Find your thrill

From water sports to canalside festivals, find the things that get you buzzing.

Exciting events on your doorstep

Join thousands for big waterside festivals, or plan a small yet mighty adventure on the water for you and your friends. How will you find your thrill?

Ten reasons to take up canoeing

Have you ever seen a grumpy person paddling? We thought not. Explore our waterways, boost your wellbeing and get fit at the same time

Canalathon 2022

Up for a challenge? This July, run or walk 26.2 miles along your local canal whilst raising vital funds to help us protect and care for our 2,000 miles of waterways

Plan your visit now

Use our simple tools to help plan your next visit to your local canal.

Our canal and river map

Our waterways flow through vibrant cities, past homes, alongside offices and out into relaxing countryside. Find your way using our map

Local to you

Nearly nine million of you live within 1km of our canals. Discover what's on your doorstep and feel better by water

How did visiting your local canal make you feel?

Take our mood monitor

Tell us how you felt after spending time by water

Discover more ways to get involved

Opportunities for you

Are you a young person? Find out about volunteering and development opportunities with us, as well as useful resources and activities

#ActNowForCanals

If you enjoy time on or by the towpath, why not help us to make more miles of canals blue, green and better

Canalathon 2022

Challenge yourself to run or walk 26.2 miles along your local canal whilst raising vital funds to help us care for our waterways

Last date edited: 30 June 2022

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