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  • Full Crew Training - 1st - 4th August

    Full Crew Training - 1st - 4th August

    Learn to become a fully trained crew member at out Trust! In 4 days you will learn all aspects of crewing including water and fire safety, hospitality, have a go at driving the boat and working as a team. Places are limited. You must be able to attend all 4 days to qualify. Open to ages 16-25 Read more

  • Smartphone Photography - August 6th

    Smartphone Photography - August 6th

    If you own a smartphone, then you own a camera, and if you own a camera, you have the tools to create stunning images and video content. We will give you the skills to utilise your smartphone camera better, and show you how to release its full, photographic potential. You will come away with knowing how your camera works better as well as some tips and tricks to get those creative shots. Read more

  • Build your own bird or bug box - July 9th

    Build your own bird or bug box - July 9th

    We will provide you with the materials to make a full-sized bird or bug box to take home with you and an understanding of where to put your new box in the garden. All materials and safety equipment provided. Refreshments Provided. Open to ages 14 - 25 Read more

  • Bug Hunts and Picnic - 11th June

    Bug Hunts and Picnic - 11th June

    Learn about different species on a bug hunt & do some nature crafts too. We'll end the session with a sit down picnic (don't forget to bring some nibbles/packed lunch and a blanket to sit on) where we can talk about the different bugs we find on the day and learn some water safety tips. Read more

  • Full Crew Training - 1st - 4th August
  • Smartphone Photography - August 6th
  • Build your own bird or bug box - July 9th
  • Bug Hunts and Picnic - 11th June
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Young People Project Events

In 2020, we received funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to develop a Young People’s Hub at the base in Beeches Road, Loughborough. Young volunteers will be able to take part in a range of water-based educational, environmental and heritage projects, gaining new experiences, learning new skills and having fun. While enjoyable, the young people will gain greater confidence, self-belief and important collaboration skills.

We will be rolling out educational, heritage, environmental and creative projects for local young people on the local waterways and at our base in Loughborough.

Watch out for exciting updates over the coming months, along with ways you can become involved.

Full Crew Training - 1st - 4th August

Full Crew Training - 1st - 4th August

Learn to become a fully trained crew member at out Trust! In 4 days you will learn all aspects of crewing including water and fire safety, hospitality, have a go at driving the boat and working as a team. Places are limited. You must be able to attend all 4 days to qualify. Open to ages 16-25 Read more

Published: 29th April, 2022

Author: Melissa Hemmings

Smartphone Photography - August 6th

Smartphone Photography - August 6th

If you own a smartphone, then you own a camera, and if you own a camera, you have the tools to create stunning images and video content. We will give you the skills to utilise your smartphone camera better, and show you how to release its full, photographic potential. You will come away with knowing how your camera works better as well as some tips and tricks to get those creative shots. Read more

Published: 28th April, 2022

Author: Melissa Hemmings

Build your own bird or bug box - July 9th

Build your own bird or bug box - July 9th

We will provide you with the materials to make a full-sized bird or bug box to take home with you and an understanding of where to put your new box in the garden. All materials and safety equipment provided. Refreshments Provided. Open to ages 14 - 25 Read more

Published: 28th April, 2022

Author: Melissa Hemmings

Bug Hunts and Picnic - 11th June

Bug Hunts and Picnic - 11th June

Learn about different species on a bug hunt & do some nature crafts too. We'll end the session with a sit down picnic (don't forget to bring some nibbles/packed lunch and a blanket to sit on) where we can talk about the different bugs we find on the day and learn some water safety tips. Read more

Published: 28th April, 2022

Author: Melissa Hemmings

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    Nature Along Our Waterways

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    Self-hire holiday boat, Jubilee, frequently asked questions

  • Litter Pick - Saturday 14th May

    Litter Pick - Saturday 14th May

    On Saturday 15th May we held a now annual litter pick at the trust. We hosted 34 young people and families out on the water and landside on the tow path collecting an interesting mixture of rubbish including a tv, lots of bottles and cans, a lampshade and the usual shopping trolley pulled from the water! We were fortunate to have the Canal and River Trust loan us some canoes for the pick with their instructor Andy Oughton, and we look forward to having them with us again.

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  • Day Trips

    Day Trips

    We have two day trip boats, Symphony and Serenade, which travel from our base in Loughborough to Zouch or Mountsorrel. Day trips run from approx, 10am to 3pm. From 2022 we are also offering 4 hour trips running from 10am - 2pm for individuals & small groups. Bring your own lunch and enjoy from the boat.

  • Santa's Sleighboat 2021 - SOLD OUT!

    Santa's Sleighboat 2021 - SOLD OUT!

    Running for its 5th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable treat for the family, this Christmas. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust

  • Make a Booking

    Book your day trip by using our calendar and completing the online form with your suggested available dates

  • What We Do

    What We Do

    For over 40 years we have been serving the community, providing accessible canal boat holidays and day trips for all ages and health conditions.

  • Prices

    2022 prices for our day trips and holidays

  • Family Easter Trips 2022 - SOLD OUT!

    Family Easter Trips 2022 - SOLD OUT!

    Come and celebrate Easter along the waterways with our special two and a half hour canal boat trips. Includes free Easter egg for each passenger. Free on-board crafts, activity packs full of quizzes & factsheets Only £8 per person - adult or child.

  • Symphony

    Symphony

    Symphony is one of our broad-beamed boats which we use for our day trips.

  • Pirate Boat Trips 2021 - SOLD OUT!

    Pirate Boat Trips 2021 - SOLD OUT!

    Grappling hooks at the ready - the Pirates are back!! Come and join us along the waterways this summer with our special 2 hour pirate themed canal boat trips.

  • Queen's Platinum Jubilee Celebration Trips  - SOLD OUT!

    Queen's Platinum Jubilee Celebration Trips - SOLD OUT!

    Leaving our base in Loughborough at 10am and 1pm, celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee along the waterways with our special 2½ hour trips. To make it extra special we're even offering cream teas aboard the boat for you to enjoy during the journey. Limited tickets and pre-booking essential! Open to the community.

  • Volunteer

    Volunteer

    People volunteer for so many different reasons and each reason is unique to the individual. For some it is the sense of offering back to their community, others volunteer to boost their CV, whilst for many it is about the companionship and friendship.

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