The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal is a stunningly picturesque, historic, waterway, well used and loved by walkers, cyclists
and boaters. It is an important contributor to the local economy, and was restored by millions of pounds of public and private
investment, and thousands of hours of volunteer effort. Public investment and volunteer labour continue today to maintain this
vital public asset.
The canal was also the birthplace of Wilderness Boats some fifty years ago, and today these privately owned boats form one
the largest, single marque, groups on the canal.
Our club represents Wilderness boat owners, many of whom are based on the canal, or who tow their boats there to enjoy it.
We want to support CRT’s endeavours to solve the problems, brought about by recent changes to legislation, that threaten to
severely reduce Its water supply. This is expected to force the canal to be closed during the peak tourist months, with a conse-
quent impact on visitors and the local economy.
Please demonstrate your support by writing or emailing CRT, your MP, and Huw Irranca-Davies, Deputy First Minister, Cabinet
Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, highlighting the importance of the canal to you, as well as its wider benefits.
Please look at the Inland Waterways Association’s website, waterways.org.uk, and the Bridge 46 to Five Locks Canal Group
Facebook group as they spearhead the campaign.
And, if you can, please join in any events that show how many people care about the future of this iconic waterway.
