Canals are vital waterways that serve numerous purposes, from irrigation and transportation to recreation and habitat preservation. Maintaining these canals is crucial to ensure their proper functioning and longevity. Regular maintenance not only prevents deterioration but also addresses potential environmental impacts. This article outlines key strategies and practices for effective canal maintenance. Understanding the Importance […]
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This weekend’s celebration in Banbury honors its historic canal. Castle Quay, Lock29, Tooley’s Boatyard and Mill Arts Centre will all host events along with a covered market under Lidl as well as charity stalls. Narrow boats will be on display, with trips available from Tooley’s and the Museum. There will also be a festival theatre
There are many types of canal boats, all with different uses. The most common canal boat, a narrowboat, was designed to navigate very narrow man-made canals in Britain. Narrowboats are still the most popular type of canal boat, although they can also be found in Europe and North America. Narrowboats are usually around 50 to
The first-ever Banbury Canal Festival took place 29 years ago over a weekend. It was a fabulous event celebrating all things canal in our town, with plenty of activities, music, food and drink. The successful inaugural event saw 5,000 people flock to the city centre to soak up the atmosphere of this unique canal party.
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The term houseboat is used very loosely to describe a small structure designed to be used as a primary home or as a secondary home to be used for living and travelling on waterways. Different versions of houseboats include such things as ones with just one cabin that is used as a bedroom and living
Houseboats are a great way to change up your lifestyle and live in a way that is simpler and closer to nature. It is true that this way of living is not for everyone, however if you know that this lifestyle is for you then it can be all-consuming. We have people reaching out to
Every year we celebrate canal day here in Banbury in England, and it is our love of the English waterways that always creates a buzz around this time of year. The birds are chirping, the flowers are in full bloom, and the temperatures are perfect for a nice day out on the canal. Every year,
If you want to sell your house fast and live on a houseboat, then this is the article for you. We recently had a number of people that came to us looking for advice on this very subject, which has prompted this response from us. Especially during the current financial climate, more and more people
Many people are taking the plunge (pun fully intended) and leaving dry land behind to live on a canal boat. The very idea conjures up ideas of an idyllic lifestyle, cruising along canalways alongside sunny country fields, before tying up your home in a picturesque location. Having the freedom to move and live anywhere may
Every year Banbury canal day is a major event in the heart of Oxford-shire that has a big overall impact on the local population and the local economy. In this article we will evaluate the overall impact of Banbury canal day on the local economy and population. As well as being an important cultural and
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