A tribute to Roy
We are sad to announce the death of one of East Vale branch's longest members and volunteers, Roy Murrell.
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Welcome to the new WBCT online blog
Here you can find regularly updated, bite size stories about all things canal related.
Royalty on the canal
We're feeling patriotic about canal restoration with this lovely snap from The Rose of Hungerford.
Volunteer Appeal
We're always looking for new volunteers to join us, in whatever role suits them best. However, sometimes we also advertise for specific roles where we are in need of help, and right now that's someone with a head for figures...
July Photo Competition Results
Thank you so much to everyone who entered our July photo competition!
Dragonfly update
An update on Dragonfly, whose refurbishment is finally underway again!
Addressing the leak
In case anyone was wondering what the barrier across the canal is for, here's the answer. Many people have expressed concern about the apparent leak(s) at East Wichel, & some seem to be under the impression that nothing's being done. Here is the demonstration of what actually is being done, and why it's unfortunately taking so long...
New Photo Competition
We're launching a new monthly photo competition! Read on to get involved...
Swindon canal-side from the air
Our heartfelt thanks to Fabio Frazzica for shooting this amazing drone footage of a length of the Swindon canal.
Reverse Osmosis?
We usually think of boats floating in water, keeping it out. Strange to find our trip boat Dragonfly on bone dry land, pumping water INTO the canal!