Canals.UK 4.9

Canals.UK is a valuable tool for individuals who explore the canal network by boat or on foot. With this application, users can easily navigate the extensive 2,000-mile UK canal system, discovering essential points of interest such as locks, bridges, aqueducts, tunnels, mooring locations, and amenities.

The free version provides:

• A comprehensive map of all UK canals featuring detailed information on locks, bridges, and facilities.
• Highlights of mile markers, boatyards, CRT Notices, fish and chips establishments, launderettes, canal-side pubs, and local convenience stores.
• A user-friendly linear diagram displaying all canals to help you track your location and updates in real-time when using tracking features.
• Alerts from Canal & River Trust regarding navigation restrictions.
• Convenient access to important phone numbers and website links.
• The ability to store pertinent details about your boat in the "My Boat" section.
• Estimated boat speed, current location, and sunrise/sunset times.

Upgrading to the 'Go Pro' version through an in-app purchase offers additional features:

• An efficient 'Nearby' function that locates points of interest near your current position.
• A 'Daily Boat Log' for documenting diary entries and showcasing continuous boating activities.
• Personalized creation of Points of Interest (POI) to mark favorite spots like mooring locations or preferred pubs on the map.
• Information on major canal rings for adventurous journeys.
• A 'Route Planner' tool to assist in planning canal routes with estimated durations.
• 'Boat Tracker' functionality to monitor your boat's position even when the app is inactive (requires iPhone/iPad to be operational).
• A 'TV Aerial Finder' feature that helps identify optimal reception spots from nearby Freeview TV masts.