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Managing the water in a 200-year-old canal system throws up lots of challenges, particularly in a dry year. British Waterways’ water management team are often asked questions about their work by boaters or members of the public. Here, they’ve collected some of the most common questions and explained the answers. If you have any further questions on water management or drought mitigation, please feel free to post them in the comments. The water management team will either respond to them directly, or include them in future FAQs.
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Topical
The canals and rivers have a special beauty in crisp winter weather. Plus, it's a great time of year to escape the crowds and enjoy nature in peace and quiet.
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Boating
Read our boating FAQs, advice to first time boaters, guide to cruising rings and boating holidays, plus much more.
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Blogs
What's the word on the street in British Waterways? Catch up on what our bloggers from around BW have been up to with the waterscape.com blog.
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Wildlife
What’s hiding in the hedgerows? A species by species guide to the wildlife you’ll find living on our canals and rivers, plus information on the Waterway Wildlife Survey, kids’ wildlife, top places to see wildlife and much more.
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History & Heritage
Our guide to the heritage structures you’ll see out and about on the network, as well as an in-depth look at the history of the canals including: the first canals, canals and the industrial revolution, living and working on the canals, and Roses & Castles.
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Fishing
Get to grips with fishing on the inland waterways with our beginners’ tips, species guide and golden rules.
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Archive
Here’s where we keep all our articles relating to past events, seasons or projects.
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Games
Can you guide Crazy Duck safely along the canal? Play the new game from waterscape.com.
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Picture Gallery
This is where we're keeping all of your pictures and photos from the canals and rivers.
