Visitors to Llandrindod Wells Lake this weekend could find themselves watching some of Britain's top athletes in action.
The GB Senior Women's Canoe Polo Team is heading to Lakeside Boathouse in Llandrindod Wells for a training camp as preparations continue for the 2026 ICF Canoe Polo World Championships in Duisburg, Germany.
The squad will be training at the lake on Saturday, August 22, and Sunday, August 23, with sessions taking place both on and off the water.
Lakeside Boathouse has described the visit as a chance for local people to see elite canoe polo players up close as they prepare to represent Great Britain on the world stage.
A spokesperson said: “We're incredibly excited to welcome the GB Senior Women's Canoe Polo Team to Lakeside Boathouse this weekend as they prepare for the 2026 ICF Canoe Polo World Championships in Duisburg, Germany.
“The ladies will be training both on and off the pitch throughout the weekend, so if you're visiting the lake, keep an eye out.
“It's a brilliant opportunity to see some of the country's best canoe polo players in action.”
The boathouse said it was proud to support the team, highlighting the significant personal cost involved in competing internationally.
Members of the squad contribute towards travel, accommodation and meals, while also taking unpaid leave from work in order to compete for Great Britain.
For anyone unfamiliar with the sport, canoe polo combines elements of kayaking and water polo, with teams competing from specially designed kayaks in a fast-paced and highly physical game.
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The team is also raising funds to help support its World Championship campaign, with visitors able to donate towards the athletes' preparations.
Lakeside Boathouse is encouraging residents and visitors to give the squad a warm welcome during their stay.
The spokesperson added: “Most importantly, if you see the ladies around the lake this weekend, make sure you give them a huge Llandrindod Wells welcome.
“Good luck, ladies. Go Team GB.”
The World Championships will be held in Duisburg, Germany, with the GB team hoping to build momentum during its Mid Wales training camp.
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