SOCIETY MAGAZINE ’58’
We have taken the decision to publish our latest editions of ’58’ online and via email to members. For members who do not have an Internet connection we will be...
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our Monthly meetings are normally held on the first Tuesday of the month, except July & August when we have our Summer Walks. Monthly in-person meetings are currently suspended and are being held online through ‘Zoom’.
JOIN US
Some benefits of membership:
Bi-monthly magazine ’58’.
Monthly talks (online) that are both entertaining and enlightening.
Summer walks.
Boat gatherings and social events (currently suspended).
Access to a comprehensive library of waterway related books.
ABOUT US
We were formed in 1969 to promote the restoration, conservation and improvement of the canal and adjacent waterways for the use and benefit of the public. In 2010, the society changed its name to the Worcester Birmingham & Droitwich Canals Society following the opening of the Droitwich Canals.
CECILIA
The Society owns a 70ft narrowboat ‘CECILIA’. This 8-berth boat is used to offer holidays to groups of people and other charities that would not normally have the opportunity of experiencing the inland waterways.
Meetings
Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month (currently online through 'Zoom'. Log-in from 7.30pm for a 7.45am start. In July and August we go on guided walks. Non-members are always very welcome.
MoreJoin Us
Benefits of membership include our bi-monthly magazine '58'. Monthly talks that are both entertaining and enlightening. Visits to other waterways, boat gatherings and social events. Access to a comprehensive library of waterway related books.
MoreAbout Us
Formed in 1969 to promote the restoration, conservation and improvement of the canal and adjacent waterways for the use and benefit of the public. In 2010 we changed our name to the Worcester-Birmingham and Droitwich Canals Society.
Cecilia
The Society owns 70ft. narrowboat 'Cecilia'. This day boat is used to offer outings and educational trips to groups of people and other charities that might not normally have the opportunity of experiencing the inland waterways.
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VOLUNTEER NEWS
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SOCIETY MEETINGS
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ST RICHARD’S CANAL FESTIVAL 2022
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BOAT FOR SALE
It’s the end of an era!! Gill and Dave Wheeler (WB&DCS Chair) are taking the heart-wrenching decision to part company with narrowboat ‘Mon Amour’. She is a 57′ steel boat...
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL REMINDER
Membership Secretary Joe Morley reports that subscription renewals are flowing in nicely up to renewal date (30th September) and we would like to thank all those who have renewed by...
HERITAGE OPEN WEEKEND: TARDEBIGGE
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QR CODE DONATIONS
You are now able to donate direct to our society by simply scanning the QR code on your smart phone or tablet. You can also visit https://bit.ly/3pcfp1C to make a...
CHANCE GLASSWORKS TRUST
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