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Latest Information Updates
An organisation in crisis
At a recent Association of Inland Navigation Authorities (AINA) the CEO presented a paper on the situation of the Conservancy. In summary it explains the current situation with the lock islands, the lack of significant funding, the possible future of the Conservancy and the River Cam without significant funding.
You can read the full paper here
Fund Britain's Waterways
Petition · Fund Britain's Waterways - United Kingdom - Change.org
Help us urge the Prime Minister not to stand by but to ensure the government takes action today to help safeguard Britain’s canals and rivers now and for future generations. We, the undersigned, ask that the Prime Minister acknowledges the many social, economic and environmental benefits that Britain’s inland waterways provide and gives assurance that the government will intervene, where ...
3 April 2025
Watch this space for details about our upcoming Open Day event week commencing 23 June!
It's the perfect opportunity to explore, engage, and find out what the Conservancy is doing.
More information will be on the website soon.
March 2025
The Conservators of the River Cam circular
The Conservancy will be uploading a bi monthly bulletin providing an update on its operations. The latest updates can be found here
29/01/2025
Booms will be in place downstream of Baits Bite Lock on 31st January, 5th February and 7th February. Moorings downstream of the lock are also closed effective today until further notice. This is to enable essential works at Baits Bite Lock.
Temporary Closure of Baits Bite Lock and Jesus Lock In Place
21/05/2024
Follow link to the Lock Islands 2024 page for further information and FAQ's
Please follow the link here to see latest updates on tree works.
The Inland Waterways Association ‘IWA’s ’ concerns for The Conservancy’s lack of funding
04/11/2024
The IWA has expressed concern for The Conservancy’s financial situation, whilst campaigning for adequate broader funding for Britain’s navigable rivers and canals. Please follow the link to read the whole article.
Further information on broader IWA campaigning is available here.
Clayhithe 48 hour visitor mooring - partial closure
Update: 21/05/2024
A gap has been identified between the bank and concrete caping along the revetments at the 48 hour mooring . The visitor mooring is therefore partially closed at the upstream end, to ensure public safety.
Anglian Water Waste Water Treatment Plant Relocation Project - Update 12/04/2024
The public Planning Examination is now drawing to a close, the remaining related dates related to the examination of the draft Development Consent Order (DCO), presented by the applicants, Anglian Water are:
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Deadline 7 is 12/04/2024.
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The expected finish date 17/04/2024
The results of the examination will then be returned to the government by the Examining Authority with their recommendations for a final decision.
Please see below links to websites for more detailed information, including recent transcripts and recordings of the public hearings.
Anglian Water:
Cambridge Waste Water Treatment Plant Relocation Project – About The Project (cwwtpr.com)
Planning Inspectorate:
Cambridge Waste Water Treatment Plant Relocation - Project information (planninginspectorate.gov.uk)
It is anticipated that the proposed relocation will impact the navigation as highlighted below:
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The construction phase, which will involve some temporary restrictions to the navigation.
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The operation of the outlet, it is anticipated that the impact will be minimal.
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Any necessary maintenance work in the year's to follow, this will likely involve temporary restrictions to the navigation.
The Conservancy is also working to ensure that any powers granted to Anglian Water in the fulfilment of this project are no more than are necessary.
Vegetation growth along the towpath between Clayhithe and Baits Bite Lock.
Update: 25/07/2024
The County Council has cut the grass between these locations, however there is still some overhanging vegetation. All towpath users should exercise care when using this section of the towpath, and especially cyclists.
VISITING VESSELS
Anglian Pass for 2025/26
Please ensure that if you are visiting the Cam in a powered boat that you already hold an Anglian Pass.
Details of the Anglian Pass may be found on the following website page:
Anglian Pass - apply online | Anglian Waterways
Jesus Lock and Baits Bite lock are closed on the River Cam. Please click here for updates on the locks.
It should be noted that there are no Visitors Passes or Visitor registrations other than the Anglian Pass. Vessels visiting for event participation should contact the Event Organiser for details regarding accessing the Conservancy navigation.
Annual Boat Registration
The 1st of April to the 31st of March the following year represents the registration period for all boats/vessels that use the River Cam. River users should be aware that to use a vessel on the navigation without a valid licence representing the vessels annual registration, is a breach to the Conservancy Byelaws. The byelaw requirements for this are set out in our byelaws section 8. Registration of Boats. Please ensure your vessels are appropriately registered.
For applications and further information please visit our Boat Registration page or click here.