Events
Our canals play host to all sorts of events and activities, from bat walks, guided tours and festivals to boat trips, open days and floating markets. See what's happening near you.
Discover exciting events on your local canal
Heritage Open Days
From pop up museums to blacksmith's forge demonstration, our Heritage Open Days give you the opportunity to explore the fascinating history of our 250-year-old canals and rivers
Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month this October
Join our Plastics Challenge
Don't let plastic become part of our nature. Take on a Plastics Challenge litter pick
LGBTQ+ and Pride at the Canal & River Trust
June is Pride Month, and we are recognising the enormous contribution that Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Queer/Questioning + (LGBTQ+) colleagues, volunteers and supporters make to the Trust
Find a fishing event
Find your nearest venue and follow the link to book a slot. Sessions are aimed at anyone over the age of six
Events application form
Let us know about your event and fill out our application form.
If you're planning an event on our waterways take a look at our event planning page
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