Making life better by water
Specialist teams
Find out how our expert teams work together to make life better by water
Work for us
We have vacancies across all of our waterways and in the offices, museums and attractions that support them. We're one of the UK's biggest charities and we take pride in everything we do
Contact us
If you're thinking of getting in touch then please take a moment to look through these pages as we probably have the answer on our website
Summer safety by the water
As the weather is warming up we want everyone to enjoy our canals in the safest possible way
As the weather is warming up we want everyone to be able to enjoy our canals and rivers in the safest possible way
Stoppages and notices
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
10 reasons to take up canoeing
It's a great way to get fit and explore our waterways at the same time
Share the Space
Take a look at our common sense guide to sharing the towpath
Winter open days
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.
Find a place to fish
From reservoirs to club-managed canals and river stretches - find your nearest place to fish
Get your free guide
Download your free guide today and start exploring the waterway nature near you
Download your free guides
You've nine free days out guides to choose from - where will you go first?
Find a walk near you
Are you ready to ramble? Find a waterside stroll or a satisfying hike along our beautiful canals and rivers
Art Events
Take a look at our upcoming events here.
Something for everyone
Help us make a difference and have fun along the way. Find your perfect volunteer role today
Join our team
Could you join your local Towpath Taskforce team and help us to keep our canals looking lovely?
Volunteering in partnership
Want to make a real difference to your community? You could join over 400 groups who volunteer with us every year
Desmond Family Canoe Trail
If you're aged 16-25 and would like to get involved with this exciting project, please get in touch
Could you be a volunteer lock keeper?
Find out what's involved with this popular volunteering opportunity
Donate today
100% of your donation will be used to make life better by water
Canals are better with Friends
Becoming a Friend by making a monthly donation is one of the most effective ways to support our work
Leave a legacy
Will you leave a gift in your Will to keep the canals and rivers you care about alive?
Give in memory
Celebrate the life of a loved one by giving a gift in their memory
Give in celebration
Got a favourite place in mind? Dedicate it in celebration of a loved one today
Corporate giving
Make a difference to the wellbeing of your community
We care for our supporters
We are caring and open and aim to put our supporters at the heart of everything we do
Use My Location
Read the latest blogs from the team at the Canal & River Trust.
2 December 2020
Angler and head teacher of Pelsall Village School, near Walsall, Glyn Bagley is keen to help his young charges gain a sense of calm and focus through learning to fish. He arranged a Let’s Fish! day with the support of our team.
Posted by: The fisheries & angling team
1 December 2020
A guest blog from boater Tracey about living onboard a narrowboat and being severely vision-impaired. Tracey has become known as 'the blind boater' since moving afloat with hubby, Tim, in March 2014.
Posted by: The boating team
20 November 2020
This latest edition gives a roundup on the work we've been doing as part of our major, £45 million, winter work programme. You also get some winter safety tips, news of a major dredging project in Gloucester Docks as well as a request for your views on podcasts (among others!)
Posted by: The boaters' update
11 November 2020
Welcome to the first online edition of the East Midlands newsletter, a monthly roundup of what’s happening on the waterways in the region.
Posted by: The East Midlands newsletter
Aged 13, Izzy Gibbins from Cheshire recorded the top female junior weight of 2020g in our recent annual celebration of young people and fishing. It’s something she would never have dreamed possible just 12 months ago, as Izzy explains.
9 November 2020
Angling match results brought to you by Steve Cope
Posted by: Angling match results
6 November 2020
Welcome to the latest edition that has an important update on the latest national lockdown and how it affects boating. Along with that you'll find answers to the common questions asked at our digital Annual Public Meeting, news of the latest annual Boater Report and how you can get support and contact us in an emergency.
5 November 2020
The Trent & Mersey Canal in the Sandbach area was the venue that saw 79 pairs of elite English match anglers strive to crown themselves the 2020 canal pairs champions in October. National fisheries and angling manager John Ellis reports on the day.
