Waterways

We’ve published a new free Places to Visit in London guide, with maps, information about visitor facilities and free activities, and ways to get the most a visit to the capital’s canals and rivers. Last year over ten million people visited the charity’s 2,000-mile network of canals and rivers to enjoy walking, cycling, running, boat…

We’re developing plans to refurbish the Anderton Boat Lift & Visitor Centre, supported by a development grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Since that grant was awarded in 2022 external factors including inflation, particularly in the construction sector, have placed additional pressures on the plans for the project. The cost of the works required,…

Advance tickets are on sale for the 2025 Crick Boat Show, sponsored by Haven Knox-Johnston, saving 10 per cent on the entry price. The event, which takes place at Crick Marina, near Daventry in Northamptonshire, will be held across the late May Bank Holiday Weekend 24-26 May 2025, with an exclusive Trade & Preview Day…

The world’s first dual-fuelled ammonia-powered ship will arrive at West India Docks this week, marking an important step forward in maritime decarbonisation. Fortescue’s Singapore-flagged vessel ‘Green Pioneer’ has arrived in the UK to demonstrate the viability of ammonia as a sustainable marine fuel. The vessel is the first of its kind, powered by four-stroke engines,…

The Commission which is reviewing our boat licensing framework has today, 3 March 2025, launched a survey to hear from boaters and other stakeholders with a view on boat licensing. The survey The survey will run until 9am on Tuesday 22 April. It covers both the experiences that people have had and any changes they would like to…

Electric Boating PolyBoatGlobal Another pleasure you can have with electric boats is to go fishing – and why not for largemouth bass using one or more trolling motors. Electric trolling motors market is projected to reach US$ 850.8 Million by 2034, The Bass Electric Tour is a series of six tournaments held throughout the year…

We’re launching a new heritage project in the West Midlands – and is calling on the public for their help in making it happen. Collecting first-hand accounts We’re collecting first-hand accounts from local canal enthusiasts and volunteers, as part of an exciting oral history initiative, made possible thanks to funds raised by players of People’s…

‘Paddle under the Pennines’ or ‘Bob along by Boat’ in the UK’s longest, deepest, highest canal tunnel. Jo Moseley & Matt Crowley canoeing in Standedge Tunnel Canoe trips and boat trips along the entire length of the longest, deepest and highest canal tunnel return this year as we announce a series of new dates for…

Work has completed on a project to improve a four-mile stretch of towpath on the Lancaster Canal, making it more accessible for residents and visitors. Lancaster Canal towpath upgrade We’ve planned and coordinated a scheme to enhance the section of towpath on the Northern Reaches, from Stainton to just north of Holme Village. The works…

We’re inviting you to an Open Weekend on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 February to discover the iconic Hatton Locks, a flight of 21 locks along the Grand Union Canal in the heart of Warwickshire. Open day at Kidderminster This exciting event offers a rare opportunity for the public to explore the fascinating inner workings…