Kayak and paddleboard hire in Gosport & Fareham
The Solent, on the South Coast, is a hive of boating activity and a fantastic place to enjoy kayak and paddleboard hire. Within the Solent is Portsmouth Harbour which offers paddlers the opportunity to experience stunning views, a rich history and the opportunity to enjoy exploring sheltered waters. Whether you are an experienced kayaker or paddleboarder or just looking for a great time with family and friends, Stoked Watersports will get you on the water safely.
Grab your family and friends and head down to Stoked
At Stoked Watersports, there is something for everyone. We run regular hourly hire sessions throughout the day perfect for beginners and for more experienced paddlers we have our SUP pick up and go service giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Each season we help hundreds of people to get on the water safely, hone their kayaking and paddleboard skills and grow their confidence whilst having a lot of fun.
Boat hire price list
1 hour (single kayak)
1 hour (standard size – 1 adult)
Half day - 3 hours on a kayak or SUP
1.5 hours. Max 3 people per session.
We welcome group bookings.
Safety cover and on water coaching (as desired)
Fully insured (£10 million)
Hire equipment
Buoyancy aid or lifejackets
Spray tops (if appropriate)
Dry bag (for medication)
Lockers to secure your keys and valuables.
AT STOKED, WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY
1. Excellent experiences every time
3. Family friendly approach
2. Safety cover & coaching as standard
4. The price you see is the price you pay
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5 star experiences
Choice of top locations
Check out our latest Facebook reviews
We hired a kayak for my 13 year old daughter who paddled with me while I swam, she absolutely loved it... Despite it being a little bouncy!! The next day she wanted to try a paddle board and again was buzzing after and loved it! The team were great, so helpful, very safe and enthusiastic and am so grateful for being able to give my daughter such a great experience on the water! Thanks guys.
What a fabulous experience we have just had !! It was very windy and wet, the instructors were so brilliant, encouraging and helpful, the two children who went on the kayaks had a really long fun time and two other people in our party even had a free ride on the rib!! The children haven’t stopped talking about it,and after hot showers and hot chocolates are ready to go again!!
Kayak, paddleboard and watersports experiences on offer at Stoked
Kayak Hire
Come for a kayak and experience Gosport's gem - its views of the Solent and the Isle of Wight.
SUP & Wing Hire
If you have mastered stand up paddleboarding, why not give SUPing with wings a go.
Red Shark Bike Hire
Experience cycling on the water with this brand new sporting activity unique to Stoked.
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Gosport & Fareham hire locations
Our Stokes Bay watersports hire base in Gosport is right on the beach in Stokes Bay, Gosport in Hampshire. This provides the best views of the Solent and offers a coastal watersports experience with plenty of sun, wind and waves. Picnics are welcomed on the shingle beach and there are designated BBQ areas adjacent to our base. Within Stokes Bay, there is a children’s play area and splash water park, tennis courts and a crazy golf centre. Gosport is also steeped in history so be sure to visit nearby museums including The Dive Museum, The Submarine Museum and Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower.
Just a short drive up the A32 is our Fareham Marina watersports hire base and our HQ. Fareham is a much more sheltered environment offering protection from strong south westerly winds and, whilst tidal, it offers a fantastic base to explore Portsmouth Harbour. Within Fareham Marina is our local gem Tides Cafe offering great coffee, exceptional cakes and a nice range of refreshments. Just a short walk away is the Castle in the Air pub or Fareham town is just a 10 minute walk.
When it isn't possible to operate at Stokes Bay due to adverse weather conditions, Fareham Marina offers a more sheltered option.

Finding us at Stokes Bay, Gosport
Stoked Watersports
Lifeboat Lane, Stokes Bay, Gosport PO12 2TR
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Finding us at Fareham Marina
Stoked Watersports
Fareham Marina, Lower Quay, Fareham PO16 0RA
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