UK canal festivals

Moira Festival, 16/17 May!

by

Web Editor

–

May 15, 2026

Moira festival returns with nostalgic wartime flypast MOIRA Canal Festival returns to the historic Moira Furnace on the banks of the restored Ashby Canal on May 16/17 May, marking its 23rd year. Organisers have lined up a packed programme of on and off-water attractions, from boats and canal activities to the festival’s annual duck race.…
Continue reading »
Stafford Riverway Link to host open weekend

by

Web Editor

–

May 5, 2026

The Stafford Riverway Link (SRL) community group will host an open weekend on 16–17 May, from 10am to 5pm, inviting visitors to learn more about its restoration efforts and future plans. The free event will take place on land off Baswich Lane in Stafford, near bridge 101 on the Staffs & Worcs Canal and opposite…
Continue reading »
Towpath Talk 2026 Events Guide – Submit Your Event

by

Mark Lancaster

–

February 17, 2026

Planning an event for 2026? Towpath Talk is compiling its 2026 Events Guide and inviting organisers to submit details for inclusion. Whether you’re hosting a festival, rally, open day, exhibition or waterways-related occasion, we want to hear about it. Please send:• Event name• Date(s)• Location• Brief description (50–100 words)• Website or contact details for more…
Continue reading »

Advert
Get Towpath Talk newspaper delivered every month. Click here to subscribe.

Read Towpath Talk FREE online here.

Towpath Trader Marketplace

Sell your boat here.