Boating blogs and features

Blogs

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  The boaters' update

  15 September 2015

  Keep up to date with all of the boating news and views.

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  The boating team

  2 October 2015

  Find out what the Canal & River Trust's boating team have been up to.

Features

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  Boats in Bloom

  17 March 2017

  We’re celebrating the people whose green fingers and gardening achievements help make our waterways such pleasant places to visit. This summer we’ll be presenting certificates to those whose plants, flowers and vegetable displays make a positive contribution to our canals and rivers.

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  Outer space: making the most of tiny narrowboat spaces

  1 August 2016

  Check out how Charlotte has made the most of the space in her narrowboat.

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  Summer-ise your boat

  19 May 2016

  Make sure your summer of boating starts smoothly with our top tips for bringing your boat out of hibernation.

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  Nine reasons to take a boating holiday this year

  15 January 2016

  We support a thriving community of boaters who work, live and relax along our canals and rivers. People love spending time with us because it’s calming, the pace of life is slower and you feel happier and healthier by the water. Are you ready to take the most relaxing holiday you’ll have ever have?

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  Winterise your boat

  15 October 2015

  We’ve got to that time of year when the temperatures start to drop dramatically and the country’s obsession with grit supplies takes hold. Summer cruising is well and truly over and for those of you who own boats on Britain’s canals and rivers it’s time to think about winterising your boat.

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  Different types of locks

  14 October 2015

  The introduction of locks in the 10th century made it possible for boats to climb the highest hills and mountains. In England and Wales our waterways are now home to many different types of lock. Next time you're out and about see how many different types you can spot.

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  Boating with kids

  18 August 2015

  The summer holidays are here, and for those of you who are gracing the waters with children this year, there are plenty of ways to keep them entertained. Don’t give boredom breathing space – here are five activities to keep the kids busy, whatever the weather.