, which is most welcome, as it means that … Continue reading January 2022 update & opportunities to help
Here are some pictures of the LKR Christmas ‘tree’ all set up at St. Michael's Church, Linlithgow from December 3rd to 5th (Friday & Saturday 10am-7pm, and Sunday 1pm-7pm). As the only group with something so unique, we have pride of place at the altar. Thanks to Derek for kindly supplying the paddles. Rory, Zoe … Continue reading LKR spreads Christmas cheer in “Festival of Christmas Trees”
Hello all LKR members We are delighted to be able to invite you all to join us on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 from 7-9pm at The Park Bistro, Linlithgow. It is an opportunity for all LKR members to meet together socially, in comfort and warmth indoors, with refreshments, to update you on … Continue reading LKR Social, Prizegiving, AGM – Nov. 18, 2021, 7-9pm, Park Bistro
What delight that Kristina and Alexandra Armstrong were selected to represent GB at the 2021 ICF Canoe Sprint Junior and U23 World Championships in Montemor-o-Velho, Portugal in September 2021. Even more impressive that they smashed their heats and semi final to secure 8th place in Final A K2 500m. Kristina also achieved Final B in … Continue reading Armstrong Junior World Championship Triumph
On August 28, 2021 at Strathclyde Park, in the most glorious conditions, LKR's paddlers delivered the goods in style. With many members who had never raced before, entering their first Championship event, it was a very exciting day! LKR’s 2021 Scottish Champions include Tom Patterson (U12b L 200m, 500m), Findlay Lewis (u16b 200m, 500m, 1000m), Kristina Armstrong (U18g 200m, 500m, 1000m), Gilbert … Continue reading LKR smash it at Scottish Sprint Championships!
We were delighted to learn of Ellie Young's sterling performance on July 11, 2021 in the Deva Divas Quadrathon. Ellie completed the race of 750m swim, 4km kayak, 5km run and 25km cycle in a fraction over 2 hours securing a very well deserved 1st place! Mum Jude, also completed the event in a very … Continue reading CONGRATULATIONS LKR ELLIE – DEVA DIVAS QUADRATHON CHAMPION 2021!
Huge congratulations to all LKR paddlers who competed in the British Sprint Championships in Nottingham on the weekend of July 3-4, 2021. Kristina Armstrong is the new K1 U18 200m GB Champion, and Szymon Sroka, Sam Patterson, Sam Stevely and Will Stevely are the K4 U14 500m GB Champions! There were many other significant medals … Continue reading Congratulations LKR GB Sprint Champions 2021!
