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

Quiz: Older or newer?
Put your history knowledge to the test and learn about our historic canals and rivers along the way.
3 February 2026
Canal anniversaries in 2026
Many of our canals are over two centuries old - find out which waterways are celebrating key milestones in 2026.
2 February 2026
Visit canals this February half-term
Grab your waterproofs and enjoy some well-deserved downtime by your local canal this half term. Come rain or shine, there’s plenty for all the family to enjoy.
22 January 2026
Top tips for winter fishing
Top tips for winter fishing
20 January 2026
Finding calmer waters in the new year
The new year is a time of reflection. As the frost creeps across our network, we share the inspiring story of Dave Thompson, who found his peace in the still waters and verdant banks of our canals.
15 December 2025
Fantastic festive events
Sparkling canals make a beautiful backdrop to a host of events this festive season. Find out what's happening near you
20 November 2025
Puzzle it out
Unwind for five minutes and piece together our brand new jigsaw of a beautiful kingfisher.
15 September 2025
Celebrating 30 years of Tees Barrage
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the iconic Tees Barrage, so it’s the perfect time to look behind the scenes of this remarkable piece of modern engineering.
27 August 2025
Watch 'Canal-Mania' with Dan Snow
Watch Dan Snow's latest film, Canal-Mania, in which he travels by water across England and Wales to explore a world-changing story, and a revolution that changed how we live forever.
20 August 2025
How do you spend time by water?
We’re the charity for canals and we'd love to know how you spend your time on our 2,000-mile network. Take our quick survey.
18 August 2025

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