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

How to experience canals at your own pace
We offer boaters, paddlers, explorers and observers miles of canals all over the country, whether it's wildlife-spotting, gongoozling, paddlesports or boating - everyone can enjoy canals at their own pace.
23 April 2026
Top ten things to do at Crick Boat Show 2026
The 2026 Crick Boat Show, sponsored by Haven Knox-Johnston and held across the late May Bank holiday weekend 23-25 May at Crick Marina, in Northamptonshire, offers a fantastic family day out by the water.
17 April 2026
Filming with the Peaky Blinders – The Immortal Man
We’re excited to spot some well-loved canal locations in the new Peaky Blinders film, ‘The Immortal Man’. Find out what’s involved in filming major productions from the towpath.
16 March 2026
Exciting Easter events on a canal near you
Bank holiday fun is better by water and we have an ‘eggciting’ range of events for all the family to enjoy this Easter weekend.
4 March 2026
Building resilience, today and tomorrow
We’re delighted that £6.5m of extra government funding for long-term canal infrastructure projects like embankments and reservoirs will help build the strength and resilience of our network.
2 March 2026
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

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