Summer Specials: Crafty Canal Cruises 2025

Fun activity trips on the canal for kids over the summer holidays

Sign up today for our Crafty Canals Cruise. Fun creative activity for families on one of our narrowboats.

Sorry, this event is in the past now! But the good news is we plan to run it again. Check back closer to the date next year for more details and booking or email events@rwt.org.uk for questions.

CRAFTY CANALS CRUISE

Wednesday 6th August 2025, 2.00 pm

For adults and children over 7

• CRUISE for an hour going up through Batchworth Lock, turning below Lot Mead Lock and back.
• CREATE your own canal craft gift. Work with the guidance of our canal craft experts to paint a mini “Buckby can” fridge magnet with a traditional roses design.
• WATCH as the canal slowly slips by, passing colourful boats and varied wildlife.
• RELAX with a cup of coffee, tea, or soft drink while working with your hands.
• DISCOVER the secrets of how canal locks work as your narrowboat squeezes through.
• GET MESSY: come dressed to get messy!
• MAKE MEMORIES: Take home your creation as a momento of your trip.

Duration: Approx. 1 hour

 Any questions, please email events@rwt.org.uk