When an embankment on the Llangollen Canal collapsed late last year it made headlines around the world. But canal breaches
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The Narrowboats that Circled the World
The Whitchurch canal breach in December 2025 became a worldwide social media sensation almost overnight. Why did it go viral,
Canals reopen after Winter rains bring water level recovery
Autumn and winter rainfall brought water level improvements in reservoirs and canals enabling gradual reopenings. However some reservoir levels
Canals and rivers running short of water!
Low water levels in many reservoirs, canals and rivers are now causing major restrictions on Summer cruising routes for boat
