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London & South East Bulletin: January 2020

17 January 2020

Welcome to our first regional Bulletin of 2020. The weather may be fresh and the nights still closing in early, but there’s been lots going on over the winter and plenty to get involved in to shake off those Christmas calories.

Posted by: London & South East Regional Bulletin
Boaters' Update 17 Jan 2020

17 January 2020

This latest edition updates on our £43.6 million programme of winter works, how we're tackling canalside vegetation, boater representative elections and new ways for you to help us care for our wonderful waterways.

Posted by: The boaters' update
Disabled boaters' feedback

17 December 2019

We've held a number of meetings with boaters who have a physical or mental impairment to give them the opportunity to find out what we're doing to support disabled boaters.

Posted by: The boating team
Roy Jeffery - the first England junior team manager

16 December 2019

In this article, John Essex recalls the work and career of the first England junior team manager. Not many anglers will remember the name of Roy Jeffery but in my opinion, during his lifetime, he deserved to be on the Queens New Year's Honours list for his contribution to junior angling.

Posted by: Angling history
Boaters' Update 13 Dec 2019

13 December 2019

Welcome to the final edition of 2019. As has become tradition you'll find a message from chief exec Richard Parry, a review of the year's big stories along with details of how to get in touch over the Christmas period.

Posted by: The boaters' update
Boaters' Update 29 Nov 2019

29 November 2019

The latest edition gives you advice on how to prepare your boat for the winter ahead, tunnel and water safety and news of the 34 boaters who want to represent you on our Council. Of course, there's the regular roundup of other boating news, events and stoppages.

Posted by: The boaters' update
Boaters' Update 15 Nov 2019

15 November 2019

Welcome to the latest edition packed full of advice for boating through the winter. You can also find out about our Open Days and why you should consider a cruise on the Pocklington Canal. Of course, the regular news roundup, latest stoppages and events also feature.

Posted by: The boaters' update
Junior champion 2019: Ben Keeling

7 November 2019

This year’s Angling Direct Canal angling junior champion, Ben Keeling, enjoyed the experience so much he sent us this account of the most memorable day in his fishing career to date.

Posted by: The fisheries & angling team

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