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The Wilts & Berks Canal Trust. Our mission is to restore a blue and green corridor of tow path, Canal and wildlife path for all the benefits for the community to enjoy, from Semington, Wiltshire to Abingdon in Oxfordshire. (Formerly Berkshire).

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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Boat 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
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Court Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
We 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/S739zYUUsAU
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This is What A Brand New Canal Looks Like
YouTube video by Court Above The Cut
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Book this weekend now !! :) Bookings also being taken for the following weekend. Do not miss out on Swindon's heritage walk.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
melkshamnews.com/trampolinist...
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Trampolinist, 92, and wildlife volunteer win BBC awards
A 92-year-old trampolinist and a wildlife volunteer from Melksham have been recognised for their community contributions at the BBC Radio
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Court Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Today 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/UOrd94FsWRk
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The Future of the Wilts & Berks Canal is at Risk
YouTube video by Court Above The Cut
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
NOW 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Our 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/
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Are 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
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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...
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2619376...
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Historic canal bridge restored by volunteers after three-year project
A newly rebuilt canal bridge is the latest milestone in a scheme to restore part of a historic waterway
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Take 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...
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A Brand New Canal Emerges
YouTube video by Court Above The Cut
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Evening 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...
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Last call!! Book now for a super fun evening. Fantastic buffet, fantastic quiz, fantastic fun! To book email: SwindonEvents@wbct.org.uk #SwindonEvents #swindon #swindonquiz
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
The 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
This 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
This 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2595183...
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Significant progress made in efforts to restore canal
Southby & Co Financial Planning sponsors a new landing stage on the Wilts & Berks Canal, supporting restoration efforts in Swindon and local…
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Support 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...
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Support Wilts & Berks Canal Trust - Swindon Branch on Swindon Community Lottery
Wilts & Berks Canal Trust - Swindon Branch is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
This 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
This 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
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Court Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
More 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
An amazing video has been released by our Ambassador 🏆 @courtabovethecut.bsky.social He really explains everything rather well. Enjoy 😊 youtu.be/CUNFTs84Hyw?...
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The UK's Next Big Waterway
YouTube video by Court Above The Cut
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Court Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Tonight 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_GC8R63KE
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Connecting A new Canal to a Town
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Swindon Advertiser article Update on new Swindon bridge near M4 as major project pushes on www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2583598...
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Update on new Swindon bridge near M4 as major project pushes on
Construction on a new bridge in Swindon is well underway, as an ambitious project to restore the canal pushes on.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
While 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
An absolutely brilliant video from @courtabovethecut.bsky.social Have a visual look at SESRO and our heritage. youtu.be/0ZrGqjHuSuA?...
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A Century of Decay - Abandoned Canal Locks
YouTube video by Court Above The Cut
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
URGENT: 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...
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
WE 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...
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Court Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Today 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-aEw
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A Journey into Decay - Abandoned Canal Locks
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Court Above The Cut @courtabovethecut.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Can 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...
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Wilts & Berks Canal Trust
Restoring 70 miles of Canal and towpath for the benefit of local communities, wildlife and leisure.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Our 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.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Wilts & 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 #tonydavy
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Wilts and Berks Tony Davey Awards
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2569077...
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Stretch of new canal in Swindon fills with water as project reaches milestone
A new stretch of canal in Swindon has been filled with water for the first time, as phase two of the project gets underway.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
It'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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Swindon 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.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Book now! Halloween special. Friday and Saturday. www.wbct.org.uk
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Our 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Get 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Are 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/
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
Thinking 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
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
This 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...
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
This week! Come and join us 😄✅👍 #swindon #swindonbingo #SwindonEvents
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Dragonfly 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/
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Welcome 😁 to become an affiliated member and pledge your support 👇 wbct.org.uk/join-page/
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Join the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust – A WATERWAY FOR GOOD
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
Boat 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/
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
The 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.
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WiltsBerks.bsky.social @wiltsberks.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Book your place now! A super evening, bar available and a tombola 😁 Email: Swindonevents@wbct.org.uk
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