Yes you read it correctly, a tree fishing by kayak discussion as a 2025 Community Celebration Event
An event to talk about a new style of geocache to this area, probably along this part of the river Avon with 34 new locations to assess. We shall do a detailed discussion on the water after the event but that is entirely optional of course. If you do not have your own kayak, feel free to use this page to ask for (or offer) spare seats. Nobody wants to miss out on a new discussion after all. Depending on water levels the style of caches we're debating might be set at 2-3m above the water, so if you have a lightweight telescopic pole to aid our assessment it will come in handy. However, TotT will be shared and there will be some spare too. That way we can take a mean of the opinion for any potential placement. Your input will be gratefully received if you'd like to join us.
Where?
We'll meet at the headline coord, No 10 Tea Garden, Avoncliff, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2HD https://avonclifftea.com/ open 9-4 serving breakfast until 11am. Logging a will attend would be highly appreciated to assist them with numbers.
When?
The event starts at 9.30am, 12 July 2025, please use this time for set-up if interested, have a chat with fellow cachers/tree-fishing kayakers and have any optional food and/or drinks.
At 11:30am, see trailhead: The concrete landing stage is for portage underneath the aqueduct. The discussion moves to assessment on the water.
How long?
Allow for setup, transfers, plus ~4hrs on the water.
Useful information
The assessment can be completed in one run and there are two weirs to navigate at Limpley Stoke and Warleigh Weir.
At the final, potentially at #34 - Batheaston car park (see waypoint or ///fish.closes.cheeks) - there is portage but a 3-hr restriction for parking. If you decide to move cars to Batheaston for the day you will need to look for roadside parking.
Health and Safety
As always you cache at your own risk. Neither us nor Groundspeak accept any responsibility for your actions or decisions. Only attempt these caches if you are confident of your ability both ON the water, and IN the water should you capsize. Be especially careful around the weirs but remember it is safer in small groups and also more celebration-style fun!
USE OF A QUALITY FLOTATION DEVICE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN ON THE WATER.
A VALID RIVER AUTHORITY LICENCE, available from The Canal and River Trust, or from British Canoeing, is a requirement for many British Waterways and helps contribute to the waterways' upkeep.
You'll be guided but please padddle to the right if encountering others.
Further notes for parking
NOTE ** The new restrictions and prices since the event publication are shown in gallery **
WP1 parking - Unfortunately this carpark comes with a poor reputation (see reviews). You have 10 minutes to pay, the cameras saw you and if you take any longer, you WILL BE FINED! You will also have a poor phone signal if attempting to load the app and you will (probably) struggle to pay by cash. It takes contactless (recommended) or use the WiFi at No 10 to load the app. I believe it's ~£5 for an all day ticket, there is no overnight parking allowed. It's also a steep, narrow road to access it, apart from that it's great and convenient!
WP2 parking - full details to follow as I can't remember them, I think it's free, easier to get to but consequently very popular. It will also involve a longer carry for equipment but possibly less stressful overall.
WP3 parking - this is for the end of our river route, again very popular and not long enough to cover the whole paddle but ideal for a pick-up point.
We sincerely hope you can join us for this special discussion.
Community Celebration Events - 2025
This Event is part of a limited release of Community Celebration Events to celebrate 25 years of geocaching. Geocachers hosted events between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Learn more about Community Celebration Events on the Geocaching Blog.