On 19th October, there is a Guided Walk for trust members along the newly restored section of towpath at Bonfire Hanger prior to the AGM.  the walk starts at 10.00 and will finish at 12.30 with an Opening Ceremony at 10.30.

Parking is in a field off Oakhurst Lane RH14 0QR  -  follow the signs.  Registration is essential via the link below.   

Work has been completed to line a section of canal at Long Meadow to address leaks between Drungewick Slipway and Drungewick Lock. 

This is the first phase of the work to restore navigation down to Drungewick Lock by next Spring and extend the Loxwood section for paddlers and boat trips.

Cream Tea trips have been arranged for Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October.  The trips leave the Canal Centre at 2pm each of those days.

Santa Cruises in December are now open for booking.

The rather wet month has benefitted the flora if not the members of the Working Parties.  Flail mowers were required to cope with the lush grass from Toat Bridge towards Pallingham.

Despite the rain, the new Stop Plank Shelter at Drungewick has been completed and looks very smart.

We featured a 'Drive a Digger' stand at the Surrey Hills Wood Fair where numerous youngsters tried their hand on mini excavators  -  potential new recruits?

Our MDV team was also in attendance and were able to answer many questions from attendees on the work we do and our plans to continue our restoration work.  Roger also secured several donations in return for a log delivery ! 

Dave Verrall took this photo of a magnificnt Magpie Moth near Lee Place Bridge.

What have you seen and photographed recently?  Send us a photo for next month's Newsletter.

Shop early for Christmas Cards which can now be ordered on the website via the link below.  They come in packs of six - either all the 2024 version or two each of 2024/2023/2022.

Christmas Raffle Tickets are now on sale via the website or this link.

The Trust statutory accounts along with those for our trading company have been finalised and reviewed by the external examiner.   Members who want to understand our accounts and balance sheet are encouraged to review and submit any questions ahead of the AGM.   The AGM will take place at 2:30pm on 19th October at Afold Village Hall. 

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Members receive our quarterly Wey South Magazine with more in depth stories and are able to attend special members events. .