I Dig Canals

[max's son]

“I Dig Canals” was a phrase used in the 1970s by canal supporters. The project is all about hearing and saving stories like these.

 

On Sunday at 6pm on Alarum Productions will premiere a short film and book about saving our canals on

[Chris Lowe]

I still have that badge on my hat.

[cheshire~rose]

Just a quick bump for this thread. 

 

This is at 6pm today so you have just under an hour to finish what you are doing, find yourself a comfy chair and ensure your glass is full 

[jake_crew]

Very much enjoyed.  Not sure how long it will stay on Youtube.

[cheshire~rose]

It was very good indeed. I think they plan to leave it on there so anyone who didn't tune in for the premier can still see it. 

 

Their podcasts are very good too 

[max's son]

Good to see these unsung women recorded, my mum was given all kinds of jobs to do

From looking after the boat even when stuck in a lock (Stourbridge 1961) or driving her minibus full of logs or old newspapers to

raise money for the Droitwich Canals

 

Looking at some of the pictures of canal digs I sure they are different today. spent many weekends in mud and even driving dump trucks at the age of 14

 

 

[jake_crew]

Rose - can you direct me to the podcasts please.

[max's son]

Podcasts are here  

 

 

[max's son]

the recording of last night can be found here