My houseboat hell – why living on the canal isn’t for everyone - Living on the canal has its charms, but there is a lot people don’t tell you about ...

We were living on the boat within a week. At first it was great. There was nothing better than waking up on the canal mid-summer, having a cup of tea on the water. Not to mention the savings on ...

Liz McIvor tells the story of the people who operated the canal boats, carrying fuel and goods around the country at the height of their importance. She also looks at the reality of daily living ...