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Restoration stories

Here you'll find interesting stories and case studies about the work that's taking place and the people who are involved.

Technical Support Team on the Grantham Canal

Volunteer in the restoration team
Working with local canal restoration groups and other partners, we're helping to repair and reinvigorate parts of the canal network that have been forgotten.
The search for growers of floating water-plantain
We're seeking large scale growers of aquatic plants to work with over the next few years, to propagate and translocate water-plantain into nature reserves.
Working in partnership
Since April 2021, the Canal & River Trust and the IWA Restoration Hub have been working closely with the Young Trustees Movement to gain insight into the world of canal restoration.
Celebrating the efforts of volunteer groups
A good volunteer opportunity is rewarding for everyone involved. Read more
Engaging the next generation of restorers
In an age where many people are looking to the future, it can be a struggle to engage younger generations with the past.
Conquering the barriers, one step at a time
Restoration coordinator, Katie Woodroffe, took a visit to see the work taking place to restore the Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal.
Building skills and rebuilding the canals
Iona, a heritage trainee on the Grantham Canal, talks about why she would encourage everyone to get involved in their local restoration.
Revealing the buried secrets of Swansea Canal
Hidden within a steep-sided Welsh valley lies Swansea Canal. Local volunteers are working hard to restore it, uncovering its former glory.
Volunteer to restore the Monty
Read on to find out why helping to restore the Montgomery Canal, could change your life.
Celebrating the 50th birthday of the Waterway Recovery Group
Our Restoration Coordinator, Katie Woodroffe, celebrates the Waterway Recovery Group's 50th birthday by looking at some of the work they have done with the Trust.

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Last Edited: 7 July 2026

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