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Increase in boat licence fees

We hear that 'During 2026, the Trust will increase the scope of the Better Boating Plan to tackle more of the tasks that matter most to boaters', writes Bill Ridgeway.

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Published: 15 November 2025

Shropshire Union 'leak' repaired by end of November

THE 'LEAK' ON THE Shropshire Union Canal between Knolles Bridge 131 and Backford Bridge 133 will be repaired by the end of November.

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Published: 15 November 2025

Leeds & Liverpool Canal works postponed

THE WORKS ON LOCK 88 on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal were scheduled to take place on the 17th November.

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Published: 14 November 2025

Ashton Canal to reopen

THE CLOSED ASHTON CANAL is to reopen as the repair is completed.

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Published: 14 November 2025

New bridge over the Trent at Nottingham

A NEW BRIDGE has been lifted and placed to span the Trent in Nottingham.

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Published: 14 November 2025

That did not last long

IT WAS ON WEDNESDAY when the Keadby Rail Bridge was repaired, allowing navigation.

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Published: 14 November 2025

Increase in boat licence fees announced today

THE CANAL & RIVER TRUST is today, Thursday, announcing an increase in boat licence fees for both private boat owners and boating businesses.

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Published: 13 November 2025

30th anniversary of boating charity

THE SAFE ANCHOR TRUST that organises boat trips for disabled and vulnerable passengers has been celebrating the 30th anniversary of the volunteers charity.

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Published: 13 November 2025

Braunston Tunnel closed

THE BRAUNSTON TUNNEL was closed today, Friday.

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Published: 13 November 2025

Draw-Off period lowers Thames water

IN ORDER TO to carry out essential maintenance works on Richmond lock, weirs and sluices, it is necessary to hold up the weirs across the low tide period, at Richmond Lock and Weir on the Thames.

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Published: 13 November 2025

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