Amazing Activities
Maritime Excellence • Adventure • Skills for Life
From the River Thames to mountain expeditions, we offer world-class training and unforgettable experiences that build character, confidence, and lifelong skills.
Maritime Excellence
Train with qualified instructors and gain nationally recognized qualifications on the River Thames
Sailing
Dinghy sailing on the River Thames
Progression Levels:
British Canoeing
Paddle Power awards and Paddlesport qualifications
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Rowing Gigs
Traditional Cornish pilot gig rowing on the River Thames
Progression Levels:
Water-Based Activities at Our Core • British Canoeing aligned • Royal Navy RN 83 affiliated
Three-Time Dragon Boat Champions
County champions 2021, 2022 & 2023 — a story of teamwork, determination, and triumph on the water
Training in the Bell Boat
Without a dragon boat of our own, the crew trained in Neptune's bell boat — heavier and bigger, making every session tougher. Months of race starts and long, high-paced runs built the endurance and paddle skills needed to compete.
Train Hard, Race Easy
The bell boat demanded more from every stroke, forging timing and synchronisation under pressure. When race day came, the lighter dragon boat felt effortless — the hard yards were already done.
The Race
The starting horn sounds and paddles hit the water in perfect rhythm. Neck-and-neck with rivals, the Neptune crew digs deeper, pushes harder, and races together.
Three-Time Champions!
County Dragon Boat Champions three years running — 2021, 2022, and 2023. Training, teamwork, and determination delivered a hat-trick of victories for Neptune.
Your Journey Starts Here
Join Neptune Explorer Scouts and create your own victory stories
Beyond the River
From the Thames to the mountains—expeditions that build character, confidence, and lifelong skills
Hiking & Expeditions
Multi-day expeditions across challenging terrain
Wild Camping
Survival skills, Leave No Trace principles, and outdoor independence
Navigation Skills
Map reading, orienteering, and route planning in all conditions
More Adventures
Ready to Join the Crew?
Neptune Explorer Scouts is for young people aged 14-18. Start your adventure today!
Join Neptune
For young people aged 14-18. A parent or guardian must complete this form.