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Boating basics including essential knowledge and techniques you need to make sure you enjoy yourselves and stay safe on the water.
HM Coastguard, the RNLI and RYA are working together to launch their water safety campaign aimed at recreational boaters
River conditions, lock closures and restrictions affecting boaters on Anglian waterways.
Check what safety requirements and insurance are needed to use a boat on UK rivers, canals, or at sea - boat safety certificates, safety regulations and equipment, disposing of old flares
Details of access points, events and facilities on the River Wye.
Information about the River Nene, including navigation notices, bridge heights, lock dimensions, overhead power lines and facilities.
Details of moorings, bridge heights, locks and facilities for boaters on Anglian waterways.
Information about the River Great Ouse including navigation notices, bridge heights, lock dimensions, overhead power lines and facilities.
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