Next week, on Thursday, 16th February, the Somersetshire Coal Canal Society will be holding another meeting at Radstock Working Men’s Club, commencing at 7.30 p.m., when Patrick Moss will give an illustrated talk about the local Waterspace Study and the next step in the restoration of the Coal Canal.

Admission is free, but donations towards the hire of the room will be welcome. Details from Steve on: 01761 433418.

On Sunday, 19th February, there will be a conducted walk with the SCCS alongside the River Avon in Bath, led by Mike Chapman, to explore the riverside features from Cleveland Bridge to Grosvenor Bridge. Meet at 10 a.m. at Cleveland Bridge. For more details, phone Mike on: 01225 426948.

Further information about the SCCS can be found at: www.coalcanal.org