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Tamworth childminder brings canal wildlife to life in new children’s book

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August 17, 2026

A Tamworth childminder with a passion for Britain’s canals and waterways has turned her enthusiasm into a children’s book designed to introduce young readers to counting and waterside wildlife. Sophie Hendrick has written Adventures of Charlotte Rose, an educational counting and rhythm picture book which follows its young character on a canal boat adventure. Along…
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Marking three years – join the call for fair funding

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August 5, 2026

The Fund Britain’s Waterways campaign celebrated its third anniversary on June 27. LOOKING back, it’s encouraging to see how the campaign has grown in size and scope, and we have gained the support of national and local politicians as well as boaters and other waterway users. Our banners have been seen all over the country,…
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Invitation to the Ashby Canal Diamond Gathering 5th, 6th September

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July 21, 2026

The Ashby Canal Association is celebrating its first 60 years by holding its Diamond Gathering over the weekend of 5th, 6th of September, at the former Snarestone terminus of the Ashby Canal. Open from 10 to 6 both days, this is a chance to come along and see what is happening on the Ashby Canal.…
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How to sell your boat – Quickly and for the right price

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Shannon Butcher

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August 24, 2020

Most boat brokers will tell you that they never cease to be amazed at the condition of the some of the vessels they are paid to sell.
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canal boats

Tamworth childminder brings canal wildlife to life in new children’s book

Marking three years – join the call for fair funding

Invitation to the Ashby Canal Diamond Gathering 5th, 6th September

How to sell your boat – Quickly and for the right price

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