WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Boat trips are back and the sun is shining! ☀️ BOOK ONLINE FOR THIS WEEKEND wbct.org.uk/boat-trips/ In Wichelstowe we have Dragonfly running from the Southby landing stage today and tomorrow. Or join our merry band of volunteers so that we can run more trips, please email info@wbct.org.uk 021
Reposted by WiltsBerks.bsky.socialCourt Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 30/08/2026We have even more new canal in this country! There's a development happening where The Council, The Developers & the @wiltsberks.bsky.social are all working together to build a new canal before the houses are built, what a project and what incredible progress! youtu.be/S739zYUUsAUyoutu.beThis is What A Brand New Canal Looks LikeYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 031
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Book this weekend now !! :) Bookings also being taken for the following weekend. Do not miss out on Swindon's heritage walk. 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026melkshamnews.com/trampolinist...melkshamnews.comTrampolinist, 92, and wildlife volunteer win BBC awardsA 92-year-old trampolinist and a wildlife volunteer from Melksham have been recognised for their community contributions at the BBC Radio 000
Reposted by WiltsBerks.bsky.socialCourt Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 15/08/2026Today we meet the @wiltsberks.bsky.social as they start a campaign to help save the canal. There’s a proposed reservoir, some of the most abandoned locks you’ll see & hopefully some hope that we can campaign for a change in the Thames Water stance on replacing the canal. youtu.be/UOrd94FsWRkyoutu.beThe Future of the Wilts & Berks Canal is at RiskYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 041
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 14/08/2026NOW OR NEVER FOR OUR CANAL 📢 Our Fighting Fund is LIVE White Horse Reservoir, if it goes ahead, a fully navigable replacement Wilts & Berks Canal, including its locks, MUST be built as part of the reservoir project, not left until later. 🔗 wbct.org.uk/white-horse-action/ #ProtectOurCanal #NowOrNever 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Our tow paths will have an eeerie feeling this evening 😉 Do something that brings light into our world and join as a member! Support the project from a magical towpath under an eclipse 😎 So don't get eclipsed to the action! Sign up today 😃 wbct.org.uk/membership/ 011
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/08/2026Are you passionate about people and looking to make a real difference? The Wilts & Berks Canal Trust is recruiting 3 volunteers to join our Recruitment Team! We're looking for people who are: 🧍♂️ People-focused 📋 Organised 💬 Great communicators 🤝 Collaborative team players www.wbct.org.uk 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 08/07/2026☀️ Pewsham Locks Open Day - Saturday 11th July ☀️ The Melksham, Calne and Chippenham (MCC) Branch will be holding their monthly Open Day at Pewsham Locks, Chippenham, this Saturday. + Take a boat trip along the canal More details of our work can be found at www.wbct.org.uk/our-enthusia... 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/06/2026www.facebook.com/share/1J7dMw...facebook.com 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2619376...swindonadvertiser.co.ukHistoric canal bridge restored by volunteers after three-year projectA newly rebuilt canal bridge is the latest milestone in a scheme to restore part of a historic waterway 030
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Take a look at this fascinating new video made by Stephen Court showing the progress being made on the newest stretch of the Wilts and Berks Canal at Wichelstowe in Swindon ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1xP...youtube.comA Brand New Canal EmergesYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Evening Talk - Brian Stovold on the Wilts and Berks Canal, Thurs 14th May at 7.30pm. This is both an in-person event held at Pendon Museum with limited spaces, and also streamed live on YouTube. The talk is free but you will need to reserve a seat via this link: pendon.tygit.com/shop/dates/p...pendon.tygit.comTyg TicketsPlease purchase your event tickets by selecting from the options below. 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/04/2026Last call!! Book now for a super fun evening. Fantastic buffet, fantastic quiz, fantastic fun! To book email: SwindonEvents@wbct.org.uk #SwindonEvents #swindon #swindonquiz 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 17/04/2026The Sack House, located just off Mill street Wantage opposite the old flour mill OX12 9GF will be open this Saturday 18th April between 10am and 2 pm. Entry is free For further info on the Sack House: www.wbct.org.uk/our-enthusiasts/east-vale 031
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 26/03/2026This Weekend!! Have a boat trip 😁 BOOK NOW 😄 Dragonfly boat trips - Wichelstowe, Swindon. Book now for a brilliant fun family treat! Trips last around 20 minutes. Call: 07401220076 to book 😄 Or online wbct.org.uk/dragonfly/ #swindon #canalrestoration #canalboat 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 20/03/2026This Weekend!! Have a boat trip 😁 BOOK NOW 😄 Dragonfly boat trips - Wichelstowe, Swindon. Book now for a brilliant fun family treat! Trips last around 20 minutes. Call: 07401220076 to book 😄 Or online wbct.org.uk/dragonfly/ #swindon #canalrestoration #canalboat 021
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 20/03/2026www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2595183...swindonadvertiser.co.ukSignificant progress made in efforts to restore canalSouthby & Co Financial Planning sponsors a new landing stage on the Wilts & Berks Canal, supporting restoration efforts in Swindon and local… 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/03/2026Support the Swindon lottery Swindon Community Lottery is an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for good causes in Swindon. All good causes supported by the lottery will benefit Swindon and its residents www.swindonlottery.co.uk/support/wilt...swindonlottery.co.ukSupport Wilts & Berks Canal Trust - Swindon Branch on Swindon Community LotteryWilts & Berks Canal Trust - Swindon Branch is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds. 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 13/03/2026This Weekend!! STILL SPACE AVAILABLE BOOK NOW 😄 Dragonfly boat trips start in Wichelstowe, Swindon. Book now for a brilliant fun family treat! Trips last around 20 minutes. Call: 07401220076 to book 😄 Or online wbct.org.uk/dragonfly/ #swindon #mothersdaygiftideas #mothersday 001
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 11/03/2026This Weekend!! Dragonfly boat trips start in Wichelstowe, Swindon. Book now for a brilliant fun family treat! Trips last around 20 minutes. Call: 07401220076 to book 😄 Or online wbct.org.uk/dragonfly/ #swindon #mothersdaygiftideas #mothersday 011
Reposted by WiltsBerks.bsky.socialCourt Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 23/02/2026More progress on Badgers Bridge on the @wiltsberks.bsky.social this is the second bridge being built at the moment and will take the new estate road over the canal at Wichelstowe. Being built by Fox for David Wilson and Barratt Homes 041
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 08/03/2026An amazing video has been released by our Ambassador 🏆 @courtabovethecut.bsky.social He really explains everything rather well. Enjoy 😊 youtu.be/CUNFTs84Hyw?...youtu.beThe UK's Next Big WaterwayYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 020
Reposted by WiltsBerks.bsky.socialCourt Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 14/02/2026Tonight is a quick video, we visit the new bridge being constructed for the the @wiltsberks.bsky.social on the Wichelstowe by Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes that’ll help extend the canal through to the new canal at east Wichel. Connecting A new Canal to a Town youtu.be/r1_GC8R63KEyoutu.beConnecting A new Canal to a TownYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 273
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Swindon Advertiser article Update on new Swindon bridge near M4 as major project pushes on www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2583598...swindonadvertiser.co.ukUpdate on new Swindon bridge near M4 as major project pushes onConstruction on a new bridge in Swindon is well underway, as an ambitious project to restore the canal pushes on. 120
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/01/2026While our resident herons hold the fishing rights, you can still support the work our volunteers do 👍✅🥳💎 Whether you wish to stay at home and support from the settee, or actively! Both types welcome 🤗 Join today wbct.org.uk/join-page/ #ukcanalrestoration #communitymatters #communitysupport 040
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 13/01/2026An absolutely brilliant video from @courtabovethecut.bsky.social Have a visual look at SESRO and our heritage. youtu.be/0ZrGqjHuSuA?...youtu.beA Century of Decay - Abandoned Canal LocksYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 120
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/01/2026URGENT: Our Canal Is Under Threat! A vital 3-mile stretch of our historic canal could be lost forever if the proposed reservoir project ignores restoration and fails to reconnect us to the Thames. We need YOUR voice, right now. wbct.org.uk/south-east-r... 021
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 03/01/2026WE NEED YOU TO ACT NOW! Support the Trust, have your say and have a voice. The full information can be seen in the link below 👇 Have a read and follow the link to support us. THANK YOU. wbct.org.uk/south-east-r... 021
Reposted by WiltsBerks.bsky.socialCourt Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 29/11/2025Today we get to see some really abandoned stuff, this is the start of a major restoration by the @wiltsberks.bsky.social with a huge IWA & WRG work camp. This is the start of something big! Let’s get boats back to Wantage! A Journey into Decay - Abandoned Canal Locks youtu.be/kO6sE2j-aEwyoutu.beA Journey into Decay - Abandoned Canal LocksYouTube video by Court Above The Cut 031
Reposted by WiltsBerks.bsky.socialCourt Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 09/12/2025Can we get the @wiltsberks.bsky.social YouTube channel to 1000 subs by Christmas? I reckon we can! Click the subscribe button here youtube.com/@wiltsberksc...youtube.comWilts & Berks Canal TrustRestoring 70 miles of Canal and towpath for the benefit of local communities, wildlife and leisure. 031
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 23/12/2025Our thoughts go out to those affected yesterday at a major breach at Whitchurch on the Llangollen Canal. We would like to assure the community that the Wilts & Berks is safe. In association with @swindoncouncil.bsky.social we have repaired our aqueduct at Rushey Platt and implemented bank repairs. 020
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 18/12/2025Wilts & Berks Canal Trust volunteers and branches win the Tony Davy awards at the AGM. See the video here 😁 youtu.be/x0FlPEoHeOI #wiltsandberks #ukcanals #volunteering #volunteersmakeadifference #tonydavyyoutu.beWilts and Berks Tony Davey AwardsYouTube video by Wilts & Berks Canal Trust 040
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 12/12/2025www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2569077...swindonadvertiser.co.ukStretch of new canal in Swindon fills with water as project reaches milestoneA new stretch of canal in Swindon has been filled with water for the first time, as phase two of the project gets underway. 140
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 01/12/2025It's December 🎉🎂✅ It's time to book for Christmas!! 🎅🤶🧑🎄☃️❄️⭐🦌🛷🕯️🔔🍪🍽️🎁🎄🍪🌲🌰🎄♥️✅ Book now: call 07401220076 (NO TEXT). OR email: 2Santa@wbct.org.uk #wbct #xmassanta #dragonflysantatrips #dragonflyboattrips #swindon #swindonsanta 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 18/11/2025Swindon Branch held their quarterly quiz night. Hosted at The Manor Pub A fun time was had by all and the half time buffet was fabulous. Our sincere thanks to those who attended We hope to host the next one in March. The evening after expenses raised a brilliant £214.54 for much needed branch funds. 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 17/11/2025It's time to book for Christmas!! 🎅🤶🧑🎄☃️❄️⭐🦌🛷🕯️🔔🍪🍽️🎁🎄🍪🌲🌰🎄♥️✅ Book now: call 07401220076 (NO TEXT). OR email: 2Santa@wbct.org.uk #wbct #xmassanta #dragonflysantatrips #dragonflyboattrips #swindon #swindonsanta 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 10/11/2025It's time to book for Christmas!! 🎅🤶🧑🎄☃️❄️⭐🦌🛷🕯️🔔🍪🍽️🎁🎄🍪🌲🌰🎄♥️✅ Book now: call 07401220076 (NO TEXT). OR email: 2Santa@wbct.org.uk #wbct #xmassanta #dragonflysantatrips #dragonflyboattrips #swindon #swindonsanta 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 28/10/2025Book now! Halloween special. Friday and Saturday. www.wbct.org.uk 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 17/10/2025Our Annual AGM, is taking place on Saturday. East Vale Branch is hosting this year’s AGM of the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust, at East Challow Village Hall For times & further information see our website wbct.org.uk/2025-agm/ Picture 🖼️:credit Robert Rose Artist 021
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 10/10/2025Get your tickets now 😀♥️👍✅ Booking is just £5 per person and is bookable via the Library. Pop in, email or phone Contact them via Wroughton Parish Council, Ellendune Community Centre, Barrett Way, Wroughton, SN4 9LW Email: clerk@wroughton.gov.uk Phone: 01793 814735 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/10/2025Are you reading this post? Do you think membership is just (two deer) 😉? 🤣 Well it is not..... Pledge your support today for just £1.50 a month! Become a member and support from the comfort of your home the work we do 🫵💪👍✅♥️🌅 wbct.org.uk/membership/ 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 04/10/2025Thinking of volunteering? The Dragonfly boat team are looking for extra crew and skippers and a Santa🎅😉 to join our fun and friendly team! The boat operates Sat/Sun April to October + xmas To join our happy crew and try a taster session and meet the team: email Dragonfly.Recruitment@WBCT.org.uk 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/09/2025This Saturday we have our guides walk from the pocket park, Sheppard Street underpass. Walking the canal route in town and out towards Wichelstowe. This guided walk gives lots of information and is fun and free to join. To book onto the guided walk www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-e... 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 16/09/2025This week! Come and join us 😄✅👍 #swindon #swindonbingo #SwindonEvents 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 11/09/2025Dragonfly our trip boat in Wichelstowe, Swindon has fresh new graphics. By our proud sponsor Richard James. We thank Richard James for their continued support, enabling us to be part of your community 🙏✅ If you would like to book a boat trip 👇 wbct.org.uk/dragonfly/ 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 07/09/2025Welcome 😁 to become an affiliated member and pledge your support 👇 wbct.org.uk/join-page/wbct.org.ukJoin the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust – A WATERWAY FOR GOOD 000
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 05/09/2025Boat trips this weekend! We have had rain ☔ so we have water ✅🎉 Royal Wootton Bassett is running the Mary Archard boat every hour from 10am (Saturday). Call to book. Dragonfly is running all weekend in Swindon. For further information to book see below 👇 wbct.org.uk/boat-trips/ 041
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 04/09/2025The Dry Dock west roof is almost covered in slates and sponsored slates can clearly be seen. ✅😄👍 so why not take this opportunity to sponsor. Simply scan the bar code and email Dave.Maloney@wbct.org.uk with the words you want on the slate. 010
WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 03/09/2025Book your place now! A super evening, bar available and a tombola 😁 Email: Swindonevents@wbct.org.uk 000