Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Tuesday 9th February 2010

features
& articles

Swan on the frozen canal at Burscough
Winter wildlife

As short life cycles end and hibernation begins, winter can seem a sparse and lifeless season - but there is still so much to see.

read more »

Categories

A snow covered towpath by the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Topical » It's quite literally freezing out there. Stay safe behind the tiller with our top tips for winter boating and warm the cockles by planning your 2010 summer canal holiday. Purse strings a little tight? We've got advice on cost-conscious boating and ideas for free days out!
 
Boating » Read our boating FAQs, advice to first time boaters, guide to cruising rings and boating holidays, plus much more.
 
Couple sitting on lock beam in Victoria Park on the Regent's Canal
Blogs » What's the word on the street in British Waterways? Catch up on what our bloggers from around BW have been up to with the waterscape.com blog.
 
Games
Games » Can you guide Crazy Duck safely along the canal? Play the new game from waterscape.com.
 
History & Heritage » Our guide to the heritage structures you’ll see out and about on the network, as well as an in-depth look at the history of the canals including: the first canals, canals and the industrial revolution, living and working on the canals, and Roses & Castles.
 
Wildlife » What’s hiding in the hedgerows? A species by species guide to the wildlife you’ll find living on our canals and rivers, plus information on the Waterway Wildlife Survey, kids’ wildlife, top places to see wildlife and much more.
 
Fishing » Get to grips with fishing on the inland waterways with our beginners’ tips, species guide and golden rules.
 
Misc » A mixed bag of articles relating to UK canals, rivers and lakes.
 
Archive » Here’s where we keep all our articles relating to past events, seasons or projects.
 
In The Press » See what the press have to say about Britain’s canals and rivers with our selection of waterway related news stories.