August 2025

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Towpath Talk features everything you need to know about boats, marinas, wildlife, conservation, heritage and superb days out.

If you like the look of the August edition, we’re certain you’ll enjoy reading every issue, so why not take a look at our latest subscription offers? Remember Towpath Talk is a FREE publication, so you’ll only be paying for delivery – starting from just £20 a year!

Whether it’s news, reviews, reports or guides, we’ve got it covered right across the UK’s entire canal network, and there’s a substantial trader section for all your buying and selling needs. Towpath Talk is the best way to find out what’s going on in British waterways today.

This was the future once – Robert Wynn II

Jonathan Mosse’s monthly look at freight development on the inland waterways.

From land to legacy

Jeff and Mandy Dowsett have been fortunate enough to turn their boating life into a profession, as Sally Clifford found out.

Enjoy a great day out by the water this summer in the South East

The Canal & River Trust has published a free guide of ways to get the most out of visiting the region’s canals and rivers this summer.

Electric motors and batteries

The infrastructure for pure electric motors is also extremely poor in the UK, so choosing the right system to match usage and cruising habits is key. So, what solutions are available? River Canal Rescue talks us through the options…

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