1980 – The Wilts & Berks Canal Campaign Comes Into View

Hear how, in 1980, local volunteers, supporters, and communities helped give fresh momentum to the Wilts & Berks Canal campaign, turning shared concern for local heritage into practical action. Through persistence, public backing, and a growing sense of common purpose, more people became part of the restoration story and helped move the vision of a revived canal closer to reality. This episode highlights the collective effort behind the canal’s revival, showing how small acts of commitment and community involvement helped build lasting momentum for restoration.⁠⁠Journals/ Magazines⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Illustrated History⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Wilts & Berks Canal Trust⁠⁠