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Going horseboating
For hundreds of years, horses were the backbone of British industry.
They pulled carts and charabancs, ploughed fields and transported everything from coal to soap flakes over the length and breadth of the country.
read more »Go canoeing on a canal or river
For hundreds of years, explorers have travelled the waterways of Britain in canoes and rowing boats.
read more »Anderton Boat Lift
Take a trip to the magnificent Anderton Boat Lift in Cheshire and find out exactly what it is that is attracting thousands and thousands of visitors every year.
read more »Record-breaking rivers and canals
Britain’s waterways are full of superlatives - ranging from canals just a few yards long, to tunnels over three miles in length. But which really are the record breakers?
read more »Waterside theatre
Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of culture at one of these premier waterside theatres.
read more »Volunteer along our rivers and canals
Are you a boater, an angler or a nature-lover? Do you enjoy scenic strolls along well-kept pathways? And do you believe in the preservation of British heritage?
read more »Punting along the river
Peaceful surroundings, stunning architecture, wildlife all around and your own personal chauffeur – a trip in a flat-bottomed boat at its best.
read more »Loch Ness Monster
Set in stunning surroundings in the heart of the Scotland’s Great Glen, Loch Ness is one of the country’s biggest lakes, ‘or lochs'. At 24 miles long and one mile wide, there is plenty of space for any strange creatures to hide.
read more »It's cooler by the water
It’s official: the temperature by rivers and canals located close to city centres is up to five degrees cooler than the temperature in town and city centres*.
read more »The history of Hatton Locks
Hatton’s flight of 21 locks provides an excellent example of how our canal heritage has been adapted to meet the needs of a changing society.
read more »Fascinating facts about canals and rivers
Discover fascinating facts about the UK canal and river network, from the longest canal tunnel to the shortest lock.
read more »Free days out by canals and rivers
Everyone’s purse strings get a little tight from time to time – but it’s still possible to get out and enjoy the spring sunshine without spending a small fortune. Simply head for the canals and take to the towpaths for a family outing that’s free, fun and quite possibly educational as well.
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