RCTA Milton Keynes August BH Floating Market
Winter Floating Fayre
IWA Canalway Cavalcade 2025 - Dates/Times TBC
The Batchworth Rally
2025 Waterways Festival Foxton & Market Harborough
Middlewich Folk & Boat 2025
Linslade Canal Festival 2025
Brownhills Canal Festival 2025
Black Country Boating Festival 2025Autumn 2023 Newsletter.
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- All Things Spanish
Angry PlanetHandmade crafts bookmarks, necklaces,bracelets items
Aquilo Chandlery BoatFloating chandlery supplying ropes, fenders, engine service kits & much more.
Art on a Narrowboat - Paul's ArtCreating art on a Narrowboat. Pet commissions and British Wildlife Drawings.
Artful Crafter AfloatChainsaw Carvings, Oil Paintings, Knitting, Macrame, Needlefelting, Dog Leads- Artful NomadFun, friendly, creative art & craft workshops. Gallery, craft shop, commissions
- Away With The Fairies
BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
Barge-inn boozeNarrow boat off sales for your tow path refreshments promoting real ales.- Bea's Sewing BoatMachine sewn and hand quilted items
BirdboxandjennywrenWe sell fair trade clothing and accessories along with handcrafted gifts
Blackbird Country CraftsHandcrafted gifts made from recycled, reused or repurposed materials
Blue Adeline CraftsBeautiful gifts and cards handmade on board.
Blue Rose Greeting CardsIndependent publisher specialising in unique greeting cards for all occasions.
BoatanicalsHand crafted aromatherapy products. CBD oils and balms all made onboard
Books 'n' StuffSecondhand books and DVDs. Selection of homecrafted gifts- Burnt on BoardWooden gifts from canal souvenirs to chopping boards, coaster to wall art
- Cafe Kirianna
Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
Canal Art By NB SpeedwellTraditional Canal Art. Commissions taken.
Candles on the CutWe make candles, melts and diffusers on board our narrowboat Free Spirit.- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
Celtic Fringe CraftsContinuously cruising & creating a range of unique handcrafted designs
Cheese Aboard- Chilligibbon's Stringed Things
Crafts from MorganaKnitted and crocheted items, jewellery, rag rugs and more. All crafted onboard.
CraftybirdWelcome aboard! Unique floating workshop, shop and creative space.
Crocs The Vinyl CutArtwork cut into vinyl record by hand
Crooked House CraftsHand crafted crooked houses and a variety of clay models
Cruising craftsFloating gift shop specialising in horseshoe art blacksmithing and leather goods- Crystal Cat Gifts
- Cwboatmover
Daisy's Bakin ButtyFloating cafe, selling Homemade cakes, coffee, Bacon rolls and ice cream- Deck O Crafts
Doggie Boat (inc Tim Clarke Photography)Healthy Dog Treats, plus toys & much, much more. Mail order through our website.- Dutiful Duck Crafts
DV Design StudiosAll things laser cut. Bespoke woodworking, Artwork and gifts
Emma Bradley ArtWatercolour art, original, prints and greeting inspired by nature on our canals.- Fine China and Collectables
Flock ComedyDaft bird cartoons as seen in Towpath Talk. Books, postcards, prints.
Frocks and PrintsGood quality Vintage clothing from pretty tea dress to coats and jackets.- Gangplank Spirits & PreservesForaged fruit gin, rum, vodka, jam, chutney, cordial, homemade cakes & crepes
- Glass on the Water
Gordanneus CraftsFree-hand routed wooden signs, wooden gifts, personalised items and much more.- HandBuiltByLaserHandcrafted wood & leather goods from our boat Laser AI & software meet artistry
- Handmade on Narrowboat SunbeamHand carved wooden jewellery, gifts, & Willow flowers made to order
Hil’s Caf and CraftBrew, munch and chat whilst looking at my hand crafted goods or doggy “stuff”!- Hobnail Lace
Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
Janul PublicationsAuthor, singer songwriter and trader. Canal boat steering instructor.
JellygnomesDrawings, Paintings, Illustrations, Illustrated maps & Books.- Jennie Howland
Jubilee FibresSupply natural & dyed fibre & yarn for spinning felting knitting crochet crafts
K8glassdesignsHand crafted Stained Glass, suncatchers & much more. Commissions undertaken.- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
LDK Print & EmbroideryWe print or embroider for companies, clubs, pubs and general public.
Lily Limpet TreasuresStitching, up cycling, repairs, including boat covers and clothes. New from old.
LindylouafloatFenders,Baby Quilts,Knitted/Crochet clothes,Embroidered photos. Dog leads & toys- Little Pen's Trading CompanyMy specialities are children's nightlights & incense burner bottles.
Lj's Cruising crochetHand made cocheted clothing, yarn, fair trade incense, jewellery & eco bags
Lola the cafe boatPizza & Coffee
Lowry LeatherworksHandstitched Leather Products
Magic Hands MassageChinese Tui Na massage, Reflexology, Acupuncture and hand made remedies.
March Hare EmporiumSelling Arts and Crafts made on board, Gifts and More.- Merlin Art
- moonstonecreationsGB
Moving CraftsCrafts handmade onboard
Nancy May CrochetSelling crochet & socks 💕 Find me on Instagram & Facebook nancymaycrochet- Narrow boat LeatherHand stitched leather goods
NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml environmentally friendly cleaning products & handmade crafts
Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.- Olly's Carved Creations
Open HatchMacrame, Bunting, Knot’s and Whatnot's- Out of the Woods Creative Textiles
- Over the Yarnarm
- Painted giftware by Toni
Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
Pendle Witch Sweets
Pottery by Sally VLicenced to trade on the waterways selling handbuilt ceramics
PPR49598 Trading T/A Knitwits and OdditiesStuff you don't need but really want- Raggy Taggy RugsTraditional handmade Rag Rugs.
- Rainbow2Rainbowkingdom
Rambling rose canal artHand painted canal artist based on the staffordshire and worcs canal- Roving RowanFloating café serving coffee, teas, and other refreshments.
- Scottbyjohn
SF MechanicsDiesel engine boat maintenance, breakdowns, boat engine services
Snoot LootNatural dog treats and accessories for your dog- Star Crafts
- Sunrise DawnLavender eye pillows, ‘crafty knit’ yarn & bamboo knitting needles
- Suzie Sue's CreationsGreetings cards with a difference
The Ardea Candle MakersCreating Eco Friendly Candles and Wax Melts using our Nature as the inspiration.
The Art BoatPaintings, Prints and Gifts inspired by the canals
The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream, Hot Dogs & Cheese- The Curry Cruiser
The Holm Oak trading co.Eco friendly gifts, accessories, homeware and clothing. Handmade on board.
The Jam ButtyHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades and Chutneys
THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
The Oatcake BoatServing North Staffordshire Oatcakes on the Cut
The Quirky Cutlery StoreUpcycled jewellery from recycled antique cutlery and pre-decimal coins.- The Spud BoatJacket spuds
The Village ButtyThe Village Butty is a music venue and 'floating community hall'.
The Wool BaaSelling hand-knitting yarns and ready-made hand knitted fashion items- The Wool Boat
Three Sheep Cheese Boat~ Fine Cheeses and Accompaniments ~
Timeless CraftsHand craft trader specialising in Embroidery and gifts including leather goods.- Unicornucopiaincorporating Nanas Attic and Fairynuff. Reiki on the Cut
Viking vapes- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
Wanderlost EngravingPersonalised engraved and laser cut items.
Warwickshire Canal ArtAn artist selling canal art with a slight modern twist- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
Winty CraftsHand crafted jewellery and other goodies. Gem stones and crystals.- Wobbly LtdFloating cheesemonger. Floating Icecream. Floating Cafe. Servicing South
Wolf Moon TradingWe cruise the network selling our hand painted canal ware and signs.- Your Canal Boat CIC
Member List
- All Things Spanish
- Angry PlanetHandmade crafts bookmarks, necklaces,bracelets items
- Aquilo Chandlery BoatFloating chandlery supplying ropes, fenders, engine service kits & much more.
- Art on a Narrowboat - Paul's ArtCreating art on a Narrowboat. Pet commissions and British Wildlife Drawings.
- Artful Crafter AfloatChainsaw Carvings, Oil Paintings, Knitting, Macrame, Needlefelting, Dog Leads
- Artful NomadFun, friendly, creative art & craft workshops. Gallery, craft shop, commissions
- Away With The Fairies
- BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
- Barge-inn boozeNarrow boat off sales for your tow path refreshments promoting real ales.
- Bea's Sewing BoatMachine sewn and hand quilted items
- BirdboxandjennywrenWe sell fair trade clothing and accessories along with handcrafted gifts
- Blackbird Country CraftsHandcrafted gifts made from recycled, reused or repurposed materials
- Blue Adeline CraftsBeautiful gifts and cards handmade on board.
- Blue Rose Greeting CardsIndependent publisher specialising in unique greeting cards for all occasions.
- BoatanicalsHand crafted aromatherapy products. CBD oils and balms all made onboard
- Books 'n' StuffSecondhand books and DVDs. Selection of homecrafted gifts
- Burnt on BoardWooden gifts from canal souvenirs to chopping boards, coaster to wall art
- Cafe Kirianna
- Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
- Canal Art By NB SpeedwellTraditional Canal Art. Commissions taken.
- Candles on the CutWe make candles, melts and diffusers on board our narrowboat Free Spirit.
- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
- Celtic Fringe CraftsContinuously cruising & creating a range of unique handcrafted designs
- Cheese Aboard
- Chilligibbon's Stringed Things
- Crafts from MorganaKnitted and crocheted items, jewellery, rag rugs and more. All crafted onboard.
- CraftybirdWelcome aboard! Unique floating workshop, shop and creative space.
- Crocs The Vinyl CutArtwork cut into vinyl record by hand
- Crooked House CraftsHand crafted crooked houses and a variety of clay models
- Cruising craftsFloating gift shop specialising in horseshoe art blacksmithing and leather goods
- Crystal Cat Gifts
- Cwboatmover
- Daisy's Bakin ButtyFloating cafe, selling Homemade cakes, coffee, Bacon rolls and ice cream
- Deck O Crafts
- Doggie Boat (inc Tim Clarke Photography)Healthy Dog Treats, plus toys & much, much more. Mail order through our website.
- Dutiful Duck Crafts
- DV Design StudiosAll things laser cut. Bespoke woodworking, Artwork and gifts
- Emma Bradley ArtWatercolour art, original, prints and greeting inspired by nature on our canals.
- Fine China and Collectables
- Flock ComedyDaft bird cartoons as seen in Towpath Talk. Books, postcards, prints.
- Frocks and PrintsGood quality Vintage clothing from pretty tea dress to coats and jackets.
- Gangplank Spirits & PreservesForaged fruit gin, rum, vodka, jam, chutney, cordial, homemade cakes & crepes
- Glass on the Water
- Gordanneus CraftsFree-hand routed wooden signs, wooden gifts, personalised items and much more.
- HandBuiltByLaserHandcrafted wood & leather goods from our boat Laser AI & software meet artistry
- Handmade on Narrowboat SunbeamHand carved wooden jewellery, gifts, & Willow flowers made to order
- Hil’s Caf and CraftBrew, munch and chat whilst looking at my hand crafted goods or doggy “stuff”!
- Hobnail Lace
- Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
- Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
- Janul PublicationsAuthor, singer songwriter and trader. Canal boat steering instructor.
- JellygnomesDrawings, Paintings, Illustrations, Illustrated maps & Books.
- Jennie Howland
- Jubilee FibresSupply natural & dyed fibre & yarn for spinning felting knitting crochet crafts
- K8glassdesignsHand crafted Stained Glass, suncatchers & much more. Commissions undertaken.
- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
- LDK Print & EmbroideryWe print or embroider for companies, clubs, pubs and general public.
- Lily Limpet TreasuresStitching, up cycling, repairs, including boat covers and clothes. New from old.
- LindylouafloatFenders,Baby Quilts,Knitted/Crochet clothes,Embroidered photos. Dog leads & toys
- Little Pen's Trading CompanyMy specialities are children's nightlights & incense burner bottles.
- Lj's Cruising crochetHand made cocheted clothing, yarn, fair trade incense, jewellery & eco bags
- Lola the cafe boatPizza & Coffee
- Lowry LeatherworksHandstitched Leather Products
- Magic Hands MassageChinese Tui Na massage, Reflexology, Acupuncture and hand made remedies.
- March Hare EmporiumSelling Arts and Crafts made on board, Gifts and More.
- Merlin Art
- moonstonecreationsGB
- Moving CraftsCrafts handmade onboard
- Nancy May CrochetSelling crochet & socks 💕 Find me on Instagram & Facebook nancymaycrochet
- Narrow boat LeatherHand stitched leather goods
- NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml environmentally friendly cleaning products & handmade crafts
- Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
- Olly's Carved Creations
- Open HatchMacrame, Bunting, Knot’s and Whatnot's
- Out of the Woods Creative Textiles
- Over the Yarnarm
- Painted giftware by Toni
- Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
- Pendle Witch Sweets
- Pottery by Sally VLicenced to trade on the waterways selling handbuilt ceramics
- PPR49598 Trading T/A Knitwits and OdditiesStuff you don't need but really want
- Raggy Taggy RugsTraditional handmade Rag Rugs.
- Rainbow2Rainbowkingdom
- Rambling rose canal artHand painted canal artist based on the staffordshire and worcs canal
- Roving RowanFloating café serving coffee, teas, and other refreshments.
- Scottbyjohn
- SF MechanicsDiesel engine boat maintenance, breakdowns, boat engine services
- Snoot LootNatural dog treats and accessories for your dog
- Star Crafts
- Sunrise DawnLavender eye pillows, ‘crafty knit’ yarn & bamboo knitting needles
- Suzie Sue's CreationsGreetings cards with a difference
- The Ardea Candle MakersCreating Eco Friendly Candles and Wax Melts using our Nature as the inspiration.
- The Art BoatPaintings, Prints and Gifts inspired by the canals
- The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream, Hot Dogs & Cheese
- The Curry Cruiser
- The Holm Oak trading co.Eco friendly gifts, accessories, homeware and clothing. Handmade on board.
- The Jam ButtyHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades and Chutneys
- THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
- The Oatcake BoatServing North Staffordshire Oatcakes on the Cut
- The Quirky Cutlery StoreUpcycled jewellery from recycled antique cutlery and pre-decimal coins.
- The Spud BoatJacket spuds
- The Village ButtyThe Village Butty is a music venue and 'floating community hall'.
- The Wool BaaSelling hand-knitting yarns and ready-made hand knitted fashion items
- The Wool Boat
- Three Sheep Cheese Boat~ Fine Cheeses and Accompaniments ~
- Timeless CraftsHand craft trader specialising in Embroidery and gifts including leather goods.
- Unicornucopiaincorporating Nanas Attic and Fairynuff. Reiki on the Cut
- Viking vapes
- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
- Wanderlost EngravingPersonalised engraved and laser cut items.
- Warwickshire Canal ArtAn artist selling canal art with a slight modern twist
- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
- Winty CraftsHand crafted jewellery and other goodies. Gem stones and crystals.
- Wobbly LtdFloating cheesemonger. Floating Icecream. Floating Cafe. Servicing South
- Wolf Moon TradingWe cruise the network selling our hand painted canal ware and signs.
- Your Canal Boat CIC
Festivals and Floating Markets
RCTA Milton Keynes August BH Floating MarketSat Aug 24 2024, 10:00am GMT - Mon Aug 26 2024, 05:00pm GMTCampbell Wharf Milton Keynes.
Winter Floating FayreSat Nov 30 2024, 11:00am GMT - Sun Dec 1 2024, 04:00pm GMTKennet & Avon Canal
IWA Canalway Cavalcade 2025 - Dates/Times TBCSat May 3 2025 - Mon May 5 2025Grand Union Canal
The Batchworth RallySat May 17 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun May 18 2025, 05:00pm GMTGrand Union Canal
2025 Waterways Festival Foxton & Market HarboroughSat Jun 7 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 8 2025, 05:00pm GMTFoxton/Market Harborough
Middlewich Folk & Boat 2025Fri Jun 13 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 15 2025, 05:00pm GMTTrent & Mersey Canal
Linslade Canal Festival 2025Sat Jul 26 2025, 11:00am GMTTiddenfoot Waterside Park
Brownhills Canal Festival 2025Sat Aug 16 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Aug 17 2025, 05:00pm GMTWyrley & Essington Canal
Black Country Boating Festival 2025Fri Sep 12 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Sep 14 2025, 05:00pm GMTBumble Hole Nature Reserve
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Recent CRT News and RCTA Blog Posts
- Fund Britain’s Waterways Update, October 2024 03 October 2024
- CRT Walsall Chemical Spill Update 03 October 2024
- UNUSUAL ‘THREE-SIDED’ DAM ALLOWS NAVIGATION AT HOLLOWFORTH AQUEDUCT 03 October 2024
- Ranjit Sondhi CBE appointed to Canal & River Trust Board of Trustees 03 October 2024
- CANAL & RIVER TRUST ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS 2023/24 PUBLISHED 03 October 2024
Aylesbury Waterside Festival
Plans have started for this years Aylesbury Waterside Festival. Representatives from all the organisations involved in creating this wonderful event met this morning bright and early. Including our own Karl Wager for RCTA. Lots of ideas are coming out of the woodwork which will help to make this an event to remember.
RCTA Newsletter #3
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