Lists only the most important organisations. For the UK, more complete listings are found in the
annual Canalmanac publication of Waterways World magazine.
British Waterways (BW) - maintains most of the canal system in the U.K. To
report emergencies on their waterways, call 0800 47 999 47.
BW also reports stoppage information.
Stratford and Warwick Waterways Trust
- "... towards ... the extension of navigation on the River Avon from Stratford-upon-Avon to beyond Warwick, to join the Grand Union canal". [Would provide a much-needed connection for broad-beam boats.]
Narrowboat Lucy
- "brief history of a famous wooden narrowboat and the plans to preserve her" [not actually
a society, but appropriate here near other boat restorations]
Norfolk Wherry Trust -
Society interested in the restoration of the Norfolk wherry "Albion"
Piper Owners Club
- for owners or past-owners of boats built by David or Simon Piper