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We've lifted in new lock gates as part of vital conservation work on Leicestershire's canals
We're carrying out a programme of major maintenance and preservation works on Leicestershire’s waterways to help keep the county’s historic canal network navigable, open and alive.
13 March 2026
Easter Historic Boat Gathering heralds Golden Anniversary Year at National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port
A special Easter Historic Boat Gathering in early April will herald in an exciting year of 50th birthday celebrations at Ellesmere Port’s National Waterways Museum.
11 March 2026
Discover the UK's canals by boat in 2026
This Easter, why not trade traffic jams and crowded hotspots for calm waters, open skies and a slower pace of life?
9 March 2026
We're putting the finishing touches to our vital winter works maintenance programme
Our wide-ranging programme of major maintenance and preservation projects helps keep the nation’s historic canal network navigable and safe.
3 March 2026
'Mandem Swim’ programme launches in Nottingham to help Black men feel more water confident
Funded by Sport England, ‘Mandem Swim’ offers black men in Nottingham the chance to learn to swim in a supportive environment, build water confidence and enjoy the benefits of spending time by water.
3 March 2026
Pill boxes transformed to create new homes for bats
World War II pill boxes on the Kennet & Avon Canal in Berkshire have been given a new lease of life as homes for bats by us.
27 February 2026
2026 Crick Boat Show advance tickets on sale
Advance tickets are on sale for the 2026 Crick Boat Show, sponsored by Haven Knox-Johnston, saving 10 per cent on the entry price.
23 February 2026
We're moving forward with commission recommendations
We're providing an update on how recommendations from the independent ‘Commission on Boat Licensing Report’, published at the end of last year, will be taken forward.
12 February 2026
We invite you to our Winter Open Day on the Chesterfield Canal
We're giving you the opportunity to get an up-close view of newly installed lock gates at Stret Lock in Worksop, to help highlight what it takes to look after the nation’s centuries-old canal network.
9 February 2026
Focus on the Severn and its boats at the National Waterways Museum Gloucester
The River Severn will come under the spotlight at the National Waterways Museum Gloucester this month with a photography exhibition, model boat trail and many other activities.
6 February 2026

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