Lichfield Branch

our pubs and hostelries.

We, your committee, would really value your opinions and would be very grateful if you would let us know your thoughts about both of these proposals, either in person at our meetings and social events, or by phone, or an email to me at Neil.Barnett@waterways.org.uk

Neil Barnett Vice Chairman

IWA Festival of Water 2023 – Call for help!

The IWA Festival of Water will this year be held at Pelsall over the August Bank Holiday weekend (August 26th – 28th). You may be aware that this festival is run entirely by volunteers. The team preparing for the event is looking for extra volunteers to ensure that it is a success. In particular, they would like to hear from anyone who could assist with selling space to stall holders and exhibitors. The aim of the festival is to highlight the waterways and the restoration projects in the area. It is essential that any event run by our charity should at the very least “break even” financially. This is only possible if we have a wide and varied selection of traders booked into the event in advance. Achieving this is essential and preparatory work is the key. The more exhibitors and traders at the festival, the more attractive it becomes to visitors so this aspect of preparation for the event is absolutely crucial. Whilst we have some regular stall holders who join us every year, finding new and interesting stall-holders keeps the event alive so if you are interested in helping to “sell space” or to help in co-ordinating this effort please contact John Butler john.butler@waterways.org.uk Nearer the event, people will be needed to distribute leaflets and place banners and posters around the area. Volunteers will also be needed on site to help set up. If you would like to register an interest in any aspect of this, without committing yourself in any way, please contact me: helen.whitehouse@waterways.org.uk or phone for a chat on 01543 491161.

Looking forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.

Helen Whitehouse

West Midlands Region Chairman