Worcester-Birmingham & Droitwich Canals Society

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Promoting the upkeep of the canals to ensure that the heritage is looked after for all to enjoy. We go on walks in July & August.

Our meetings are usually held on the first Tuesday of the month. All meetings and walk information is published on our page, our website and our society magazine.

27/10/2026

Navigation closure at Droitwich has now been lifted.

DescriptionOriginal 23 October 2026, 9:09amDue to the canalization of the River Salwarpe between these two locks, we have temporarily closed them to ensure the safety of boaters during current flood conditions. We will keep monitoring the situation and will reopen the locks as soon as it is safe to....

23/10/2026

We can confirm that St. Richard's Canal Festival will be going ahead over the early May Day Bank Holiday 2027.
The planned dates are:
Opens 5pm Friday, 30th April
Closes 5pm Monday, 3rd May.
Application forms for traders and boaters will be available soon.

23/10/2026

Navigation closure.
https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/notices/01a167cd-0f4a-7aa6-a959-b18116476cad

18/10/2026

Today we hosted the Bournville Walking Club for a combined walking & riding trip.
After leaving Alvechurch, part of the group made their way on foot to meet up with the Cecilia passengers at The Hopwood House where they enjoyed lunch.
They then had a relaxed, very calming walk/ride return to Alvechurch.
Lovely feedback from the group including the following….
“Very grateful that the crew were willing to give up their Sunday to take out Bournville Walking Club”

12/10/2026

Yesterday, Cecilia hosted a number of members from the Redditch Ramblers group.

Their trip started at Alvechurch - where the group split in two - one half enjoying the ride to Kings Norton junction whilst the others walked the route.
They then swapped over for the return journey.

It was a lovely autumn day, although a bit chilly, but Cecilia’s new heating system was working very efficiently.

09/10/2026

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring our canals to life 🚤

If you're passionate about local heritage, enjoy meeting new people, and want to be part of something that genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
✨ Welcoming visitors with a smile
✨ Helping with boat handling and safety
✨ Supporting our events
✨ Keeping the towpath tidy and hazard-free
✨ Working alongside our skippers and boat crew

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
✨ Enthusiastic, reliable people
✨ Comfortable chatting with the public
✨ Keen interest in Black Country history
✨ Team players who love the outdoors

WHAT WE OFFER
✨ Full training on boat handling and safety
✨ A genuinely supportive team environment
✨ Great exercise in a beautiful outdoor setting

If this sounds like you, get in touch with Lesley Whiteman, our Volunteer Coordinator, at [email protected]

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30/09/2026

A lovely Relaxing day on board Cecilia was enjoyed by clients being supported by the Primtose Hospice.
There was lots of chatting and laughing going on all day and for some, it was noted that it was the highlight of the month.
The WB&DCS are pleased to be a Primrose Partner.

30/09/2026

Last week we welcomed back a group of clients who are supported by The Rehabilitation Partnership (Based in Alvechurch).
They all enjoyed a lovely relaxing trip, chatting whilst sitting at the front of the boat enjoying the sunshine and for some there was the excitement of going through the tunnels.
We’re please that you had such a lovely day and we look forward to welcoming you back again.

Address

Alvechurch
B487SQ

Website

http://www.wbdcs.org.uk/

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