I help you to discover your potential
Reclaiming our space, one path and paddle at a time.
We all felt it during the lockdowns: that deep, instinctive need for fresh air and open skies. But as life speeded up again, many of us retreated back indoors, leaving our love for the wild behind.
I’m Rosie Diver, and I founded Of Paths and Paddles as I finished my first lot of treatment for Stage 3 melanoma. Fast-forward a few years, and more treatment later, my mission is to share that the outdoors doesn’t just offer a view – it offers a way back to ourselves.
I believe that we find adventure wherever we look for it. You don’t need to climb Everest to have an “outdoor adventure.” To me, adventure is a mindset. It’s the feeling of the wind on your face, the rhythm of a paddle in the water, and the shared laughter of a group of women discovering a new path.
I’ve been a canoe coach since 1996 and have walked the UK hills since I was fifteen. But these days, I’m not interested in “hardcore” labels or “heavy-duty” expeditions. I’m interested in mountain top moments at our level.
Whether it’s a lower-level walk or a gentle morning on the water, the outdoors belongs to all of us. I’m on a mission to break down the barriers that keep women in the minority and build a community where we can recharge our batteries and find headspace together.
The outdoors is waiting. Let’s go find our adventure.
Walking for wellbeing
When you join one of our walking days, it’s more than ‘just a walk’ though. It’s time to see the sky and take time to notice what’s around you. It allows you to silence your mind, make new friends and spend time with old ones. Our walks help you explore new places, build resilience and create stories that you can tell around the campfire during your future adventures.
Walking with us will help you carve out time for yourself, remember how amazing it is to give yourself permission to slow down and make time to breathe, give you freedom from the mundane or stressful day to day stuff and remind you how fantastic it feels to do something just because you can.
Yes, you can walk on your own but when you walk with Of Paths and Paddles it will feel like a magical adventure that you will want to do again and again.
Current Walks
3rd Thursday of each Month in 2026:
- Thursday 16th April 2026
- Thursday 21st May 2026
- Thursday 18th June 2026
- Thursday 16th July 2026
- Thursday 20th August 2026
- Thursday 17th September 2026
- Thursday 15th October 2026
- Thursday 19th November 2026
Paddling for peace of mind
Ever wanted to learn to paddleboard? Now’s your chance.
Delighted to be back offering a unique experience to give you confidence on the water, with loads of fun and laughter built in. Once you’ve mastered your paddleboard, you will feel on top of the world, and like anything is achievable in life.
We are offering 3 different Paddleboard experiences to suit all levels and abilities. Your ticket includes use of a SUP, paddle and bouyancy aid. Wear water shoes, waterproof or windproof coat over a T-shirt and leggings (orlight fleece depending on the weather). Feel free to wear a wetsuit if you have one.
We require a medical disclaimer and information form but this will be sent out after registration.
Tickets are refundable if you cancel ONLY if I can resell your place. If we cancel, due to weather or water conditions, a full refund will be issued.
All watersports carry a risk. We do all we can to mitigate that risk. You join us on the understanding that there is a risk involved. Please contact me to discuss this if you are at all unsure. Over 18s only.