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Open Canal Map UK

Open Canal Map UK

Navigation for UK boaters

10 ratings
46 reviews
✈️ Travel
🗺️ Navigation
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 8, 2018
  • May 9, 2022

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Developer

Tom Sapey
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About

Navigate the UK's waterways with a comprehensive map of canals and rivers. Discover points of interest like locks, services, and commercial amenities. Contribute to the community by adding new locations and keeping the map up-to-date.

✓UK canal and river mapping
✓Points of interest (locks, bridges, services)
✓User contributions and updates
✓Boater services (water, pumpouts)
✓Commercial services for cruisers
✓Automatic map updates
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What's New in Open Canal Map UK

2.1.39

May 9, 2022

Fix GPS issue. Map now loads before GPS location is requested. Fix map going to user location when switching views Added feature to keep screen awake while using application

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Maps ok - out of date info

None of the latest CRT stoppages are listed. Data that is there is out of date.
PhilB63PhilB63

never updates regular don't trust it

ok but to many notices not updated regular enough to rely on months out of date and not corrected ever over last three years
fhtreeeyyvfhtreeeyyv

Could easily be much better

Great app. Like that you can see waterways when you zoom out. Even more helpful if CRT notices could be updated more frequently?
Mire6000Mire6000

Historical view year

Fantastic app the historical view is really really interesting, it would be really useful to know what year the historical map view is from.
zaxxis225zaxxis225

Stratford canal tow path closure

Tow path closure is at What3Words
Pests.soils.smashes
Not where the app has it 🥰
CoddjanCoddjan
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FAQ

What does the Open Canal Map UK app do?

This app provides a detailed map of the UK's navigable canals and rivers. It highlights points of interest crucial for boaters, such as navigation aids like locks and bridges, essential services like water points and pumpouts, and commercial amenities relevant to long-term cruising.

What kind of points of interest are included on the map?

The map includes a wide range of points of interest. These cover navigation features (locks, bridges, junctions), boater services (water points, toilet pumpouts), and commercial services (laundry, convenience stores). It also features user-submitted additions like high-quality mooring spots and private marinas.

Is the Open Canal Map UK app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing all users to access its features without cost.

How are new points of interest added to the map?

The map is a community-driven project. Fellow boaters can contribute by adding missing items directly to the map. These user submissions are reviewed and added periodically, ensuring the map remains current and comprehensive.

How does the map update?

The map will auto-update automatically when new points of interest are added by the community. This ensures that users always have access to the most current information available for UK waterways.