Sheffield & Tinsley Canal

Volunteers sought to keep locks moving

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September 21, 2026

With more people choosing to explore the UK’s waterways, extra support is being sought to help ensure the smooth operation and a welcoming experience for visitors and boaters. LOCK keeping has been central to Britain’s waterways for centuries, and today, volunteers with the Canal & River Trust play a vital role. They assist boaters through…
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SHEFFIELD CANAL taken to hearts

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March 4, 2025

LOVE was in the air as Sheffield and Tinsley Canal welcomed visitors over Valentine’s weekend as part of a special open day. Tinsley Marina opened its gates on February 15 as part of a Canal & River Trust initiative to show different ways canals can be enjoyed. From arts and heritage to canoeing and walks,…
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POEM & ARTWORK inspired by canal

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December 18, 2024

Lucy Wood investigates… THE Canal & River Trust charity and The Poetry Society have announced details of a new collaborative arts project inspired by the historic Sheffield & Tinsley Canal. Canal Works is a crowd-sourced poem by acclaimed poet Warda Yassin, and it has inspired a striking new installation by Sheffield-based artist Grace Visions, which…
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Floating sculpture gets thumbs up from planners

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June 18, 2024

A FLOATING sculpture to be created by internationally renowned artist Alex Chinneck for the Sheffield & Tinsley Canal has been granted planning permission. The ambitious new commission will be installed on the Tinsley Flight, close to Tinsley Marina, later this year and is the first time the artist has embarked on a floating artwork. Sculpted…
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Sheffield & Tinsley Canal

Volunteers sought to keep locks moving

SHEFFIELD CANAL taken to hearts

POEM & ARTWORK inspired by canal

Floating sculpture gets thumbs up from planners

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