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Read more about the article Demo Fleet 2026 Season

Demo Fleet 2026 Season

  • Post author:Mark Mitchell
  • Post published:28 February 2026
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We are happy to welcome a few new additions to our sea kayak demo fleet this coming year. Firstly - welcome to the Valley Genesis 15.1. The Genesis is a…

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Read more about the article We’re recruiting for the 2026 season

We’re recruiting for the 2026 season

  • Post author:adventures
  • Post published:21 November 2025
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Sea Kayak Oban are looking to recruit a seasonal guide and retail assistant for the 2026 season, to work in Scotland’s most dynamic sea kayaking centre.The successful candidate will combine…

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Read more about the article Valley Sea Kayaks Embraces Kajak Sport Hatch Covers

Valley Sea Kayaks Embraces Kajak Sport Hatch Covers

  • Post author:Mark Mitchell
  • Post published:3 July 2025
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In a step forward for longevity and product quality Valley Sea Kayaks has transitioned from its in-house hatch covers to partnering with Kajak Sport’s proven designs. Known for their high-quality rubber…

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Read more about the article Electric vehicle for the outdoor industry

Electric vehicle for the outdoor industry

  • Post author:adventures
  • Post published:23 February 2024
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As the start of the 2023 season approached and our smaller vehicle began to show some distinct eccentricities, we realised we would need a new vehicle for the business. We…

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Seasonal Guide / Coach position

  • Post author:adventures
  • Post published:17 January 2024
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We are recruiting for a Sea Kayak Guide / Coach to join our team in 2024Job detailsSeasonal position, though there is potential for the position to become permanent for the…

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Read more about the article We’re recruiting for 2024

We’re recruiting for 2024

  • Post author:adventures
  • Post published:2 November 2023
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We are looking for a part-time retail assistant for the 2024 season.

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Read more about the article Demo Fleet Spring 2023

Demo Fleet Spring 2023

  • Post author:Mark Mitchell
  • Post published:28 January 2023
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Hi Folks, welcome to the 2023 Spring season. We hope to have a couple of new additions for you in early 2023 including a brand new rival to the excellent…

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Changing a Northshore or Valley skeg wire

  • Post author:adventures
  • Post published:2 December 2022
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We're proud to announce that we have launched our own YouTube channel, and the first video is live! We are working on producing many more, but for now we hope…

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Read more about the article Three years in – an environmental audit

Three years in – an environmental audit

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  • Post published:25 March 2022
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It’s been just over 3 years since Sea Kayak Oban changed hands. Right from the start it’s been important to us to reduce our environmental impact, and as we head…

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Read more about the article That’s a wrap

That’s a wrap

  • Post author:Shop Assistant
  • Post published:18 November 2021
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We have had a fantastic season to say the least. Our team photo is slightly different for this year with Mark (front), Laura (left), Lee (back middle) and Erin (right)…

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UK shipping

All items except sea kayaks can be shipped within the UK. Delivery costs are as follows:

  • Free local pickup is available on all orders, subject to Covid restrictions.
  • Free shipping on orders over £50, excluding paddles, drysuits, and parcels weighing over 2kg.
  • £3.20: standard Royal Mail second class.
  • £6.85: Royal Mail special delivery. This is the minimum cost of shipping drysuits, due to the insurance available, and parcels over 2kg in weight.
  • £11.95: Parcelforce 48. This is the minimum cost of shipping paddles, due to their length.
  • £35: Courier shipping. This is the minimum cost of shipping large items such as sit-on-tops and inflatable kayaks.

International shipping

Due to changes in VAT Regulations in Europe on July 1st 2021 it is no longer financially viable for us to supply to customers in EU countries. If the situation changes in the future we would be happy to start up again and we are sorry we cannot help in the meantime.

All items except sea kayaks can be shipped internationally. Please be aware that you may be required to pay import tax, VAT, and additional shipping charges in your country before being able to receive your parcel. Sea Kayak Oban has no control over the charges, and cannot be liable for them.

If you choose to return items from outside the UK, there will be similar charges imposed on Sea Kayak Oban for the goods to re-enter the UK. The cost of these charges will be deducted from any refund. In the case of an exchange, we will send you a bill for these charges, which will need to be paid before the exchange item is sent out.

Delivery costs are as follows, including the preparation of all necessary documentation:

  • USA: £35
  • Canada: £55
  • Rest of the world: £50

Delivery times

Due to the combined impacts of Covid and Brexit, shipping times both within the UK and abroad are highly variable. The fastest options within the UK are Parcelforce 48 (which is now a 72 hour service), and Royal Mail Special delivery, which is normally a next day service.

If lockdown restrictions are in place across Argyll and Bute, we will normally only process orders on Mondays and Thursdays.

Shipping sea kayaks

Due to their length, sea kayaks cannot be shipped by courier. Delivery within the UK can be arranged, and for some custom orders it may be possible for you to collect from the factory.

Shipping abroad may be possible, depending on the country.

If you are unable to pick up your kayak from us, please contact us to discuss alternative options.