IWA Festival of Water to bring 100 boats to Burton upon Trent

you have the opportunity, I urge you to discover more of the fine hospitality and attractions in our borough. I look forward to seeing you on the waterways.”

Commenting on the event, Jane Elwell, IWA Events Committee chairman, said: “We are delighted to return to Burton upon Trent and the Trent & Mersey Canal, which played such an important role in the development of transport links in Staffordshire and Burton upon Trent in particular.”

Entry to the festival at Shobnall Fields (DE14 2BB) and car parking are both free. Book a mooring or campsite pitch from £40 for the whole weekend, including evening entertainment. More information, including how to book your mooring or pitch, is available online at waterways.org.uk/festivalofwater

If you have a specific question, or would like to volunteer to help over the weekend, please call 01635 414567 or email event.enquiries@waterways.org.uk