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Behind the scenes at Slaithwaite Reservoir
We're responsible for caring for Hill Top Reservoir (Slaithwaite Reservoir), and have reached a major milestone in our multi‑million‑pound upgrade of the site.
14 May 2026
Volunteers help spruce up Hillmorton Locks – the busiest lock flight in the country
We've been working with its local volunteers along the Oxford Canal at Hillmorton Locks in Warwickshire to carry out a seasonal tidy‑up of the much‑loved lock flight ahead of the busy summer season.
13 May 2026
Vital bank repair works are taking place on the Oxford Canal
We're carrying out major repair works on two sections of the Oxford Canal to protect the historic waterway, prevent water loss and ensure the canal and towpath remain safe for everyone.
11 May 2026
200-year-old embankment strengthening works complete at Wilstone Reservoir
We've completed a £7 million 14-month programme of statutory safety works at Wilstone Reservoir near Tring in Hertfordshire.
11 May 2026
We've completed essential repairs at Knowle Locks
We've recently completed essential repair works at Knowle Locks on the Grand Union Canal in Solihull.
11 May 2026
Record year for volunteering
We've expanded our volunteering with over three quarter of a million hours donated in 2025/26.
8 May 2026
Helping Black women in Birmingham feel safer and more confident by water
In partnership with Sport England, we're launching a swimming and water confidence initiative to help Black women in Birmingham feel safer, more confident, and connected to water.
8 May 2026
Construction Begins on New Spillway at 225‑Year‑Old Slaithwaite Reservoir
We've reached a milestone in the construction of a multi‑million‑pound scheme to upgrade Slaithwaite Reservoir.
6 May 2026
We're asking boaters to report faults to help target investment
With more boats taking to the waterways as summer approaches, we're renewing our pledge to do more to tackle the issues most important to boaters.
6 May 2026
Lock gate production enters new era
We're announcing the biggest change in lock gate manufacture since moving from steam to electric machines.
30 April 2026

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