Marine Breakdown Assistance
River Canal Rescue is the only Marine Breakdown service operating nationwide on all waterways in the UK. As a membership service much like the AA & RAC, we offer canal boat rescue service with an engineer on site for up to 2hrs to resolve your engine related mechanical and electrical issues.
Our staff operate across the country and attend over 75% of all callouts, backed up by a network of vetted contractors. Membership starts from as little as £75 for the year and with replacment parts included, offers members a comprehensive package to ensure peace of mind cruising.
Ditch the map It's on the App
RCR’s WaterNav mapping was developed for both members and non-members to navigate the waterways without the need for physical maps.
It offers offline access – displays POIs and canal closures, details of mooring locations and local facilities, as well as pinpointing your location.
The route planning options are available once you create an account and with options of picking location, searching for a location or using your own current position, it provides lots of flexibility. You can also chose journey times, lock delays and speed.
Latest Blog Posts
RCR boat story winner
A story about two boaters who sold their home for a life afloat and the mishaps they encountered during their first summer adventure has won
A Day to Remember: Celebrating 25 Years of River Canal Rescue
Sunday 8 June 2025 marked a major milestone in the journey of River Canal Rescue (RCR): our 25th Anniversary Celebration. What began in 2000 as
5 Common Canal Boat Breakdowns – and How to Avoid Them
If you’re a proud canal boat owner, you know there’s nothing quite like the tranquillity of cruising the waterways. But one unexpected breakdown can quickly
Marine Breakdown Assistance
Direct Debit payments now available
Guaranteed Servicing
RCR undertake engine servicing and Engine Inspections during an exclusive period from Mid September to Mid March each year.
Tips and Advice
River Canal Rescue is about more than providing a breakdown service, we strongly believe in education and development of skills for boaters.
Bilgeaway Filters
The World’s first environmentally friendly filter. BilgeAway
stops fuel and oil pollution from your bilge discharge.
Engine Inspections
Our engine and electrical inspections consist of a 21 point check. The engineer will complete a written report indicating the condition of the engine.
