The Devizes to Westminster International Canoe Race is the longest non-stop canoe race in the world. It starts in the quiet market town of Devizes in Wiltshire and finishes 125 miles later at Westminster Bridge, directly opposite the Houses of Parliament in the heart of London. It is held over the Easter weekend each year and has been a fixture in the British sporting calendar since 1950.

The race can either be completed in one continuous effort or paddled over four days. The Senior Doubles event (often called the straight-through race) is non-stop and is exclusively for adult paddlers in a two person boat. The Senior Doubles crews set off from Devizes and simply don’t stop till they get to Westminster, 125 miles and 77 portages later.

Alternatively, the race can be done, in daylight, over 4 days. On the first day paddlers cover 34 miles, then 36, 38 and, on the final day, a mercifully short 17. The competitive 4 day classes include Junior Doubles, Senior Singles, and Veteran / Junior Doubles.

Full details can be found on the DW website here.

Maps of the various sections of the DW race, including the preparation " Waterside" and "Thameside" Series, can be downloaded below: