Features

Take a closer look at our canals and rivers and discover new ways to enjoy them

You made it happen on our canals and rivers

15 November 2018

On 19 November we’re joining with other charities to say a big thank you to our supporters. Find out how your volunteer time and your donations have helped us to make life better by water.
#ThanksToYou Heritage Lottery Fund

15 November 2018

To celebrate heritage lottery funding we're offering free treats to National Lottery players at our museums between 3-9 December.
Our guide to canal-themed gifts

7 November 2018

If you’re a regular visitor to our museums and attractions, you’ll know they all have gift shops packed full of family favourites and canal-themed goodies. So, this Christmas, we thought we’d share a few of our customers’ favourites.
Looking back to the 1700s

24 October 2018

Many things happened for the first time during the 1700s. Sir Robert Walpole became Britain's first prime minister, Handel's 'Messiah' got its first performance, Captain Cook led his first expedition to the Pacific, and the first edition of the Times was published in London.
Dogs on boats: from the archive

24 October 2018

It's not unusual to see dogs on boats, and they've been boaters' companions for many years. Check out these four-legged canines from our archives.
Then and now

17 October 2018

Here at the Canal & River Trust we believe that life is better by water and this is why we spend so much energy making sure our waterways are always open and welcoming.
Pets afloat

12 October 2018

Kittens fishing from the pontoon, canine companions and a python under the fridge: Peter Watts explores the practicalities of live aboard pets.
This Girl Can on a canal near you

4 October 2018

Here at the Trust we’re proud to support This Girl Can, encouraging women everywhere to take part in healthy activities on our canals and rivers.
London's canals on film

28 September 2018

London’s canals and rivers are increasingly appearing on TV and in feature films.
Free canal activity guides

26 September 2018

Get away, without going away - visit your local canal or river for a free family day out. Download one of our free guides below and discover how life's better by water.

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