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Restoring the Anderton Boat Lift

10 June 2025 - Waterways World

Canal enthusiasts are dismayed that the Anderton Boat Lift seems to need another multi-million pound restoration, barely two decades after the last one.  The pioneering hydraulic device opened …

New slipway for Louth Navigation

10 June 2025 - Waterways World

The Louth Navigation has at last become a practical destination for paddling sports after a new slipway was opened at Austen Fen on 25th May. Kayaks, paddleboards and dinghies can …

Revitalised Manchester park sets example for Preston

10 June 2025 - Waterways World

A recently restored park close to the Rochdale Canal in Manchester could set a fine example for the current campaign to restore the Lancaster Canal's Preston Basin, says the …

New member for Drifters consortium

10 June 2025 - Waterways World

Grand Union Narrowboats has joined the Drifters boating holiday consortium, now making ten operators in total. This latest Drifters member, based on the Grand Union Canal at Weedon Bec, is …

Lock & narrowboat in garden run foul of planning laws

10 June 2025 - Waterways World

A hotelier who created a bizarre mini-canal in his garden has been told by the local authority that it has broken planning laws and may have to be demolished.&…

GUIDED WALKS unveil hidden treasures

10 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

THE Friends of Bradford’s Becks group has launched a collection of 22 guided walks between now and September. Lucy Wood ...

Electrika 2025

9 June 2025 - Canal Boat UK

Anderton Boat Lift celebrates 150th anniversary with a fabulous Victorian Fair

9 June 2025 - Canal Boat UK

SCIENCE SURVEY reveals state of rivers

9 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

Lucy Wood reports… The results of this spring’s week-long Big River Watch will create the current picture of river health. ...

£3 million of investment into West Yorkshire’s canals

7 June 2025 - Canal Boat UK

SUPERMARKET supports canal efforts

7 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

SUPERMARKET giant Tesco has donated £1500 to the Shropshire Union Canal Society for its work on the Ellesmere Canal. The ...

£382K LOCKS BOOST for Canal

6 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

WINTER repairs to the Kennet & Avon Canal have been completed with £382,000 being spent on locks at Caen Hill ...

Volunteer Lock Keepers Help Save Life of Canal Cyclist in Cardiac Emergency

5 June 2025 - Canal Boat UK

CROMFORD CANAL PATH: Completed

5 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

NEW steps along the Cromford Canal have completed a circular route at the Forge site. A mixed group from the ...

New issue of Canal Boat!

5 June 2025 - Canal Boat UK

25th Crick retains its magic

3 June 2025 - Waterways World

New awards ceremony honours exhibitors, visitors, volunteers and contractors in history of the show  Norton Canes wins Favourite Boat with 'goth-inspired' Vampirate Nearly 25,000 people visited the …

Macclesfield breach to be repaired by end-June

3 June 2025 - Waterways World

Navigation should resume on two long-awaited in-season canal stoppages by the end of June, the Canal & River Trust has announced. The Macclesfield Canal is expected to reopen …

RIVER RODING REVIVED: Woody Deflectors Clear the Way for Wildlife

3 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

Lucy Wood reports… WOODY flow deflectors have been installed in the River Roding, Essex, to add habitat diversity and direct ...

Breach repair underway

2 June 2025 - Waterways World

Work has finally begun on repairing the breach of the Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal at Prestolee. Watson Homes is fixing it as part of the planning permission for its …

IMPROVING ACCESS for disabled canal users

2 June 2025 - Towpath Talk

THE Accessible Waterways Association is working closely with the Canal & River Trust to expand the scope of disabled boaters’ ...

WIN A BILGEAWAY FILTER KIT

2 June 2025 - Canal Boat UK

did she jump?

1 June 2025 - CanalsOnline Magazine

Did she jump? Or was she pushed? That, dear reader, is the question. There is a reason for this story which is just over a year old, I’ll let you know what that is after I’ve recounted this rather soggy tale (or should that be tail? - sorry, I digress already). It begins on a rather overcast and distinctly chilly February morning. Not the sort of day that you’d want to fall into the canal.

BRIDGE REPAIRS: Complete

31 May 2025 - Towpath Talk

THE CANAL & River Trust has completed a five-month programme of works to refurbish Royal Oak Swing Bridge, which carries ...

25th Crick Boat Show a huge success

30 May 2025 - Canal Boat UK

SEDIMENT REMOVED by floating digger

30 May 2025 - Towpath Talk

WATERWAYS charity Canal & River Trust is carrying out dredging on the Ashby Canal in Leicestershire as part of vital ...

New Inland Water and Marina Safety management Courses

29 May 2025 - Canal Junction

Until recently, there has been a considerable lack of occupational water safety training for individuals working in, on, or near inland, non-tidal waters, including those involved with small vessels under 24 meters long. Additionally, the marina and yacht harbour sector, which is influenced by tidal conditions, lacks specialised training programs tailored to meet its distinct needs. Despite the inherent dangers associated with these environments, there are no standardised or readily available vocational courses designed to equip operators with the requisite safety skills approved or accredited by recognised professional or trade organisations. In response to this identified need, , in collaboration with Atlantic Crest, has developed two courses specifically for individuals operating in proximity to water margins: ‘Inland Water Safety Management’ and ‘Marina Water Safety Management (Coastal/Tidal)’ on behalf of the British Marine Federation. These courses are accredited by the Institute of Search and Technical Rescue and provide participants with essential knowledge and practical skills necessary for making informed safety decisions and effectively responding to emergencies, including life-saving rescue techniques. Birmingham & Midland Marine Services Ltd These courses address a significant deficiency in current training offerings and present a comprehensive solution for organisations seeking to protect their personnel in aquatic environments. Additionally, they assist employers in fulfilling their statutory obligations by ensuring that staff members are adequately trained and prepared for the risks associated with working near or in water. The Inland Water Safety Management course is tailored for those operating in non-tidal environments, focusing on rivers, canals, lakes, reservoirs, boatyards, and marinas. It emphasises risk identification, site-specific safety planning, and practical emergency response techniques suited to inland, non-tidal conditions. Participants will gain the competence to assess dynamic water conditions and implement effective safety measures in both routine and high-risk scenarios. The Marina Water Safety Management (Coastal/Tidal) course is designed for individuals working in and around coastal or tidally affected marinas, harbours, and waterfront infrastructure. It addresses the unique risks related to tidal influences, vessel movements, confined walkways, and public access. Participants will acquire the skills to manage safety in bustling marine environments, respond to water entry incidents, and apply rescue techniques specific to marina and harbour contexts.

WIN chandlery vouchers worth £250

29 May 2025 - Towpath Talk

To celebrate River Canal Rescue’s 25th anniversary, managing director, Stephanie Horton, is giving away prizes every month, throughout the year. ...

ARMADA invades Government by river

28 May 2025 - Towpath Talk

AN ARMADA of boats took part in a friendly invasion of London but carried a serious message to the Government: ...

FOXTON hosts 75th anniversay celebration

27 May 2025 - Towpath Talk

FOXTON Locks is set to host a weekend-long canal festival celebrating the pivotal role that Leicestershire’s waterways played in the ...

VOLUNTEERS compile huge canal survey

26 May 2025 - Towpath Talk

A VOLUNTEER-LED heritage survey of 2000 miles of canal network in England and Wales has started this year – the ...