Thank you to everyone who nominated a local charity to win a free half day boat trip for #WorldKindnessDay. We had some wonderful nominations & comments. It's a beautiful thing to see how other local charities are supporting their community. We're pleased to announce the winner is Harpenden Mencap 🎉

Happy #WorldKindnessDay! We’re giving away a free halfday canal boat trip (up to 12 people) to one local charity to be enjoyed between Jan-April 2026. Comment below ⬇️ with the name of a local charity you support and we’ll pop all nominations into a draw and announce the winner this Friday at 6pm 💙

🛠️✨ Our beautiful Sheldrake II is getting a little makeover! 💛 Our wonderful volunteers are working their magic! We just know she’s going to look absolutely amazing once she’s finished! 🌊🚤 #Community #Volunteers #BoatHire #Charity #UKcanals #BehindTheScenes #WideBeam #WaterwaysWednesday

Our lovely volunteers Brian and Maria were at OPALS today at Adeyfield Community Centre. We really enjoy getting out into our local community and making a difference 💙 #CharityTuesday #Boathire #Community #Dacorum #Volunteers #Ukcanals

💛 A big thank you to Lynn for sharing these beautiful photos from your recent trip with us. Seeing those happy smiles means the world to our team. 🌊 It looks like everyone had such a lovely time together on the water #Community #Charity #BoatHire #LifesBetterByWater #MondayMood #UKCanals

We shall never forget those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. We will remember them ❤️ #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem #RemembranceDay #Remembranceday2025 #remembrancesunday🌹

Golden leaves that sheltered me during the summer heat now rest upon the same still waters that carry me. Hawthorn leaves stream upon slow wind eddies that I am unable to feel. A squirrel looks down at Maggie. My boots slide on mud. Towpath tales. #ukcanals #naturewriting #DailyNature

We love seeing your memories on the water. If you have any photos from your trips with us that you’d be happy to share, please email them to [email protected] 📸 #Community #Charity #BoatHire #LifeIsBetterByWater #UKCanals #SaturdayMotivation

💛 Thank you, Fiona, for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your day with us and what a perfect way to celebrate a special birthday! 🎉 Our boat trips are ideal for all occasions, all year round. 🌊 #Community #BoatHire #Charity #TestimonialFriday #FeedbackFriday #Friyay #UKcanals

#ThrowbackThursday to a trip from November 2022. Crisp bright winter days on the canal can be just as enjoyable as warm sunny ones but even if we’re not so lucky with the weather, the centrally heated cabins will be cosy and warm. #BoatHire #Charity #LifesBetterByWater #Winter #Cosy #UKCanals

All three of our boats are fully #accessible allowing people of all abilities to experience our beautiful waterways. Whether it’s a relaxing trip, a family outing or to connect with friends, we want everyone in our #community to feel welcome on the water #PurpleTuesday 💜 #BoatHire #UKCanals

Congratulations to Susie for passing her Senior Crew on the widebeam boats last week. It was a glorious day for training, heading North passing Apsley Marina. Thanks to Sarah and Phil for supporting on the day 💛 #Widebeam #Volunteer #Crew #Autumn #Training #Charity #Boathire #UKCanals #MondayMood

On our trips, you can have a go at steering the boat and helping to work the locks. Our friendly volunteer skipper and crew will show you how, and make sure you do things safely. #SundayMood #Charity #BoatHire #Lifesbetterbywater #Canal #Grandunioncanal #Community #Volunteer #UKcanals

Our volunteers aren’t scary… we promise! 😄 We’re a friendly, light-hearted bunch who love sharing our passion for canal boating and helping others. No tricks, just treats! 🚤💙 #Halloween #Halloween2025 #Charity #BoatHire #Volunteers #SpookyFun #FridayFun #UKCanals #Friyay

#ThrowbackThursday to October 2021 and a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do. Our volunteers bring heart and passion to every trip, sharing the beauty of our waterways with the community. 🌊❤️ #Volunteers #Community #Charity #BoatHire #Herts #UKCanals

Our Winter trips run from Nov to Feb. Our boats are made all snug & warm with fairy lights, throws, cushions & hot chocolate onboard. To book a trip or to find out more, please call 01923 723819. #WednesdayMotivation #Winter #Cosy #BoatHire #Charity #UKCanals

💛 A big thank-you to Suzie from SPACE and your amazing group for neurodiverse youngsters & their carers. Your kind words and ongoing support means so much! Our volunteer crew love what they do! 🚤✨ #Community #Volunteers #BoatHire #UKCanals #Neurodiversity #Charity #TestimonialTuesday

📸 PHOTO OF THE DAY: Bingley Five Rise Locks on the Leeds Liverpool Canal. Lovely photo taken by Towpath Talk follower John Earnshaw Photography 🫶 #towpathtalk #canals #canalsandrivers #narrowboat #rivers #waterways #lifeonthecut #boating #boats #canallife #canallifeuk #UKCanals

🚤 We’re open all year round! 🌦️ Our 2026 trips are now available. Please get in touch at least one month in advance of your preferred date as our late spring/summer slots fill up fast! 🌸☀️ 📞 Call our friendly bookings team on 01923 723819 (option 1) #MondayMotivation #BoatHire #Charity #UKCanals

At Waterways Experiences you can enjoy the company of the rest of your group, absorbing the peace and calm of a canal boat gliding, in leisurely fashion, along the beautiful Grand Union Canal 💙 #BoatHire #Charity #Volunteer #Canal #GrandUnionCanal #SundayMotivation #UKcanals

Our amazing volunteers at Wexp share one goal — to make a difference while celebrating their love of canal boating. Join our friendly team & help support your local charity! wexp.org.uk/volunteer/ #Charity #Volunteer #Volunteering #Herts #Community #UKcanals #SaturdayMotivation #MakeADifferenceDay

A big thank-you to Joyce for your kind words and continued loyalty! Your support means the world to us. 🌍 As volunteers, we pour our hearts into creating unforgettable experiences on the water 🚤✨ #Friyay #TestimonialFriday #BoatHire #Charity #UKCanals #Community #Volunteers #FeedbackFriday

Let's go for a walk.....

#ThrowbackThursday to an amazing trip back in Autumn 2021 with Deaf First! There’s nothing we love more than seeing the smiles our trips bring to so many wonderful groups in our community. 😀💛 #BoatHire #Charity #LifeIsBetterByWater #ThursdayThoughts #GrandUnionCanal #Community #UKcanals

We have regular practice trips take place at Wexp. These sessions give our volunteers in training a chance to gain confidence and let our experienced crew refresh their skills, or pick up something new! 💛 #WednesdayMotivation #Charity #BoatHire #Volunteers #UKCanals

The gold and red time is upon us... (and then we had grey rain for 3 days...) 📷 GFX 100S 🔭 Fuji GF35-70mm #Photography #FujiGFX #FujiFilm #GFX100S #MediumFormat #UKCanals #Narrowboats #Autumn #Fall

Morning views over the canal 🌄 There are some stunning views to reward early risers at this time of year. How do you start your mornings on or by the waterways? #iwa #morningview #ukcanals #waterways

The Alban Arena in St Albans has a great book swap area! We welcome book donations, and we are in need of a few more! If you have any books you'd be happy to donate, you can pop them into the Alban Arena or drop us a message 💙 #Community #Charity #Bookswap #UKcanals #Donation #TuesdayMotivation

We’re proud to be an award-winning, volunteer-run charity, operating three canal boats from our stunning base on the Grand Union Canal near Hemel Hempstead. We are all about sharing the joy of canal boating with our community! 🚤 #Volunteers #BoatHire #Community #Charity #Canal #UKcanals #SundayMood

Sunday Smile: Quite like the sound of my new office... 😂 #towpathtalk #canals #canalsandrivers #narrowboat #rivers #waterways #lifeonthecut #boating #boats #canallife #canallifeuk #UKCanals

Bridgeless bridge hole on the Grand Union (used to be bridge 30, so bridge numbering here is a tad discontiguous now). 'Tis the season of colourful trees and, therefore, constant clearing of leaves from my leaf magnet prop 😠 #boatlife #ukcanals #narrowboat #KeepCanalsAlive #FundBritainsWaterways

Beware of the Croc in the canal! #UKCanals

It's #BridgeDay and there are lots of beautiful bridges to be seen along the Grand Union Canal. Have you got any photos to share? We'd love to see them! #ShoutOutSaturday #GrandUnionCanal #Canal #Bridge #Charity #UKCanals

🌻 A huge thank-you to Sally & everyone at Sunflower House Residential Home for Children for your kind words & continued support! 💛 We loved having you on board & can’t wait to welcome you back again soon for another adventure on the water. 🚤💦 #BoatHire #Charity #UKCanals #Community #FeedbackFriday

#ThrowbackThursday to a Festive cruise from 2022. It won't be long now until our three lovely boats are decorated ready for our Festive trips, running from 1st December to 6th January 🎅😄 #Charity #BoatHire #Christmas #Festive #Cosy #Winter #ThursdayMood #UKcanals

Would you like to find out more about what is involved in volunteering with WExp, then please visit our website or drop us a message to find out more: wexp.org.uk/volunteer/ #Volunteers #Charity #BoatHire #Community #WednesdayMotivation #UKCanals

Thank you to all our supporters for your continued support. Your kindness helps us to make a difference in our local community. There are several ways you can help our charity, including our Local Giving online giving page: localgiving.org/charity/wate... #Charity #Community #UKCanals

From family and friends to schools & scouts, social groups & care homes, our boat trips are available to book all year round for all types of groups. We welcome you to experience the beauty of the Grand Union Canal with us #MondayMood #Volunteer #Charity #BoatHire #Herts #UKCanals #Community

Thank you to Iris for these lovely photos from your trip with us this week. Looks like you had a beautiful day and we really appreciate your continued support. We look forward to seeing you again soon 💙 #BoatHire #Charity #Ukcanals #Community #LifesBetterByWater #SundayMood

Bookings are open for 2026! Our trips are very popular, especially in the Spring and Summer months! Call our volunteer bookings team on 01923 723819 to secure your 2026 date now! 📞🗓 #SaturdayMotivation #BoatHire #Charity #LifesBetterByWater #Herts #GrandUnionCanal #UKcanals

Some photos from Laureate School at the Dragons Apprentice event yesterday evening - they sold refreshments at the School's Open Evening. Thank you for your fundraising efforts so far 🌟 It makes such a huge difference 🙏 #FridayFeeling #Boathire #Charity #Fundraising #Ukcanals

Beautiful autumnal colours on the canal #CanalLife #narrowboatlife #boatlife #grandunioncanal #ukcanal #autumn #colours #lifeonthewater

#ThrowbackThursday to an Autumn trip last year, that captured everything we stand for — accessibility, community, and joy on the water 🌊 We’re proud to make our beautiful waterways a place everyone can enjoy together. #ThursdayMood #Charity #BoatHire #LifesBetterByWater #GrandUnionCanal #UKcanals

Fog Warning means a different thing if you are a photographer. 📷 #FujiFilm #XT30II 🔭XF18-135mm #Photography #Nature #Fog #UKCanals #Morning #Sunrise

Thank you to Margaret for sharing this wonderful review from your recent trip with us. Guests like you remind us why we do what we do, creating special memories on the water and making every trip enjoyable, safe, and relaxing #TestimonialTuesday #Feedback #Community #Charity #Boathire #ukcanals

In just under 8 weeks time, our boats will be decorated ready for our Festive cruises (running from 1st December to 6th January). We can't wait to get in the Christmas spirit 🎅 Our Festive cruises are always such fun! #Festive #Christmas #BoatHire #Charity #LifesBetterByWater #MondayMood #UKcanals

Our lovely volunteers Brian and Maria are at OPALS event today at the Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden between 10am and 1pm. We love connecting with our local community and spreading the word about the amazing work our charity does. #Friday #Community #Charity #Volunteers #Boathire #Ukcanals

#ThrowbackThursday to our trip last October. Just look at those smiles , they’re what make everything we do so worthwhile 💙 #Charity #BoatHire #LifesBetterByWater #Community #GrandUnionCanal #UKCanals

Bookings have opened today for 2026! Our trips are very popular, especially in the Spring and Summer months! Call our volunteer bookings team on 01923 723819 to secure your 2026 date now! 📞🗓 #WednesdayMotivation #BoatHire #Charity #LifesBetterByWater #Herts #GrandUnionCanal #UKcanals

The Grand Union Canal is looking beautiful in this gorgeous Autumn sunshine. Thank you to our fantastic volunteer Steve for the photos! #TuesdayMood #Charity #Boathire #Ukcanals #Autumn #Canal #GrandUnionCanal #Volunteer