Canal & River Trust

Canal & River Trust

@CanalRiverTrust

We're the charity who looks after and bring to life 2,000 miles of waterways, because we believe #LifesBetterByWater.

Ellesmere Port https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/ Joined 2010-01-07 Date of Analysis: Dec 16, 2025

480,731

Followers

2,524

Following

63,515

Tweets

18.5

Avg Engagement

908

Listed

Yes

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @CanalRiverTrust's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.

Account Classification

  • Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
  • Account Age:2010-01-07
  • Verification:Yes
  • Location:Ellesmere Port

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,247
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:14.4
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:4.0
  • Followers Analyzed:50,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,247 tweets

The Trust maintains a steady level of engagement with an average of 408 likes and 65 retweets per tweet, indicating a loyal and active follower base.

14.4

Avg Likes/Tweet

4.0

Avg Retweets/Tweet

46,869

Total Likes

13,084

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

1

Median Likes

0

Median Retweets

8

75th Percentile

1,090

Top Tweet

0.04

Engagement per 1K Followers

Normalized influence metric

Viral Spikes

Engagement Pattern

Few posts get most engagement

Posting Behavior

Content style and format preferences

Conversationalist

Highly engaged in discussions

15.2%

Original

71.0%

Replies

13.7%

Retweets

0.2%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

21.5%

With Media

21.8%

With Links

18.8%

With #Tags

86.3%

With @Mentions

58.1%

With Emojis

123

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Conversational

Engages heavily in discussions

4.68

Reply/Original Ratio

0.01

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Somewhat Bursty

Occasional posting spikes

77.6%

Weekday Posts

22.4%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#lifesbetterbywater (51) #happyplacebywater (40) #fridayfeeling (37) #throwbackthursday (35) #grandunioncanal (27) #plasticschallenge (25) #ratethisscene (19) #canalbridge (18) #lancashire (17) #canalwalk (17)

Most Mentioned

@crtwestmidlands (241) @canalrivertrust (233) @crtnorthwest (163) @crtboating (146) @crtsoutheast (110) @crtyorkshirene (93) @thephotohour (86) @bridgescanal (76) @freedom_capture (69) @crteastmidlands (56)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,247 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 493 (15%)
Replies 2,305 (71%)
Retweets 444 (14%)
Quote Tweets 5 (0%)

What This Reveals About Their Strategy

This account prioritizes community engagement over content broadcasting. With replies making up the majority of their activity, they invest significant time in conversations, building relationships with followers and participating in discussions. This approach typically leads to higher loyalty and more authentic connections.

The 444 retweets (14% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

Based on 3,247 tweets

Engagement by Hour (UTC)

Posting Frequency Over Time

Timing Insights

Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.

Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.

Audience Demographics

Based on 50,000 followers

The audience primarily consists of nature enthusiasts, canal users, and history lovers, with a focus on the UK and its waterways.

Average

Audience Quality

20.4%

Suspicion Index

31.3%

Low-Quality %

38

Median Reach

Audience Quality Signals

Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.

47.3%

Empty Bio

24.1%

<10 Tweets

6.5%

Mass Following (>2K)

0.0%

New (<90 days)

36.5%

Low Ratio (<0.1)

0.0%

New (<180 days)

86.2%

No URL

15.3%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

46,954,482

Total Potential Reach

38

Median Follower Reach

182

75th Percentile Reach

6.6%

>1K followers

0.5%

>10K followers

0.1%

>50K followers

0.1%

>100K followers

Creator vs Consumer Split

Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).

52.5%

Creators

26,255 accounts

23.4%

Consumers

11,696 accounts

24.1%

Dormant

12,049 accounts

357

Verified Followers

0.71% of total

7.5%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

0.16

Median Follow Ratio

follower/following

Follower Influence Distribution

How many followers do their followers have?

Follower Account Age

How long have followers been on Twitter?

Geographic Distribution

Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):

London, England (1,220) United Kingdom (928) London (861) England, United Kingdom (840) UK (498) Manchester, England (320) North West, England (238) Liverpool, England (220) England (219) Birmingham, England (207)

738

Verified Followers

0.73% of total

9,221

Protected Accounts

9.13% of total

6 years

Avg Account Age

of their followers

Notable Followers (By Influence)

Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:

Username Followers Profession Interests
@JohnCena 14,104,439 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@wossy 4,891,845 TV Presenter self-indulgent, Instagram, life
@chris_kammy 1,898,960 Football pundit Football, TV, Singing
@scott_mills 1,265,763 Radio Host Entertainment, Music, Radio
@themichaelcaine 767,605 Actor Movies, Acting, Charity
@gillinghamjoe 699,748 Comedian comedy, photoshop, humor
@BumbleCricket 586,309 Cricket Commentator cricket, raconteur, bon viveur
@biel_m04 578,617 Footballer Football, London, Brazil
@MatAshimolowo 531,338 Pastor Author, Philanthropist, Events & Conferences
@WMPolice 515,550 Law enforcement Crime prevention, emergency response, customer service

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

love (2,966) views (2,774) life (2,293) music (1,708) lover (1,681) mum (1,275) uk (1,236) health (1,117) proud (1,097) world (1,092)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#fbpe (157) #gtto (120) #nhs (51) #nft (48) #mufc (47) #ynwa (44) #lfc (43) #rejoineu (40) #coys (36) #blm (35)

53,960

Followers With Bio

47,038

Followers Without Bio

53.43%

% With Bio

46.57%

% Without Bio

Why Audience Demographics Matter

Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.

Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.

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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,247 analyzed

3,189

Combined Engagement

1,939

Total Likes

1,250

Total Retweets

638

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

40%

With Media

60%

With Hashtags

60%

With @Mentions

80%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

Nature Wildlife Waterways History Community Conservation
Canal & River Trust
@CanalRiverTrust

RT @metoffice: ⚠️⚠️Amber Weather Warning issued⚠️⚠️ This rare Extreme Heat warning covers much of England and parts of Wales 📈 Exceptiona…

2022-07-12
Retweets: 1,090 Likes: 0 Engagement: 1,090
Canal & River Trust
@CanalRiverTrust

If you’re not eager to experience the dizzying heights of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in person, check out this video from a boater’s perspective - what a view! 😍 🎥 @OutlanderKitchn 📍 Llangollen Canal #FridayFeeling https://t.co/dB90ghXq1R

2022-11-25
Retweets: 65 Likes: 597 Engagement: 662
Canal & River Trust
@CanalRiverTrust

Some fantastic wildlife spotting on the towpath along the Oxford Canal near #Aynho 😍 Who knows what this species is? 🤔 Have you ever seen one on your travels? 👀 Photo captured by @retired_tom #WildlifeWednesday #BritishWildlife 🦌 https://t.co/ven3bLt0lc

2023-01-18
Retweets: 39 Likes: 467 Engagement: 506
Canal & River Trust
@CanalRiverTrust

We are greatly saddened by the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Canal &amp; River Trust joins the nation and commonwealth in mourning her passing. We send our deepest condolences to our Patron and other Members of The Royal Family. https://t.co/KRjnYe6v0C

2022-09-08
Retweets: 32 Likes: 449 Engagement: 481
Canal & River Trust
@CanalRiverTrust

An accomplished fisherman, this #Bird is well-known for its motionless stance at the water’s edge 💙 Can anybody name the species? 🤨 Let us know your answer below 👇 Bonus points for your own photos too! 📷 https://t.co/6btW39fZBL

2022-09-30
Retweets: 24 Likes: 426 Engagement: 450

Key Insights & Takeaways

The Trust frequently shares visually engaging content, such as videos and wildlife sightings, which likely contribute to higher engagement. They emphasize the natural beauty and wildlife of their waterways, appealing to eco-conscious audiences. They also engage with current events, such as the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, to maintain relevance and community connection.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 480,731
  • + High community engagement through conversations
  • + Active presence with consistent posting

Opportunities

  • ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
  • ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
  • ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
  • ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts

Summary

This analysis of @CanalRiverTrust reveals an growing Twitter presence with 480,731 followers. The account demonstrates a conversation-first approach, averaging 18.5 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.

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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025