Just Add Water

Just Add Water is your inspiring guide to over 100 ways to recharge and relax on the UK's rivers, lakes, and canals.

Embrace the Blue Health Revolution

Discover the rejuvenating power of water with this comprehensive guide to mood-boosting activities and adventures. Just Add Water explores the growing concept of "blue health" – the idea that being near water can significantly benefit your overall wellbeing.

Dive into a World of Activities

This book features nearly 200 destinations across the UK, organized into 15 core activities, including:

• Walking and exploring scenic waterways.
• Enjoying a relaxing boating holiday.
• Taking a refreshing wild swim.
• Having a picturesque picnic or dining at waterside restaurants.
• Kayaking, rowing, and paddleboarding.
• Attending vibrant river and canal festivals.
• Camping under the stars by the water.
• Observing wildlife and visiting wetland centres.
• Volunteering and engaging with the waterways community.
• Learning traditional waterways skills like coracle building and canal art.
• Taking a scenic ride on a passenger boat or ferry.
• Trying your hand at fishing.
• Enjoying family-friendly days out by the water.
• Experiencing the unique lifestyle of living on water.

With stunning images and practical information, Just Add Water is the perfect companion for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature, boost their mood, and discover the hidden gems of Britain's waterways.

About the Author

Sarah Henshaw is an experienced journalist and waterways enthusiast. She has served as the editor of several waterway publications and has written for national newspapers and magazines. She has also lived on a narrowboat, giving her first-hand experience of life on the water.

Praise for Just Add Water

"A combination of luminous writing, excellent photography and neat presentation ensures that Just Add Water serves as a wonderful source of inspiration for those looking to spend time in close proximity to water." — British Travel Journal