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.

A young boy smiles happily on the towpath as his mother holds her daughter in the background.

A family enjoying time on the towpath

Whether it’s walking, cycling, nature-spotting or feeding the ducks, your local canal has plenty to offer young and old. Here are some of our favourite activities.

Go for a canal walk

Family walks
Discover colourful boats, wonderful wildlife and working locks
Family walks
Discover colourful boats, wonderful wildlife and working locks
Short walks
Perfect for little legs
Short walks
Perfect for little legs
Find a walk
2,000 miles of towpaths to explore
Find a walk
2,000 miles of towpaths to explore

Feed the ducks

A family favourite all year round. Head to your local canal with some healthy snacks for our feathered friends

Go wildlife spotting

There's plenty to see by canals and rivers, even in February. Take a look at our canal species guide before you go.

Winter wildlife
Wrap up warm and see what you can spot
Winter wildlife
Wrap up warm and see what you can spot
Sensory guide
Top tips from our ecologist
Sensory guide
Top tips from our ecologist
Which animals come out at night?
Make the most of dark mornings and early evenings
Which animals come out at night?
Make the most of dark mornings and early evenings

Rainy day? Try a jigsaw

Get cosy indoors and dream of warmer days ahead with our spring canal jigsaw

Find your new favourite place

We have hundreds of beautiful places to visit, from locks to aqueducts and places where history comes to life. Discover what's near you, or take a trip to one of our fascinating museums and attractions.