Community Cleanup Success
50 volunteers cleared 2 tons of debris from the canal banks this weekend.
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Restoring Louth's Historic Waterways
Join our mission to revive the Louth Navigation for future generations
About
The Louth Navigation Trust is dedicated to restoring and preserving our historic canal network. Founded by passionate volunteers, we work tirelessly to bring these vital waterways back to life.
Through community engagement and hands-on restoration projects, we're creating sustainable waterways that connect people with nature and heritage.
50+
Active Volunteers
12
Miles Restored
Canal History
Discover the rich heritage spanning over 200 years of waterway engineering and community resilience.
1767 - Construction Begins
The Louth Navigation was authorized by Parliament, connecting the town to the North Sea via Tetney Haven.
1850s - Peak Prosperity
Carried 40,000 tons of cargo annually, fueling Louth's agricultural and industrial growth.
1924 - Commercial Closure
Railway competition led to decline, but the infrastructure remained, waiting for revival.
Restoration
Bringing historic waterways back to life through dedicated community effort and modern engineering.
Current Projects
Lock 3 Restoration
Rebuilding 19th century lock mechanisms with modern safety standards.
75% Complete
Bank Stabilization
Preventing erosion using traditional brickwork and native planting.
Phase 2 Active
Wildlife Corridors
Creating habitats for otters, water voles and migratory birds.
Planning Stage
Help Us Complete the Vision
Every donation and volunteer hour brings us closer to fully restored waterways.
Get Involved TodayNews
Stay updated with our latest restoration achievements and upcoming community events.
Spring Planting Day
Join us to plant 500 native species along the restored canal sections.
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Funding Milestone Reached
£50,000 raised for Phase 2 restoration of historic lock gates.
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Explore our restoration journey through powerful before-and-after imagery.
Get Involved
Join our community and make a direct impact on canal restoration.
How You Can Help
1
Volunteer Your Time
Join weekend work parties and community restoration days.
2
Donate Resources
Support our ongoing projects with financial contributions.
3
Spread Awareness
Share our mission with friends and local communities.
Next Volunteer Day
Saturday, March 23rd - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Lock 3, Louth Navigation
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join 200+ active volunteers restoring our waterways.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more about our restoration work and how you can help.
Get In Touch
Contact Information
Address
Louth Navigation Trust
Canal Office
Louth, Lincolnshire
LN11 0DJ, UK
Phone
+44 (0)1507 600000Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
