Two girls in life jackets smile as they plant floating reedbeds

Youth opportunities

If you're a young person looking to find out more about relevant activities and opportunities with us, then look no further.

Here at the Trust, we're advocates for the power of youth.

We're committed to working alongside you to co-create clear pathways of opportunities, so you can try different activities, take on various roles and benefit from time spent by water.

Over my time volunteering at Canal & River Trust, I’ve become more confident with everything I do and say.

Hazel, young leader

Activities and opportunities

Whether you're interested in developing your skills and employability, driving social action, or improving your health and wellbeing, we've got something for you.

Young man helping install a bench as part of the Urban Wilderness project at Tinsley Marina, Sheffield

Skills development & employability

Finding employment is a major challenge. We want to play a part in supporting young people from all walks of life to develop the skills needed for life and work

Resources & activities

We’ve created a range of resource and activity packs that will make it easier for you to access and enjoy the benefits of our waterways

Young women laughing during an activity on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Health & wellbeing

Spending just a little time by water can have a positive impact on your physical and mental health. We provide opportunities for you to visit our canals, have fun and meet new people locally

Group of girls on work experience in Leeds, laughing and chatting while collecting litter

Taking social action

Bringing like-minded young people together to help improve life in your local community is the biggest area of our youth work

Be inspired

Youth stories

Hear directly from some of our young volunteers, leaders, apprentices and participants about how they've benefited from being involved with us and our projects