A splash of paint and jangle of money for Uppermill Community Association
Autumn has arrived
UCAN had identified the painting of lock gates and moorings along the Uppermill stretch of canal as being a necessary task this year. Work commenced last month and the team are now well on the way to finishing the task by the end of autumn. Undeterred by heavy rain the group also tackled low overhanging trees, branches and overgrown shrubs to help to keep the towpath clear.
Saddleworth Hydro Grant
UCAN were extremely pleased to hear that they have been awarded a grant from Saddleworth Hydro for the development of the viaduct woodland. Thanks to this grant work will now be able to commence over the winter months and will run alongside our usual tasks.
For anyone interested in helping our next projects days are as follows:-
Oct – Saturday 13th
Oct -Thursday 25th
Nov – Saturday 3rd
Nov – Thursday 22nd
Getting involved in volunteering in the local environment is a great way of meeting other locals, enjoying some healthy exercise & fresh air, with a well earned hot drink and biscuit at the end!
All equipment is provided by CRT and you are recommended to wear stout footwear and suitable clothing for the weather conditions on the day. The usual meeting point is 10am at the canal bridge on Moorgate Street; please contact UCAN’s Group Leader Peter Killan on 01457 878361
Author: Jude Gidney - Editor
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