We are now an Accredited Training Centre. We can now train crew to nationally recognisable standards and give out certificates awarded by The National Community Boats Association. The final inspection on Saturday was kept top secret on a strictly “needs to know” basis. Even Kath, our treasurer, didn’t know, in
Continue readingWinsford Salt Fair
We will be having a stall here tomorrow and Sunday to advertise the Society and our boats. Come along and meet us and have a look at the rest of the fair while you are at it. http://www.winsford.gov.uk/events/winsford-salt-fair/
Continue readingHeritage Open Day
See the six rescued and restored heritage canal boats, all over 100 years old, were used commercially, now for community use. Talk to volunteers and step on-board ‘Hazel’ and ‘Forget-me-not’ Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8, 9 & 10th September 2017 from 11:00am to 3:00pm Portland Basin Wharf, Portland Place, Ashton
Continue readingFind some bargains in our shop
Sadler dressing table set for sale in WCBS shop. £60
Continue readingRespite trip on Hazel
Just a snap from last weeks trip with The Dream Centre Carers Support group, Droylsden. Lovely feedback received from them too. Caring can often be stressful, isolating and can feel like the most unappreciated job in the world. Meeting with other carers can help by offering mutual support, friendship and advice
Continue readingSUMMER NEWSLETTER
This should now be in your in-box, or snailing it’s way in the Royal Mail system if you requested a paper version. If you are expecting one and don’t receive it let me know at membership@wcbs.org.uk, but before that please check down the back of your sideboard for that application
Continue readingLocal Support for Hazel Well-being trips
Two of our Society, Phil Handscomb and Daniel Cocker, were recently invited to an evening with Tameside Rotary Club, where their president, Andy Williams, presented them with a £200 cheque. This generous donation will help fund a trip for those with poor mental health who will benefit from the well-being
Continue readingCommunity Focus Video About WCBS From 2009
Here’s a video from 2009 that hasn’t lost any of its relevance with time.
Continue readingThe relaxing properties of Hazel, with a bit of help from Adrian and his guitar
Filling some time while at the top of Marple locks…
Continue readingClothes sale in our shop
We’re having a clothes sale in our Charity Shop at 173 Stamford Street Central, Ashton-under-Lyne, so if you’re looking for some new clothes, come and have a look. Items for sale from £1: How can you refuse!
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