A number of historic canalside properties have been restored and transformed into holiday lets along the Caledonian and Crinan canals.
Why not spend your holiday in an old lock keeper's cottage, watch the boats go by as you overlook the canal, and enjoy the amazing scenery which surrounds you.
Repairs to the broken lock gate at Gairlochy on the Caledonian Canal have now been completed.
Take a look at our photo gallery to see how the repairs were carried out.
The buildings and overall site offer scope for a variety of different potential uses which may involve gradual investment over a period of time as part of a staged approach. Grant assistance may be available to assist with certain development options.
This is an excellent time to review the role of our current advisory groups and the public meetings programme we have. We need to ensure efficiency but, most importantly, that communications between the new Scottish Canals Board and management team and all those with a stake in securing the future of the canals are open, direct and fruitful.
Working at The Whisky Bond will be different. It will be more than just another office. The six-storey warehouse is being transformed into a creative factory for Glasgow where like-minded folks can run a business from our selection of affordable offices, studios and flexible desk space.
Bring your own boat, hire a yacht or holiday barge. There are so many ways to enjoy the canals from the water.
Running and walking along a canal towpath can give you a completely different view on a place, even somewhere you know well. Enjoy well maintained paths and a traffic free atmosphere, an ideal location for a leisurely walk or as part of your exercise routine.
Find a canal spot close to home for a bit of tranquil fishing or plan a trip into some of Scotland's stunning highland scenery. Canals are great places for fishing for beginners and experienced fishermen alike. And the great thing about Scotland's canals is the variety they offer.
Scotland's canals are already host to thousands of paddle sport enthusiasts every year. Choose your local canal, simply complete the licence form, read the safety tips and you are ready to discover the joys of paddling along the Scottish canal network.
Cycling is a great way to get fit and stay fit. Enjoy the outdoors, exercise with the family and feel the benefits. Enjoy a leisurely cycle ride along your local canal or take the family and the bikes off the towpath and discover some fantastic canal side pubs and restaurants.
A canal holiday allows you to journey through the country, taking in the landscape and hearing some of the stories of Scotland’s past as you go. Or you might choose a holiday cottage or hotel as a base for exploring along the canals on foot or by bike.
Scotland's canals will soon be home to some of the most contemporary homes in the UK. If you would love a new way of living and want to lead the way then give us a call to plan your new home by the water!
Scotland’s canals are a great place to volunteer, get involved and make a difference. With lots of opportunities on all Scotland’s canals, from cleaning up canal banks to wildlife surveys; or even carrying out historical research.
Use our ready price reckoner to help you find the most suitable canal licence for your boat. Whether it's a short transit from one end to the other, or a 2 week holiday sailing on the canals and lochs, there are a variety of licences available..