As many will have noticed, the Hertford Union Canal has been dewatered and will remain so until the end of March. During the next couple of weeks there are opportunities for volunteers to take part in litter picking along the drained canal bed.

These voluntary litter pick events take place between 10am and 2pm on the next two Thursday and … read more

The canal towpaths of east London are an important resource and are becoming increasingly popular with walkers, fishermen, cyclists, joggers and boaters. In some places, and at peak times, this can lead to congestion. To help manage growing demand the Canal and River Trust (formerly British Waterways) are working to improve the streets surrounding the canal for cyclists and pedestrians.… read more

It is hard to think of Mile End Park without thinking about the Regent’s Canal which forms the Park’s western border. Who hasn’t gone for a walk in the park and had a welcome distraction on spotting a family of coots at play or been lucky enough to see a kingfisher dart past?

Whilst the Canal & River Trust (formerly British … read more

I regularly cycle use the towpath that forms the western border of Mile End Park either for a casual weekend stroll to the Pavillion Cafe in Vicky Park or on those days when I cycle to work. And I gave a Boris bike a test drive along it the other day.

Rarely does a trip go by without some kind … read more