The Stone Mini Slaloms are an annual three‑race pre‑season series held on the River Trent in Stone. Designed to ease paddlers back onto the start line, the series is friendly, competitive, and open to everyone. The event even uses a handicap system, so paddlers from any division or discipline can take the overall win.
2026 Race Dates
- Race 1: 25 January
- Race 2: 8 February
- Race 3: 22 February
Who Can Enter
- Open to all Divisions and classes
- Suitable for paddlers returning to racing or sharpening race skills
- Two runs, in line with standard slalom format
Results & Prizes
Format depends on number of entries but typically includes:
- Overall race winner (handicap system)
- Class and Division prizes
- Series winner for paddlers competing in all three races
Course & Schedule
- Course generally open for practice from Saturday
- Racing typically starts at 11:00am Sunday
Entries & Fees
- Online entries via canoeslalomentries.co.uk with entries accepted on the day
- Cost: £9 per race
Venue & Facilities
Hosted by Stafford & Stone Canoe Club, offering excellent on‑site facilities:
- Warm changing rooms with showers
- Comfortable clubhouse
- Catering available all day: with items like hot breakfast baps, pasta and jacket potatoes with a choice of toppings at lunch and tea, coffee, and cake throughout the day
Updates & Event Information
Race‑specific updates and additional details will be posted on our Facebook page.