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Paddlesports facility at Pinkston BasinAn exciting new facility to promote paddlesports in Glasgow City Centre

Aerial view of the paddlesports centreThe facility is created from a family of modular units allowing for flexibility and expansion along the length of the water

The paddlesports facilitiesThe hub, classrooms and changing facilities are connected to the shipping container storage pods by a full-length, recycled tarpaulin canopy

Landmark container towerThe container tower acts as a vibrant landmark and clear orientation point for users, marking the emergence of new activity at Port Dundas.

Equipment storage at the paddlesports centreUsers personalise standard shipping container modules to store their equipment, creating a unique, colourful backdrop to the water’s edge.

A brand new paddlesports centre at Pinkston Basin will create kayaking opportunities right in the heart of Glasgow.

Right now, kayaking is the UK's fastest growing watersport. In Glasgow we're responding with this exciting plan to create a paddlesports centre on Glasgow's Canal, bringing outdoor activities right into the heart of the city. We are aiming for:

• Bathing quality water
• Whitewater course for general paddling, slalom and swiftwater rescue training
• An opportunity to develop canoe polo and slalom at competition scale
• Changing rooms, showers, toilets and car parking
• An area for clubs and organisations with an opportunity for them to lease space

7N were commissioned by Glasgow City Council to review initial proposals by EPD Ltd. and assist in design development towards a planning application. Recycled shipping containers are also used to store equipment and will be leased to different users as needs arise. The shared hub facilities are clustered to one side of the entrance and the whole complex is fronted by a full-length canopy which creates a sheltered edge to the water for gathering and viewing.

"The scheme reflects the desire for a high profile, low-cost landmark facility, appropriate to its ex-industrial, canalside setting and flexible enough for future expansion. A tower of five stacked shipping containers provides a tall landmark feature which gives the facility visibility, presence and identity."
7N, Architects

New Canal Basin

A £6.2 million project has seen the creation of 300 metres of new canal between Speirs Wharf and Port Dundas...ideal for paddlesports ethusiasts.

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