Daredevils on the Dee at Llangollen The rapids on the River Dee at Llangollen are famous. Many canoeing and kayaking events, both national and international, are held in the town. The best known parts of the rapids are The Serpent's Tail and the Town Falls.

Along the Serpent's Tail   The terrifying Town Falls

Llangollen is now a centre for other kinds of whitewater and outdoor activities: look at these exciting videos of whitewater rafting and tubing. Warning! This is dangerous without special equipment and training - do NOT try it yourself!

Rafting Tubing

However, sometimes the river is too dangerous even for the experts - look at this video of the river in flood at Llangollen!

Sources: Youtube Google Images Song of the Paddle