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9 March 2014
Warwick Canal Clean-up
9 March 2014Warwick Old Road, Leamington Spa, CV31 3NT
9 March 201412 March 2014
Work Party - River Gipping
12 March 2014Pipps Ford or Baylham Mill Lock - Needham Market (to be confirmed)
12 March 2014Who we are, what we campaign for
IWA does more for boaters than any other organisation.
IWA's vision is to see a widely-appreciated and well-maintained network of inland waterways available for the benefit of all. Take a look at our current campaigns.
Campaigning for the use, maintenance, and restoration of Britain's inland waterways
IWA campaigns for 100% of Britain's inland waterways and provides a strong voice for all waterway users.
The Inland Waterways Association (IWA) is a registered charity, founded in 1946, which advocates the conservation, use, maintenance, restoration and development of the inland waterways for public benefit.
IWA members’ interests include boating, towpath walking, industrial archaeology, nature conservation and many other activities associated with the inland waterways.
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Members benefit from exclusive discounts and special offers, IWA's Waterways Magazine, four times a year as well as regular information from your local IWA branch / region.
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Volunteer
Do you love the waterways and want to give something back? Volunteering with IWA is for you! Opportunities include practical, administrative and advisory roles.
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IWA Campaigns
IWA campaigns for 100% of Britain's inland waterways. IWA’s vision is to see a widely-appreciated and well-maintained network of inland waterways available for the benefit of all.
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IWA Local
IWA is organised through a network of 8 Regions and 33 local Branches. Branches hold events in their area, including work parties, fund-raising activities, walks and meetings.
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For Kids
WOW is IWA's programme of activities for children. Materials can be used wherever young people might like to learn more about our inland waterways and their history.
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Essex Waterways
IWA’s subsidiary company Essex Waterways Ltd. took over the management of the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation in 2005 in order to prevent its closure.
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WRG
IWA's Waterway Recovery Group volunteers have helped restore many derelict waterways in Britain through their week-long Canal Camp working holidays and weekend digs.
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IWA Shop
Buy books, maps, chandlery and gifts from our online shop view Christmas catalogue or visit our Amazon A-store. All proceeds support IWA Campaigns.
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