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Three Anglian businesses for sale
Three riverside businesses came up for sale on the Anglian Waterways at the same time this summer, all on freehold and all due to retirement. …
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Wolverton stages first Canal & Rail Festival
The relatively new MK Canals charity staged the first Canal & Rail Festival on the Grand Union Canal at Wolverton over the weekend of 12th-13th…
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Further leaks delay Llangollen breach repair
After several months of optimism about the Llangollen Canal breach repair, Canal & River Trust contractors have discovered further leaks on the site of the…
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New Erewash Canal bridge laced with history
A spectacular new curved footbridge with a soaring arch over the Erewash Canal in Long Eaton will be formally opened on 19th September.
Called West…
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Advice
Dealing with drought
Paul Knox-Johnston, Sales & Marketing Manager (Marine), Haven Knox-Johnston
We certainly can’t complain that summer 2026 has been damp and miserable! At the time of writing, temperatures are expected to peak at 38ºC and according to the National Drought Group, 71.3% of England is now in drought. As we know, the weather plays a huge role in the ups and downs of the marine industry with good weather encouraging boaters out on to the water to enjoy life afloat. However, as the climate changes, it is more and more apparent that it is possible to have too much of a good thing!…
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Product News
Travel angling rods
The range of equipment from Rigged & Ready Travel Fishing looks to be ideal for anglers on narrowboats.
The UK-based…
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Eco-friendly diesel additive
Fuel additives remain a contentious point, with as many people loving them as ignoring them. A new one to us…
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Transparent buckets
Sooner or later every boater needs a bucket. Most people tend to buy small builder-style ones – often for just…
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Mobile boat cleaning service
A couple on the south Oxford Canal have launched a new service: narrowboat cleaning.
Lock & Gleam is a mobile…
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