Overview:
Useful Information
Explore a collection of trusted organisations, campaigns, safety bodies and activity resources relevant to our four community groups at Hinckley Wharf.
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Links for fishing, boating, paddlesports, youth training and environmental protection.
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Includes national campaigns such as Save Britain’s Waterways.
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General Waterway & Environmental Organisations
Canal & River Trust
The charity that cares for over 2,000 miles of canals and rivers in England & Wales.
canalrivertrust.org.uk
Save Britain’s Waterways Campaign
A national initiative championing funding, protection and preservation of the UK’s canal and river network.
savebritainswaterways.org.uk
Environment Agency (EA) – Water, Fishing & Flood Information
Everything from rod licences to water quality, conservation and river management.
Environment Agency
Useful Links for Anglers
Angling Trust
National governing body for angling: coaching, permits, competitions, protection of fisheries.
anglingtrust.net
Get a Rod Licence (Environment Agency)
Required by law for freshwater angling.
gov.uk/fishing-licences
Canal & River Trust – Angling Info
Information on fishing rules, waterways bylaws and accessible angling spots.
CRT Angling
Fishing Info UK
Weather, water conditions, fishing venues and tips.
fishinginfo.co.uk
Useful Links for Hinckley Sea Cadets
Sea Cadets UK (National Site)
Training programmes, courses, events, unit support and youth development information.
sea-cadets.org
Royal Navy (Youth & Community Engagement)
Opportunities, heritage and naval support programmes.
royalnavy.mod.uk
RYA (Royal Yachting Association)
Boating, sailing and powerboat training standards used across the UK.
rya.org.uk
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Information on skill awards, volunteering and expeditions — commonly completed through Sea Cadets.
dofe.org
Useful Links for Hinckley Water Activities Club
British Canoeing
Official governing body for canoeing, kayaking and SUP in the UK.
britishcanoeing.org.uk
Go Paddling
Beginner-friendly advice, safety information and places to paddle.
gopaddling.info
RNLI Water Safety
Essential guidance for staying safe around water.
rnli.org/safety
Paddle UK – Safety Advice and Courses
Official safety training for paddle sports.
paddleuk.org.uk
Useful Links for Hinckley Boat Club
Inland Waterways Association (IWA)
Campaigns for the protection and restoration of UK canals and rivers.
waterways.org.uk
Boat Safety Scheme (BSS)
Safety certification required for most inland waterway boats.
boatsafetyscheme.org
Canal World Discussion Forum
Community forum for boat owners, maintenance tips and navigation info.
canalworld.net/forums
Local & Practical Information
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council
Local services, planning, events and community updates.
hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk
Leicestershire County Council – Environment & Outdoors
Open spaces, countryside access and volunteer opportunities.
leicestershire.gov.uk
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If you know a useful link or organisation that would benefit any of our four groups, please contact us so we can expand this page for the community: