Waterways Experiences

Waterways Experiences A full price list for trips can be found on our website:

https://wexp.org.uk/boat-trips/day-trips/what-does-it-cost/ All ages and abilities welcome.
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Waterways Experiences (WEXP) is an organisation promoting accessible canal boating for everyone. Come and learn how to steer a canal boat and try your hand at working the locks. Fully equipped and skippered boats available for day trips for up to 35 passengers and residential trips. Experience the beauty of the Grand Union canal near Kings Langley in a fun and safe environment. Our boats are fully

adapted to take wheelchairs. Each summer, we supplement our regular programme of day trips with some very special residential holidays for small numbers of disadvantaged young people. In 2017 we added some weekend trips for young carers – people whose daily lives include a large measure of caring for a sibling or parent. We are a charity completely run by volunteers. We are open for business throughout the year, but please contact us at least four weeks ahead of your proposed trip date. Late Spring and Summer dates are booking fast, so we recommend even earlier reservations for these to be sure of getting your preferred date. Don’t miss out, book today! Please call our friendly bookings team on 01923 723819 option 1

Would you like to make a difference in your community? If you think you might be interested in volunteering and would li...
05/06/2026

Would you like to make a difference in your community? If you think you might be interested in volunteering and would like to find out more about what is involved in volunteering with WExp, then please visit our website or drop us a message to find out more: https://wexp.org.uk/volunteer/




Volunteers' Week

to a trip from last June! 🌞⚓ From the sunshine on the water to the smiles and laughter, days like these remind us why ...
04/06/2026

to a trip from last June! 🌞⚓ From the sunshine on the water to the smiles and laughter, days like these remind us why we do what we do. It’s a privilege to help groups across our community enjoy memorable experiences and create moments that last a lifetime💙

03/06/2026

Volunteering creates change in every corner of the UK, and employee volunteers play an important role in making that happen.

This June, more than 600 employee volunteers will support over 20 community organisations, contributing their time, skills and energy to projects that strengthen communities, improve local spaces and support people to thrive.

From hospice shops and youth organisations to community gardens and employment projects, these volunteering days are helping organisations achieve more than they could alone.

Read how employee volunteers are making a difference this Volunteers' Week: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/volunteers-week-employee-volunteering-in-action/

📸 Here are a few wonderful photos taken by our lovely volunteer, Ian, on the journey back from the Batchworth Boat Rally...
03/06/2026

📸 Here are a few wonderful photos taken by our lovely volunteer, Ian, on the journey back from the Batchworth Boat Rally the other week.

There's something really special about heading a little further afield and exploring parts of the Grand Union Canal that we don't often get to see. From peaceful stretches of water and historic locks to the beautiful scenery along the way, every mile offers something new to enjoy.

A huge thank you to Ian for capturing these lovely moments and allowing us to relive a wonderful trip. We hope you enjoy the photos as much as we enjoyed the adventure! 🚤☀️🌿💙

We are celebrating . Our boat trips need crew to run the trips, however there are many more volunteers doing amazing th...
02/06/2026

We are celebrating . Our boat trips need crew to run the trips, however there are many more volunteers doing amazing things behind the scenes to support and promote these trips. We want to say a BIG thank you to ALL our volunteers for their time and dedication. You help to make such a difference in our community! 💙



Volunteers' Week

01/06/2026

Volunteers' Week 2026 is here. 🎉

A week for us to celebrate the millions that make a difference to our society, shining a light on the power of kindness, generosity, and community spirit. We can't wait to see what you're all doing to celebrate. Don't forget to tag and let's work together to thank more volunteers than ever before.

Come rain or shine our volunteer skipper and crew make sure you have the most enjoyable day on the water. You can sit ba...
01/06/2026

Come rain or shine our volunteer skipper and crew make sure you have the most enjoyable day on the water. You can sit back and enjoy the company of the rest of your group, absorbing the peace and calm of the boat gliding along in leisurely fashion.

We had a wonderful time at the Batchworth Boat Rally last weekend! A huge thank you to our amazing volunteer, Ian, for c...
31/05/2026

We had a wonderful time at the Batchworth Boat Rally last weekend! A huge thank you to our amazing volunteer, Ian, for capturing these fantastic photos from across the weekend. 🚤📸



Friends of Grand Union Canal
Batchworth Boat Rally

Rickmansworth Waterways Trust

Canal & River Trust

Some our lovely volunteers attend regular training trips. Our trips come with volunteer skippers and crew. They are all ...
30/05/2026

Some our lovely volunteers attend regular training trips. Our trips come with volunteer skippers and crew. They are all trained for your safety and enjoyment while onboard. We have such a wonderful team of volunteers here at Wexp 💙

29/05/2026

Morning All.
Tree at sewer lock has been cleared and Im on schedule.
Tring Today.
Berkhamsted on Saturday.
Hemel Heapstead on Sunday.
Rickmansworth and Watford Next weekend.

Address

Nash Mills Recreation Centre
Hemel Hempstead
HP39TE

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

01923723819

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