UK canals2 hrs agoWork begins to restore canal filled in for M5The canal cannot go along its old route, so volunteers are digging a new channel.2 hrs ago6 days agoHow are canal festivals affected by the drought?Organisers of two canal festivals are revealing how drought may be affecting their events.6 days ago10 Aug 2026Bridge closures to affect road and waterway usersInvestigation works mean road closures for two nights and a closed waterway for a week.10 Aug 20269 Aug 2026Paddleboarding gave me my mobility back after rare spinal conditionAmy Cipriano, 44, is clearing waterways of an invasive weed after she started the new hobby.9 Aug 20267 Aug 2026Canal breach blocks boats as engineers assess leakA section of the Llangollen Canal is shut in Swanley, Cheshire after a breach.7 Aug 20266 Aug 2026Canal locks close as water levels keep droppingThe closure is temporary, to be reviewed on Saturday, the Canal and River Trust says.6 Aug 20266 Aug 2026Lancaster Canal boaters frustrated by water shortageBoat owner Mark Sadler says sections of Lancaster Canal cannot be used "because it's just too shallow".6 Aug 20265 Aug 2026Boaters on 'high alert' to canal restrictionsWater conservation measures mean locks are being closed and boaters have to plan ahead.5 Aug 20261 Aug 2026Boaters race against clock as drained canals closeBoaters are trying to beat lock closures as low water levels grip the canal network.1 Aug 2026...
