11th January 2017
Dredging work begins on the Kennet & Avon
As well as clearing silt and debris, it is hoped the work will help boost the population of endangered water voles
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4th January 2017
February issue on sale now!
Our esteemed editor thinks we’re too easily hung up on the waterways in London - he’d much rather a peaceful walk along the Lancaster
4th January 2017
Historic liftbridges on the Oxford Canal to be repaired
The work on the bridges, built by renowned engineer James Brindley, will last three years
3rd January 2017
Steve Haywood: the dirty truth about sea toilets and rivers
“Journalists are often accused of putting a spin on stories, so I thought I’d give this one to you as it came to me so you could make up your own minds”
27th December 2016
Boat Test: Wey Away
If 70 is the new 60, it’s just the right age to retire and live aboard – but this boat has wisely been built with ease of use in mind
20th December 2016
Boaters can pay to pre-book selected moorings in London
If the trial is successful, the Canal & River Trust will consider expanding to other places across London’s waterways
19th December 2016
How to make sure your narrowboat is heating up properly
Heating a boat can be notoriously tricky, but get the plumbing right and it’s a lot simpler
19th December 2016
Me & My Boats: Deborah Mendel-Lion
They’d spent years saving up for a boat but it was still a long way off... until an alternative idea came to mind
15th December 2016
‘Santa Splash’ canoeists enjoy a festive paddle on the Leeds & Liverpool
Red suits, white beards, tinsel- and reindeer-decorated canoes – a splash of Santas isn’t the usual wildlife you’d expect to see on the canal network
13th December 2016
Why winter may be the perfect time to go cruising
Are you put off boating by the cold weather? Don’t be – you can bag a bargain and have a special trip at a much quieter time. Rosie Ellis enjoys a winter’s tale
13th December 2016
Steve Haywood: boating in autumn and winter
CB columnist Steve Haywood has a confession to make about boating in the autumn and winter months – all he asks is that you keep it quiet
