Canal barriers not straightforward after Walsall petition
Walsall family calls for canal barriers after Jody Brown's death. Canal and River Trust says fencing is complex due to boater access and rescue needs.
Category : Canal Network
Family demands canal safety after Walsall mum drowns
Jody Brown, a 35-year-old mother of five, drowned in a Walsall canal. Her family is calling for safety barriers after CCTV showed her falling into the water.
Police CCTV Appeal After Dog Attack in Birmingham
West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a dog attack on a canal in Birmingham city centre. One dog attacked another on James Brindley Walk.
Chesterfield Canal Trust Receives Two Grants for Boats and Hub
The Chesterfield Canal Trust receives grants from Nottinghamshire County Council and Mansfield Building Society for boat maintenance and a new bench at Hollingwood Hub.
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EasyJet Summer Pledge for 50 Million Passengers
EasyJet launches 'book with confidence' pledge for summer, guaranteeing full schedule of 50 million seats and no price increases after booking.
Magnet Fishing Boom in Birmingham Canals: Uncovering History
The Black Country Canal Rats and other magnet fishing enthusiasts are exploring Birmingham's waterways, finding everything from grenades to scooters while facing legal and safety concerns from authorities.
Easter Event Celebrates 25 Years of Canal Reopening
An Easter Eggstravaganza at Tunnel End, Standedge Tunnel in Marsden celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal reopening with family adventures and community festivities.
Body Found in West Midlands Canal, Death Not Suspicious
A man's body was discovered in a canal in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, early Saturday morning. West Midlands Police are working to identify the deceased and inform next of kin.
Man Found Dead in Staffordshire Canal: Second Tragedy
Emergency services responded to a tragic incident where a man's body was recovered from the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal in Stafford. This marks the second such incident in the area this month.
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Leicestershire Canals Get £1.3m Restoration to Combat Climate Pressures
The Canal and River Trust is undertaking a significant £1.3 million maintenance programme on Leicestershire's historic canals, replacing lock gates and restoring brickwork to ensure navigability and resilience against extreme weather.
Gloucester Docks Silt Crisis: Calls for Sustainable Fix
Major silt disruption at Gloucester Docks prompts calls for long-term solutions. £4.8 million allocated for dredging, but stakeholders warn against unsustainable spending.
Narrow boat refloated after Shropshire canal breach
The narrow boat 'Pacemaker' is back on the water after a major canal breach in Whitchurch. Read about the rescue operation and the ongoing recovery efforts for two other stranded vessels.
Boats still stranded after Shropshire canal breach
Three narrowboats remain trapped a week after a 50m breach on the historic Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. See the latest rescue efforts and official updates.
Major incident as sinkhole swallows boats on Shropshire canal
A major incident was declared after a canal breach created a huge sinkhole, swallowing two narrowboats in Whitchurch. Onlookers described a scene reminiscent of the Titanic. Read the full story.
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Shropshire sinkhole swallows canal boats in major incident
Dramatic footage captured a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. A major incident was declared, with three boats lost and over 50 firefighters responding. No injuries reported.
Sinkhole destroys Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
Shropshire canal breach traps boats in sinkhole
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
Sinkhole sparks major incident at Whitchurch canal
A major incident has been declared in Whitchurch, Shropshire, after a sinkhole opened on a canal. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area.
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