Brentford Canal Festival-All Trade boats booked through R.C.T.A.
RCTA Floating Market along side Armitage Crown Pub
RCTA Rickmansworth Floating Market
RCTA Apsley Floating Market
Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair
Linslade Canal Festival 2025
RCTA Market Drayton Summer Floating Market
IWA Milton Keynes branch Fenny Stratford Canal Festival 2025
RCTA Nantwich Floating Market 
Brownhills Canal Festival 2025The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.
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- All Things Spanish
Angry PlanetHandmade,bookmarks,engraving,dog tags, necklaces,
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
- Away With The FairiesCrystals, green men, fairies & unusual gifts
BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.- Bakewell Tart Co
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.- Bea's Sewing BoatMachine sewn and hand quilted items
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.
Blue Rose Greeting CardsIndependent publisher specialising in unique greeting cards for all occasions.- Buddha Barge
Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
Candles on the CutWe make candles, melts and diffusers on board our narrowboat Free Spirit.- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
Captain cheddar and ice creamcheese truckles and pickle onions also serving Soft serve ice creams
Crafted AfloatWoven, macrame and crocheted items as well as paracord and rope items
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 Also watercolour artist
Crooked Mouth CreativesCustom Laser Creations
Cruising craftsFloating gift shop specialising in horseshoe art blacksmithing and leather goods- Crystal Cat Gifts
- Cwboatmover
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
Flock ComedyDaft bird cartoons as seen in Towpath Talk. Books, postcards, prints.- Glass on the Water
- HandBuiltByLaser (inc Little Dog Shop)Handcrafted wood & leather goods Plus little dog accessories
Handmade by NikiHandmade goods , bags and cute things .
Hil’s Caf and CraftBrew, munch and chat whilst looking at my hand crafted goods or doggy “stuff”!
Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
Honey AfloatAs the owner I was Beekeeper 1st and a Boater 2nd. So it became Honey Afloat
HorseboxCamper CreationsJewellery created from recycled materials on our narrowboat & horsebox home
Hyggekrog CreationsHand painted cards. gifts, home. Designs inspired by Canal and Folk Art.
Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
Janul PublicationsAuthor publisher, canal trader of crystals & own books. Songwriter/performer.
Jubilee FibresSupply natural & dyed fibre & yarn for spinning felting knitting crochet crafts
K8glassdesignsHand crafted Stained Glass, suncatchers & much more. Commissions undertaken.- Kay's Canal Crafty Arts
- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
- Lady meron
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
Lola the cafe boatPizza & Coffee
Lowry LeatherworksHandstitched Leather Products- 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
Mole In A HoleUnusual Gifts For Interesting People.- Monkeypuzzle Gems
- moonstonecreationsGB
Nancy May CrochetSelling crochet & socks 💕 Find me on Instagram & Facebook nancymaycrochet- Narrow boat LeatherHand stitched leather goods
NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml canal/eco friendly cleaning products, canal art, macrame
Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
Over the YarnarmHandcrafted crochet and knitted items, Gonks, and Pin Toppers- Painted giftware by Toni
Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
Pendle Witch Sweets
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- Raggy Taggy RugsTraditional handmade Rag Rugs.
Rambling rose canal artHand painted canal artist based on the staffordshire and worcs canal
Roving RowanFloating café serving coffee, teas, and other refreshments.- Scottbyjohn
SF MechanicsDiesel engine boat maintenance, breakdowns, boat engine services
Snoot LootNatural dog treats and accessories for your dog
Star CraftsEmbroidery, Sewing, crafts, Pick N Mix Sweets, Ice Lollies & Cans. BSS Examiner
Stock Revival & Floating Home ServicesSR- Handmade Wood Burning Art & Small Gifts FHS - Narrowboat Electrician- 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 Bird BoatHand Made Bird Giftware and More
The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream, Hot Dogs & Cheese- The Curry Cruiser
The Holm Oak trading co.Eco friendly gifts, accessories, homeware and clothing. Handmade on board.
The Jam ButtyHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades and Chutneys
THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
The Mad OtterHand thrown ceramic ware inspired by our coasts and countryside and
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 Wellbeing Habit
The Wool BaaSelling hand-knitting yarns and ready-made hand knitted fashion items
Three Sheep Cheese Boat~ Fine Cheeses and Accompaniments ~
Timeless CraftsHand craft trader specialising in Embroidery and gifts including leather goods.- Towpath TimberAwesome merchandise crafted from reclaimed timber. Bespoke work undertaken
- Utility Warehouse Authorised DistributorHelp people save money on their Utilities & get Discounts on all their Shopping.
Viking vapes- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
Wanderlost EngravingPersonalised engraved and laser cut items.- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
Winty CraftsHand crafted crystal jewellery and other goodies. Gem stones and crystals.
Wobbly LtdI am a deaf trader Cheesemonger. Icecream. Cafe. Servicing South
Wolf Moon TradingHand painted signs, canal ware and some Lego too.
Member List
- All Things Spanish
- Angry PlanetHandmade,bookmarks,engraving,dog tags, necklaces,
- 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
- Away With The FairiesCrystals, green men, fairies & unusual gifts
- BAKED ON BOARDWood fired pizza, towpath takeaway, festivals & markets. Private functions.
- Bakewell Tart Co
- 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.
- Bea's Sewing BoatMachine sewn and hand quilted items
- 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.
- Blue Rose Greeting CardsIndependent publisher specialising in unique greeting cards for all occasions.
- Buddha Barge
- Canal Art by JuliePainted canal ware and items of canalia, tea towels, model boats etc.
- Candles on the CutWe make candles, melts and diffusers on board our narrowboat Free Spirit.
- candy boattravels the canals selling sweets , fudge and soft drinks
- Captain cheddar and ice creamcheese truckles and pickle onions also serving Soft serve ice creams
- Crafted AfloatWoven, macrame and crocheted items as well as paracord and rope items
- 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 Also watercolour artist
- Crooked Mouth CreativesCustom Laser Creations
- Cruising craftsFloating gift shop specialising in horseshoe art blacksmithing and leather goods
- Crystal Cat Gifts
- Cwboatmover
- 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
- Flock ComedyDaft bird cartoons as seen in Towpath Talk. Books, postcards, prints.
- Glass on the Water
- HandBuiltByLaser (inc Little Dog Shop)Handcrafted wood & leather goods Plus little dog accessories
- Handmade by NikiHandmade goods , bags and cute things .
- Hil’s Caf and CraftBrew, munch and chat whilst looking at my hand crafted goods or doggy “stuff”!
- Home & MoorHandmade and Eco lifestyle and gift shop.Needle felt animals and commissions
- Honey AfloatAs the owner I was Beekeeper 1st and a Boater 2nd. So it became Honey Afloat
- HorseboxCamper CreationsJewellery created from recycled materials on our narrowboat & horsebox home
- Hyggekrog CreationsHand painted cards. gifts, home. Designs inspired by Canal and Folk Art.
- Inspired Home CraftsHand made bunting and Accessories.
- Janul PublicationsAuthor publisher, canal trader of crystals & own books. Songwriter/performer.
- Jubilee FibresSupply natural & dyed fibre & yarn for spinning felting knitting crochet crafts
- K8glassdesignsHand crafted Stained Glass, suncatchers & much more. Commissions undertaken.
- Kay's Canal Crafty Arts
- Knits ‘n’ KnotsHand made wool and rope products
- Lady meron
- 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
- Lola the cafe boatPizza & Coffee
- Lowry LeatherworksHandstitched Leather Products
- 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
- Mole In A HoleUnusual Gifts For Interesting People.
- Monkeypuzzle Gems
- moonstonecreationsGB
- Nancy May CrochetSelling crochet & socks 💕 Find me on Instagram & Facebook nancymaycrochet
- Narrow boat LeatherHand stitched leather goods
- NBWAKAMATANDOTOMiniml canal/eco friendly cleaning products, canal art, macrame
- Northern LightsNorthern lights hanging light shining prism crystals and other mobiles.
- Over the YarnarmHandcrafted crochet and knitted items, Gonks, and Pin Toppers
- Painted giftware by Toni
- Paws for Thought (business Craft deck)Home made Craft items including Cushions , Hats and Quilts
- Pendle Witch Sweets
- 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
- Raggy Taggy RugsTraditional handmade Rag Rugs.
- Rambling rose canal artHand painted canal artist based on the staffordshire and worcs canal
- Roving RowanFloating café serving coffee, teas, and other refreshments.
- Scottbyjohn
- SF MechanicsDiesel engine boat maintenance, breakdowns, boat engine services
- Snoot LootNatural dog treats and accessories for your dog
- Star CraftsEmbroidery, Sewing, crafts, Pick N Mix Sweets, Ice Lollies & Cans. BSS Examiner
- Stock Revival & Floating Home ServicesSR- Handmade Wood Burning Art & Small Gifts FHS - Narrowboat Electrician
- 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 Bird BoatHand Made Bird Giftware and More
- The Coddiwomple Cake BoatHome-Made Cakes and Fudge. Hot & Cold Drinks. Ice Cream, Hot Dogs & Cheese
- The Curry Cruiser
- The Holm Oak trading co.Eco friendly gifts, accessories, homeware and clothing. Handmade on board.
- The Jam ButtyHandmade Preserves - Jams, Marmalades and Chutneys
- THE LITTLE NARROWBOAT KITCHENFreshly Baked & Freshly Ground just for You!
- The Mad OtterHand thrown ceramic ware inspired by our coasts and countryside and
- 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 Wellbeing Habit
- The Wool BaaSelling hand-knitting yarns and ready-made hand knitted fashion items
- Three Sheep Cheese Boat~ Fine Cheeses and Accompaniments ~
- Timeless CraftsHand craft trader specialising in Embroidery and gifts including leather goods.
- Towpath TimberAwesome merchandise crafted from reclaimed timber. Bespoke work undertaken
- Utility Warehouse Authorised DistributorHelp people save money on their Utilities & get Discounts on all their Shopping.
- Viking vapes
- Vintage and ModernA wide variety of vintage (and some antique) & modern collectable items.
- Wanderlost EngravingPersonalised engraved and laser cut items.
- Watercraft TrainingRYA Inland helmsman boat handling.
- Widgeonware - hand painted Canal ware
- Winty CraftsHand crafted crystal jewellery and other goodies. Gem stones and crystals.
- Wobbly LtdI am a deaf trader Cheesemonger. Icecream. Cafe. Servicing South
- Wolf Moon TradingHand painted signs, canal ware and some Lego too.
Festivals and Floating Markets
Brentford Canal Festival-All Trade boats booked through R.C.T.A.Sat Jun 21 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 22 2025, 05:00pm GMTGrand Union Canal
RCTA Floating Market along side Armitage Crown Pub
In conjunction with Armitage Village daySat Jun 21 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jun 22 2025, 05:00pm GMTBridge 58 on Trent & Mersey Canal alongside The Crown Inn towards Handsacre Winding Hole
RCTA Rickmansworth Floating Market
Booking Open NowSat Jul 5 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 6 2025, 05:00pm GMT
RCTA Apsley Floating Market
Booking Open NowSat Jul 12 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 13 2025, 05:00pm GMTGrand Union Canal Towpath
Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft FairSat Jul 19 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 20 2025, 05:00pm GMT
Linslade Canal Festival 2025Sat Jul 26 2025, 11:00am GMTTiddenfoot Waterside Park
RCTA Market Drayton Summer Floating MarketSat Jul 26 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Jul 27 2025, 05:00pm GMTShropshire Union Canal
IWA Milton Keynes branch Fenny Stratford Canal Festival 2025
Supported by Roving Canal Traders Association
** All Trade Boats booked through R.C.T.A**Sat Aug 2 2025, 10:00 GMT - Sun Aug 3 2025, 17:00 GMTGrand Union Canal towpath
RCTA Nantwich Floating Market
Booking Open **Now Full**Sat Aug 2 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Aug 3 2025, 05:00pm GMTNantwich Canal Embankment
Brownhills Canal Festival 2025Sat Aug 16 2025, 10:00am GMT - Sun Aug 17 2025, 05:00pm GMTWyrley & Essington Canal
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Recent CRT News and RCTA Blog Posts
- Featured Trader: Sally – Craftybird 05 June 2025
- Fund Britain’s Waterways Update, October 2024 03 October 2024
- Featured Trader: Warwickshire Canal Art 15 August 2024
- Featured Trader: Paul Smith-Storey 12 June 2024
- Featured Trader: Vintage & Modern 15 April 2024
