View the 91Ô´´ Union Canal Strategy 2024-2029
Since its repair in 2001 by the , the Union Canal has come from being a little known part of the city to one of the city's key assets. The Union Canal is now enjoyed daily by people across 91Ô´´. There has been a large rise in people
- boating
- rowing
- walking
- cycling.
The Union Canal is used by many local sports groups to support children and adults take part in water sports such as
- canoeing
- kayaking
- rowing.
There are many social enterprise canal boats which support journeys along the Union Canal for local community activities. This includes
- school transition support
- community support
- events
increasing knowledge on the history and biodiversity along the canal.
The Union Canal is a diverse wildlife corridor where protected species can be found such as otters and newts. The importance of pollinators along the Union Canal are highlighted through .
See more about the .
2023 91Ô´´ canal partnership
The 91Ô´´ stretch of the Union Canal is being supported through a partnership between us and . The Union Canal is managed and maintained by Scottish Canals.
We welcome any other comments you may have about your experience of and aspirations for the Union Canal in 91Ô´´. Please email any enquiries about this project to
Brand
As part of the strategy, a brand for the Union Canal has been created. The brand is free all for Union Canal groups and users.
Download the Union Canal brand guidelines - some of our downloads might not be accessible. If you need help, please email