A slow boat – to nowhere.

Canal boat holidays in the UK and Europe are threatened due to record-low water levels following the driest July in England and Wales. The Canal and River Trust has issued over a dozen navigation closure notices, affecting areas like the Grand Union Canal in the West Midlands and the River Stort in Essex. Businesses, including the Chesterfield Canal Trust, face significant financial losses due to cancellations. The Inland Waterways Association warned of the impact on businesses and wildlife. The Canal and River Trust is working on repairs and water management to mitigate the situation.