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Top of the locks
Here’s a top 10 celebration of some of the most iconic and unusual locks on our canals
Wed Mar 05 2025
Top 10 most popular canal boat names
With around 35,000 boats on our canals and rivers, it’s no surprise that there is some doubling up of names. Here are the 10 most popular boat names on our waters – does yours make the list?
Thu Feb 27 2025
What’s your canal boat name?
Names are more than just a means to identify a boat. They reflect the character of the vessel, and every boater takes pride in their boat’s name.
Tue Feb 25 2025
Five tasks to get your boat spring ready
With brighter mornings, longer evenings and sunnier days coming our way, now is the perfect time to get your boat ready for spring and summer.
Mon Feb 17 2025
7 cruises for boats with kids on board
Our canals are lined with exciting adventures for kids – from taking a turn at the tiller to helping with the locks or playing amid canalside nature, as well as local attractions and historic cities.
Fri Jan 10 2025
Going above and beyond on the Grand Union Canal
In September, George Dickinson took home our ‘Clive Porter Values’ award for his contribution to a boating community scheme in Northamptonshire.
Fri Nov 22 2024
5 boating routes to see wildlife
From ducks to dormice, our once-industrial canals are now busy with creatures, great and small.
Mon Nov 11 2024
6 castles to visit by canal
Our canals are steeped in history – and a lot of it is older than the Industrial Revolution.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Explore the UK's literary legends by canal
There are few better ways to spend your canal boat holiday than relaxing in the cratch with a good book.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Britain’s longest canal cruise
The charm of canal boat holidays is in the slower pace of life they offer. But what if you want to slow it down even further?
Wed May 01 2024

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