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Monday 7th July 2008

Top Easter events by the canals and rivers

Walking the dog by Ripon Canal

The flowers are blooming and the wildlife is waking up from its wintry slumber - spring is truly in the air. Take advantage of your beautiful surroundings and head to your local waterways this Easter for fun, outdoor activities the whole family will enjoy.

Glasson maritime weekend, Lancaster Canal
Enjoy a weekend of festivities by the canal in the scenic 18th century working port of Glasson.

Easter river trips, Norfolk Broads
Experience the beauty of the scenic Norfolk broads this Easter, with a ride on a luxury double-decker trip boat.

Canal art exhibition at Audlem Mill, Shropshire Union Canal
Visit Audlem Mill, one of the oldest and best known canal shops in Britain, for a waterways-themed art exhibition.

Devizes to Westminster canoe race, Kennet & Avon Canal
The exhilirating Devizes to Westminster canoe race is back for another year.

Egg hunt on Carlton Marshes, Suffolk Broads
Get into the Easter spirit with a fantastic egg hunt on Carlton Marshes.

Cruise to Gloucester Docks, Gloucester & Sharpness Canal
Join the Portishead Cruising Club on their annual cruise to Gloucester Docks.

Wild explorer days, Norfolk Broads
Bring the children along to a fun and wild explorer day at the RSPB Strumpshaw Fen nature reserve.

Easter gnome hunt, Leeds & Liverpool Canal
Hunt for gnomes amongst the beautiful heritage of Rufford Old Hall, and win some Easter eggs.

Designer Divas exhibition at the Falkirk Wheel, Forth & Clyde, Union Canal
This new exhibition is set to bring glitz and glamour to one of Scotland’s best attractions.

Easter activities at the Black Country Living Museum, Dudley No1 Canal
Let the kids experience all the fun of the Easter holidays at the Black Country Living Musuem.

Easter at Standedge Tunnel, Huddersfield Narrow Canal
Find out how chocolates are made and then celebrate with some mouth-watering chocolate treats this Easter at Standedge Tunnel.

Easter eggstravaganza at Foxton Canal Museum, Grand Union Canal
It’s all fun and games at Foxton Canal Museum’s Easter festival.

Easter trail at Fulham Palace, River Thames
Hunt for eggs in the historical gardens of Fulham Palace.

Easter at Lee Valley Park Farm, River Lee
Spring is here and the farm is bursting with new-born baby animals - bring the kids along to meet them this Easter.

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