Lichfield Branch

restoration Lichfield Canal. Lots going on over the weekend with boats, stalls and events. Go along and support the Trust. It all helps to rebuild the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals.

Wednesday 18th October—Meeting

This month’s talk will be by Tim Coghlan, the owner of Braunston Marina entitled “The Braunston Historic Narrowboat Rallies 2003 to present”. Tim organises this annual popular rally of working boats. Held in June the Rallies are a fantastic weekend of working boats, music, boat parades and stalls, well worth a visit.

Thursday 9th November—Guided Walk

Our November walk will be in the Stafford area. Keep an eye on the website for details.

Wednesday 15th November—Meeting

November’s talk will be given by Stephanie Horton, Managing Director of River Canal Rescue, on the “Trials and Tribulations of Boating”

Sunday 10th December—Christmas Dinner

I know it is a bit early to be thinking about Christmas in July but after the success of last years event at Darnford Moors Golf Club we will be returning to the same venue again this year. SAVE THE DATE

Monday 1st January 2024—New Year’s Day Guided Walk

Details TBA

Wednesday 17th January 2024—Meeting

Our first meeting of 2024 will be Nik Antona and Jane Eason on “CAMRA, 50 years of Success Saving Real Ale”

Wednesday 21st February 2024—Meeting

February’s meeting will be continuing the subject of beer with Dr Harry White & Laura Waters on “Saving the Brewing Heritage of Burton”

Wednesday 20th March 2024—Meeting

As usual our March meeting will be preceded by the Branch AGM. Following the formalities Branch member