12 ways to wellbeing this Christmas

Just around the corner, Christmas is coming and it's bringing a sleigh full of cheer, chaos, hugs, brussel sprouts and festive songs. It's a great time of year to think about how you can take care of yourself and those around you. We've got 12 ways you can bring wellbeing into your Christmas.

Canalside shopping

We've put together a list of high streets just a hop, skip and a jump from some of our favourite canals and rivers

Man walks along snowy towpath next to an iced-over canal and snow-covered fields in the morning sun

Try escapism

After the chaos, we could all do with somewhere, some place, where we only hear the sweet sound of chirping birds and the slow trickle of water

Santa makes a splash

Here's where you can find him this festive season

Get booking

Our canals have events taking place all year round, check regularly to see what's coming up near you

Time to get cosy

Stay warm this winter with our top tips

Woman smiles with her arms stretched out on the banks of the Kennet & Avon

Take a time-out

Shopping can be stressful so take a moment of two and reconnect with some of our favourite canal places

Get creative

Home-made gifts are sometimes the best. We've got four canal-themed gifts for you to try your hand

Make it personal

For those of you running late this year, or have struggled to pick something for a loved one, we have some unique ideas for you to take away

Two adults chat as they walk along the canal towpath

Detox before the retox

Walking is perhaps one of the best ways to clear our minds and set us up for what's next

The sun rises over central Birmingham, reflecting the surrounding buildings in the canal.

Wellbeing this christmas

Find somewhere beautiful to relax, think, exercise, commute, and more, all for free

National Waterways Museum Gloucester smiles

A big Christmas thanks

It’s the time of year to reflect and celebrate so we’re saying a big thank you to everyone who has visited and supported us in 2019

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Last Edited: 09 December 2019