volunteer awards

Waterway heroes make waves on West Midlands canals

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August 1, 2026

Celebrating the dedication and passion of those who give their time freely to protect and enhance the region’s waterways, the Canal & River Trust has honoured its most outstanding volunteers in the West Midlands. From young nature enthusiasts to long-serving community champions and hardworking teams, the winners highlight the impact volunteers have in keeping canals…
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Showcasing the power of volunteering

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June 20, 2026

From thousands of hours to hands-on enthusiasm, volunteers at the Canal & River Trust are fine examples of what working together can achieve. This is the penultimate article in a series about the teams and individuals who were honoured at the trust’s annual awards ceremony, this time focusing on the Wales and South West region.…
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VOLUNTEERING EXCELLENCE on nation’s canals

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December 31, 2025

Volunteering has been one of the standout success stories of the Canal & River Trust since it was formed in 2012. Today, around 5,500 volunteers regularly give their time to support the charity’s work, contributing nearly three-quarters of a million volunteer hours in the past financial year alone. Reflecting both this growth and the increasing…
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