19th June 2018
Octogenarians afloat: retired couple loving life on the canals
John and Judie Surridge are redefining ‘Senior Service’ and while eyesight and hearing may not be perfect, nb Halcyon shows no sign of stopping
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25th May 2018
Boat Test: Taking a bow
Seasoned boaters Audrey and Mick Rogers know what they like so the only destination to head for was one of the country’s top builders
25th May 2018
Steve Haywood: Barriers are not the answer to canalside perils
‘Lads are always going to do things they shouldn’t do, but you’ve got to try and help them protect themselves’
25th April 2018
Boat Test: bespoke boat from JD Narrowboats
A bespoke boat means you can really tailor your design to fit your dreams. And if that means an extended cabin and a gigantic bed, JD Narrowboats are happy to oblige
24th April 2018
20 questions with New Canal Laureate Nancy Campbell
‘I enjoy meeting people who live on waterways and hearing their stories’
24th April 2018
The Boat Test: Specs appeal
Why wait years for a bespoke build? Adam braves the last blast of winter to test a top notch spec boat that is ready to go
4th April 2018
Liveaboard: Why I am trying to stay single
Intrepid liveaboarder David Johns has come clean... he’ll cruise anywhere, anytime but those double locks are downright daunting for a solo crewer
28th March 2018
Boat safety: basic tips for being safe when in a marina
In response to the rising number of boaters buying moorings, British Waterways Marinas Ltd has issued some simple but important safety tips
8th March 2018
Cruising America’s Great Loop: from Canada to Illinois
Jane Ainsworth continues her 6000 mile Great Loop. This year she travels from Canada through the Great Lakes to Illinois
8th March 2018
Boat test: work, rest and play with this 60ft Elgin
Relocating to the other end of the country and becoming a liveaboard is a big change – but this bespoke 60ft semi-trad is designed to ease the transition
7th February 2018
Boat Test: the 200 club (Fantasia II)
This boat marks a milestone for Aintree boats. Not only that, the 52ft semi-trad showcases all their craft at a remarkable price
