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The charity making life better by water

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Will you help us weather the storm?

Help our canal and river network this winter

Donate

Will you help us weather the storm?

Help our canal and river network this winter

Donate

We're the UK's largest canal charity, looking after 2,000 miles of canals and rivers across England and Wales

Together, let's make sure they continue to be here for tomorrow and beyond

Learn more about what we do
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1000

sites

recognised for their value to nature, providing much-needed homes for wildlife

736

miles

of waterways awarded Green Flag status, bringing nature into the heart of towns and cities

2706

listed buildings

restored and kept in good repair by our team of expert heritage advisors and engineers

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Don't let plastic become part of our nature

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Don't let plastic become part of our nature

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Local to you

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Explore your nearest canals and ways to enjoy them Find walks, activities and more within:

miles of

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