About us

Surfside Kayak Hire is a family run business with over 30 years kayaking and retail experience. All our team are British Canoeing qualified and hold First Aid Certificates.

We have been avid kayakers for over thirty years including 15 years kayaking in and around Combe Martin and as a result of this experience.

Surfside kayak hire have been hiring out kayaks and Stand up paddle boards in North Devon since 2008, not long after that we started taking out small groups of customers on guided kayak tours.These sea kayak tours have become very popular mainly due to the enthusiasm and care of our staff and because of the stunning scenery to be found in this area of outstanding natural beauty that is Combe Martin North Devon.

Here at Surfside we have given thousands of people a taste of kayaking in Combe Martin bay, many of whom have gone on to become regular kayakers.

We aim to give our customers a value for money Sea kayaking experience that they will remember and treasure for years to come.

Surfside kayak hire’s aim is to hire out the best quality Sit on top kayaks to tourists and local people in the North Devon area who would like to experience one of England’s favourite water sports whilst taking in the views of the stunning North Devon and Exmoor national park coastline from a kayak. 

Kayaks and stand up paddle boards can be rented on an hourly basis of course longer hire durations are available please contact us for details and price. Every rental includes a kayak, a paddle, a life jacket (pfd) and notes including tips on good paddle technique, safety at sea and what to do in an emergency.

We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, professional safe service with an experienced team of individuals. We not only hire kayaks but also offer Wetsuit and Fishing tackle hire, along with Kayak sales and more in our fully stocked retail shop.