Please can you save your stamps for us? We sell them to raise valuable funds for our restoration projects. But … Stamp C is the only useful one; we need AT LEAST ¼ inch/6mm of envelope around the stamp, plus the new barcode. You can take them to the new cafe at Wappenshall.

Did you know that around 1.5 miles of canal in Newport is in water? It attracts many cyclists, walkers, swans, ducks & other wildlife. Working closely with the borough & town councils, is a dedicated group of SNCTvolunteers clearing undergrowth around the canal, locks & bridges

We are establishing a Community Garden at Wappenshall Wharf to provide an attractive space and help support the wildlife. We are now looking for volunteers to help establish and maintain the gardens. Please follow the Facebook Page. facebook.com/profile.php?id…

If you are a Co-op member, you can support Shrewsbury & Newport Canals Trust as your Community Fund Cause, wherever you are located, as long as it's a Co-op (blue logo) shop. Select us, or enter 99991. To become a Member, download the App or visit coop.co.uk/membership.

In 2024, Jo & Andi, big supporters of the Trust, won BBC Gardeners World Magazine “People’s Vote”. PLEASE VOTE FOR GROOMS COTTAGE in the 10th Anniversary celebration. CLICK THE LINK, scroll through to Grooms Cottage postly.app/4Pfk Images: BBC Gardeners World Magazine

TWINCL TWINCL be a Star…Telford and Wrekin Community Lottery (TWINCL) raises money for good causes including SNCT. To date, we've raised over £19,000 this way and one of our supporters recently won £1,000. Interested?–Don’t forget to choose SNCT! twincl.co.uk

Our Work Parties are ‘Green Gyms.’ You get fresh air, improved skills, confidence and stamina. We currently have Work Parties at Wappenshall, Shrewsbury, Rodington and Newport, some weekends, and some weekdays. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Introducing our amazing team at Norbury Wharf, fundraising for the restoration of our two historic 1936 narrowboats Bainton and Berkhampstead Canal. Alan Boney, Peter Rawlings & Head of Customer Engagement, Winter the Cat! Collectively known as 'The 3 Musketeers'.

We can now collect scrap metal to help fund the restoration of our ongoing projects, e.g. steel aluminium brass copper crushed aluminium cans dead vehicle batteries Contact Bernie or Phil to arrange collection [email protected] or [email protected]

LIFE IS BETTER BY WATER There are so many benefits to canal restoration! ❤️ Health & Recreation ❤️ Wildlife & Environment ❤️ Community Prosperity If you would like to support us in restoring your local canals, please become a member. sncanal.org.uk/connect-with-u…

Rodington lies on the route of the old canal, overgrown with self-set saplings & brambles, it was difficult to even see the towpath. Today, our magnificent volunteers are restoring the area. If you are interested in joining the work party or supporting our work get in touch.

We are establishing a Community Garden at Wappenshall Wharf to provide an attractive space and help support the wildlife. We are now looking for volunteers to help establish and maintain the gardens. Please follow the Facebook Page. facebook.com/profile.php?id…

Save the date! NORBURY CANAL FESTIVAL 2026 - 02/05/2026 to 04/05/2026 At Norbury Wharf Ltd on the Shropshire Union Canal at Norbury Junction. ST20 0PN. norburywharfltd.co.uk

NEWPORT WORK PARTY – UPDATE THREE Our volunteers help, where they can, with the existing sections of the canal, including installing decorative lock gates using 1¾ tonne redundant gates donated by the Canal & River Trust. towpathtalk.co.uk/lock-gates-ret…. Picture Credit: Tow Path Talk

We are looking to partner with any organisations that are updating their IT to help restore Wappenshall Wharf. Can you help? Please share this or bear us in mind for future upgrades! Thanks, Telford-Live, for the shout-out. postly.app/4Uhr

Over the past 4 years, a dedicated band of skilled SNCT volunteers has been working in all weathers to conserve these historically important boats. Much progress was made in 2025, but there is still quite a lot of work to be completed.

If you are a Co-op member, you can support Shrewsbury & Newport Canals Trust as your Community Fund Cause, wherever you are located, as long as it's a Co-op (blue logo) shop. Select us, or enter 99991. To become a Member, download the App or visit coop.co.uk/membership.

Available now on our website – Fleeces, Polo Shirts, T-shirts and Baseball caps. Amaze your friends with your stylish new attire and help raise some vital funds. Clothing can be collected or add £3 for post and packing. More information on sncanal.org.uk/sales/

If you are already a member, the latest issue of S&N News should have just arrived! Even if you follow us on social media there is sooooo much more in the magazines. Membership is key to our fundraising - so why not join us? Memberships start at £10. sncanal.org.uk/connect-with-u…

Did you know our volunteers collectively put in over 21,000 hours last year? Of course, not all volunteers need to get mucky - there is a role for everyone! Interested? Email us - [email protected]