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As the weather is warming up we want everyone to be able to enjoy our canals and rivers in the safest possible way

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We're continually carrying out work to improve our canals and rivers. Find out if we're working along your route before you set off on a boat trip

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Canals & Transatlantic Slavery

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10 reasons to take up canoeing

It's a great way to get fit and explore our waterways at the same time

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Take a look at our common sense guide to sharing the towpath

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Our open days offer a different perspective of our waterways, a behind-the-scenes look at the great work we do. A free day out for all the family.

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Seven reasons why fishing is good for you

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From reservoirs to club-managed canals and river stretches - find your nearest place to fish

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Nature and wildlife

Canals and climate change

Canal habitats

Keeping our ducks healthy

A spotter's guide to waterway wildlife

The rogues' gallery

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Download your free guide today and start exploring the waterway nature near you

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See all 123 places to visit

Ten free places to visit in 2022

National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port

National Waterways Museum, Gloucester Docks

The Canal Museum, Stoke Bruerne

Anderton Boat Lift Visitor Centre, Cheshire

Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre, Yorkshire

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Visitor Centre, North Wales

Little Venice, London

Foxton Locks, Leicestershire

Caen Hill Locks, Devizes, Wiltshire

Hatton Locks, Warwickshire

Fradley Junction, Staffordshire

Marple Locks and Aqueduct, Cheshire

Tees Barrage, Stockton on Tees

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You've nine free days out guides to choose from - where will you go first?

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Safety on our waterways

Open water swimming

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Summer water safety

Winter water safety

James' story

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Walking

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Access for all

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Are you ready to ramble? Find a waterside stroll or a satisfying hike along our beautiful canals and rivers

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Wellbeing

The five ways to wellbeing

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Life's better by water

Wellbeing with Well-B

Discover how you can recharge when spending time by water

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The Line

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Help us make a difference and have fun along the way. Find your perfect volunteer role today

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Could you join your local Towpath Taskforce team and help us to keep our canals looking lovely?

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Phone: 01924 694 575 or 07799 642 013

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