Smooth & stress-free summer sailing: Tips for a memorable family boating break

1 August 2026 - Canal Boat UK

Boaters race against clock as drained canals close

1 August 2026 - BBC News

Boaters are trying to beat lock closures as low water levels grip the canal network.

Waterway heroes make waves on West Midlands canals

1 August 2026 - Towpath Talk

Celebrating the dedication and passion of those who give their time freely to protect and enhance the region’s waterways, the ...

£60,000 boost for fish passage in River Teign catchment

31 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

The Westcountry Rivers Trust is to receive £60,000 to fund river barrier removal in the Teign catchment. Through Environment Agency ...

New barge and narrowboat moorings for Thames marina

31 July 2026 - Waterways World Paid

One of the largest moorings on the River Thames, Penton Hook Marina near Staines-on-Thames, has become more welcoming to barges and narrowboats, with 18 new full-length berths.&…

Another consultation on boat licensing

31 July 2026 - Waterways World Paid

The Canal & River Trust is promising a final public consultation on boat licensing, from December 2026 through to February 2027. This follows a report published earlier this year from …

Dogs allowed to starve on narrowboat

30 July 2026 - Waterways World Paid

A canal boater has been banned from keeping pets for ten years, after two dogs were found neglected on her narrowboat. One, a labrador cross, had starved to death on …

Council and canal trust unite to restore historic waterway

30 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

The Wilts & Berks Canal Trust (WBCT) and Swindon Borough Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) confirming their ...

Canal closed to 'conserve water' during dry spell

30 July 2026 - BBC News

The Canal and River Trust says reservoirs and water sources are "simply not being replenished".

to the port

29 July 2026 - CanalsOnline Magazine

No longer needing to be near the college I moved my two little boats to join Lilith on the farm moorings. The fees were 50p per boat per week. Even at £1.50 for the 3 boats it wasn’t too bad but, when he realised that I was living on them the farmer demanded £3 a week for the 3 craft. Extortion!

Montgomery Canal restoration can drive visitor spending

29 July 2026 - The Montgomery Canal

Montgomery Canal restoration driving growth in visitor numbers and local spend, new research shows Waterways charity, Canal & River Trust, together with Shropshire Council and the Montgomery Canal Partnership, has welcomed new research showing that investment in restoring the Montgomery Canal in Shropshire is delivering additional economic benefits. Visitor numbers are rising, more people are …

£5.2m revamp for safer summer on eastern waterways

29 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

Boaters are set to benefit from a £5.2 million programme of improvements across Anglian Waterways – but campaigners say the ...

Canal & River Trust launches new Restoration Delivery Plan and appoints engineer to support restoration projects

28 July 2026 - Canal Boat UK

Beware lock cills

28 July 2026 - Canal Boat UK

Fears for canals amid drought threat

28 July 2026 - BBC News

The Canal & River Trust says it is targeting water-saving repairs and maintenance this summer.

'It's only going to get worse': Fears for canals amid drought threat

28 July 2026 - BBC News

Canals across the region have seen closures and falling water levels because of the hot weather.

Canals champion takes the helm as High Sheriff

28 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

From Cheshire’s historic waterways to one of the county’s most ancient civic roles, Lynn Pegler’s journey has come full circle. ...

Divers complete repairs on 183-year-old lock

27 July 2026 - BBC News

Repairs on Bevere Lock were "particularly challenging" because some work was carried out underwater.

New accessible canal bollard could transform mooring for disabled boaters

27 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

An innovative canal mooring bollard which makes tying up easier for boaters, especially those with disabilities, has been installed at ...

IWA marks 80th anniversary with river cruise and call for waterways investment

25 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

The Inland Waterways Association marked its 80th anniversary with a special cruise aboard the historic SS Daniel Adamson. THE event celebrated ...

Marina plans move forward after grant approval

24 July 2026 - BBC News

The money will go towards a study into the restoration of the Chesterfield Canal through Kiveton.

Canal & River Trust launches engagement programme with boaters ahead of major consultation

24 July 2026 - Canal Boat UK

August 2026

24 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

Towpath Talk features everything you need to know about boats, marinas, wildlife, conservation, heritage and superb days out.

Canal & River Trust launches engagement programme with boaters ahead of major consultation

24 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

Canal & River Trust is inviting boaters to help shape the future of boating on the waterways ahead of a ...

Steady as she goes for the twenty-second 2026 Braunston Historic Narrowboat Rally

23 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

Tim Coghlan reports… Despite the weather warnings for extreme heat, this year’s Braunston Historic Narrowboat Rally  – held in its ...

MDL expands Penton Hook Marina with 18 new barge and narrowboat berths

23 July 2026 - Canal Boat UK

Steamship Shieldhall to lead Clipper Race fleet home and offer SailGP views

22 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

Steamship Shieldhall will take part in the official Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Parade of Sail on Saturday, July ...

Invitation to the Ashby Canal Diamond Gathering 5th, 6th September

21 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

The Ashby Canal Association is celebrating its first 60 years by holding its Diamond Gathering over the weekend of 5th, ...

future of waterway living

20 July 2026 - CanalsOnline Magazine

Our network of canals now represent everything, from house boating and alternative transport to the cruising holidays and ecotourism that attract so many visitors. As people turn to an altogether simpler lifestyle, the eco credentials that alternative transport offers will only continue to enhance the role our waterway vessels play.

River Canal Rescue: Membership misconceptions

20 July 2026 - Towpath Talk

Last year, River Canal Rescue responded to 123 major incidents – emergency situations involving mainly grounded boats – and 2057 ...