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Overwater Wheelyboat Project set to launch in Nantwich

Overwater Wheelyboat Project set to launch in Nantwich

A marina in Nantwich will soon be hosting free boat trips and water activities for disabled and mobility impaired residents.

The Overwater Wheelyboat Project aims to buy a specially-built boat with wheelchair, walking frame and walking stick access for people.

February 26, 2015
Overwater Marina, Nantwich, wins national TYHA title

Overwater Marina, Nantwich, wins national TYHA title

A marina near Nantwich has scooped a national title.

Overwater Marina, on the Shropshire Union Canal between Nantwich and Audlem, has been named Inland Marina of the Year 2015 by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA).

February 9, 2015
Canal volunteers adopt five-mile stretch for “Towpath Gardens” project

Canal volunteers adopt five-mile stretch for “Towpath Gardens” project

A team of volunteers have clubbed together to adopt a section of canal near Nantwich.

Members of Shropshire Union Middlewich Branch Adopters (SUMBA) have adopted a five and a half mile stretch of the canal from Barbridge in Nantwich to Church Minshull.

November 12, 2014
Revamped Venetian Marina near Nantwich plans Open Day

Revamped Venetian Marina near Nantwich plans Open Day

The Venetian Marina near Nantwich is to hold am open day for narrowboat novices and old hands alike! The event at the Cholmondeston venue will feature industry experts, value for money narrowboats, refreshments, trips up the Shropshire Union Canal and entertainment.

March 3, 2014
Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveils water vole info point on Nantwich canal

Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveils water vole info point on Nantwich canal

Cheshire Wildlife Trust has unveiled a new information point to celebrate one of Nantwich’s rarest wildlife residents. A specially-commissioned oak display gives visitors along the Shropshire Union Canal an insight into the life of the water vole.

February 3, 2014
Student’s film tracks life of rare water voles on Nantwich canal

Student’s film tracks life of rare water voles on Nantwich canal

A documentary by a young filmmaker has set the spotlight on one of Nantwich’s rarest creatures, the water vole. Simon Goodall approached Cheshire Wildlife Trust, who have been monitoring the rare mammals on the Shropshire Union Canal.

June 26, 2013
South Cheshire Ramblers enjoy Nantwich Riverside Loop

South Cheshire Ramblers enjoy Nantwich Riverside Loop

South Cheshire Ramblers enjoyed an evening walk around the Nantwich Riverside Loop. The walk around the three-mile ‘Loop’ was led by Paul Boniface, the group’s publicity officer.

June 13, 2013
Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich unveils plan for Family Fun Day

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich unveils plan for Family Fun Day

Church Minshull Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich will stage its fourth annual Family Fun Day on Sunday July 21. The day will follow the successful formula of last year’s event, showcasing boats, crafts and local companies.

June 13, 2013
Canal artist stops off in Nantwich during “Year of the Boat” journey

Canal artist stops off in Nantwich during “Year of the Boat” journey

An artist travelling the UK’s canals has been in Nantwich for the latest stage of his “Year of the Boat” project. Rob Pointon, 29, gave shoppers a glimpse of his work when he painted in the heart of Nantwich town centre.

June 14, 2012
Plan for 13 canalside homes in Nantwich to go before councillors

Plan for 13 canalside homes in Nantwich to go before councillors

Plans to build 13 homes on land next to a canal in Nantwich are to go before councillors next week. The proposals, put forward by Elan Real Estate Ltd and British Waterways, include retaining a children’s play area on land off Marsh Lane.

May 29, 2012
Nantwich families object to Marsh Lane housing plans

Nantwich families object to Marsh Lane housing plans

Residents in Nantwich have raised concerns over plans to build 13 new homes on land near  Shropshire Union Canal. Elan Homes and the British Waterways Board have put the plan together for a site off Marsh Lane, Nantwich.

February 24, 2012

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