New towpath from Branston Water Park to Dove Aqueduct

THE towpath between Branston Water Park and Dove Aqueduct is to be resurfaced and widened.

This work on the Trent & Mersey Canal, Canal & River Trust relate, will create a puddle and traffic free route for walkers, boaters, and cyclists.

£2million

Part of the £2million project will be funded by the government’s Towns Fund, being delivered in partnership with East Staffordshire Borough Council.

James Dennison, Enterprise Manager for the trust, explained:

“Our canals were originally built to transport goods around the country but now they are a place for boaters, and the local people who live and work alongside them, to spend some time in nature and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of being by water."

Remain open

During the three phases of the works, the towpath and visitor boat moorings will remain open for as long as possible, the trust explained, with the project expected to be completed in spring or early summer 2024!