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Going down...Northgate Locks

WHEN British Waterways had its Open Day at Northgate Locks on the Shropshire Union Canal, it was quite an adventure for some as they climbed further and further down the ladder, some were becoming distinctly nervous as to what lay ahead in the dripping abyss below.

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Published: 05 February 2011

Narrowboatworld knocked out

WHEN we warned boaters of the coming high force winds, little did we realise we would be a early casualty.

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Published: 05 February 2011

Canal traders get organised

WITH many changes to the rules and regulations concerning trading on the waterways, traders have come together and launched their Roving Canal Trader website.

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Published: 03 February 2011

Gale warning

MANY narrowboats in addition to cruisers have canopies, and with gale force winds and gusts approaching 100mph forecast in parts of the UK this weekend, boaters are being warned.
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Published: 03 February 2011

Union Canal to be illuminated

THERE are plans to install solar lighting, at an undisclosed cost, on almost 10 miles of Edinburgh's Union Canal.

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Published: 03 February 2011

Shropshire Union Canal Society gets its award

THE recognition of the importance of volunteers to the waterways  by British Waterways is by awards to partner groups.

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Published: 03 February 2011

Drifters canal boat for free

NO, NOT a free narrowboat, but the chance for newcomers to try one for a day at bases throughout the country.

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Published: 03 February 2011

Chesterfield Canal featured

THE Chesterfield Canal is being featured in a celebration of local history, and community event in North Nottinghamshire, at Thoresby Gallery.

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Published: 02 February 2011

Llanthony Lift Bridge man fined

A MAN has been been fined £60 for pushing his motorbike across Llanthony Lift Bridge over the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal.

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Published: 02 February 2011

Derby Canal decision soon

THERE is to be a decision soon as to whether the restoration of the Derby Canal can go ahead—funds providing.

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Published: 02 February 2011

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