The HNBC is passionate about canal history and heritage. All around the system are fine examples of British engineering and technical prowess that are worth saving. From lofty aqueducts to amazing tunnels, elegant bridges, extensive reservoirs with ingenious water management systems and locks, beautiful warehouses and wharves – they all need our care and protection.
Update from Fund Britain’s Waterways, March 2025:
"We have a window of opportunity to get our message across as the Government is finalising its Spending Review, and we need help from you and your members to make one more push. Please read on to see how you can support the campaign.
The images of the New Year’s Day embankment collapses on the Bridgewater and Huddersfield Narrow Canals are stark reminders of the threats to our inland waterways.
FBW Spending Review submission
If you've wondered how to make a really good looking Rag Mop for your boat, have a read of this article from 2002 in our club newsletter, penned by Beryl McDowall.
A fascinating gateway into the material held by archives and museums in the area is available online. Visit http://blackcountryhistory.org and just try typing canals into the search box to see who's got what and where.
Here's a great little video showing the safe way to use lock paddles - only just over 6 minutes long but well worth a watch.
Click here, sit back and enjoy!
