Decorated yacht at Neptune's Staircase lock flight (John Moore)

About Us

We look after the Scottish canals, conserving them as part of our heritage, and transforming them to play a vital role in Scotland today.

Scottish flags flying on a decorated boat

Our Structure and Governance

The British Waterways Board, operating as Scottish Canals, will continue in Scotland as a stand alone public body...

Trip boat on The Falkirk Wheel

Annual Reports and Accounts

These reports contain our operational and financial review for the past year.

Sailing boats taking part in the Sail Caledonia event, Caledonian Canal

Meet the Board

From1st April 2012 the current BW Board has delegated its powers and responsibilities in respect of BW’s canals in Scotland...

Yachts at Fort Augustus Lock Flight during The Crossing event (John Moore)

Contact Us

Our customer service teams in each local waterway office will be pleased to assist with any queries or concerns.

Kelpie statues at the new entrance to the Forth & Clyde Canal

Meet the Team

Our Senior Management Team work with their teams and the Board to manage the business.

View of Bona Lighthouse from Loch Ness

Your Environment and Heritage

We aim to showcase best practice in environment and heritage management on the Scottish canal network.