Brought to you by the publishers of Britain's best-selling canal and river magazine, Waterways World, in association with ABC Boat Hire, this is your essential guide to 12 of our favourite waterways and everything you need to know to navigate them. Including detailed maps, cruising times and distances, nearby boating facilities, lock workings, must-visit attractions and more. We also share our boat-hiring FAQs and top 20 boat-handling tips. With comprehensive and expert advice on buying a boat and planning a cruise, we'll help you prepare to get out on the water with confidence.