St Richard’s Canal Festival
Norbury Canal Festival TBC
Rickmansworth Festival
Moira Canal Festival
Newbury Waterways Festival
Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair
Shardlow Inland Port Festival
Black Country Boating Festival (TBC)
Tipton Canal & Community FestivalRCTA working with CRT
- All Things Spanish
Angry PlanetHandmade crafts bookmarks, necklaces,bracelets,knitted and carved items
Antares GiftsFair Trade, Eco-friendly, Ethical & Recycled gifts.
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
BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
Barge FiodraFloating venue: cinema, exhibitions, well-being, arts and entertainment.
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 gifts along with hand crafted items
Blue Adeline CraftsBeautiful gifts and cards handmade on board.
Blue Rose Greeting CardsAn independent publisher & retailer specialising in photographic greeting cards.
BoatanicalsHand crafted aromatherapy products. CBD oils and balms all made onboard
Books 'n' StuffSecondhand books and DVDs. Selection of homecrafted gifts
Brian GreavesBlacksmiths boat making a wide range of beautiful iron forged products.
BRIGHTSTARHolistic Therapist Aromatherapy Massage, Reflexology, Reiki & Other Treatments.- Burnt on BoardWooden gifts from canal souvenirs to chopping boards, coaster to wall art
Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
Canal Art By NB SpeedwellTraditional Canal Art. Commissions taken.
Canal Art by SaraHand painted canalware and other canal gifts- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
Celtic Fringe CraftsContinuously cruising & creating a range of unique handcrafted designs
Cheese Aboardhttps://www.facebook.com/cheeseaboard1- Coffee On t'cut and Vintage China
Cosmic EsotericCanal - River - Water - Nature - Psychedelia - Magic - Aliens *Art and Clothes*- Crafts from Morgana - HonoraryKnitted 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
CurtainsForwww.CurtainsFor.com -- 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.
DV Design StudiosAll things laser cut. Bespoke woodworking, Artwork and gifts
Fi's Fabulous EmporiumVarious hand made unique crafts, hats, dog bandannas, leg warmers, garlands etc
Floating dolly Lady & Laundry Boatrussian dolls and recycled metal animal tea holders on the cut
Frocks and PrintsGood quality Vintage clothing from pretty tea dress to coats and jackets.
Frogbit's Fine GoodsLovingly made with natural, high quality fibre leaving a frog-sized footprint.- 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.- Handmade on Narrowboat SunbeamHand carved wooden jewellery, gifts, & Willow flowers made to order
Happy Days Crafty CreationsHand made bags, purse’s etc
Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions- Hook and Turner crafts
Hooked AfloatBespoke hand crocheted cabin lace, port hole covers, novelty hats and garments- Ian Freemantle Wood Sculptor ( Grand Folly )
- Idle Tug Co
Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
Janul PublicationsAuthor, singer songwriter and trader. Canal boat steering instructor.
Jellygnomes HonoraryDrawings, Paintings, Illustrations, Illustrated maps & Books.- Jennie Howland
Jubilee FibresSupply natural & dyed fibre & yarn for spinning felting knitting crochet crafts- Julies JugsHand Painted Canalware
Julissimo JewelleryJulissimo Jewellery Up-cycled solid silver cutlery, giving new life to old
Just the sameGeneral trader- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
- L’eau Life incense
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
Lot's of Knot'sMacrame dreamcatchers.....wall hanging's.....plant holders all homemade onboard.
Lowry LeatherworksHandstitched Leather Products
Magic Hands MassageOn board Chinese Tui Na massage, Reflexology, herbals and balms all hand made.
March Hare EmporiumSelling Arts and Crafts made on board, Gifts and More.- moonstonecreationsGB
Mrs D's BookboxSelling Usborne books for children - new titles, special offers and more!
Nannaknits AfloatHand knitted baby wear, novelty tea cosies, adult socks, hats and wrist warmers.- Narrow boat LeatherHand stitched leather goods
Narrowboat CoffeeWe sell coffee that celebrates England’s canals at www.narrowboatcoffee.co.uk
NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml environmentally friendly cleaning products & handmade crafts
Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
Oblivious Gnome CreationsWas founded in 1996 and moved to the canals in 2015 on board N.B. Asrai- Olly's Carved Creations
Open HatchMacrame, Bunting, Knot’s and Whatnot's- Over the Yarnarm
Paw Print Brand Wood Crafts
Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
Pendle Witch Sweets
PPR49598 Trading T/A Knitwits and OdditiesStuff you don't need but really want- Purple Moments CraftOriginal artwork and soft furnishings
- SarumanArt, Crafts , Photography - Legal Advice
- Scottbyjohn
SF MechanicsDiesel engine boat maintenance, breakdowns, boat engine services
Shop on the WaterStockists of Welsh Raw Honey, and Natural Beeswax Products.
Snoot LootNatural dog treats and accessories for your dog- Sparkles For You
Splice and Fid
Story Teller Fine ArtCreative Fine Art images and commissions, print and card sales and merchandise.- Sunrise DawnLavender eye pillows, ‘crafty knit’ yarn & bamboo knitting needles
The Art BoatPaintings, Prints and Gifts inspired by the canals
The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream and Soup (seasonal)
The Glass BargeFused Glass Jewellery made and sold from our on board gallery. Usually on the GU
The Hippie BoatFair Trade Festival Style Clothing Hats, Bags & Hand Rolled Incense
The Holm Oak trading co.Zero waste and eco shop. Handmade Gifts, Homewares and Clothing. Bespoke Joinery- The Illustrated BoatWe are a floating apothecary selling eco products and magical gifts
The Jam ButtyHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades, Chutneys and Vinegars
THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
The Peg LoomerHandwoven and felted creations using locally sourced wool.
The Quirky Cutlery StoreUpcycled jewellery from recycled antique cutlery and pre-decimal coins.- The Wishing Tree
The Wool BaaSelling hand-knitting yarns and ready-made hand knitted fashion items- The Wool Boat
thesoapboatHandmade natural soaps made aboard thesoapboat.co.uk. vegan. No palm oil.
TILDENNatural Hand Carved Walking Sticks / Staffs
Towpath TipplesCraft Cider Fruit Wines Championing all thats Wonderfull from natures Flavours..- Unicornucopiaincorporating Nanas Attic and Fairynuff. Reiki on the Cut
- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
Warwickshire Canal ArtAn artist selling canal art with a slight modern twist- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
WitchCrafter HippieShedOnline Hippie Clothes Shop witchcrafter.co.uk- Wobbly LtdSoft Serve Icecreams,Milkshakes, Teas and Coffees, Fudge
Zep Tepi Trading/Knitwits and OdditeasHand felted bags, pre loved vintage enamel and ceramics, fairtrade textiles.We
Member List
- All Things Spanish
- Angry PlanetHandmade crafts bookmarks, necklaces,bracelets,knitted and carved items
- Antares GiftsFair Trade, Eco-friendly, Ethical & Recycled gifts.
- 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
- BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
- Barge FiodraFloating venue: cinema, exhibitions, well-being, arts and entertainment.
- 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 gifts along with hand crafted items
- Blue Adeline CraftsBeautiful gifts and cards handmade on board.
- Blue Rose Greeting CardsAn independent publisher & retailer specialising in photographic greeting cards.
- BoatanicalsHand crafted aromatherapy products. CBD oils and balms all made onboard
- Books 'n' StuffSecondhand books and DVDs. Selection of homecrafted gifts
- Brian GreavesBlacksmiths boat making a wide range of beautiful iron forged products.
- BRIGHTSTARHolistic Therapist Aromatherapy Massage, Reflexology, Reiki & Other Treatments.
- Burnt on BoardWooden gifts from canal souvenirs to chopping boards, coaster to wall art
- Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
- Canal Art By NB SpeedwellTraditional Canal Art. Commissions taken.
- Canal Art by SaraHand painted canalware and other canal gifts
- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
- Celtic Fringe CraftsContinuously cruising & creating a range of unique handcrafted designs
- Cheese Aboardhttps://www.facebook.com/cheeseaboard1
- Coffee On t'cut and Vintage China
- Cosmic EsotericCanal - River - Water - Nature - Psychedelia - Magic - Aliens *Art and Clothes*
- Crafts from Morgana - HonoraryKnitted 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
- CurtainsForwww.CurtainsFor.com -
- 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.
- DV Design StudiosAll things laser cut. Bespoke woodworking, Artwork and gifts
- Fi's Fabulous EmporiumVarious hand made unique crafts, hats, dog bandannas, leg warmers, garlands etc
- Floating dolly Lady & Laundry Boatrussian dolls and recycled metal animal tea holders on the cut
- Frocks and PrintsGood quality Vintage clothing from pretty tea dress to coats and jackets.
- Frogbit's Fine GoodsLovingly made with natural, high quality fibre leaving a frog-sized footprint.
- 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.
- Handmade on Narrowboat SunbeamHand carved wooden jewellery, gifts, & Willow flowers made to order
- Happy Days Crafty CreationsHand made bags, purse’s etc
- Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
- Hook and Turner crafts
- Hooked AfloatBespoke hand crocheted cabin lace, port hole covers, novelty hats and garments
- Ian Freemantle Wood Sculptor ( Grand Folly )
- Idle Tug Co
- Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
- Janul PublicationsAuthor, singer songwriter and trader. Canal boat steering instructor.
- Jellygnomes HonoraryDrawings, Paintings, Illustrations, Illustrated maps & Books.
- Jennie Howland
- Jubilee FibresSupply natural & dyed fibre & yarn for spinning felting knitting crochet crafts
- Julies JugsHand Painted Canalware
- Julissimo JewelleryJulissimo Jewellery Up-cycled solid silver cutlery, giving new life to old
- Just the sameGeneral trader
- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
- L’eau Life incense
- 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
- Lot's of Knot'sMacrame dreamcatchers.....wall hanging's.....plant holders all homemade onboard.
- Lowry LeatherworksHandstitched Leather Products
- Magic Hands MassageOn board Chinese Tui Na massage, Reflexology, herbals and balms all hand made.
- March Hare EmporiumSelling Arts and Crafts made on board, Gifts and More.
- moonstonecreationsGB
- Mrs D's BookboxSelling Usborne books for children - new titles, special offers and more!
- Nannaknits AfloatHand knitted baby wear, novelty tea cosies, adult socks, hats and wrist warmers.
- Narrow boat LeatherHand stitched leather goods
- Narrowboat CoffeeWe sell coffee that celebrates England’s canals at www.narrowboatcoffee.co.uk
- NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml environmentally friendly cleaning products & handmade crafts
- Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
- Oblivious Gnome CreationsWas founded in 1996 and moved to the canals in 2015 on board N.B. Asrai
- Olly's Carved Creations
- Open HatchMacrame, Bunting, Knot’s and Whatnot's
- Over the Yarnarm
- Paw Print Brand Wood Crafts
- Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
- Pendle Witch Sweets
- PPR49598 Trading T/A Knitwits and OdditiesStuff you don't need but really want
- Purple Moments CraftOriginal artwork and soft furnishings
- SarumanArt, Crafts , Photography - Legal Advice
- Scottbyjohn
- SF MechanicsDiesel engine boat maintenance, breakdowns, boat engine services
- Shop on the WaterStockists of Welsh Raw Honey, and Natural Beeswax Products.
- Snoot LootNatural dog treats and accessories for your dog
- Sparkles For You
- Splice and Fid
- Story Teller Fine ArtCreative Fine Art images and commissions, print and card sales and merchandise.
- Sunrise DawnLavender eye pillows, ‘crafty knit’ yarn & bamboo knitting needles
- The Art BoatPaintings, Prints and Gifts inspired by the canals
- The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream and Soup (seasonal)
- The Glass BargeFused Glass Jewellery made and sold from our on board gallery. Usually on the GU
- The Hippie BoatFair Trade Festival Style Clothing Hats, Bags & Hand Rolled Incense
- The Holm Oak trading co.Zero waste and eco shop. Handmade Gifts, Homewares and Clothing. Bespoke Joinery
- The Illustrated BoatWe are a floating apothecary selling eco products and magical gifts
- The Jam ButtyHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades, Chutneys and Vinegars
- THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
- The Peg LoomerHandwoven and felted creations using locally sourced wool.
- The Quirky Cutlery StoreUpcycled jewellery from recycled antique cutlery and pre-decimal coins.
- The Wishing Tree
- The Wool BaaSelling hand-knitting yarns and ready-made hand knitted fashion items
- The Wool Boat
- thesoapboatHandmade natural soaps made aboard thesoapboat.co.uk. vegan. No palm oil.
- TILDENNatural Hand Carved Walking Sticks / Staffs
- Towpath TipplesCraft Cider Fruit Wines Championing all thats Wonderfull from natures Flavours..
- Unicornucopiaincorporating Nanas Attic and Fairynuff. Reiki on the Cut
- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
- Warwickshire Canal ArtAn artist selling canal art with a slight modern twist
- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
- WitchCrafter HippieShedOnline Hippie Clothes Shop witchcrafter.co.uk
- Wobbly LtdSoft Serve Icecreams,Milkshakes, Teas and Coffees, Fudge
- Zep Tepi Trading/Knitwits and OdditeasHand felted bags, pre loved vintage enamel and ceramics, fairtrade textiles.We
Festivals and Floating Markets
St Richard’s Canal FestivalFri May 3 2024, 10:00 GMT - Mon May 6 2024, 17:00 GMTDroitwich. Barge Canal
Norbury Canal Festival TBCSat May 4 2024, 10:00am GMT - Mon May 6 2024, 05:00pm GMTNorbury Wharf
Rickmansworth FestivalSat May 18 2024, 10:00am GMT - Sun May 19 2024, 05:00pm GMTAlongside Rickmansworth Aquadrome
Moira Canal FestivalSat May 18 2024, 10:00am GMT - Sun May 19 2024, 05:00am GMTMoira Furnace
Newbury Waterways FestivalSat Jul 6 2024, 11:00am GMT - Sun Jul 7 2024, 05:00am GMTVictoria Park
Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft FairSat Jul 20 2024, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 21 2024, 05:00pm GMTThe Grand Union Canal
Shardlow Inland Port FestivalSat Sep 7 2024, 10:00am GMT - Sun Sep 8 2024, 05:00pm GMTShardlow Inland Port
Black Country Boating Festival (TBC)Fri Sep 13 2024, 06:00pm GMT - Sun Sep 15 2024, 05:00pm GMTBumble Hole Nature Reserve
Tipton Canal & Community FestivalSat Sep 21 2024, 10:00am GMT - Sun Sep 22 2024, 05:00pm GMTTipton Green
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Recent CRT News and RCTA Blog Posts
- Autumn 2023 Newsletter. 15 November 2023
- KEEP ANDERTON BOAT LIFT ALIVE’ – canal charity launches winter fundraising appeal 09 November 2023
- Gather off the Palace of Westminster to show their concerns. 09 November 2023
- INVITATION TO ATTEND ‘TOWARDS ACCESSIBLE WATERWAYS’ EVENT 09 November 2023
- CANAL & RIVER TRUST PUBLISHES BOATER REPORT 2023 09 November 2023
