Thames sailing barge is first since 1970 to carry commercially
A Thames sailing barge has become the first sailing ship since the 1970s to be authorised as a commercial cargo carrier, and the owners are…
17 February 2023
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Latest Jericho Wharf development gets go-ahead
Developer Cornerstone Land has won a planning appeal to develop the old Jericho Wharf boatyard in Oxford with 18 new houses. The site will also…
15 February 2023
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Top of the Locks 2022
There were no surprises when the Canal & River Trust announced its annual lockage reports for 2022.
A total of 158 CRT locks are fitted…
14 February 2023
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Still no announcement on fuel payments for liveaboards
Conventional households in the UK should now be familiar with the government's Energy Bills Support Scheme, which for the last few months has been delivering…
14 February 2023
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Falkirk canals to see £131m investment zone
The Forth & Clyde canal around Falkirk is expected to turn into a centre of green technology, after the UK and Scottish governments said it…
10 February 2023
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Braunston ladder bridge controversy
A bequest to build a wheel-accessible bridge over an entrance to Braunston Marina has proved insufficient. Now discussions are centred around how else the money…
10 February 2023
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CRT predicts stormy waters for the canals
The Canal & River Trust has issued a stark warning that its financial situation is stretched beyond measure, and it could result in a lack…
03 February 2023
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Better weather in 2022 meant fewer disasters, says RCR
River Canal Rescue said the number of major incidents it had to respond to were down significantly in 2022, thanks to improving weather and fewer…
01 February 2023
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Familiar Braunston boat café reopens after pandemic
Braunston’s café-boat Gongoozler’s Rest reopens fully in March on the towpath just outside the entrance to Braunston Marina. Passers-by will be pleased to hear that the…
31 January 2023
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Trent & Mersey tunnel rescue drama
A lady who bought a widebeam boat on the Bridgewater Canal had more of an experience than she bargained for, after the boat became stuck…
27 January 2023
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Viva Magenta is colour of the year
If you're considering having your boat repainted or signwritten, and feel indecisive and adventurous, printing industry colour specialist Pantone has just decreed 2023 as the…
27 January 2023
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