Countryside management team and MP join canal work party
GRANT HAM Canal Society recently welcomed Rushcliffe MP Ruth Edwards and Greenfields Countryside Limited to join volunteers working in the Cropwell Bishop area.
Due to the hard work of all involved, the dry section of canal at Bridge 23, Colston Road, was cleared of trees and brash. Greenfields Countryside Ltd generously donated time and expertise and took machinery, allowing chippings to be donated to Belvoir Vale Riding for the Disabled.
The work was completed as part of the society’s plans to clear, repair and rewater the canal. Ruth Edwards said: “It was fantastic to hear the Grantham Canal Society’s plans and to see how the reconnection of the waterway would be tied to sustainability and biodiversity of the area around the canal.”
Describing the experience as fulfilling, Caroline StevensTurlington from Green fields Countryside Ltd said: “It gave us the opportunity to meet new people, learn new things and contribute to the local community. We believe these experiences can inspire others to volunteer as well.”
Grantham Canal Society general manager Tony Osbond added that linking up with Greenfields Countryside had been a great opportunity to work with a like-minded business in the area in bringing back to life heritage projects that in time will see the Grantham Canal restored as a natural waterway.
Greenfields Countryside Ltd has launched a crowdfunding page at www.justgiving.com with a target of raising £1000 for the Grantham Canal Society’s restoration work through a marathon-length walk along the canal on Saturday, June 29.
If you are a business or individual looking to make a difference, please contact: volunteer@ granthamcanal.org