9th February 2017
Basingstoke Canal ‘too costly’ to be transferred to CRT
The waterway’s long-term survival relies on funding as authorities face a £6m backlog
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8th February 2017
Damage to bridges caused by road vehicles cost £1m a year
The CRT is urging drivers to slow down after yet another ‘bridge bash’ in December left a repair bill and “a small bit of history lost”
8th February 2017
Have your say: Chesterfield Canal Trust appeals for HS2 consultation responses
Support the new proposed route, which will result in less damage for the waterway
7th February 2017
Don’t miss the open weekend at Stoke Bruerne
Walk along the bottom of a lock chamber, enjoy a trip or a canoe taster on the water and get up close to a newly restored historic working boat
7th February 2017
CRT boating chief Mike Grimes to step down
The Trust will be beginning the recruitment process for his replacement immediately
7th February 2017
Steep licence fee rises spark anger on the Avon
A flat rate for all craft over 50ft has been replaced with a sliding scale, with the longest boats seeing the greatest rise
6th February 2017
Edgbaston Tunnel improvement plans met with opposition
Boats will not be able to pass each other inside the tunnel if the proposed improvements are carried out
6th February 2017
Acton Swing Bridge receives £1.5m repairs
There is a height restriction of 2.5m for boats travelling udnerneath the bridge
6th February 2017
March issue of Canal Boat on sale now!
Nick Wall considers the future of the Basingstoke
1st February 2017
What’s happening on the UK’s canals this February?
A busy month lies ahead - plan from this range of activities and events taking place on the waterways
30th January 2017
Book now for London moorings in 2017!
Just weeks after the Canal & River Trust’s first trial of pre-pay bookable visitor moorings in London began, slots for late spring and summer are already being rapidly booked up
