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Major Gloucester dredging programme gets underway
We've launched a £4 million dredging programme on Gloucester Docks and the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal to restore navigation depths and address significant silt build-up after recent droughts.
28 October 2026
Citizens' Boater Panel brings together broad cross-section of boating community
A new volunteer Citizens’ Boater Panel, to help shape our upcoming consultation on creating a clearer, fairer licensing system, has brought together a broad range of boaters from across the canal network.
26 October 2026
Christmas days out and events on the canals
We're offering free regional online Places to Visit Guides, inspiring great days out by the water this Christmas.
26 October 2026
Historic Ellesmere canal yard secures National Lottery funding for its next chapter
Plans will restore historic buildings, create new opportunities for the community and keep the yard working.
23 October 2026
Families invited to enjoy Halloween fun at Foxton Locks
Looking for spooky days out this October? Visit Foxton Locks, where a programme of themed activities will bring Halloween fun to one of Leicestershire's most iconic waterside destinations.
15 October 2026
We're carrying out a major weed removal programme as warmer summers drive surge in aquatic growth
We're investing over £150,000 in a major weed removal programme across North West canals as warmer summers and longer growing seasons fuel faster growth of invasive and nuisance aquatic plants.
15 October 2026
Community open day offers close-up look at new Carreghofa Lane Bridge
The local community around Llanymynech was given a look at progress on the new Carreghofa Lane Bridge, as construction continues as part of the restoration of the Montgomery Canal.
14 October 2026
Spooky Scarecastle returns to Harecastle Tunnel this Halloween
We're delighted to announce the return of its popular ‘Scarecastle’ event, a spooky Halloween canal adventure through Harecastle Tunnel in Staffordshire.
14 October 2026
New litter campaign calls for action
We're seeking to inspire greater public action and map community-led efforts to help protect Britain’s longest network of freshwater habitat.
8 October 2026
Dedicated welfare team helps boaters access support
We're highlighting the support available to people living and travelling on the waterways through our dedicated welfare team.
5 October 2026

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