Welcome to the HNBOC

Random boat image The Historic Narrow Boat Owners Club was formed in 1966 and is a not-for-profit club dedicated to preserving the working heritage of UK canals, from the boats themselves to details of the waterways on which they travel.  We are passionate about working boats, traditional skills, the built heritage, and the practices and courtesies of the working boat people.
 
We are an active pressure group for navigational and waterway heritage interests and we welcome all who support our aims, whether boat owners or not.  By supporting the Club, you are helping to ensure that the UK’s canals retain their unique heritage value.  Where a traditional working boat can go, so can any smaller boat.
 
We hope you enjoy exploring this website.

Tom Rolt Centenary Celebrations - 2010

2010 is the 100th anniversary of the birth of Tom Rolt – there will be commemorative cruises and events throughout the year, from February to November. The IWA has a full list of events on its website.