droning onDecember 13, 2022by Tony LaceyAmongst the array of cameras we’ve amassed over our time as Narrowboat vloggers, I suppose it’s the drone that provides a completely different perspective of the countryside...
cooking on the cut – winter 22December 10, 2022by Lisa MundayNow though we are thinking towards our Christmas feast and treats. Let’s not wait until the big day for those lovely homemade stuffings, bread sauces and the somewhat underrated red…
boat horsesDecember 7, 2022by Kerry DaintyAs some people know, I am the owner of 2 ponies. One is a micro heavy horse, the other is an animated sock puppet, and they are currently causing me…
the present of timeDecember 3, 2022by Mary HainesThere is a subtle pressure that encourages us to spend money to be happy. I may sound bah humbug, which I don’t really want to do. Rather, I would like…
iwa waterways for today 3December 1, 2022by Jo HendersonThe benefits of inland waterways for the local communities are wide ranging. They create active travel corridors that connect communities and provide free, inclusive and level routes for walking, jogging,…
where have all the birdies gone?December 1, 2022by David RobertsonDavid Robertson returns to writing for CanalsOnline Magazine, commenting particularly on the lack of birds and waterfowl this year on the Staffs and Worcs canal.
snippets from another lifeDecember 1, 2022by Michael NyeI often wonder what Jim and Amanda would be doing at this time of year, but as darkness falls they will probably return to their little boat for a cup…
water water everywhere and not a drop to drinkDecember 1, 2022by Simon WoollenIn 'Water water everywhere', Simon tackles leaking windows by fitting external drip strips, makes a waterproof canopy and then finds a leak in his water tank..
autumnal vibes on the Huddersfield Narrow canalDecember 1, 2022by Dawn SmallwoodAutumn is one of my favourite seasons. I love walking on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and seeing the stunning autumn colours and foliage for which this stretch of the canal…
iwa waterways for today 2November 7, 2022by Jo HendersonIn this second of four articles, the IWA looks at Environmental Benefits of our waterways for both the natural and the built environments, highlighting how waterways reconnect disparate habitats.
iwa waterways for todayOctober 19, 2022by Jo HendersonIWA launches 'Waterways for Today' looking at the 12 Major Benefits of Britain’s Inland Waterways Network. This first article looks at the economic benefits.
rcr and rising callout figuresOctober 19, 2022by River Canal RescueRCR says its rising callout figures for electrical, fuel & engine issues, flat batteries, over-heating and gear box failures, are set to reach an all time high by the end…
death on the waterSeptember 23, 2022by Kerry DaintyDespite its inevitability, the civilised world of today finds death traumatising and disturbing and uses the technology of modern life to keep its mortality out of thought and mind. This…
grief – the price we pay for loveSeptember 21, 2022by Mary HainesDying during the covid pandemic, it was only last month that we said a final farewell to my 96yr old mum, celebrating her life with a service of thanksgiving. Echoes…
the story of pegasusSeptember 12, 2022by Clive EdwardsIn 1953, Maurie Ward and his brother, Terence, bought an Uffa Fox Airborne Lifeboat which they called Pegasus. Here is Maurice's story of this very special craft.
the voyage of friendshipSeptember 12, 2022by Sally KershawThis is a true story. No names have been changed to protect people and the places in the story are completely factual. It was written at the time it happened.…