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There’s always something exciting happening on our canals across Wales, we’ll keep you up to date with it all here.

We welcome Huw Irranca-Davies' commitment to finding Mon & Brec solution
We have welcomed the 17 July statement by the Deputy First Minister of Wales, Huw Irranca-Davies, concerning the serious issues that face the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal and its future.
22 July 2025
We welcome Senedd debate on the future of the Mon & Brec
Glandŵr Cymru has welcomed a debate in the Welsh Parliament on protecting the future of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, describing it as a crucial step in efforts to save the historic waterway.
14 July 2025
Work underway to build new Carreghofa Lane Bridge over Montgomery Canal
Work to construct a new road bridge over the Montgomery Canal is underway as part of the UK government-funded restoration of the canal.
30 June 2025
Rare plants on the Montgomery Canal to receive a boost as work starts on new wetland habitat
Work has started on the creation of a wetland habitat at Wern Pond in Powys that will extend the habitat for protected species of aquatic plants and other wildlife.
6 June 2025
We've upgraded a picnic area at Gilwern to make it more accessible on the Mon & Brec
Local people will have better access to the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal at Gilwern this summer thanks to pathway improvements and an upgraded wheelchair-friendly picnic area.
12 May 2025
Emergency measures to prevent the Mon & Brec running dry this week
Glandŵr Cymru, the Canal & River Trust in Wales, have secured an emergency short-term supply of water from Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW) for the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal.
4 April 2025
We're calling on support to secure the future of the Mon & Brec
We are calling for support to secure the future of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal after legislation was enacted that severely restricts the supply of water that feeds the canal.
21 March 2025
Campaign launched for LEGO Pontcysyllte Aqueduct model
A six-foot LEGO model of the iconic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct has been created at the start of a campaign for the design to be incorporated into LEGO’s global collection.
13 November 2024
Funding boost for Montgomery Canal in Welshpool
We have received a grant from the Nature Networks Fund to maintain a restored stretch of the Montgomery Canal near Welshpool.
5 November 2024
Divers carry out inspections on Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Divers have taken to the water of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal as we carry out inspections of safety gates at Llanfoist Embankment.
4 July 2024

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