Go boating
Whether you're planning a short weekend venture or a longer trip involving multiple waterways, here's everything you need to know to get yourself afloat.
From buying craft to navigating locks, speed limit etiquettes to waste removal, here's everything you need to know about boating
Whether you're a continuous cruiser, paddler or boating holiday maker, make sure your journey goes without a hitch
From a relaxing holiday afloat to a day trip with friends or family, discover a new way to recharge
Learn about the range of different services available for your boat and where you can find them
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Licence your boat
From canoes to large river cruisers, you need to licence your boat if you want to keep and use it on our waterways
Moorings
Find out everything you need to know about moorings on our canals and rivers
Notices & stoppages
Search our notices and stoppages, as well as strong stream and water level warnings before you travel
Waterway dimensions
Assessing your boat's dimensions ahead of your journey can help reduce the risk of damaging your boat, or someone else's
Living on your boat
Find out everything from maintenance to registering to vote from your boat
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