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Founded by a diverse community of like-minded individuals, this platform is dedicated to bringing together a wide range of entities, including sole traders, small and large businesses, charities, and individuals who share a common love for waterways.

WATaR offers a range of event information and subscriptions designed to increase your awareness, boost attendance, and grow its community base. With a team of experienced people, the platform will provide valuable advice and information on trading on the UK waterways, helping traders navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of this niche market.

Are you a business looking to expand your trading opportunities in the UK waterways network? Look no further than Waterways Artisans, Traders and Retailers (WATaR), a place dedicated to connecting individuals and businesses to explore trading opportunities on the picturesque UK waterways.

By becoming a subscribing member of this thriving community, you will have access to a range of benefits and resources aimed at helping you grow your business and make the most of trading opportunities on the waterways. From networking events to expert advice on trading concerns, Waterways Artisans, Traders and Retailers (WATaR) is your one-stop shop for all things related to waterway trading.

Whether you are a seasoned trader looking to expand your market or a budding artisan eager to showcase your creations, joining the WATaR community today could be the best decision you make for your business. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow traders, organisers and retailers, learn from experienced traders, interact with event organisers and take your business or events to new heights.

Our Aims

Our inclusive approach sets WATaR apart from other organisations by creating a vibrant and diverse community of traders, organisers, charities and canal side businesses.

WATaR offers a range of event information and subscriptions designed to increase your awareness, boost attendance, and grow its community base. With a team of experienced people, this community will provide valuable advice and information on trading on the UK waterways, helping traders navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of this niche market.

Whether you are a seasoned trader looking to expand your reach or a newcomer eager to explore the world of waterway trading, an organiser looking for traders, WATaR is the perfect place to grow your business or event, learn and connect with like-minded individuals. Expand your horizons, grow your business, and explore new trading opportunities.

We also have #followwalter to help you find trading opportunities.

Our Ethos

Our Ethos is INCLUSIVITY

What sets Waterways Artisans, Traders and Retailers -WATaR apart from the rest is its inclusive approach, welcoming anyone with a passion for trading on or beside the UK waterways.

Whether you are a sole trader, a small or large business, trading on the water or beside it, supplying a service to boat owners, operating from your boat, a canal related charity or simply someone who loves the waterways and interested in supporting those who work there, we welcome your participation no matter how small.

We are people who share a common identity or interests and who have come together to support each other.