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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Prunella Scales who was a much-loved supporter of our canals and a familiar face to so many people along our canal and river network. Prunella had a great enthusiasm for boating. She explored Britian’s canals and rivers with wit and warmth, along with her late…

Things are getting very spooky around Halloween on our canals in Yorkshire, with frightening family-fun Halloween events to scare even the most intrepid ghost hunter. In association with Huddersfield Canal Society and the North of England Centre for Music & Arts, we are inviting brave souls to discover the spookier side of Standedge Tunnel and get involved…

A programme of essential repairs on Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge enters a key phase later this month, and waterways charity Canal & River Trust is updating residents on the works. The bridge, which crosses the River Weaver near Frodsham, is undergoing vital works to replace and repair existing mechanical and electrical elements to ensure the…

We’ve announced that Foxton Locks will be temporarily reopening to boats at the end of the month. The reopening will enable boaters to access vital services and give visitors the chance to once again enjoy watching boats navigate the famous staircase of locks. Maintaining water in the canal With the country experiencing one of the…