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Welcome We are delighted that Watford was chosen by The Inland Waterways Association to host its annual celebration of the nation’s inland waterways.

The Grand Union Canal through Watford forms a small part of the 145-mile route from London to Birmingham. It is Britain’s longest canal and passes through rolling countryside, industrious towns and peaceful villages – and our very own Cassiobury Park here in Watford.

Cassiobury Park was recently voted the nation’s third favourite park! It is described in The Shell Book of Inland Waterways as ‘one of the loveliest sections of canal so near a town anywhere in Britain.’

Watford is the largest and most significant town centre in the county of Hertfordshire. We are a free standing town - but situated very close to London, within the M25 boundary and connected by mainline railway and London Underground tube.

Our significant regional role is particularly impressive given the compact nature of the borough.

The borough of Watford offers a wealth of places for you to visit. We have the only producing theatre in the south east, in a splendid refurbished Edwardian setting – Watford Palace Theatre; a top quality entertainment venue with world renowned acoustics – Watford Colosseum; a regional shopping centre intu Watford; and an annual arts festival, featuring exciting performers from across the globe. Nearby we have one of the UK’s top visitor attractions at Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden, where you can see ‘The Making of Harry Potter’ studio tour.

For more information about Watford, visit: www.

WatfordForYou.org I have already been privileged to meet a number of the volunteers who work so hard to ensure that this Festival is successful and commend them for their dedicated efforts to make it flourish. The waterways are a precious part of our national heritage and I know the three day festival promises to be a spectacular event.

I wish you a warm welcome and hope that you will also enjoy Watford - and will come back again at some time in the future.

Dorothy Thornhill MBE Elected Mayor of Watford

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I would like to welcome everyone to this year’s National Festival and Boat Show at Watford and say how honoured I was to be asked to be Event Chairman.

I have been involved in Nationals, wearing one hat or another, since 1977 at Reading and have always been amazed at the professional way the event, which is entirely built and manned by volunteers, is put on every year.

The event simply could not happen without the 18 months of hard work and planning which goes into it.

The time put in by IWA members over this period, as well as the total commitment to the success of the show, would put many ‘professional’ organisations to shame.

During the build up to the event, a small army of Waterway Recovery Group (red shirts) and IWA volunteers (blue shirts) take over the site and transform it into a professional show ground so that the waterways trade can come and show their wares – from boat builders to interior designers, rope makers to engine parts – a shop window of the waterways to the general public. After the show they are still here to remove the site and clear the litter.

Two weeks after the show closes you will not even know it had been here.

I have to pay tribute to this army of ‘doers’ who give up their time to make this event possible every year.

Well done.

This event, being on the outskirts of London, has the potential to be one of the most successful for years because of the access available to not only local residents, but those from further afield using the Metropolitan Line.

Given good weather we should expect thousands to attend over the three days and create both a fun atmosphere with the entertainments and craft stalls as well as the serious boat trade to showcase their goods and services to the public. I do hope everyone has a great time at Cassiobury Park. My only regret is that the railway could not have been extended for the weekend to connect the Show Site to the canal and car park. That would have been fun!

Michael Stimpson Festival Chairman

Welcome As National Chairman of The Inland Waterways Association (IWA) I would like to welcome you to our 2013 National Festival in Cassiobury Park, Watford. Our Festival is an annual event which moves around the country to promote and support the inland waterways. Thank you Watford for hosting the event in 2013.

In late April I passed through the site by boat on a delightfully sunny Sunday morning. Families were out in force and as we passed through Iron Bridge Lock many of them came to see how the lock worked and to help us on our way. Boats bring colour and vibrancy to our inland waterways and the spectacle produced by the boats at the Festival on the Grand Union Canal will add to the enjoyment and excitement of the Festival weekend.

Whilst boats are an important part of the waterways there are many other ways to enjoy them for example walking, fishing and even just sitting by them and watching the world go by. The relaxed pace helps bring a different perspective to life. IWA believes strongly in ‘Waterways for All’ and wants to see all users get the maximum from them.

Children very much enjoy the waterways but they need to understand that they must be treated with respect. At the Festival we offer through Wild over Waterways (WoW) an opportunity for children to both enjoy themselves and to learn in practical ways more about our waterways and how they work. I hope many families will take advantage and that as a result the waterways will develop many more young enthusiasts.

IWA has been fighting to protect the interests of our canals and rivers since 1946. There has been much to do so that the public can enjoy the network

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available to us all today and IWA has worked tirelessly and effectively to ensure the future viability of the waterways. We will continue to do so and welcome your support to achieve our objectives.

Please visit the IWA marquee to learn more about what we do, what we have already achieved and what we hope to do in the future. If you like what you see we would be very pleased to welcome you as a member and those joining at the Festival can benefit from our special offer.

I hope you enjoy your weekend and that we are blessed with excellent weather!

Les Etheridge

IWA National Chairman

Contents Welcome........................................................................................2 Timetable........................................................................................6 Festival Highlights.......................................................................8 The Canal in Watford...........................................................14 IWA Membership...................................................................16 Waterway Recovery Group.............................................18 Watford for YOU....................................................................20

Festival Site Plan......................................................................22 Festival of London Waterways 2013...........................24 Exhibitor Listings......................................................................25 IWA Campaigning and HS2.............................................40 IWA in Action...........................................................................42 Overstaying Mooring in London Region...................43 Festival Sponsors.....................................................................44

IWA’s ‘The Waterways Festival’ is organised by Inland Waterways Enterprises Ltd. (a private limited company registered in England no: 4305322) which is wholly owned by The Inland Waterways Association to whom all profits are given. Registered Office: Island House, Moor Road, Chesham. HP5 1WA.

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Visit the IWA marquee to find the answers to all your questions on IWA campaigns and the inland waterways. We also have a range of books, maps, waterways guides, gifts and IWA clothing for sale.

Keep the kids entertained with toy diggers and dumpers in the play area outside the IWA Marquee.

This is the first time a luxury wide beam hotel boat has been exhibited at any Festival

Festival Programme

Sunday 21st July

Saturday 20th July

Friday 19th July

Times and programme may be subject to changes

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Time Main stage (in the bar marquee) 11:00 11:00 - So you want to live on a boat? by the Residential Boat Owners Association 12:00 13:00 14:00

Spotlight Stage 11:00 - Life and Times - part one

12:00 - Phoenix Jazz Band 13:00 - Opening ceremony 13:45 - Chucklefoot 14:30 - Local folk singers

15:00 16:00 10:00 10:30 - Safe and enjoyable tideway cruising by Andrew Phasey and colleagues 11:00

15:30 - Life and Times - part two 16:30 - Chucklefoot 10:30 - Chucklefoot

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12:15 - The Phoenix Jazz Band

11:15 - Life and Times - part one

13:00 13:30 - So you want to live on a boat? by the 13:15 - Local folk singers Residential Boat Owners Association 14:00 14:45 - Life and Times - part two 15:00 15:00 - Taking a narrowboat to France - by Chris & Judy Clegg 16:00 08:00

15:45 - Chucklefoot

10:00 11:00 11:00 - Awards Ceremony

10:30 - Main church service 11:45 - Life and Times - part one

12:00

12:45 - Chucklefoot

13:00 14:00 14:00 - So you want to live on a boat? by the Residential Boat Owners Association 15:00 16:00

13:15 - Local folk singers 14:00 - Rise Studios 14:45 - The Daughters of Hathor

16:30 - The Dan Tien

15:45 - Life and Times - part two 16:45 - Chucklefoot

On site throughout the Festival: Victorian Fairground, Bubbles of Fun – water zorbing, Boats of fun – boats for children in their own pool, Sheridan the Robotic Sheepdog, Robin with his close-up magic. Subject to weather and aircraft availability, we are expecting a flypast by a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Spitfire during the Saturday afternoon

Food Court

Presentations Suite 11:15 - Presentation by the Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterway Trust 12:00 - Presentation by the Steamboat Association

14:00 - Presentation by the Friends of (steam narrowboat) President

11:30 - Phoenix Morris

11:15 - Presentation by the Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterway Trust 12:00 - Presentation by the Friends of (steam narrowboat) President

14:30 - Phoenix Morris

14:00 - Presentation by the River Gipping Trust 14:45 - Presentation by the Wey and Arun Canal Trust

15:30 - Phoenix Morris 08:00 - Early religious service

11:30 - Phoenix Morris

11:15 - Presentation by the Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterway Trust 12:00 - Presentation by the Friends of (steam narrowboat) President

14:30 - Phoenix Morris

15:30 - Phoenix Morris

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Festival Highlights

The annual celebration of the nation’s inland waterways is coming to Watford this summer with hundreds of beautiful boats and attractions for all the family to enjoy.

The Waterways Festival is being staged at Cassiobury Park, Watford from Friday 19th to Sunday 21st July 2013. It is a great day out for all the family, so come on down to meet the people who are passionate about our wonderful waterways.

Run by volunteer supporters of The Inland Waterways Association, the three day Festival expects to attract thousands of people and promises family fun and entertainment beside the Grand Union Canal and beautiful open park land.

The Grand Opening We are delighted that The Mayor of Watford, Dorothy Thornhill, will officially open The Waterways Festival at the Spotlight Stage on Friday at 1pm. IWA National Chairman Les Etheridge, IWA Festivals director Ian West and this year’s Festival chairman Michael Stimpson will also welcome visitors to beautiful Cassiobury Park and the Festival will then be declared open.

Beautiful Boats Around 400 boats, many decorated, will line the water’s edge, with a number of historic working boats on display.

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Fun for Children Children are well catered for with Wild over Waterways (WoW) activities including bricklaying, toy diggers and a chance to complete their own WoW Passport at the event. Pick up your WoW passports at Passport control. A Victorian Fairground will offer traditional rides for children. There’ll also be water zorbing, boats for children in their own pool, Sheridan the Robotic Sheepdog and Robin with his close-up magic.

Learn to Drive a Digger on the Waterway Recovery Group Stand! WRG volunteers will be running 15 minute FREE ‘learn to drive a digger’ sessions for children and adults. See page 18 for details.

Shop ‘til You Drop! A great range of exhibitors are anticipated so whether you’re interested in boats and fittings or just wish to browse the many speciality stalls, including clothing, crafts, jewellery and food and drink, the choice is extensive.

Opening Times

water zorbing, boats for children in their own pool

IWA Visitor Marquee Come and visit the volunteers in The Inland Waterways Association’s marquee to find the answers to all your questions on the inland waterways. We can also tell you how to join us and have a range of books, maps, waterways guides, gifts and members’ clothing for sale. It fact we have the greatest display of waterways related books you will ever see!

Tasty Food and Drink A range of sweet and savoury foods are on offer to satisfy every taste and dietary requirement. Take the time to relax and enjoy a traditional pint from one of our two Real Ale Bars.

Entertainment Galore

There’s plenty to see at our two stage areas with live performances from a variety of acts. Entertainments will include a fly-past by a World War II Spitfire and two traditional boat trips will be available.

Friday 19th July 10am to 6pm Saturday 20th Jul y 10am – 6pm Sunday 21st Jul y 10am – 5pm

Event Information Tickets

Tickets are discounted if booked in advance via www.waterways.org.uk.

Accompanied children under 16 are free to enter. Dogs on a lead are welcomed.

Ticket purchasers will be invited to apply for a year’s free e-membership to IWA*.

Venue

Cassiobury Park, Cassiobury Avenue, Watford, WD18 7HY

Getting there

Parking is limited. On site disabled parking is available. Please use public transport Watford Metropolitan Tube is 5 mins and Watford Junction 15 mins walk.

General Enquiries

For general enquiries or to book craft workshops contact the Festival Hotline on 03333 445260. *Terms and conditions apply

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Phoenix Morris Side

Festival Highlights

Music and Dance We are particularly pleased to present both amateur and professional entertainers from the local area. These include The Phoenix Morris side, the squire of which is our very own festival chairman, Mike Stimpson. The pupils of Dan Tien Performing Arts School and Rise Studios will perform on our Spotlight Stage and The Daughters of Hathor belly dance troupe are set to dazzle. To complete our local line up we also have the excellent Phoenix Jazz band.

Chucklefoot Look out for this international street entertainer on the Spotlight Stage. He is a colourful one man band outfit comprised of Banjo, Harmonica, Kazoo, Bass Drum, Tambourine, Cymbals, Dancing Dolls. He also plays the Ukelele, Guitar, Melodeon, Penny Whistle, Teapot and many other weird and wonderful items.....including the Musical Saw!

Sunday Service Christians Across Watford will hold their annual open air service in the middle of the festival themed around ‘the feast’. Many local churches are taking part and looking forward to the chance to come together in this unique way.

We are expecting hundreds of people to join the congregation for this unique occasion. Don’t miss it.

Vibrant Craft Workshops There is a vibrant mix of heritage and modern day crafts for people to try at this year’s Festival. From painting traditional roses and castles or making your own fenders, knitting or decorative rope the courses have been specially designed to appeal to those who wish to learn more about the traditional crafts of the inland waterways. All the workshops are professionally tutored, so booking a place in advance is advised to avoid disappointment. To book visit www.waterways.org.uk or call 01494 783 453 ext 603.

Rare Towpath Tractor The London Canal Museum will be showcasing one of the UK’s last surviving Towpath Tractors. Heritage fans will enjoy the chance to see this fully working exhibit close up.

Hotel Kailiani

Hop on board the luxury Hotel Boat Kailani which is making its debut at Festival. This stunning boat takes pride of place on the waterfront. Check out the first class accommodation and find out more about cruising the canals and rivers of Southern England aboard Hotel Boat Kailani.

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One of the UK’s surviving Towpath Tractors

Dan Tien Performing Arts School

Craft Workshops on offer are: •B eginner’s introduction to hand painted lettering (Tutor: Dave Moore) • S cumbling and decorative boat finishes (Tutor: Dave Moore) •P ainting Traditional Roses and Castles (Tutor: Julie Tonkin) • Big Knitting (Tutor: Ingrid Wagner) •W illow weaving (Tutor: tbc) •B utton Fenders (Tutor: Dave Walker) • S ide Fenders (Tutor: Dave Walker and Bob Myall) • Rope Splicing and Maintenance (Tutor: Colin Grundy)

And new for 2013: • Ocean Plait Mat (Tutor: Bob Myall)

Craft Workshops

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Learn to Drive a Digger on the WRG Stand! Volunteers will be running 15 minute FREE ‘learn to drive a digger’ sessions on the WRG stand from 11am-1pm and 2-4pm each day. Kids (and adults!!) are welcome to come along and try a few fun digger games or just sit in the cab and have your photos taken.

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The Canal in Watford

By Michael Stimpson

Many people who live in the Watford area know that we have a canal.

Rather fewer of them know much about it, beyond being a pleasant place where you can sit on the towpath watching the wildlife, the passage of pleasure craft and the occasional freight-carrying vessel.

It is somewhere to find peace and tranquillity, ideal for fishing or walking.

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The Industrial Revolution could never have started without a cheap and efficient method of transport. Canals were the answer and within a generation a maze of inter-connected man-made waterways was serving most parts of England and Wales.

These early navigations made it possible to move goods to London from the Midlands. Originally, the only route was via the Oxford Canal and the Upper Thames. Parts of the canal wandered around the contours of the hills, avoiding expensive tunnels, embankments or heavy concentrations of locks: cheaper to construct but adding many wasteful miles to the overall distance.

But what about its history? Why is it there and when was it built? Long ago, it was the M1 of its day, shifting huge quantities of cargo between Birmingham and the Midlands and London.

In the early years of the 19th century, and originally known as the Grand Junction Canal, it formed part of a national transport network. An important feature of the first Industrial Revolution, it moved raw materials and distributed the subsequent finished products throughout the country and via our coastal ports to a worldwide market.

Fully completed in 1790, the Oxford Canal connection between Birmingham and London (via Fazeley, near Tamworth, and Oxford) was 248 miles.

Even as it was declared open, plans were being formulated for a much more direct route. Of various projects considered, the successful contender was the Grand Junction, proposed in 1791. Running from the tidal Thames at Brentford on the outskirts of London, it formed a link with the Oxford Canal at the village of Braunston in Northamptonshire. The distance by water from Braunston to Brentford was slashed to 70 miles, compared with the previous 154 miles via Oxford.

Canals were first built in Roman times, but it was not until the Duke of Bridgewater promoted a waterway to carry coal to Manchester (opened in 1761) that ‘Canal Mania’ started.

This second generation variety of canal, using a more direct line, was more expensive to construct but offered a far quicker journey for boats.

In the Watford area there were two possible routes proposed. The original line surveyed by James Barnes and later William Jessop passed close to Harrow while the other went via Rickmansworth and Uxbridge. An early intention was for the main line to run west of Watford with a branch-line into the town. Alterations to the route rendered the branch unnecessary.

Watford landowners, the Earl of Clarendon and the Earl of Essex agreed to the canal passing through their estates, so avoiding the cost of a tunnel at Langleybury and an expensive flight of locks just north of Rickmansworth. Essex received £15,000 in compensation for use of his land at Cassiobury Park while £5,000 was granted to Clarendon for Grove Park. Both peers imposed requirements for ‘landscaping’ on their respective properties: hence the ornate ‘prettified’ bridges and exaggerated sharp bends to be found in the two locations.

There was a wharf for loading and unloading goods at Cassio Bridge and a coal wharf at Lady Capel’s which was just outside the London Coal Toll boundary, resulting in coal being delivered by cart at a reduced cost to properties in Watford.

South of Watford, John Dickinson built his third paper mill at Croxley. The unloading wharves here were only demolished in recent years when the area became a new housing estate.

In addition to through traffic, the canal served local sand and gravel quarries. These deposits resulted from an ancient course of the Thames as it flowed towards its junction with the Rhine (long before the English Channel had been formed).

The concept of the Watford Branch of the canal was replaced by an Act

passed on 2 June 1795; instead a line to St Albans was authorised. In spite of strong support from the Earls of Clarendon and Essex and the St Albans Town Council, the Grand Junction Canal Company eventually scrapped this plan on grounds of cost and invested in a railway instead.

The Grand Junction Canal was opened to traffic between Brentford and Hemel Hempstead in 1797. By September 1800, the southern section had reached the Northamptonshire village of Stoke Bruerne. Here, for several years, goods had to be transferred to a tramway over

Blisworth Hill. Finally, in 1805, the 3,056 yards-long Blisworth Tunnel was completed and the new waterway linking London and Birmingham became fully operational although there were also problems with the crossing of the River Ouse, just south of Stoke Bruerne, which were not finally resolved until 1808.

The Grand Junction was merged into the newly formed Grand Union Canal Company in 1929. Other canals involved in this major undertaking included London’s Regent’s Canal, the Napton & Warwick and the Warwick & Birmingham Canals. Now there was a direct link on a single company’s water between Birmingham and the Black Country and the London Docks.

Determined to turn their assets into a profitable concern, the G.U.C.Co. began, in the 1930s, a programme of building the biggest fleet of longdistance cargo narrow boats that English canals had ever seen. By 1938, various shipyards had constructed no fewer than 372 boats. Working as one motorised vessel towing its un-powered ‘butty’, this resulted in 186 pairs. 106 of these craft, all with wooden hulls, were launched at the Rickmansworth yard of W.H.Walker & Bros. Ltd. The site is now a Tesco supermarket.

With competition from rail and road the Grand Union was never destined

to regain its former status as a major goods carrier. After Nationalisation in 1948 commercial traffic on waterways in Britain was a sorry tale of mismanagement and decline. However, as recently as 1981 there was still a regular trade in transporting lime juice by narrow boats between Brentford and Rose’s works at Boxmoor. Today, remaining traffic include coal and gravel and so a tradition that began more than two centuries ago is still just surviving.

The work of The Inland Waterways Association (founded in 1946) and other bodies has resulted in a comprehensive regeneration of the canal and river network. Now, our local waterway, the Grand Union Canal is an important leisure resource bringing pleasure to thousands and jobs to hundreds of people. Hire boat bases, boat yards and marinas all make a valuable contribution to the economy. No longer is ‘Canal’ something dirty and unmentionable as it was seen frequently to be in the 1950s. We have come a long way on the water.

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The leading charity for all Britain’s inland waterways

We hope you are enjoying your time at IWA’s National Festival 2013. Learn how you can help support the work that we do for the inland waterways.

As a charity IWA campaigns, lobbies and promotes the conservation, restoration, maintenance and development of the inland waterways in England & Wales. We encourage public support and participation through volunteering, festivals, publications and activities for all ages to enjoy.

Since IWA was founded in 1946, over 500 miles of canals and navigable rivers have reopened to the public and plans are in hand to restore a further 500 miles.

The inland waterways are enjoyed by all; from those who live, work on it or keep a boat, to the innumerable visitors who take trips on the canals or cycle, jog and walk along towpaths. Effective maintenance of navigable waterways is vital for all users’ safety now and in the future.

IWA:

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• Campaigns for properly funded waterways • Provides a voice for you • Helps improve your local waterways • Monitors planning applications • Supports and advises on restoration • Provides 5000+ days of volunteer labour per year • Educates about the waterways

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Waterway Recovery Group Volunteers restoring the canals!

Waterway Recovery Group had its origins in waterways restoration working during the 1960s, but formally came into being in 1970. The aim was to be the coordinating force, not centred upon any individual project but backing up and assisting local groups on any worthwhile restoration project. Since then considerable knowledge and experience of restorations methods have been built up.

WRG has helped restore many derelict waterways throughout Britain - one of WRG’s largest projects has been the complete rebuilding of the four Frankton Locks and the three Aston Locks on the Montgomery Canal, which passes through the spectacular Welsh Borders. Other projects include the construction of Over Basin on the Herefordshire and Gloucestershire Canal and more recently the restoration of Droitwich Barge Lock in the Midlands.

Thanks to the hard work of the volunteers, many canals have been reopened, while others are well on the way. Many more have not yet reached that stage - it is up to us, the volunteers, to demonstrate what can be done. We are not only doing useful work - and there is plenty left for us to do - we are also helping to convince those with the money (like the local authorities, and the National Lottery funds) that canals are worth restoring.

Canal Camps Waterway Recovery Group runs week long canal restoration holidays called ‘Canal Camps’ and weekend digs for volunteers aged 18

between 18-70. No two canal work-sites are ever exactly the same - every canal has its own distinctive features, and canal builders used whatever building materials were available to hand. Combine this with the many different jobs involved in restoring a canal, and you will find that Canal Camps offer a wide variety of different types of work. This year over 400 volunteers will be spending the year restoring locks, repointing damaged brickwork, constructing landing stages, rebuilding towpaths and reprofiling sections of canal on various restoration projects across England and Wales.

WRG activities are a great experience for anyone who loves being outdoors and enjoys meeting new people from different backgrounds and of different ages. They also offer you a fantastic chance to learn new skills such as bricklaying, stone walling, machine operation and restoration techniques.

For more details go to our website www.wrg.org.uk Learn to Drive a Digger on WRG’s Stand! WRG volunteers will be running 15 minute FREE ‘learn to drive a digger’ sessions on the WRG stand from 11am-1pm and 2-4pm each day. Kids (and adults!!) are welcome to come along and try a few fun digger games or just sit in the cab and have your photos taken.

Big thanks to Hewden Plant Hire for donating a 3t excavator for the duration of the festival!

WRG in Action this weekend!

WRG volunteers are helping restore Lady Capels Bridge (Number 163) on the Grand Union Canal.

The bridge is a grade 2 listed bridge desperately in need of repairs and repainting. Currently staff from the Canal & River Trust are removing the damaged paintwork and preparing the site for Waterway Recovery Group volunteers to come along and restore the bridge back to its former glory! Work will include repointing and repairing damaged brickwork as well repainting the bridge in a white, breathable paint.

See WRG at Lady Capel’s Bridge!

When: F riday 19th to Sunday 21st July between 10am-4pm each day Where: B ridge 163, Grand Union Canal, off Hempstead Road, Watford (about a 25 minute walk north of the festival site along the Grand Union Canal)

Jenny Black from the Waterway Recovery Group said

“We are really pleased that we can help restore this iconic bridge in Watford as part of the Waterways Festival celebration of the Grand Union Canal. This is the second time we have worked with the Canal & River Trust on a bridge restoration and this is a great project to demonstrate the work we do as a volunteer organisation.”

The works will take place over the weekend of the Waterways Festival and will involve a team of 15 volunteers, all of whom are skilled in heritage restoration and bricklaying. Members of the public are invited to come along during this time to find out more about the works, chat to volunteers from WRG and staff from the Canal & River Trust and learn more about the history of this bridge!

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Watford really has something to offer everyone.

For more information visit: www.WatfordForYou.org

Watford for YOU Watford has activities and attractions to suit all tastes. It has the only

producing theatre in the south east; an entertainment venue with world renowned acoustics; the nation’s third favourite park; an annual arts festival featuring performers from across the globe; a regional shopping centre - and it even recently saw itself being the host for a private summit of 140 of the world’s influential leaders!

Originally a market town, it is the largest and most significant town centre in Hertfordshire and is situated just north of London, within the M25 boundary. Watford successfully diversified its economy into an attractive, popular shopping and business centre, with a focus on culture and recreation. In a nationwide survey, when half a million people were asked their views, Watford residents gave the highest satisfaction ratings for their local leisure and sports facilities.

Harry Potter A noteworthy employer in the town is the Warner Bros Studios; housed in a former aircraft factory, where eight of the largest-grossing films of the past decade came to life. The Harry Potter series, based on the novels by JK Rowling, have captured the world’s imagination. A £100 million expansion programme created a permanent European film production base for the company. As part of the redevelopment, by prior booking, visitors now have the opportunity to tour several of the original Harry Potter film sets and see many things the camera never showed.

Visit: www.wbstudiotour.co.uk to book a tour.

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History The town centre is home to Watford’s oldest building - the Church of St Mary, which has elements dating back to the 13th century. The similarly Grade 1 listed Holy Rood Church, also in the town centre, was designed in the late nineteenth century by the eminent architect John Francis Bentley, who also designed Westminster Cathedral.

Watford is a prime destination for shoppers. The High Street has all the

familiar brands and eating places and ‘Intu Watford’ is the regional shopping centre. It has over 140 stores including John Lewis, Apple, M&S and the Disney store, as well as restaurants and cafes.

More info: www.intuwatford.co.uk

Watford Palace Theatre Nearby is the wonderful Watford Palace Theatre - described by The Independent newspaper as ‘a jewel’. Opened in 1908, it enjoys a high profile and a reputation for quality productions, some of which transfer to the West End or tour nationally. The beautiful 600-seat Edwardian listed building is busy with live performances and film

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1. Church of St Mary 2. Imagine Watford - live art festival

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More info: 01923 225671 www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

Watford Colosseum A short walk towards the top of town brings you to the fantastic Watford Colosseum entertainment venue, which has recently seen a sumptuous £5.5million refurbishment.

Its acoustics are rated as amongst the best in the world. The ‘Oscar winning’ movie soundtrack to the Lord of the Rings trilogy was recorded here – as well as The Sound of Music and the Star Wars films.

Now, the 1,392 seat venue is the new home of the BBC Concert Orchestra, who are in residence for 90 days a year, rehearsing, making audio recordings and performing live public concerts. This world class venue has hosted the very best of UK and international artists from the world of rock, classical music, comedy, as well as light entertainment and family events.

More info: www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk 0845 075 3993

Watford Museum

3 4 Imagine Watford For two weeks each June, the town centre transforms into a hub of live art, with internationally acclaimed open air performers.

More info: www.imaginewatford.co.uk Cassiobury Park Situated a short walk from Watford’s town centre, Cassiobury Park is a green oasis - a park rich in natural beauty and steeped in heritage. With children’s playgrounds, a miniature railway, paddling pools, access to Whippendell Woods and the Grand Union Canal, it’s a gorgeously green day out in itself. And if you can make time for tea – visit Café Cha Cha Cha – a lovely arts café in the park.

More info: www.watford.gov.uk/cassioburypark Watford FC For football fans, we have the golden boys of Watford FC, who have their ground at Vicarage Road. Their most famous fan? Elton John, of course! He was made Honorary Life President in 2009, after chairing the club during a period of giantkilling success.

Watford Museum If you love the Rocket Man, you can visit the wonderfully quirky Watford Museum to see a whole display on Watford FC – including some fab pieces of Elton memorabilia.

Other permanent displays include the Cassiobury Collection of Fine Art. Admission is free, and it is open from Thursday to Saturday between 10am and 5pm.

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Canalway Cavalcade, Little Venice, London

Festival of London Waterways 2013 The Festival of London Waterways is IWA’s invitation to come to the capital in 2013 and discover the city from a waterways perspective. Ownership of a boat is not necessary, although at London hotel prices this may be an advantage. All that is needed is an interest in the waterside environment and a desire to get outside. In addition to all of the normal and well known attractions of London, there is a quieter, more secretive view from the waterways.

IWA’s invitation is to come; to attend; to watch; to experience, to participate - whatever level of involvement is wanted it can be found in the vibrant and varied nature of activity that exists on the waterways of London.

The Festival of London Waterways is anchored around 7 events across the Summer.

4th - 6th May Canalway Cavalcade Little Venice | www.waterways.org.uk 18th - 19th May Rickmansworth Festival Grand Union Canal | www.rwt.org.uk 5th - 7th July Ware Boat Festival River Lee | www.waterways.org.uk 19th - 21st July IWA National Festival Cassiobury Park, | www.waterways.org.uk 1st September Angel Canal Festival Regents Canal | www.angelcanalfestival.org 7th - 8th September Slough Festival, Grand Union Slough Arm 6th -15th September Mayors Thames Festival thamesfestival.org/

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Linking all of these events will be a variety of other activities and gatherings, all celebrating the lesser known waterways of the capital:

St Pancras Cruising Club are hosting a series of discovery cruises for boats around the waterways of London. The cruises cover the normal barrier and tideway cruises, as well as a series of cruises taking in many of the lesser known and less visited creeks, rivers and basins across London. www.stpancrascc.co.uk There are regular work parties, guided towpath walks and social events operated by IWA and the London branches. www.waterways.org.uk There are regular work parties operated by the Canal & River Trust and their Towpath Task Force. canalrivertrust.org.uk/ Many activities and competitions are organised by Thames 21, one of the country’s leading waterway charities who work with communities across Greater London to improve the rivers, canals, ponds and lakes for people and wildlife. www.thames21.org.uk/ And there are others working on the lost rivers of London, such as the River Wandle Trust www. wandletrust.org/ or the Quaggy Waterways Action Group www.qwag.org.uk/quaggy/map.php For other details see the Festival of London Waterways Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/2013FLOW

Exhibitor Listings

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A to Z Marine...........................B35 Laurie Lavender, 6 Mansfield Road, Farnsfield, NG22 8HH

0118 989 7240

www.atozmarine.co.uk info@atozmarine.co.uk 07825 206 486

Backcabin Antiques & Collectables.................................A1

A to Z Marine build a range of boats including a 25ft fully fitted narrow boat, a trusty family boat from £23,000. Solar panel kits.

Insulated flue system kits.

Antiques: Lace Plates, Measham, Prints.

ABC Leisure Group Ltd/ UK Boat Hire........................FS3 & A31 Scarfield Wharf, Alvechurch, Worcs. B48 7SQ www.everythingcanalboats.com info@abclg.com 01905 734 401 or 0330 333 0590

Boat Builders, Narrowboat Holidays, Brokerage.

Your gateway to everything you could possibly need or want related to canal boats and boating throughout the UK ABNB Ltd. .................................A20 www.abnb.co.uk/ admin@abnb.co.uk 01788 822 115

Boat Sales, Brokerage Affinity Water............................D14 Haroon Atif, Affinity Water, Tamblin Way, Hatfield, AL10 9EZ www.affinitywater.co.uk/savewater waterefficiency@affinitywater.co.uk 01707 268 111

The largest water-only supplier in the UK. Giving away free water saving devices to help people save water, energy and money.

Archant Specialist Canal Boat Magazine.......................................D2 www.canalboat.co.uk/ peter.lewis@archant.co.uk

Waterways Magazine

nbseagull@hotmail.co.uk 07881 804 840

www.betamarine.co.uk sales@betamarine.co.uk 01452 723 492

Marine Engineering. Ever increasing in popularity the Beta 43 Hybrid will be on display as well as our range of inboard engines for narrow and wide beam canal boats.

BC Boat Management Ltd.......FS1

Billing Marina.............................A30 Colin Gregory, Billing Marina, Billing Aquadrome, Crow Lane, Northampton, NN3 9DA

Boat Syndicate Management

www.billingmarina.co.uk colin@billingmarina.co.uk 01604 408 181 or 07762 905 145

www.bcbm.co.uk/ Andrew.barton@bcbm.co.uk 01270 628 076

Bedford and Milton Keynes Waterways Trust .....................A45 Claire Gathard, c/o Canal & River Trust, 1st Floor North, Station House, Elder Gate, Milton Keynes, MK9 1BB www.b-mkwaterway.org.uk info@b-mkwaterway.org.uk 01908 302 592

Charitable Trust. Help us build a brand new 26km waterway from the Grand Union Canal in Milton Keynes to the Great Ouse in Bedford; a green corridor linking communities and creating a unique sense of place.

Beez-Neez...................................G1 Mariea Merlo, 15 John Street, Lincoln, LN2 5BH merlomariea@hotmail.com 07813 939 848

Marina & Caravan Holiday Park.

Billing Marina situated on the River Nene in the heart of the English Shires. We have a new approach to moorings. Allow us to tailor your mooring needs.

BJ’s Spicy Nuts...........................B18 Barry Newton, Hawthorn Cottage, The Street, Chillesford, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3PU bjn6247@btconnect.com 01394 450333 07887 662113

Dry roasted peanuts, caramelised with added spices. Medium, hot and extra hot. Also sell mixed spice nuts with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves. Can you handle them?

Men’s and, ladies ethnic and retro clothing, hats, lanterns, sandals, scarfs, colourful and as fair trade as we can be.

Boater’s Christian Fellowship..................................G19 Julie Thorn, The Taft, Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, ST17 0XL

Beta Marine Ltd..........................D1 Andrew Growcoot, Davy Way, Waterwells, Quedgeley, Gloucester, GL22 2AD

BCF is an association of Christians interested in inland waterways

boaterschristianfellowship.org.uk Julie@thetaft.net 01889 881 326

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We seek to share our faith at festivals, on cruises and with local churches.

Boatfinder Brokerage Services.......................................F30 Boat Brokerage Ruth Chalmers, Suite 18, Edwin Foden Business Centre, Moss Lane, Sandbach, CW11 3AE www.boatfinderbrokerage.co.uk sales@boatfinderbrokerage.co.uk 01270 760 799

We offer a UK-wide, unique video boat brokerage service. Visit us for our latest DVD and details of new and used boats for sale or for details of our comprehensive selling service.

Boatshed Grand Union...........B10 Phil Bassett, 29 River Park, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1RB www.boatshedgrandunion.com phil@boatshedgrandunion.com 07794 005 741

Boatshed Grand Union is the online boat brokerage covering the southern Grand Union, London Canals and the Lee and Stort.

Brian Hood (Canalware).........B23 Brian Hood, 441 West Green Road, London, N15 3PL michellehd@hotmail.co.uk 020 8482 9425

Traditional hand-painted canalware and collectables.

Caldwells Windows Ltd..........A37 Reg Caldwell, Unit 1, Leeds Street, Wigan, WN3 4BW www.caldwellswindows.co.uk

A-Z sales@caldwellswindows.co.uk 01942 826 406

Caldwells Windows are this year celebrating 25 years in business manufacturing windows.

We would like to thank past and future customers for their continued support.

Canal Experience Training.......B10 Phil Bassett, 29 River Park, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1RB www.boatshedgrandunion.com phil@boatshedgrandunion.com 07794 005 741

“Easidri - Drying / Cleaning Tool” – 5 times more efficient than a chamois. Biodegradable and ecological. Alternative energy products.

Carefree Cruising (Boatshare) Ltd..........................F30 Christina Farrall, Suite 18, Edwin Foden Business Centre, Moss Lane, Sandbach, CW11 3AE www.carefreecruising.com admin@carefreecruising.com 01270 760 770

Canal Experience offers the RYA Inland Helmsman training course based near Watford, as well as own boat training and ICC.

We build and manage luxury shared ownership narrowboats.

Shared ownership is an affordable way to get afloat in your own boat! Come and see us for a copy of our brochure and DVD.

The Canal Shop.........................B33 Richard Saillet, The Canal Shop, Crick Road, Rugby, CV21 4PW

Cascada Fair Trade.....................G5

www.canalshoponline.co.uk Richard@canalshoponline.co.uk 01327 844 442

Fair Trade Craft

Chandlery and dry toilets. Dry toilets are the ideal solution for boats as they use no water, create no waste and have no smell. Air Head and Separett toilets on show along with a number of innovative products.

Carark Limited..........................B34 Shannon House, The Ash Path, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, GL4 8AW www.carark.co.uk eamon@carark.co.uk 07505 738 555 01452 530 045

Chandlery Product Supplies.

Launching the range of “Rainbow Care Products”, environmentally friendly and biodegradable.

Cascadasa@googlemail.com 07791 139096

Castle Marinas Ltd...................A21 www.castlemarinas.co.uk/ mikeshipman@castlemarinas.co.uk 01243 512 310

Marina Operators Chesterfield Canal Trust............F2 Robin Stonebridge, Hollingwood Hub, 22 Works Road, Hollingwood, Chesterfield, S43 2PF www.chesterfield-canal-trust.org. uk chair@chesterfield-canal-trust. org.uk 01246 477 569

Promoting full restoration and appropriate development of the Chesterfield Canal and campaigning for the construction

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Exhibitor Listings of the Rother Valley Link, a navigable waterway to join the Chesterfield Canal to the Sheffield and South Yorkshire Navigation.

Chiltern Boat Jumble.............H1-8 Liz Norris, 6 Tillers Link, Shephall, Stevenage, SG2 9BA www.waterways.org.uk/chiltern norrisea55@yahoo.co.uk 07977 374 116

IWA Chiltern Branch is organising this stand for the sale of a vast array of donated items that will be of interest to boaters and all waterways users.

Chichester Ship Canal Trust..G27 chichestercanal.org.uk/

Canal/River Society Cook Spanish.............................F25 Decorative Spanish Cookware Cotswold Canals Trust............A39 Mike Slade, 2 Bell House, Wallbridge Lock, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3JS www.cotswoldcanals.com mrmike.slade@gmail.com 07805 110080

Charitable trust promoting restoration of the 36 miles cross country waterway link between rivers Severn and Thames.

Current membership is over 7,000.

CPC Battery Services Ltd......A24 John Ford, CPC Battery Services Ltd, Surbiton, KT6 7RA www.cpcbatteries.co.uk john@cpcbatteries.co.uk 020 8397 1813

Sales and distribution of marine and leisure-cyclic and starter

A-Z batteries. Types include sealed and vented flooded , AGM, gel, lithium batteries , chargers, testers, inverters, solar panels. Fitment and technical advice available on the stand.

Cropredy Marina Ltd...............B12 www.cropredymarina.com info@cropredymarina.com 01788 824 034

Marina Deck Shoes Unlimited.............F23 Shoes Denka Batteries........................A24 Andrew Tan, Denka Batteries Ltd, Watford, WD18 8SA

Easy PC Advice.........................D17 Mark Cooper, 21 Ridgehurst Avenue, Watford, WD25 7AZ www.easypcadvice.com support@easypcadvice.com 07956 393 114

Easy PC Advice provides computer support to homes and small businesses. Our services include PC Problems Solved, Data Recovery, 1-1 Training for all ages, Web Design plus much more.

See our website for more information.

Elton Moss Boatbuilders..........F30 Artie Chalmers, Suite 18, Edwin Foden Business Centre, Moss Lane, Sandbach, CW11 3AE

www.denkapower.com a.tan@denkapower.com 01923 218 886

www.eltonmoss.com sales@eltonmoss.com 01270 760 770

Sales and distribution of marine and leisure-cyclic and starter batteries. Types include sealed and vented flooded , AGM, gel, lithium batteries , chargers, testers, inverters, solar panels. Fitment and technical advice available on stand.

Engines Plus...............................A75

Drivenet Driver Training........D11 Alastair Anderson, 6 Beresford Road, Rickmansworth, WD3 8QU www.drivenetdt.co.uk aanderson1@ntlworld.com 07969 294 071 01923 893 898

We are a friendly and dynamic local driving school offering manual and automatic lessons, male and female instructors.

Great offers 10 hours at £150 or 5 hours at £60 – see website for conditions.

We build bespoke and high specification standard layout boats.

Come and see us for a brochure and to discuss your boat build requirements.

www.enginesplus.co.uk/ hedley@enginesplus.co.uk 01453 547 273

Boat Engines Evesham Marina........................B19 www.eveshammarina.com/ info@eveshammarina.co.uk 01386 478 813

Boat Builders, Brokerage, Shared Ownership Extinguish Fire Solution Ltd..D20 Greg Caputs, Unit 32, Crawford House, Chartwell Drive, Wigston, Leicester, LE18 2FB www.extinguish-fire.co.uk info@extinguish-fire.co.uk

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For all your boat safety needs on fire equipment. Extinguishers beings serviced at this years show.

Fire extinguishers, fire blankets, first aid boxes, and much more.

Fertan UK..................................A44 Alan Thomas, 14 Broadwater Way, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 9LP www.fertan.co.uk alan@fertan.co.uk 02380 456 600

Fertan Rust Converter is the market leading treatment for corrosion on steel or iron.

Recommended by Waterways World since the 1980’s it is the best solution for long term protection.

Foundation for Water Research (FWR).......................A32 Neil Tytler, Allen House, The Listons, Liston Road, Marlow, Bucks, SL7 1FD www.fwr.org neiltytler@fwr.org.uk 01628 891 589

FWR is a charity dedicated to the education of the public in the science, engineering and management of water resources, water treatment, water supply and the water environment in general.

Friends of Cassiobury Park...G25 Peter Jenkins www.friendsofcassioburypark. org.uk info@friendsofcassioburypark. org.uk 01923 223 495

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ziggykelly@hotmail.com 07507 152 379

Friends of the Cromford Canal..............................................E3 Matthew Rogers, 2 Main Road, Whatstandwell, Matlock, Derby, DE4 5HE

Hands on Design & Print..........G9 Andy Kinnear, 76 Main Street, Lubenham, LE16 9TG

www.cromfordcanal.org.uk chairman@cromfordcanal.info 07968 766 620

Our own unique designs hand printed onto clothing and fabrics using only natural materials and water-based inks.

Restoration of the Cromford Canal between Langley Mill and Cromford through the stunning Derbyshire countryside and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.

Garden Exteriors Ltd...............F39 Jackie Bowcott, 19Spon Lane, Grendon, Warwickshire, CV9 2PD www.gardenexteriors.co.uk info@gardenexteriors.co.uk 01827 705 215

Authentic arctic structures.

Outdoor living with a difference.

George Gercs Wholesale Ltd..B9 Textiles, hosiery and hats Gifticuffs......................................F24 gifticuffs.com/ simon@gifticuffs.com 01582 593130

Gifts for musicians and many others Grand Union Designs.............C25 Elaine Kelly Saha www.elainekelly.com

Exquisite kiln formed glass, hand made portholes to your design, size, colour. Bespoke bowls, wall hangings, coasters and jewellery.

Adds a creative sparkle to your boat or home.

andykinnear@btinternet.com 01858 464 885

Hanmade....................................C20 Hannah Brookes, 27 Furze View, Chorleywood, Herts, WD3 5HT www.hanmade.co hannahrachelbrookes@yahoo. co.uk 07845 757 485

My work includes necklaces, bracelets, bags, small angelina fibre/felt pictures, glass suncatchers and pendants. Also mixed media paintings, prints and greeting cards.

Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust............................................G26 Grebe House, St Michael’s Street, St Albans, AL3 4SN www.hertswildlifetrust.org.uk info@hmwt.org 01727 858 901

Charity information display promoting local nature reserves, wildlife gardening and the children’s Watch Club. Advice, membership, and information available.

Exhibitor Listings High Line Yachting Ltd...............A2 www.high-line.co.uk sales@high-line.co.uk 01753 651 496

Boat Sales Historic Narrow Boat Club..D21 Clair Butler, Waterwinch, 24 Grindley Brook, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 4QJ www.hnbc.org.uk shop@hnbc.org.uk 01948 664 028

A-Z guides, gifts and members’ clothing for sale. Visit the IWA for the greatest display of Waterways related books you will ever see!

IWA London Region..............H1-8 Peter Winter, Island House, Moor Road, Chesham, HP5 1WA www.waterways.org.uk/branches_ regions/london peter.winter@waterways.org.uk 07722 184 117

Interested in the history of working narrow boats, traditional skills and the built heritage of our canals? Visit our stand for information, books, cards, photographs and good company.

Waterways Charity. This stand will showcase the diverse range of canal and river waterways of the London area and highlight activities of IWA Branches from Middlesex, London, Chelmsford, Lee and Stort and Chiltern.

Hotel Boat Kailani....................FS 4 Gordon Horry, 107 High Street, South Milford, Leeds, LS25 5AQ

IWA Middlesex Branch.........H1-8 Robin Bishop, 11 Lichfield Road, Cricklewood, London, NW2 2RE

www.hotelboatkailani.com info@hotelboatkailani.com 07447 051 558

Luxury cruising wide beam hotel boat on UK canals and rivers. Fully catered, 3-7 day breaks for up to 4 guests in private en-suite cabins, with spacious living/dining area.

Choices of start and finish points.

Inland Waterways Association Island House, Moor Road, Chesham, HP5 1WA www.waterways.org.uk info@waterways.org.uk 01494 783 453

Come and see the Inland Waterways Association marquee to find the answers to all your questions on the inland waterways. We can also tell you how to join us and have a range of books, maps, waterways

www.waterways.org.uk/middlesex robinebishop@tiscali.co.uk 07899 816 998

Waterways Charity. We have various waterways related items for sale including tea towels, jigsaws, bridge plaques, books, badges and maps. We also have a display map and information about Britain’s inland waterways.

IWA South London Branch..H1-8 www.waterways.org.uk

Waterways Charity. The Waterways Game, Shire Books and Waterway Books for sale and information on South London waterways can be found on our stand.

Inkas Crafts.................................G7 Peruvian - wide range of handmade items

International Guild of Knot Tyers.............................................F21 78 Marlborough Avenue, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2AP www.igkt.net secretary@igkt.net

The IGKT is an educational nonprofit charity, dedicated to the furthering interest in all aspects of knotting. Membership is open to any individual or group interested in knot tying and its associated skills.

Jays 4 Jewellery..........................C14 Jacqueline Warren, 37 Burlish Close, Stourport on Severn, DY13 8XW halfashilling@hotmail.co.uk 01299 828 331 07721 000 123

My jewellery is hand-made by myself from glass pearls, semi precious stones, wooden, crystal and lamp work glass beads. I use good quality materials and keep prices affordable. I also make children’s name bracelets while you wait.

JMG LED Lighting......................F20 www.jmgled.co.uk paulcrooks@btopenworld.com 07901 852 950

A range of LED lighting for narrowboat, marine, motorhome, caravan, domestic and commercial use. Please visit our stand or contact us to discuss your individual requirements.

Johns Car Books......................C24 johnscarbooks@yahoo.co.uk 07770 785 127

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Waterway Recovery Group runs week long canal restoration holidays called “Canal Camps” and weekend digs for volunteers.

We travel the country in our bright red vans carrying out canal restoration work from Lancaster in the north to the Wey and Arun Canal in the south, all the way across to the Swansea Canal in Wales and back again to the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation in Essex.

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Exhibitor Listings Kings Lock Chandlery.............A75 www.kingslock.co.uk sales@kingslock.co.uk 01606 737 564

Webasto Heating System Kuranda UK Ltd........................B11 Darren Griffiths, Kuranda House, Forge Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak, SU23 7HY www.kuranda.co.uk info@kuranda.co.uk 01663 734 800

Marine Heating and Electrical Systems. Kuranda UK are the heating, cooking and power specialists. Product ranges include Wallas, Kabola, Victron Energy, Sigmar, Kalori, Sleipner & Aurinco.

Le Tonkinois Varnish.................A71 Brian Murkin, 81 Northumbria Road, Maidenhead, SL6 3DQ www.letonkinoisvarnish.co.uk mail@letonkinoisvarnish.co.uk 01628 548 840

Le Tonkinois Varnish & Flexidisc Sander. Demonstration of the ‘Flexidisc’ Sander, obtaining fantastic finishes on all materials and the sensational LE TONKINOIS natural oil varnish which will not crack, peel or show brush marks.

London Canal Museum..............E2 Martin Sach, 12-13 New Wharf Road, London N1 9RT www.canalmuseum.org.uk martin@canalmuseum.org.uk 020 7713 0836

London Canal Museum tells the history of London’s canals from their early days to today’s leisure uses. It is set in a former ice warehouse where ice was once

A-Z stored, imported from Norway, to Kings Cross. The London Canal Museum will be showcasing one of the UK’s last surviving Towpath Tractors. Heritage fans will enjoy the chance to see this fully working exhibit close up.

London Narrow Boat Project David Otway, 20 Tewkesbury Avenue, Forest Hill, London, SE23 3DQ www.lnbp.co.uk dotwayuk@yahoo.co.uk 0208 699 7806

Queens Award Charity, providing canal holidays and educational trips for young people and those with special needs of all ages on its 12 berth narrow boats, Lancelot and Guinevere.

Lyncroft Handmade Cakes....D10 Moji Green www.lyncrofthandmadecakes.co.uk moji@lyncrofthandmadecakes. co.uk 07988 199 882

I am a Leicestershire trader in traditional British cakes, bakes and treats including those for special diets such as gluten free, dairy free, egg free, vegan and diabetic. Everything I produce is baked by me from scratch using as far as possible locally sourced ingredients, including free range organic eggs.

Margaret’s Frozen Luxuries Ltd.................................B1 Paul Brown/Margaret Salmon, Priory Farm Granary, Halstead Road, Earls Colne, Essex, CO6 2LR

Margaret@mflux.co.uk 01787 224 865

Award winning luxury frozen yoghurt. Below 3% fat, gluten free, vegetarian, nothing artificial, made freshly, blending with fruit from our selection. To enjoy immediately in a tab or cone.

Sublime taste! Not to be missed!

Marine Engine Services Ltd.....F19 Peter Thompson, Unit 1, 549 Eskdale Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 2RT www.marineengine.co.uk mareng@btconnect.com 01895 236 246

Marine and industrial diesel engine spares and advice. Stockists of Lister, Petter and Isuzu spares and service items. Supplier of Canalube oils and other lubricants.

Parts for older diesel engines, technical information and advice.

Come and speak to us about special show offers!

Marine Injection Services.......A43 Mr V. Martin, Unit 2, Flowers Industrial Estate, Latimer Road, Luton, LU1 3XA www.marineinjection.com sales@marineinjection.com 01582 724 072

Diesel Fuel Injection. Kits for diesel engines with a flexible spill pipe, a non-return value block which when bolted to the injection pump gives a combined nonreturn value and ‘return’ fitting complying with B.S.S. Plus other pipe fittings and filters for diesel engines.

www.margaretsfrozenluxuries. co.uk

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Exhibitor Listings Meandercraft.............................C12 Michal Porter

during the show.

nbseagull@hotmail.com 07881 804 840

Motech Control Ltd................A38 Bill Eunson, Unit 14 Lloyds Court, Manor Royal, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9QX

Back cabin antiques and collectables. 40+ items of genuine Meashamware; 300+ ribbon plates; unrivalled choice secondhand/ out of print waterway books; 150 period waterways maps & prints; canal pictures; copper & brass items; linen and lace – and always something to surprise!

Melton and Oakham Waterways Society........................................D18 Charity – waterway books, videos and tea towels Mimosa Jewels.............................G2 www.mimosajewels.co.uk info@mimosajewels.co.uk 07971 813 747

Mimosa Jewels pop-up boutique sells funky and statement jewellery, design-led fashion, scarves, shabby chic gifts, eclectic tunes & resort-wear in floaty chiffon, georgette and fine cotton invoking the longing for forever summer.

Miracle Leisure Products........B14 Mrs C A Bailey & Mr T Tinsley, ‘Kingfisher House’. 5 Woodthorpe Drive, Bewdley, DY12 2RH www.miracleleisureproducts.co.uk miracle.leisure@virgin.net 07767 206 246

Rescue ladders, prop-mates, all cleaning materials for boats, cars, caravans and motorhomes, tiller pins, brolly-mates 4 sizes. Come along and see our cleaning demos

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www.motech.co.uk bill.eunson@motech.co.uk 01293 440 710

Electric Propulsion for Boats.

An electric drive system from Motech is very smooth and quiet, with enough power to propel most inland boats and many ocean-going vessels as well. It also supplies round-the-clock power for any on-board appliances.

M&R Controls UK....................F10 Martin Worthington and Tim Davis, 1D Stonebroom Industrial Estate, Stonebroom, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6LQ www.controlsuk.co.uk martin@mandrcontrols.co.uk 01773 875 795

Narrow boat solar systems and inverters. We supply and fit (if required) solar systems from 100 to 600 watt. Controllers available.

Over 500 boats already fitted. We offer quality and full back up. Buy with confidence.

Multicell International Ltd.........F1 Clive Ringrose, Unit 6 Swannington Road, Broughton Astley, Leicestershire, LE9 6TU www.multicell.co.uk cliveringrose@multicell.co.uk 01455 283 443

Practical power solutions for all portable power environments.

Batteries, inverters, chargers – Multicell offer comprehensive and technical advice for any

tailor made power solution. New maintenance free battery ranges from Vetus and Banner on show.

Narrow Dog................................C8 Terry Darlington, 7 Oulton Road, Stone, ST15 8EB www.narrowdog.com terry@narrowdog.com 07875 457 840

Author selling books. Terry and Monica Darlington and their whippets Jim and Jess with signed copies of their best-sellers Narrow Dog to Carcassonne , Narrow Dog to Indian River and Narrow Dog to Wigan Pier.

Narrowboat Art – Andre Cornhill......................................C10 www.narrowboatart.co.uk andre@narrowboatart.co.uk

Canal Art & Giftware National Trust – River Wey....D16 Dapdune Wharf, Wharf Road, Guildford, GU1 4RR www.nationaltrust.org.uk riverwey@nationaltrust.org.uk 01483 561 389

Canal/River Navigation NB Lucy Project.......................C17 Peter Boyce, Tess Wharf, London Road, Braunston, Northants, NN11 7HB www.phobox.com/lucy pboyce@phobox.com 07729 139 765

The Lucy Project is restoring the wooden butty Lucy. She was built by nurses in Braunston for John Knill in 1952, and carried until 1970. The sales stand shows history, rescue and project progress.

Exhibitor Listings Needwood Antiques................B22 David Pemberton, The Stables, Wilmore Lane, Rangemore, Burton on Trent, DE13 9RD Davidpemberton51@gmail.com 01283 713 355 07974 958 908

Canalia-antique boating items, Measham Ware, ribbon plates, waterway prints, painted ware, antique brass and copper, period lamps and lighting.

Noise Killer Acoustics.............F18 Steve Bithell, Unit 7 Parkside Industrial Estate, Edge Lane Street, Royton, Oldham, OL2 6DS www.noisekiller.co.uk steve@noisekiller.co.uk 0161 652 7080

Sound proofing materials for Marine Engine Rooms. Noise reduction blankets for diesel engines. Silence jackets for generators.

Northern Fabrication Services......................................A34 Eddie Brooke, Unit 7 Clifton Industrial Estate, Rake Lane, Clifton, Swinton, Manchester, M27 8LT www.boatmanstove.co.uk eddie.brooke@btopenworld.com 07831 624 822

The Boatman Stove is manufactured by a British Company in Manchester.

Personal and bespoke service plus excellent after sales for all refurbishment needs. We also retail a range of cast iron stoves and associated chandlery.

The Northwich Boat Company.....................................F30 Artie Chalmers, Suite 18, Edwin

A-Z Foden Business Centre, Moss Lane, Sandbach, CW11 3AE www.thenorthwichboat.com sales@thenorthwichboat.com 01270 760 160

Boat Builders. We offer a range of sail-away and fully fitted narrowboats, wide beams and Dutch barges. Come and see us for a brochure and to discuss your boat build requirements.

PartyLite with Michelle........G17B Michelle Shipton, 11 Whitley Street, Scampton, Lincoln, LN1 2UR www.michellenorthlight.partylite. co.uk northlightcandles@gmail.com 07792 958 735

PartyLite home decor, accessories and fragrances designed to accentuate your home that are as stunning as they are diverse. Styles and scents for every taste, elegant, dramatic or relaxing. Order direct from Michelle today!

Passenger Lift Services Limited........................................A25 Richard Poston, Unit 1C & 1D, Pearsall Drive, Oldbury, B69 2RA www.passengerliftservices.co.uk Richard.poston@pls-access.co.uk 0121 552 0660

Wheelchair access utilising lifts and ramps, for the bus, boat and specialist vehicles from Passenger Lift Services, the UK market leader for under floor passenger lifts. Conceived and created in 1990, PLS are based in the West Midlands.

Paw-things.com..........................F17 Ian Evans, Pant Farm, Tyla Lane,

Castleton, Gwent, CF3 6XG www.paw-things.com ian@feats.com 01633 681 881

Unusual things for things with paws! Dog life jackets, hi-viz tabards, back-packs, heat-reflecting coats, harnesses and leads, nonspill bowls, seat covers, and the amazing ‘Hair-raiser’ de-shedding comb – transform your dog (or cat!), boat, home, car, free refreshments for all four-legged visitors!

Pb Batteries Ltd........................B31 www.pbbatteries.com/ david.millin@powercell.co.uk 0843 281 2682

Deep-cycle batteries and chargers ‘Peter’s Pantry’ – A Sweet Delight..........................................C1 Peter Draper, 5 Beaumont Close, Hartford, Huntingdon, PE29 1ER www.peterspantry.com peterspantry@yahoo.co.uk 07594 567 590

Wide range of sweets, chocolates and fudge suitable for all ages and tastes. Including sugar free sweets, suitable for diabetics. Come and enjoy a trip down memory lane.

Residential Boat Owners Association................................A33 Beryl McDowall, nb WASP, off Barons Way, Mountsorrel, Leicestershire, LE12 7EA www.rboa.org.uk secretary@rboa.org.uk 07710 029 247

Support for Residential Boaters.

Currently celebrating our 50th anniversary, we are the only national association specifically

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iwashop.com IWA Christmas Cards & Calendar available from the IWA Marquee All proceeds support IWA campaigns Into the Mist From an original painting by Alan Firth

Heading for Home From an original painting by Alan Firth

Sutton Stop, Hawkesbury From an original watercolour by Alan Fairbairn using a photograph by Tim Lewis

Christmas Cards - £3.60 Per Pack

Printed on high quality card. Supplied in packs of ten of one design.

IWA’s Own Calendar - £3.60

One month to view with space for daily notes.

Illustrated with a waterway scene in a detachable postcard format. approximately.

Hoar Frost at Hillmorton, Oxford Canal Photograph by Roger Butler

Gas Street Basin From an original painting by Alan Bamford

Available from the IWA Marquee

or go online www.iwashop.com, or call 01494 783453

IWA Calendar Featuring waterway scenes in a detachable postcard format.

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representing the interests of residential boaters. Offering support, help and advice to members, we also actively engage with waterways authorities to protect our life-afloat.

generating awareness that nature on their doorstep is in trouble and show how they can help.

River Canal Rescue....................A7 Lauren McCabe, Unit 10 Tilcon Avenue, Baswich, Stafford

www.roydonmarinavillage.co.uk james.white@roydonmarinavillage. co.uk 01279 792 777

www.rivercanalrescue.co.uk lauren@rivercanalrescue.co.uk 01785 785 680

Marine breakdown and recovery service for boaters on the inland waterways.

Riveted Narrowboat Company........................................J1 Toby Ombler, Unit 3&4 Caburn Enterprise Par, The Broyle, East Sussex, BN8 5NP www.rivetednarrowboatcompany. co.uk toby@rivetednarrowboatcompany. co.uk 01273 813 870

Traditional Boat Builders. Working alongside Marine Power Services we are developing a traditionally built narrowboat with a vintage marine engine for the enthusiast.

Pop down and see our riveted trailer and vintage engine.

RSPB...........................................G16 Tessa Clarke, 65 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1UD www.facebook.com/rspbintheeast tessa.clarke@rspb.org.uk 01603 660 066

Conservation of Birds and Wildlife. Our ‘Giving Nature a Home’ campaign aims to galvanise people across the UK to create homes for nature in their gardens,

Roydon Marina Village.............A29 James White, Roydon Marina Village, Roydon, Essex, CM19 5EJ

Marina & Holiday Home Park.

RoyScot Larch Ltd....................B30 Matt Ashmall, 4 Bradfield Court, Milton Road, Drayton, OX14 4EF www.royscotlarch.co.uk contact@royscotlarch.co.uk 01235 438 280

Marine Finance. RoyScot Larch are the UK’s leading provider of finance on the inland waterways.

With a wealth of experience, and a small friendly expert team, we believe we offer unrivalled service for our customers and brokers alike.

Sea Ranger Association...........G11 Julia Iskett, 7 Lambly Hill, Virginia Water, Surrey, GU25 4BF www.searangers.co.uk Julia.iskett@ba.com 07970 618 184

Fun and adventure on and off the water for girls aged 9-21 years.

Activities include rowing, canoeing, sailing, narrowboating, swimming, hiking and camping, as well as making lots of new friends.

SGM Publishing.........................C16 Steve Miles, 47 Silicon Court, Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes, MK5 7DJ www.sgmpublishing.co.uk steve.miles@sgmpublishing.co.uk

01908 604 337

Publisher of printed and e-books.

Britain’s most popular historical waterway novels, including the Michael Baker and Jess Carter series, plus other books from Geoffrey Lewis aka S.G. Miles.

Also factual reminiscences of the working canals. Author book signing every day.

Smith & Gosnold Home & Leisure.........................................F12 George Gosnold, 46 Kinross Crescent, Sundon Park, Luton, LU3 3JS www.smithandgosnold.co.uk smith-gosnold@fsmail.net 01582 562 277 07768 450 045

Aerial and satellite suppliers and installers. Established since 1964 we pride ourselves on an excellent customer and installation service to the home and leisure industry. Our products include Maxview, Autex, Oyster, Teleco, and Hyundai generators.

Stylish Flames............................C21 Mr E.W. Beale, 4 Belle Vue, Arbury Road, Nuneaton, CV10 7NP Stylishflame2@gmail.com 02476 744 503

Enjoy the natural beauty of real flames with no need for ventilation of a flue. Come and see our range of bio fuel fires working. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

Sussex Ouse Restoration Trust............................................G10 Hazel Lintott, 4 Farm Cottages, Parkfield Way, Haywards Heath, RH16 4TB

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Exhibitor Listings www.sxouse.org.uk info@sxouse.org.uk 01444 414 413

Waterway Restoration Society.

‘SORT’ is dedicated to the restoration of navigation to the Sussex Ouse. Already working at two lock sites, there is much more to be done. Help save this important part of Sussex’s industrial heritage.

Sweet Choice..............................C9 Joy Joyce, 47 Park Road, Raunds, Northants, NN9 6JL Joyjoyce1@yahoo.co.uk 07894 500 022

Handmade fudge in over twentyfive flavours.

T.R. Boat Handling....................A22 Terry Robertson, 38 Waterside Court, Gnosall, Stafford, ST20 0AR www.trboathandling.com shropshirelass@trboathandling. fsnet.co.uk 01785 824 012 07947 337 492

RYA recognised training centre.

One day intensive, two and three day staying on board our own narrowboat, canal and river training for RYA Inland Waterways Helmsman Certificate. Or aboard your own boat. ICC & CEVNI for Europe.

T.W. Marine Ltd.........................B32 www.twmarine.co.uk info@twmarine.co.uk 01663 745 757

Marine engineers and equipment supplies

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A-Z The New & Used Boat Company.........................FS2 & B20 www.newandusedboat.co.uk/ hanbury@newandusedboat.co.uk 01905 794 445

Boat Builders, Sales New & Used Tingdene Marinas Ltd..............A23 Steve Arber, Bradfield Road, Wellingborough, Northants, NN8 4HB www.tingdene.net marinas@tingdene.net 0845 293 8320

We have seven superior marinas in Central and Southern England offering berths for narrowboats, cruisers and barges. More Locations, More Choice.

Towergate Mardon (Michael Stimpson)...................................A42 www.insurance-marine.co.uk stimpsonm@aol.com 01923 770 425

Inland Marine Insurance Towpath Talk..............................A72 www.towpathtalk.co.uk/

Newspaper – ‘Towpath Talk’ Triple X Trading.........................B29 triplextrading@gmx.com

Power Drill Bits Unique Essentials...................G17a Eileen McDonagh, 14 Cricketers Close, Southgate, London, N14 4BT

Usborne Books........................C22 www.sallysbooks.co.uk sallycolledge@hotmail.com

Usborne Books Vetus Ltd.......................................E1 www.vetus.co.uk sales@vetus.co.uk 023 8045 4507

Boat Engines & Equipment Viking Mouldings...........................J3 Vincent Clayden, Unit 11, Ongar Road, Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1EU www.vikingcruisers.com info@vikingcruisers.com 01371 875 214

Boat Builders. We have a great range of inland waterway boats, many different models, all fibreglass, from 6’10 beam up to 10’4, lengths from 20ft-32ft.

Virginia Currer Marine Ltd......A3 John Currer, Delta House, Delta Way, Thorpe, Egham, Surrey www.vcmarine.co.uk jc@vcmarine.co.uk 01784 432 111

Virginia Currer Marine are based just west of London and specialise in the sale of second hand canal boats; wide beam steel boats and residential boats located near London and in the south.

Eileen.mcdonagh@gmail.com 020 882 22779

Volt Master Systems..................A6 Keith Meadowcroft, 6 Aston Lane, Aston Flamville, near Hinckley, LE10 3AA

We blend the finest natural essential oils with simple ingredients to produce products which give you excitingly noticeable results.

Marine Electrical Design, Inspection, Supply and Installation.

www.voltmastersystems.co.uk info@voltmastersystems.co.uk 07740 200 775 01455 250 601

Exhibitor Listings Volt Master Systems have just one mission and that is to provide reliable on board power. This is using the latest technology from international suppliers such as Mastervolt, BEP, Blue Seas and Fischer Panda.

Watford Borough Council.....A47 Helen Smith, Town Hall, Watford, WD17 3EX www.watford.gov.uk helen.smith@watford.gov.uk 01923 278 238

Local Authority. ‘Have your say’ about improvements to Cassiobury Park. Latest plans to improve our much-loved park through Heritage Lottery Funding.

Visit our stand to have a look at some designs and tell us what you think.

Webb Marine Ltd........................F3 www.webbmarine.com 023 9283 3883

Boat Marine Pumps 12 24V Wendover Arm Trust.............H1-8 Bob Wheal, 66 Bryants Acre, Wendover, HP22 6LA www.wendoverarmtrust.co.uk enquiries@wendoverarmtrust. co.uk 07547 181 857

Canal Restoration Charitable Trust. We are restoring the 6 ¾ mile Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal to full navigation.

The Arm runs from Bulbourne near Tring to Wendover through unspoilt countryside. All work is undertaken by unpaid volunteers.

A-Z Westcountry Cheese................C2

Yash Jani........................................G4 Indian ethnic handmade crafts

Cheese – over 100 varieties

Zead.............................................F11

www.westcountrycheeses.co.uk dave.selectcheese@hotmail.com

Wey and Arun Canal Trust.....D12 Peter Marchi www.weyandarun.co.uk themarchis@talktalk.net 01483 207 815

www.zead.co.uk ian@zead.co.uk

WiFi products for Boaters

Restoration of Wey and Arun Canal. The Wey and Arun Canal was built to link the Rivers Wey and Arun to form an inland barge route between London and the south coast opened in 1816 but closed in 1870.

Wildcat Enterprises.................A40 Wendy Beaumont, 39 St John’s Road, Grove, Oxon, OX12 7HP www.wildcatenterprises.co.uk wendydavid41@talktalk.net 01235 764 172

We are a RYA recognised training establishment offering courses leading to the RYA Inland Waterways Helmsman Certificate and CEVNI/ICC Certificate. We also run courses on engine and general boat maintenance, buying a boat and family taster days.

Wilsons of Kinver.....................A73 Ralph Wilson, Lockside Works-Mill Lane, Kinver, Staffordshire, DY7 6LH Dorothy@wilsonsupholstery.co.uk 01384 872 983

We manufacture boat covers and specialised boat furniture.

Wilts & Berks Canal Trust.....D22 www.wbct.org.uk/

Canal/River Society

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IWA Campaigning & HS2

IWA campaigns and lobbies for support and encourages public participation in the inland waterways.

The Inland Waterways Association’s vision is to see a widely-appreciated and well-maintained network of inland waterways available for the benefit of all.

We are therefore constantly campaigning to achieve this in a number of ways. As a part of this we often undertake campaigns to work on specific issues that have or may in the future have a real impact on our inland waterways.

Campaigns focused on HS2 and Himalayan Balsam are currently our largest, alongside our ongoing work to achieve our vision of appreciated and maintained waterways.

IWA is organised into 33 local branches covering geographical areas across the country, through which volunteers coordinate activities locally, as diverse as policing planning applications likely to be detrimental to the waterway corridor, providing engineering expertise to local waterway societies, raising money for restoration schemes and educating the public on the value and benefits of their local waterways.

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HS2- The Waterways View…

‘HS2’ is the high speed and high technology railway planned to run from London on a new route up to Birmingham, and as part of a second phase from there north west to Manchester, and north east to Leeds describing a rough ‘Y’ shape on central England.

To achieve and maintain the high speeds, the route is made up of more gentle gradients and sweeping curves than our existing railways, with fewer stations; 4 on the London - Birmingham route, 3 on the Birmingham - Manchester route, and 3 on the Birmingham - Leeds route.

The project has been in detailed planning since its formal announcement in 2010, and is politically controversial. Britain, it is claimed, has moved from a leader in railway development to a laggard, and is missing out on economic benefits such as quicker journey times and increased freight capacity as a result. The first part of the route up to Birmingham was announced in January 2012, and the second part to Manchester and Leeds in January 2013.

IWA’s mission is: • T o advocate the restoration, conservation, good maintenance and sensitive development of the inland waterways of England and Wales, including the structures and buildings of the waterways that

One of the sites that IWA is particularly concerned about being affected by HS2, is the beautiful and peaceful countryside around Wood End Lock near Fradley Junction where three rail crossings are planned.

One would be at hedgetop height in the background of the picture above.

are an integral part of the waterway environment.

• T o encourage the fullest use of the inland waterways for recreation and commerce in so far as that is commensurate with their preservation, the maintenance and improvement of their historic and natural environment and the enjoyment of others.

waterways, and an active membership countrywide so it is essential we work with all interested parties to maximise our influence and achieve the best result possible.

The route from London to Birmingham (‘HS2 phase1’) has just

• T o educate everyone about the use and benefits of the inland waterways by means of publications (both printed and electronic), practical examples to demonstrate benefits and participative activities.

completed a formal consultation on design amendments and the required draft environmental statement, and is expected to be the subject of a public/private bill in Parliament later in 2013. IWA has responded to the consultation, and will be briefing MPs as the bill passes through its stages.

Our position on whether or not Britain needs a high speed railway is neutral; others have to make those decisions. However, as the route marches out across the countryside and waterways of England, our mission demands we engage with those responsible for approving, planning, engineering and operating the system to ensure that, on balance, our waterways get a fair deal.

The initial preferred routes from Birmingham to Manchester and Birmingham to Leeds (together ‘HS2 phase2’) were announced by the Department of Transport in January 2013, and a consultation is scheduled for late in 2013. IWA will respond to this consultation.

We are not alone in this role

Planning authorities are looking after their areas, cruising clubs, canal societies and water based businesses have local and regional interests, and our colleagues at Canal & River Trust are deeply involved as operators of many canals and navigations.

However, only IWA has the national overview of all

Assuming approval is achieved, construction will begin on phase 1 in 2016 and should be complete by 2025, and for phase 2 completion is currently scheduled for around 2032.

Visit the IWA Marquee for more information and examples of where and how our waterways may be at risk from HS2- and add your contact details to our supporters list!

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IWA Chiltern Branch clearing Himalayan Balsam

IWA in Action - Get Involved!

In the first half of 2013, IWA recorded 642 volunteer days worked at our work parties!

There’s a huge range of ways in which you can volunteer with IWA. Whether you are a lover of all things practical or think your time is better spent inside there will be something to suit you.

IWA canal clean-ups

and work parties are at the heart of what our volunteers do. IWA Branches arrange these events across the country and throughout the year, with like-minded people gathering together to have a good time and make a visible difference to our waterways. Work can be carried out on the towing path, waterway or both with tasks including litter picking, vegetation clearance, lock painting and pulling items from the canal – as you can see there’s something for everyone!

Equipment is provided and volunteers are asked to wear strong shoes, old clothes and to bring waterproofs. Tea and coffee is often available but a packed lunch should be bought if you intend to be out for the whole day.

The benefits of work parties

are many. The physical work improves navigable waterways, but it’s also an opportunity to get new people involved. A work party is a great place to make new friends, discover your local waterway and get out in the fresh air and have some exercise.

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Forthcoming Work Party Dates in the South East 24th July

imalayan Balsam Work Party – H Marsworth (10am-2pm)

17th August

Towpath Taskforce Day – City Road Basin, London (10am-4pm)

20th August

Towpath Taskforce Day – Slough Arm (10am-3:30pm)

For more work party dates and events https://www.waterways.org.uk/iwa/calendar/ Got a question or want to get involved in an IWA activity? Then don’t hesitate to contact the Branch Campaign Team, Alison Smedley and Stefanie Preston, at alison.smedley@waterways.org.uk or stefanie. preston@waterways.org.uk or on 01494 783 453.

Case Study: Last summer IWA Chiltern Branch volunteers helped control the spread of Himalayan Balsam by spending a day clearing the plant from a Grand Union side pond.

They spent a morning volunteering alongside Canal & River Trust staff near Lock 44 on the Marsworth flight. Some of the plants were over 2 metres tall! The Branch is returning on 24th July to carry on the good work at Marsworth so why not come along and help!

Regent’s Canal, London

Overstaying Mooring in the London Region

Demand for residential mooring in London has always been high.

proposal we advocated a new regime of mooring in London based on a mixture of greater enforcement and self-regulation where this can be achieved.

In recent years there has been a growth in the numbers of “continuous cruisers” staying within a narrow geographical area near London to the extent that visitor moorings are now virtually saturated.

We are now working closely with Canal & River Trust, other groups, such as Residential Boat Owners Association, and local residents to find a solution.

The combination of the lack of affordable housing and the better employment prospects in the south east means that this problem is likely to get worse unless action is taken.

To try and stimulate a debate on this issue and to help find a solution to the problems the London Region of IWA produced ‘A Proposal for Reducing Overstaying Boats in the London Area’. In the

Camden Lock, Regent’s Canal, London

This solution must balance the needs of those who wish to live on our waterways, and follow the rules, with those who wish to use them for recreational purposes.

Thank You to our Festival Sponsors

Thank you to all the volunteers from The Inland Waterways Association and IWA’s

Waterway Recovery Group for helping to build the site and run the festival.

Festival Awards waterway recovery group

IWA wish to acknowledge, with grateful thanks, the following for their support of our 2013 Festival Awards:-

River Canal Rescue IWA National Festival has been supported by Watford

Borough Council

CanalBoat Magazine Beta Marine Midland Chandlers Calor

Thank you to Canal & River Trust for providing a tug and flat for the lavender boat.

Video Active Kings Lock Chandlery Miracle Leisure Products Mortons Media Group (Towpath Talk)

Thank you to Lee Sanitation for sponsoring the wristbands.

JM Goods & Lighting

We acknowledge with thanks the help and support given to us by Lockett & Co in connection with the licensing requirements for this event

Waterways World

Big thanks to Hewden Plant Hire for donating a 3t excavator for the duration of the festival!

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Thank you to the following for providing photos for this brochure: Tim Lewis, Julie Arnold Waterways Images, Phil Sharpe, Alison Smedley, Roger Butler, Frank Trumble, Helen Whitehouse, Waterway Recovery Group and Watford Borough Council.

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