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20th Oct. 10.30am – 1.30pm. A leisurely autumn cruise with stops for artistic

opportunities. A leisurely morning trip on JP II. With stops along the way to take photographs, sketch or just enjoy the view, guided by a well known local artist. Bring along your camera or sketch book to capture what you see. A 3 hour cruise. Plenty of time to enjoy the canal and surrounding area. Price £12.50

If you have special dietary requirements, please note when booking, or contact the Booking Team. jpbookings@basingstoke-canal.org.uk.

Trips from Mytchett: Boat trips on board our friendly 12-seater boat Rosebud usually run at weekends and on public holidays from Easter to September. Please contact us for up to date information. Tel 01252 370073, email info@basingstokecanal.co.uk or check on Facebook or Twitter.

Focus on Accessible Boating Association

The Accessible Boating Association, (Accessible Boating or ABA), is a registered charity initiated in 1985 by Mildred Stocks, then Chairman of Hart District Council, who wanted to enable people who couldn’t use existing canal boats to enjoy cruises on the Basingstoke Canal. Two boats are available: Madam Butterfly is a comfortable 7-berth cruising boat and Dawn is a 12-person day boat Both boats are based in Odiham at Galleon Marine’s boatyard with trips operating from Colt Hill Wharf from April to October. For more details see the website www.accessibleboating.org.uk. New volunteers are always welcome; speak to one of our volunteers or contact our Chairman, John Ranson at chairman@accessibleboating.org.uk

Byfleet Boat Club

Queen's Jubilee Parade

An informal parade of decorated boats will leave Boveney Lock at approximately 12.00 noon on Saturday 4th June bound for Windsor Town to congratulate Her Majesty. This informal event is supported by Byfleet Boat Club but is open to all boaters prepared to decorate their boats appropriately. Any craft owners interested in joining should contact Terry Simmons on 07973 819009.