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As a magazine we've been championing our wonderful waterways and boating for well over a decade, providing news, views, boat tests, practical advice, cruising ideas, updates on canal restorations and keeping everyone in touch with everything that's happening on the UK's canals and rivers.

Our new website is full of new features and expands on our magazine coverage as well as giving you the opportunity to interact with others and keep up to date with the latest news and developments. We hope you enjoy exploring it – you'll find out more about what's on offer and where to find things here.

 

September issue - on sale now

 

Canal Boat August

Braunston Historic Narrowboat Rally; Gas Street Basin then and now - take a look at how Birmingham city centre's Gas Street Basin has changed; cruise the K&A with our terrific 8-page pull-out guide; Crofton Pumping Station  plus news, views,  and much more - don't miss it!


Ask the experts

We're here to help, so if you have any questions about boats, boating, technical glitches, hitches or the waterways, our experts are just a click away... more »

Photo action

Have a look at what other boaters have been up to and the sights they've been seeing – you can post your own pictures, too... more »

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New to boating

Take a look at our new to boating section with information on boating skills, using locks, and tips on buying a boat... more »

Boating holidays

Tips and information on how to pick your holiday, the types of boat, route and the planning... more »

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Latest Boat Test

GSA Atlanta 24 narrowbeam cruiser... more »

Latest issue

Cruise Guide part 2 - the western end of the K&A... more »

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Canal restorations

Want to find out the latest on restoration projects? Then click here... more »

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Boats for sale

Looking to buy a canal boat? We've got hundreds for sale – click here to view... more »

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