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Clive Henderson elected as chairman of the British Waterways Advisory Forum

27 May 2010
The British Waterways Advisory Forum (BWAF) has elected Clive Henderson as its new chairman from 3 November 2010.

Water way to live a healthier life - for everyone in Wales

26 May 2010
A major summer conference is set to confirm what everyone suspects – that life in Wales is better when you’re by the water.

British Waterways and the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust pilot the third sector

25 May 2010
As part of its plans to establish a 'national trust' for the nation’s canals and rivers, British Waterways (BW) together with the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust (KACT) are piloting an innovative approach to managing the 200-year old Kennet & Avon Canal. The launch of the initiative will give the people that use the waterway and the communities that live alongside it a much greater say in how the canal is managed.

Free for all!

25 May 2010
Turn to the water for quality family fun without the price tag.

Leeds Waterfront Festival welcomes Granary Wharf

25 May 2010
The third annual Leeds Waterfront Festival has secured a new venue - Granary Wharf.

Step into the story of Stoke with canal walk

25 May 2010
Stoke residents will have the chance to step into the past over the Bank Holiday weekend as they are given a rare opportunity to learn about some of Stoke’s most historic buildings.

Bat chat

25 May 2010
It sounds like something out of an action film but residents of Stoke are to be given special ultra sonic hearing powers as they hunt for Stoke’s bats.

Wake up to wild watery walks

19 May 2010
Midlands' residents are being encouraged to forget their lie-in this Saturday and join ecologists to learn more about the fascinating early morning activity of the bugs and beasts at Earlswood Lakes.

Fish refuges installed on River Lee

19 May 2010
British Waterways is installing four specially designed fish refuges on the River Lee Navigation as part of a drive to improve water quality and wildlife habitats along the river ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games.

Lock gates get new lease of life

19 May 2010
Sets of old lock gates, including several from the famous Caen Hill Flight of Locks, on the Kennet & Avon Canal, will be given a new lease of life at Glastonbury this year.