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Discover the fascinating heritage of our waterways as we host free behind-the-scenes open days
We're inviting people to step behind the scenes of the nation's historic canals as part of this year's Heritage Open Days, taking place during September.
9 September 2026
We're appealing for volunteers to operate the UK’s deepest lock help conserve water along the Rochdale Canal in Yorkshire
We're appealing for more volunteer lock keepers to help navigation through the UK’s deepest lock on the historic Rochdale Canal in West Yorkshire.
1 September 2026
Have your say on the future of National Lottery Good Causes funding
We're encouraging people and communities to have their say on the future of National Lottery Good Causes funding.
1 September 2026
Family fun fishing events at Foxton Locks
We're inviting families to Foxton Locks in Leicestershire this summer to enjoy a relaxing day by the water at one of its popular Let’s Fish! events.
24 August 2026
One of the world's oldest tunnels in Cheshire gets crucial check up
We're carrying out a detailed inspection of Preston Brook Tunnel near Dutton, one of the world's oldest canal tunnels still in operation.
24 August 2026
Trial measures introduced to support safe navigation at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
In response to the popularity of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, including increased use by paddle craft as well as narrowboats, we've introduced an aqueduct safety team to help manage traffic at busy times.
12 August 2026
Updates on the progress towards reopening Anderton Boat Lift
We've provided an update on work to reopen Anderton Boat Lift, with testing of a proposed engineering solution due to begin this autumn.
12 August 2026
We invite boaters to join new Citizens’ Boater Panel
Boaters are being invited to play a defining role in shaping the future of boating as part of a volunteer Citizens’ Boater Panel.
7 August 2026
We've temporarily suspended 14-day movement to help conserve water during drought
We've temporarily suspended the requirement for boats without a home mooring to move at least every 14 days as part of efforts to conserve water during the current drought.
6 August 2026
Our response to the drought status across much of England and Wales
We're providing an update on our work to manage water resources and minimise disruption for boaters as much as possible.
3 August 2026

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