Features

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

The taste of summer in a jam jar

4 July 2018

Looking after the waterways isn’t just about managing the actual water. We look after more than 2,000 miles of hedgerow nationwide and many of these hedges contain vital food sources for bees.
Reclaim your lunchbreak

22 June 2018

Here at the Canal & River Trust we believe that spending time by water can make us all happier and healthier and we want everyone increase their sense of wellbeing by incorporating our waterways into everyday life. One way to do this is to come and have lunch with us.
Urban fishing - the new trend?

21 June 2018

As people look for healthy ways to de-stress after a busy day at work, we’re seeing a huge rise in questions about canal fishing in towns and cities. How easy is it? What do people need? Here are our tips for you budding urban anglers.
Five things that are better by the canal

15 June 2018

We believe that life is better by water and whatever you’re doing, doing it by water makes it more enjoyable. Here are five things that we think are better if you do them next to our canals. Try and incorporate our waterways into your weekly routine and we believe you’ll be healthier and happier as a result.
Quiz time: Get your happy

14 June 2018

Is your glass half full, or half empty? Are you curious to know how you stack up against the rest when it comes to happiness? Take our fun quiz and find out.
How to start running and stick with it

1 June 2018

We know that spending time by water makes us happier and healthier and exercising by water simply enhances the benefits of spending time there. However, we also know that starting and sticking to a new exercise regime can be tough.
A calmer commute

1 June 2018

Using our canals as part of your daily commute can give you a sense of wellbeing that no car or bus journey could. Our 2,000 miles of towpaths are open all day, every day so you can use them to walk, run or cycle whenever you need them.
Cities in bloom

31 May 2018

We believe that everyone should have free access to green spaces where they can surround themselves with nature, no matter where they live. This is why we work hard to make sure our urban canals bring the heart of the countryside to some of the country’s most built up areas.
Our Chairman gives his opinion on our new brand

21 May 2018

Allan Leighton, chairman of the Trust, explains how our new positioning as a waterways and wellbeing charity can help millions of people live healthier lives and secure the long-term future of our canals and rivers.
Five graphics to show why you should exercise by the water

23 May 2018

We all know that we should probably do a bit more exercise than we do already. However, if you’re in need of further persuasion then check out these statistics about exercise in the UK.

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