Cargoes Winter 2021

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35 We now need to raise this amount, so if you can help with a donation, however small, it would go towards a great cause!

A historic Pelapone engine

John Madden Chair Tooley’s Boatyard Trust

Wilts & Berks Canal Since the last issue, the flurry of activity on the M4 crossing by Swindon and the acquisition of a boat with dredging capability at Royal Wootton Bassett has led the Trust to make linking the two communities a top priority. Much behind the scenes work is needed – and under way. Also in the Swindon area, our Planning team is busy in numerous places including the New Eastern Villages, where a large development crosses the canal’s line for several Kilometres so many meetings and much negotiation are needed.


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