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# Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Park

Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Park

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## Pages

- [Home](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/) - Discover the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Park, From boat rides to cycling and nature walks, there are lots to discover in the BMK Waterway Park.
- [Home](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/) - Discover the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Park, From boat rides to cycling and nature walks, there are lots to discover in the BMK Waterway Park.
- [Electra: Milton Keynes Community Boat](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/) - Available for public & private charter, Electra runs trips throughout the year from Campbell Wharf in Milton Keynes. Where will your next cruise take you?
- [Electra: Milton Keynes Community Boat](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/) - Available for public & private charter, Electra runs trips throughout the year from Campbell Wharf in Milton Keynes. Where will your next cruise take you?
- [Volunteer with Electra](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/volunteering/)
- [Book A Cruise](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/book-a-cruise/)
- [John Bunyan Boat - Cruise the Great Ouse](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/) - The John Bunyan Community Boat offers a range of scenic river cruises along the River Great Ouse in Bedford from April to October, enabling both local people and visitors to Bedford to access the wonderful river environment. Our 2026 Public Cruises tickets are now on sale. Our Public Cruise Guide available to download here. View
- [Charter Cruises](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/charter/) - The John Bunyan Boat offers you a unique and fascinating venue to impress your guests with a private river cruise. We can cater for every occasion as you cruise along the river, simply relax and admire the scenery or enjoy dancing and entertainment on board. Hold your next meeting / small conference, Business promotion or
- [How to book](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/programme/)
- [The Electra story](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/story/)
- [Facilities & boarding points](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/facilities-and-boarding-points/) - Great facilities Electra takes a maximum of 12 guests on board, with six tables for two in the saloon (see boat layout below). The boat is designed for all-weather cruising, with large picture windows and an open area to stand outside. The small Café Bar is available for both hot and cold refreshments. Easy access There are
- [Schools and youth groups](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/schools/)
- [e-News sign-up](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/e-news-sign-up/)
- [Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/bedford-milton-keynes-waterway-trust/)
- [John Bunyan Community Boat Facilities](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/facilities/)
- [Get Involved](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/join-us/)
- [Volunteering Opportunities](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/volunteering-opportunities/) - Volunteering is a hugely valuable and rewarding experience for the volunteers and the activities they support Everything we do relies on the enthusiastic volunteers who willingly offer their time and skills to this fantastic project. Every volunteer brings different skills providing the organisation with a wide range of experience that it can draw on. It
- [Volunteering with John Bunyan Boat](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/volunteering/)
- [Departure Points and Parking](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/departure/)
- [Partners and supporters](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/partners-sponsors/) - Founding sponsors & supporters Electra wouldn’t have been possible without a wide range of founding sponsors and supporters. We proudly carry their names on port and starboard panels. We’re always looking to make new friends, find fresh sponsors, and reach new supporters. ● Moore’s Fish & Chips in Oxley Park ● Macintyre Bakery and Coffee Shop
- [Electra files for crew](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/electra-files-for-crew/) - HOW TO GUIDES Click here for the how to files you need ROUTE GUIDES Click here for the route guides you need
- [Public Cruise - Your Questions Answered](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/public-cruises/) - A cruise on the river gives you a completely different view of the town. Even people who’ve lived here all their lives see something new!
- [Community cruises](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/community/)
- [Boat Book a Charter](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/johnbunyanboat/book-a-charter/)
- [Electra for business](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/electra/electra_for_business/) - Say ‘thank you’ to customers and staff Reward both your team and your clients with the unique Electra experience. Our core cruise lasts 2.5 hours – perfect for networking, VIP trips, or just a relaxing, fun way to say ‘thank you’. The tranquil and informal setting is ideal for meaningful conversations. An original venue for
- [Contact us](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/contact-us/) - Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Enterprises Ltd and Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust A limited company registered in England no. 5760839. A charitable incorporated organisation, registered charity no 1114294 • Registered Office address: 9 Windmill Hill, Biddenham, Bedford, England, MK40 4AG
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## News & Events

- [BMK Newsletter July 2026](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/bmk-newsletters/) - Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust Newsletter 2026 July 2026: BMK News July 2026 March 2026: BMK News March 2026 2025 Nov 2025: BMK News Nov 2025 July 2025: BMK News July 2025 April 2025: BMK News April 2025 2024 Nov 2024: BMK News Nov 2024 July 2024: BMK News July 2024 March 2024: BMK
- [BMKWT Business Plan Summary 2026-2031](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/bmkwt-business-plan-summary-2026-2031/) - Our revised Business Plan is now available for download by the following link;- Business Plan Summary 2026 - 2031
- [Simon Clewlow and Blake Stephenson MP Video Chat](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/simon-clewlow-and-blake-stevenson-video-chat/) - It was fantastic that Blake Stephenson was joined by Simon Clewlow from BMK Waterway Trust on a piece of land which could one day be part of the BMK Waterway Park running from Milton Keynes to Bedford.
- [Universal Theme Park Development, confirmed for Bedford](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/universal-theme-park-development-confirmed-for-bedford/) - The Waterway runs alongside the Universal development for approximately half a mile. We plan to work with their representatives to explore how both projects will complement each other.
- [19th AGM Agenda on 14th October 2025 at 7.30pm & Minutes of previous AGM](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/19th-agm-agenda-on-14th-october-2025-at-7-30pm-minutes-of-previous-agm/) - 19th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE BEDFORD & MILTON KEYNES WATERWAY TRUST HELD AT: BOX END PARK, BOX END ROAD, BEDFORD, MK43 8RQ ON TUESDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2025 AT 7.30 PM
- [New Business Case Backs £475M Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway as High-Value Investment for Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/new-business-case-backs-475m-bedford-milton-keynes-waterway-as-high-value-investment-for-oxford-cambridge-growth-corridor/) - A newly released Outline Business Case for the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway confirms that the proposed 26km canal would offer outstanding value for money, delivering £2.40 in benefits for every £1 invested.
- [The Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust 11th Annual Partnership Conference](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/the-bedford-milton-keynes-waterway-trust-11th-annual-partnership-conference/) - The Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust held its 11th Annual Partnership Conference on Friday, 9 May to promote the BMK Waterway Park. BMK Waterway Trust Chair, Simon Clewlow, hosted the event and, after a welcome from the Chair of the Forest of Marston Vale Trust, Rod J Calvert OBE DL, the Trust was supported
- [18th AGM Agenda on 25th June at 7.30pm & Minutes of previous AGM](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/18th-agm-agenda-on-25th-june-at-7-30pm-minutes-of-previous-agm/) - 18th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE BEDFORD & MILTON KEYNES WATERWAY TRUST HELD AT: Box End Park, Box End, Bedford on Tuesday 25th June 2022 AT 7.30 PM
- [Kempston Mill landing stage see it first overnight mooring](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/kempston-mill-landing-stage-see-it-first-overnight-mooring/) - Kempston Mill landing stage see it first overnight mooring
- [17th AGM Agenda on 6th June at 7.30pm & Minutes of previous AGM](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/17th-agm-agenda-on-6th-june-at-7-30pm-minutes-of-previous-agm/) - 17th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE BEDFORD & MILTON KEYNES WATERWAY TRUST HELD AT: Box End Park, Box End, Bedford ON Tuesday 6th June 2022 AT 7.30 PM
- [Electra, the community boat on the Grand Union Canal, is seeking more volunteers](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/electra-the-community-boat-on-the-grand-union-canal-is-seeking-more-volunteers/) - Electra, the accessible, all-electric community canal boat, run by volunteers from the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust, already has 49 volunteers, but more are needed as demand for cruises has doubled since the boat was launched in 2021. Volunteer Chair, Denise Taylor, said “Electra volunteers are a friendly bunch who work as one big
- [Milton Keynes Community Boat – Join the Crew on 20 November!](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/milton-keynes-community-boat-join-the-crew-on-20-november/) - Following two successful public meetings held during the summer, Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterways Trust is inviting local residents to attend an open meeting on Wednesday 20 November
- [John Bunyan Community Boat officially awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service by Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Helen Nellis](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/john-bunyan-community-boat-officially-awarded-the-queens-award-for-voluntary-service-by-lord-lieutenant-of-bedfordshire-helen-nellis/) - The volunteers of the John Bunyan Community boat have been officially awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service - the MBE for volunteer groups by the Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Helen Nellis. They are among 244 local charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups to receive the prestigious award this year during the Queens Platinum Jubilee year.
- [John Bunyan Boat volunteers honoured with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/john-bunyan-boat-volunteers-honoured-with-the-queens-award-for-voluntary-service/) - The volunteers of the John Bunyan Community boat have been awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service - the MBE for volunteer groups. They are among 244 local charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups to receive the prestigious award this year.
- [16th AGM Agenda on 14th June at 7.30pm & Minutes of previous AGM](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/16th-agm-agenda-on-14th-june-at-7-30pm-minutes-of-previous-agm/) - 16th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE BEDFORD & MILTON KEYNES WATERWAY TRUST HELD AT: Box End Park, Box End, Bedford ON Tuesday 14th June 2022 AT 7.30 PM
- [John Lewis and Waitrose team up with community boat Electra.](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/john-lewis-and-waitrose-team-up-with-community-boat-electra/) - Tenants from sheltered housing in Bletchley, for people living with dementia, were treated to a canal boat cruise on Thursday 28th May, thanks to the generosity of the John Lewis Partnership.
- [The Board of the Inland Waterway Association visit Bedford](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/the-board-of-the-inland-waterway-association-visit-bedford/) - On the 12th March Bedford was honoured to host, for the first time, the board of the Inland Waterway Association. IWA is a national organisation which works to protect and restore Britain’s network of canals and navigable rivers for the enjoyment of everyone.
- [The Parks Trust teams up with Electra to offer new cruising opportunities](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/the-parks-trust-teams-up-with-electra-to-offer-new-cruising-opportunities/) - Major works to restore and interpret the historic park at Great Linford Manor have included the provision of a mooring point for Electra.
- [The John Bunyan Community Boat announces the 2022 Cruise Program.](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/the-john-bunyan-community-boat-announces-the-2022-cruise-program/) - April to September will see the familiar sight of the blue and white John Bunyan Community Boat gracing the River Great Ouse in and around Bedford. Over 46,000 passengers have enjoyed cruising on the vessel in the past 9 years on various trips, from Kempston in the West to Great Barford in the East. Manned entirely by volunteers for the benefit of the residents of Bedford and surrounding districts.
- [THE JOHN BUNYAN BOAT ANNOUNCES NEW CRUISES FOR THIS SUMMER](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/the-john-bunyan-boat-announces-new-cruises-for-this-summer/) - April draws near which signals the start of the John Bunyan Community Boat’s cruising season. This year we have a number of new cruises which encompass the delight of cruising with another activity be it dining, learning of the History of Bedford or even Gin. Starting in April on the 18th April there will be
- [The construction our new Milton Keynes Community Boat - Electra](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/building-of-our-new-milton-keynes-community-boat/) - Follow the building of our new Milton Keynes Community Boat to be located on the Grand Union Canal at Campbell Wharf Milton Keynes
- [Support the Waterway Park during Oxford / Cambridge Arc Consulation](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/support-the-waterway-park-during-oxford-cambridge-arc-consulation/) - The Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterway Trust is asking local residents and wider supporters for their help in putting the Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterway Park firmly on the Government’s radar during the Oxford to Cambridge Arc Spatial Framework public consultation.
- [All-electric community boat gets the ‘green light’](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/all-electric-community-boat-gets-the-green-light/) - Following the relaxation of the government’s COVID-19 restrictions and successful ‘sea trials’, Electra is now open for business.
- [Electra ‘takes the biscuit’](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/electra-takes-the-biscuit/) - Electra, the all-electric community boat, is pleased to announce partnerships with several local catering suppliers. Lead Cabin Host, James Clifton said: “I’m delighted that we can offer our on-board guests food and drink sourced from local Milton Keynes suppliers. It is part of our green agenda to try to reduce our food-miles by sourcing locally wherever possible”
- [AGM 2021](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/agm-2021/) - AGM 2021 Documents - The related papers to Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust 2021 AGM to be held on 24th June 2021 at 3pm.
- [All-electric community boat, Electra, officially named in Milton Keynes](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/all-electric-community-boat-electra-officially-named-in-milton-keynes/) - Today, Friday 28th May, local Entrepreneur and Chairman of Milton Keynes Dons F.C., Pete Winkelman, performed the official naming ceremony at Milton Keynes’ Campbell Park.
- [New community boat 'Electra' craned in at Milton Keynes](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/electra_craned_at_milton_keynes/) - Today, Wednesday 5th May, Electra the all-electric community boat was craned into the Grand Union Canal, just south of Milton Keynes.
- [Electra’s colour scheme unveiled](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/electras-colour-scheme-unveiled/) - A series of artist’s impressions were unveiled today, showing how Electra the all-electric boat, to be based at Milton Keynes’ Campbell Wharf, will look.
- [Conference surrounding the Oxford Cambridge Arc opportunities](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/conference-surrounding-the-oxford-cambridge-arc-opportunities/) - Conference to discuss major development and economic growth opportunities surrounding the Oxford Cambridge Arc
- [New Villages in Marston Vale](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/new-villages-in-marston-vale/) - We require your support for the Waterway Park. Please support the Waterway Park by adding your own comments to the consultation which ends on 16th March 2021 completing the online questionnaire
- [The boat with no name has a name](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/the-boat-with-no-name-has-a-name/) - The name was chosen by the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust’s MK Community Boat volunteer management team, in consultation with founding project partners Crest Nicholson/Campbell Wharf and the Parks Trust. Over 200 suggestions were put forward following a public appeal for suggestions.
- [Milton Keynes has ‘the boat with no name’](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/milton-keynes-has-the-boat-with-no-name/) - The charity building the boat, the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust, is appealing to the public for help, seeking suggestions for a name, ready for the boat which will be launched next spring. BoatyMKBoatface, Jolly Roger, Super Trouper, Black Beard and Lekky Boatie have already been suggested, but the Trust is looking for ideas that reflect its ‘state of the art’ electric power and eco-friendly specification, together with its location on the Milton Keynes part of the Grand Union Canal.
- [All Electric MK Community Boat Commissioned Today - 6th October](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/mk-community-boat-commissioned-today-6th-october/) - The MK Community Boat, commissioned today (6th October) by the Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway Trust, will be completely eco-friendly. Based on a 54ft long traditional narrowboat, it will use a ‘state of the art’ all-electric propulsion unit, instead of a traditional diesel engine. This will not only provide a unique experience by gliding almost silently along the canal, but also greatly reduce emissions.
- [Founding Funder and Public Appeals](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/founding-funder-and-public-appeals/) - The Trust seeks help to Float the Milton Keynes Community Boat!
- [Latest BMKWT Newsletter Published in Microsoft Sway](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/latest-bmkwt-newsletter-published-in-microsoft-sway/) - Latest Newsletter now published in Microsoft SWAY, The SWAY version can be accessed from the following link Bedford Milton Keynes Waterway Park July 2019, Volume 17, No.2
- [BMKWT Business Plan 2019 – 2022](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/bmkwt-business-plan-2019-2022/) - Read the draft Business Plan presented at the 13th Annual General Meeting.
- [Historic Boat LMS Sandbach at Kempstom Mill](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/historic-boat-lms-sandbach-at-kempstom-mill/) - The historic boat LMS Sandbach made the journey up to the Head of Navigation at Kempston Mill over the May Bank Holiday.
- [Bedford Mayoral candidates support the Waterway Park](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/bedford-mayoral-candidates-support-the-waterway-park/) - Dave Hodgson, Liberal Democrat candidate said “I am a huge supporter of the waterway scheme itself and of the waterways trust. My record provides considerable evidence of this.
- [Promoting the Waterway Park to your Local Councillors](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/promoting-the-waterway-park-to-your-local-councillors/) - You can help promote the B&MK Waterway Park by lobbying your local Councillors in the May 2019 elections.
- [Local Enterprise Partnership supports B&MK Waterway Park](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/local-enterprise-partnership-supports-bmk-waterway-park/) - The Trust has recently received some very good news which will be important for us as we continue to promote the Waterway Park and seek funding for sections of the route.
- [Milton Keynes Community Boat – Help to Shape Cruise Plans!](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/milton-keynes-community-boat-help-to-shape-cruise-plans/) - Public Meeting Monday 09 March 2020, 7-9pm at the Parks Trust
- [Public Meeting](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events/public-meeting/) - The next open meeting about this exciting project will be held on Monday 09 March, 7-9pm at the Parks Trust Pavilion, 1300 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 4AD.

## Resources

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- [Economic Analysis](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resources/economic-analysis/) - Bedford & Milton Keynes commissioned Economic Impact Study
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- [Resource 2](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resources/resource-2/)
- [Resource 1 1](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resources/resource-1-1/)
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## Categories

- [News](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events-category/news/)
- [Events](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events-category/events/)
- [Boating](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events-category/boating/)
- [Newsletter](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/news-events-category/newsletter/) - BMKWT Newsletter

## Categories

- [Boat Masters](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resource_categories/boat-masters/)
- [Crew Training Schedule](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resource_categories/crew-training-schedule/)
- [Training Material](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resource_categories/training-material/)
- [Business Performance & Company Documents](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resource_categories/business-performance-company-documents/)
- [Crew Schedules](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resource_categories/crew-schedules/)
- [Events Calendar](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/resource_categories/events-calendar/)

## Picture tag

- [Campbell Wharf](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/campbell-wharf/)
- [Charity](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/charity/)
- [Community Boat](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/community-boat/)
- [Electra](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/electra/)
- [Electric](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/electric/)
- [Grand Union Canal](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/grand-union-canal/)
- [Milton Keynes](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/milton-keynes/)
- [Narrow Boat](https://www.bmkwaterway.org/ngg_tag/narrow-boat/)