Middleport Pottery Canal Festival
RCTA Coventry Floating Market
RCTA Cowley Park Floating Market
Middlewich Folk & Boat Festival 2026
Brentford Canal Festival-All Trade boats booked through R.C.T.A.
RCTA Floating Market along side Armitage Crown Pub
RCTA Denham Deep Lock Floating Market
RCTA Cassiobury Park Floating Market
RCTA Market Drayton Summer Floating Market
Linslade Canal Festival 2026RCTA Newsletter #6
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A Play on BirdsDaft Bird Cartoons Books, prints and cards- All Things Spanish
Angry PlanetHandmade,bookmarks,engraving,dog tags, necklaces,
Aquilo Chandlery BoatFloating chandlery supplying ropes, fenders, engine service kits & much more.
Artful Crafter AfloatChainsaw Carvings, Oil Paintings, Knitting, Macrame, Needlefelting, Dog Leads- Away With The FairiesCrystals, green men, fairies & unusual gifts
BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
Bakewell Tart CoPorthole bungs, Cabin laces, patchwork & crochet. Personalised gifts
Baldrick's Towpath TippleAle and lager from independent Breweries, wines from around the globe and more
Barge-inn boozeNarrow boat off sales for your tow path refreshments promoting real ales.
BirdboxandjennywrenWe sell fair trade clothing and accessories along with handcrafted gifts
Blackbird Country CraftsHandcrafted gifts made from recycled, reused or repurposed materials
Blue Adeline CraftsBeautiful gifts and cards handmade on board.- Buddha BargePlant Based Cafe, Great Honest Delicious Food made with Love and Kindness
Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
Candles on the Cut.We lovingly craft our signature eco-friendly candles, diffusers and room sprays- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
- Candy by Mandy
Crafted AfloatWoven, macrame and crocheted items as well as paracord and rope items
Crafted Words CICHandmade items & pop-up writing, art & craft sessions for wellbeing & connection- crafty waters
CraftybirdWelcome aboard! Unique floating workshop, shop and creative space.- Crepe CraftServing freshly made galettes and crepes on the southern grand union
Crocs The Vinyl CutArtwork cut into vinyl record by hand
Crooked Mouth CreativesCustom Laser Creations
Daisy's Bakin Butty The Floating Cafeselling Homemade cakes, coffee, Bacon rolls, Burgers and much more!!- Deck O Crafts
Doggie Boat (inc Tim Clarke Photography)Healthy Dog Treats, plus toys & much, much more. Mail order through our website.
Dreads 'n' ThreadsDreadlocks, Reiki and Indian Head Massage.- Dutiful Duck Crafts
Emma Bradley ArtWatercolour art, original, prints and greeting inspired by nature on our canals.- Fine China and Collectables
Frocks and PrintsGood quality Vintage clothing from pretty tea dress to coats and jackets.- Glass on the Water
Handmade by NikiHandmade goods , bags and cute things .
Happy Days Crafty CreationsHand sewn bags, purses, quilted and patchwork items.- Haywire Crafts
Holly's Floating KitchenCakes baked on board and home roasted freshly ground barista coffees
Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
HorseboxCamper CreationsJewellery created from recycled materials on our narrowboat & horsebox home
Hyggekrog CreationsHand painted cards. gifts, home. Designs inspired by Canal and Folk Art.- Ian Freemantle Wood SculptorExtraordinary garden furniture of a mythical dimension.
Ice and SliceSicilian style pan pizza & artisan gelato.
Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
JANUL Crystals and other CraftsCanal trader, selling crystal jewellery and other crafts. Author and songwriter.- Jubilee Fibres
- Jutta M Stiller
K8glassdesignsHand crafted Stained Glass, suncatchers & much more. Commissions undertaken.- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
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
Lola the cafe boatPizza & Coffee- Maggie Squires photographyCards etc from my own Photographs and hand Engraved Glasses
Magic Hands MassageChinese Tui Na massage, Reflexology, Acupuncture and hand made remedies.
Malone Electrical Solar ServicesSupply & install of solar packages, lithium batteries & off grid electronics
March Hare EmporiumSelling Arts and Crafts made on board, Gifts and More.- Merlin Art
- mojo-woodworks
Mole In A HoleUnusual Gifts For Interesting People.- moonstonecreationsGB
NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml canal/eco friendly cleaning products, canal art, macrame
Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
Over the YarnarmYarncraft, crochet and knitted items, Gonks, and craft supplies.- Painted giftware by Toni
Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
PawteasersHomemade natural Dog treats that are laboratory tested for analytical compositio
Pirate Pen's Treasure TroveCrafts, Jewellery and many other treasures.
Pottery by Sally VSelling handbuilt, functional mugs/bowls & ceramic garden art, made onboard.
PPR49598 Trading T/A Knitwits and OdditiesStuff you don't need but really want
Rambling rose canal artHand painted canal artist based on the staffordshire and worcs canal
SIRI BARGE BOOTYVintage Collectables & Household goods
Star CraftsEmbroidery, Sewing, crafts, Pick N Mix Sweets, Ice Lollies & Cans. BSS Examiner- Sunrise DawnLavender eye pillows, ‘crafty knit’ yarn & bamboo knitting needles
- Suzie Sue's CreationsGreetings cards with a difference
The Ardea Candle MakersCreating Eco Friendly Candles and Wax Melts using our Nature as the inspiration.
The Art BoatPaintings, Prints and Gifts inspired by the canals
The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream, Hot Dogs, Milkshakes- The Curry Cruiser
The Holm Oak trading co.Eco friendly gifts, accessories, homeware and clothing. Handmade on board.
THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
The Mad OtterHand thrown ceramic ware inspired by our coasts and countryside and- The Nancy May Café
The Oatcake BoatServing North Staffordshire Oatcakes on the Cut
The Quirky Cutlery StoreUpcycled jewellery from recycled antique cutlery and pre-decimal coins.
The Record DeckFloating Record Shop. We buy and sell vinyl records. Follow @therecorddeckuk
The World Famous Waffle BoatMaking wonderful sweet and savoury Waffles to bring smiles to faces.
Three Sheep Cheese Boat~ Fine Cheeses and Accompaniments ~
Tikova CraftsSign written wall plaques, watercolour fine art, micro crochet jewellery
Tiny gardensSelling tiny evergreen succulent gardens re using up cycled household items- Towpath TimberAwesome merchandise crafted from reclaimed timber. Bespoke work undertaken
- Towpath Treasures
- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
Watery Art and CraftsWatercolour art and quirky unique little houses and a variety of clay models- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
WildSide PreservesHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades and Chutneys
Winty CraftsHand crafted crystal jewellery and other goodies. Gem stones and crystals.
Wobbly LtdSoft serve ice cream and pizzas
Wolf Moon TradingHand painted signs, canal ware and some Lego too.
Member List
- A Play on BirdsDaft Bird Cartoons Books, prints and cards
- All Things Spanish
- Angry PlanetHandmade,bookmarks,engraving,dog tags, necklaces,
- Aquilo Chandlery BoatFloating chandlery supplying ropes, fenders, engine service kits & much more.
- Artful Crafter AfloatChainsaw Carvings, Oil Paintings, Knitting, Macrame, Needlefelting, Dog Leads
- Away With The FairiesCrystals, green men, fairies & unusual gifts
- BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
- Bakewell Tart CoPorthole bungs, Cabin laces, patchwork & crochet. Personalised gifts
- Baldrick's Towpath TippleAle and lager from independent Breweries, wines from around the globe and more
- Barge-inn boozeNarrow boat off sales for your tow path refreshments promoting real ales.
- BirdboxandjennywrenWe sell fair trade clothing and accessories along with handcrafted gifts
- Blackbird Country CraftsHandcrafted gifts made from recycled, reused or repurposed materials
- Blue Adeline CraftsBeautiful gifts and cards handmade on board.
- Buddha BargePlant Based Cafe, Great Honest Delicious Food made with Love and Kindness
- Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
- Candles on the Cut.We lovingly craft our signature eco-friendly candles, diffusers and room sprays
- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
- Candy by Mandy
- Crafted AfloatWoven, macrame and crocheted items as well as paracord and rope items
- Crafted Words CICHandmade items & pop-up writing, art & craft sessions for wellbeing & connection
- crafty waters
- CraftybirdWelcome aboard! Unique floating workshop, shop and creative space.
- Crepe CraftServing freshly made galettes and crepes on the southern grand union
- Crocs The Vinyl CutArtwork cut into vinyl record by hand
- Crooked Mouth CreativesCustom Laser Creations
- Daisy's Bakin Butty The Floating Cafeselling Homemade cakes, coffee, Bacon rolls, Burgers and much more!!
- Deck O Crafts
- Doggie Boat (inc Tim Clarke Photography)Healthy Dog Treats, plus toys & much, much more. Mail order through our website.
- Dreads 'n' ThreadsDreadlocks, Reiki and Indian Head Massage.
- Dutiful Duck Crafts
- Emma Bradley ArtWatercolour art, original, prints and greeting inspired by nature on our canals.
- Fine China and Collectables
- Frocks and PrintsGood quality Vintage clothing from pretty tea dress to coats and jackets.
- Glass on the Water
- Handmade by NikiHandmade goods , bags and cute things .
- Happy Days Crafty CreationsHand sewn bags, purses, quilted and patchwork items.
- Haywire Crafts
- Holly's Floating KitchenCakes baked on board and home roasted freshly ground barista coffees
- Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
- HorseboxCamper CreationsJewellery created from recycled materials on our narrowboat & horsebox home
- Hyggekrog CreationsHand painted cards. gifts, home. Designs inspired by Canal and Folk Art.
- Ian Freemantle Wood SculptorExtraordinary garden furniture of a mythical dimension.
- Ice and SliceSicilian style pan pizza & artisan gelato.
- Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
- JANUL Crystals and other CraftsCanal trader, selling crystal jewellery and other crafts. Author and songwriter.
- Jubilee Fibres
- Jutta M Stiller
- K8glassdesignsHand crafted Stained Glass, suncatchers & much more. Commissions undertaken.
- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
- 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
- Lola the cafe boatPizza & Coffee
- Maggie Squires photographyCards etc from my own Photographs and hand Engraved Glasses
- Magic Hands MassageChinese Tui Na massage, Reflexology, Acupuncture and hand made remedies.
- Malone Electrical Solar ServicesSupply & install of solar packages, lithium batteries & off grid electronics
- March Hare EmporiumSelling Arts and Crafts made on board, Gifts and More.
- Merlin Art
- mojo-woodworks
- Mole In A HoleUnusual Gifts For Interesting People.
- moonstonecreationsGB
- NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml canal/eco friendly cleaning products, canal art, macrame
- Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
- Over the YarnarmYarncraft, crochet and knitted items, Gonks, and craft supplies.
- Painted giftware by Toni
- Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
- PawteasersHomemade natural Dog treats that are laboratory tested for analytical compositio
- Pirate Pen's Treasure TroveCrafts, Jewellery and many other treasures.
- Pottery by Sally VSelling handbuilt, functional mugs/bowls & ceramic garden art, made onboard.
- PPR49598 Trading T/A Knitwits and OdditiesStuff you don't need but really want
- Rambling rose canal artHand painted canal artist based on the staffordshire and worcs canal
- SIRI BARGE BOOTYVintage Collectables & Household goods
- Star CraftsEmbroidery, Sewing, crafts, Pick N Mix Sweets, Ice Lollies & Cans. BSS Examiner
- Sunrise DawnLavender eye pillows, ‘crafty knit’ yarn & bamboo knitting needles
- Suzie Sue's CreationsGreetings cards with a difference
- The Ardea Candle MakersCreating Eco Friendly Candles and Wax Melts using our Nature as the inspiration.
- The Art BoatPaintings, Prints and Gifts inspired by the canals
- The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream, Hot Dogs, Milkshakes
- The Curry Cruiser
- The Holm Oak trading co.Eco friendly gifts, accessories, homeware and clothing. Handmade on board.
- THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
- The Mad OtterHand thrown ceramic ware inspired by our coasts and countryside and
- The Nancy May Café
- The Oatcake BoatServing North Staffordshire Oatcakes on the Cut
- The Quirky Cutlery StoreUpcycled jewellery from recycled antique cutlery and pre-decimal coins.
- The Record DeckFloating Record Shop. We buy and sell vinyl records. Follow @therecorddeckuk
- The World Famous Waffle BoatMaking wonderful sweet and savoury Waffles to bring smiles to faces.
- Three Sheep Cheese Boat~ Fine Cheeses and Accompaniments ~
- Tikova CraftsSign written wall plaques, watercolour fine art, micro crochet jewellery
- Tiny gardensSelling tiny evergreen succulent gardens re using up cycled household items
- Towpath TimberAwesome merchandise crafted from reclaimed timber. Bespoke work undertaken
- Towpath Treasures
- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Watery Art and CraftsWatercolour art and quirky unique little houses and a variety of clay models
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
- WildSide PreservesHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades and Chutneys
- Winty CraftsHand crafted crystal jewellery and other goodies. Gem stones and crystals.
- Wobbly LtdSoft serve ice cream and pizzas
- Wolf Moon TradingHand painted signs, canal ware and some Lego too.
Festivals and Floating Markets
Middleport Pottery Canal FestivalSat Jun 13 2026 - Sun Jun 14 2026
RCTA Coventry Floating MarketSat Jun 13 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 14 2026, 5:00pm GMTCoventry Canal Basin
RCTA Cowley Park Floating MarketSat Jun 13 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 14 2026, 5:00pm GMT
Middlewich Folk & Boat Festival 2026Fri Jun 19 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 21 2026, 5:00pm GMTTrent & Mersey Canal
Brentford Canal Festival-All Trade boats booked through R.C.T.A.Sat Jun 20 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 21 2026, 5:00pm GMTGrand Union Canal
RCTA Floating Market along side Armitage Crown Pub
In conjunction with Armitage Village daySat Jun 20 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 21 2026, 5:00pm GMTBridge 58 on Trent & Mersey Canal alongside The Crown Inn towards Handsacre Winding Hole
RCTA Denham Deep Lock Floating MarketSat Jul 4 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 5 2026, 5:00pm GMT
RCTA Cassiobury Park Floating MarketSat Jul 18 2026 - Sun Jul 19 2026Grand Union Canal towpath
RCTA Market Drayton Summer Floating MarketSat Jul 25 2026, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 26 2026, 5:00pm GMTShropshire Union Canal
Linslade Canal Festival 2026Sat Jul 25 2026, 11:00am GMTTiddenfoot Waterside Park
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