Scottish Canals

We're the custodians of Scotland's canals - a vital part of our nation's rich heritage, contributing #CanalMagic to Scottish life for 250 years.

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

It was great to welcome Martin Rhodes, MP for Glasgow North, to the Forth & Clyde Canal in Glasgow last week. We’re proud to work with partners and communities to create vibrant, accessible spaces that support regeneration, wellbeing, and climate resilience.

[Martin Rhodes @MartinRhodes21]

Great to meet with John Paterson, CEO of @scottishcanals on the Forth & Clyde here in Glasgow North to hear about the challenges and opportunities for development along the canal to improve the public environment.

[Actify @Actify]

Active Places and Spaces 🌿
Discover how organisations like NatureScot and Scottish Canals are transforming local environments to make it easier for everyone to move more.

Learn more & get involved 👉 https://t.co/nnN39dOVQd

#HealthyCommunities #ActiveScotland #Placemaking

[Paddle Steamer Waverley @PS_Waverley]

WATCH WAVERLEY’S RETURN TO CRINAN📽️

On Monday 19th May, Waverley made her first call at Crinan since 1995 during her sailing from Glasgow to Oban. After departing Glasgow at 7:30am, she arrived at Crinan nearly 11 hours later, having called at Largs and Campbeltown before rounding the Mull of Kintyre and sailing up the east side of Gigha.

We’re delighted to share a video of this rare and memorable visit. We would like to extend a special thanks to @scottishcanals for allowing Waverley to call at Crinan once again.

The Crinan Canal, stretching 9 miles through Argyll and Bute, connects Ardrishaig with Crinan and offers a shortcut between the Firth of Clyde and the Inner Hebrides.

Want to explore the other end of the Crinan canal?

Waverley sails to Ardrishaig on Sunday 17th August. Join us from Glasgow, Greenock, Largs or Tighnabruaich and enjoy time ashore to discover this unique village.

Book now at https://t.co/SvfhzZVoCb or call 0141 243 2224.

[The Harbour, Alloa Academy @AlloaEASN]

We had the best day with friends, cruising the peaceful waterways on an inclusive canal boat with Seagull Trust Cruises, Falkirk — relaxing, fun, and filled with great memories! @scottishcanals @AlloaAcademy #CanalLife #InclusiveTravel #BestDay

[Edinburgh Union Canal Society @EdinburghUCS]

Edinburgh Union Canal Society were delighted to attend the 25th anniversary of the 'M8 Bridge 21A' opening at Broxburn, on the Union Canal, yesterday ...
... the weather just could not have been better; and it was great to see so many people turn out, to witness the event :-)

[The Kilted Photographer @TheKiltedPhoto]

A very unique 360 of The Kelpies, here is a shot from inside Baron's mouth looking towards Grangemouth 💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
https://t.co/IKvJ9tYOHA

You can experience this view first hand by taking part in The Kelpies Experience 😍

This is a screen capture from a video, so the quality is not the best but gives you an idea 😁

#TheKelpies #Kelpies #Falkirk #thekelpiesexperience #Andyscott #CanalMagic #VisitScotland #VisitFalkirk

@VisitScotland @VFalkirk @scottishcanals @falkirkcouncil

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

Discover the beauty of the Caledonian Canal this summer! ⛵☀

Set sail on a beautiful journey along this 60-mile stretch of canal cutting through the spectacular Great Glen 🏔

Transit licences available to book on our website ➡ https://t.co/8rrRbovjiG

#CaledonianCanal

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

Wishing everyone taking part in @thekiltwalk this weekend the very best of luck! 🚶‍♀️👍

Please note that sections along the Forth & Clyde Canal will be busier than usual this weekend as the #Kiltwalk takes to the towpaths.

#CanalMagic

[The National Lottery Heritage Fund Scotland @HeritageFundSCO]

It's Global Intergenerational Week #GIW25

@HeritageFundUK supports intergenerational working in many projects.

This month, with @scottishcanals, we announced funding for Lock 16 to help ensure traditional skills are shared with future generations

@GenerationsWT

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

Are you a Chartered Civil Engineer looking for your next management role?

We are recruiting for a Technical Manager to join our Engineering & Infrastructure department in Glasgow or Falkirk, Scotland leading the Civils Design team.

➡ https://t.co/u5gVuZH2zi

@ICEScotland

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

The canals are full of wonderful wildlife! ✨🦆

As you enjoy the beauty of our blue spaces, let's remember to respect the incredible creatures that call our waterways home. 🦆🦋

#WildlifeWednesday

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

@LordWoolamaloo @edinhelp Hello, the towpath is closed for resurfacing by our contractor Mackenzie Construction until early June, with a diversion in place in the interim.

More info here ➡https://t.co/RSqeeVbDXk

Best wishes, Scottish Canals.

[AC Advertiser @acadvertiser]

Programme run by @ScottishOpera and @scottishcanals taking place at @SummerleeMuseum includes a special children's show plus two Gilbert & Sullivan classics #popupopera #opera #music #performances #tour #summer #stages #schools
https://t.co/1aRDawXkBc

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

We were delighted to attend the 50th anniversary celebration of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society last week. 🎉

Congratulations @LUCS_Canal on this incredible achievement, and thanks to all of the wonderful volunteers who help to care for our canal network. 💙

@MillarRichard

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

We're #hiring! 👋 We have an exciting opportunity for a Multi Skilled Technician to join our Engineering Team in Dochgarroch, Inverness.

Looking for a job #LikeNoOther?

More info and to apply ➡ https://t.co/FpD9785ymG

#JobVacancy #Engineering #CaledonianCanal

[Built Environment Forum Scotland @TheBEFS]

💰 MAJOR FUNDING NEWS! Last week £3.7m from @HeritageFundUK for new Centre of Excellence for Canals & Traditional Skills at Lock 16, Falkirk. Partnership between @scottishcanals & @HistEnvScot will boost heritage skills training and apprenticeships. More: https://t.co/vvoIIqoOcg

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

We're working with @MackenzieConstr on our biggest engineering works since the Millennium Link Project re-opened the Lowland canals 25 years ago. Find out what's happening between locks 16 and 11 in our blog: https://t.co/DS6p9dRIg7 @falkirkcouncil @MathesonMichael

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

Looking for a rewarding challenge?

We are recruiting for a Technical Manager in Glasgow/Falkirk to transform Scotland's canals.

Apply now! ➡https://t.co/u5gVuZH2zi

#Engineering #Vacancy #ScottishCanals

@ICEScotland @ScotEngineering

[The National Lottery Heritage Fund Scotland @HeritageFundSCO]

Our Director for Scotland Caroline Clark writes in today's @TheScotsman about how @HeritageFundUK's invested £1 billion of National Lottery support in Scotland's heritage, and looks to the future https://t.co/m7DUGXsWyb

[Scottish Canals @scottishcanals]

We are proud to announce that The Falkirk Wheel has achieved the Gold @GreenTourismUK Award! 🏆

This award recognises our dedication to sustainability and the collective effort to keep our site eco-friendly. 💚

Read more ➡ https://t.co/a3a0BdA6sf