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Unlike many canal societies, the Southampton Canal Society does not support a single waterway. There is no Southampton Canal, although in the past there were several navigable waterways in southern Hampshire (see Local Waterways). Instead our aims are to foster interest in canals and inland waterways, to assist in their preservation, restoration and development, and to give practical help on waterway projects.

Established in June 1967, the Society regularly holds meetings, usually on the first Thursday of each month (see Society Meetings). In over 40 years, only two monthly meetings have been missed, called off at the last minute as a result of very bad weather.

The Society, through its regular meetings of illustrated talks and canal outings, helps many waterways and associated organisations with donations and assistance with working parties. As an affiliated member of the Inland Waterways Association (a national body that campaigns for all waterways users), the Society supports the restoration of derelict waterways along with the preservation of our waterways heritage and transport system.

The Society produces a monthly A4 newsletter that is distributed at meetings and sent to members. It is also available on this website (see Newsletter).

Annual subscriptions to the Society are currently £15.00 for single membership and £25.00 for a family. However, before committing yourself, why not come to one of our meetings - non-members are welcome with no admission charges (except for special events).

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Send your comments to the Web Site manager (Peter Oates) © Southampton Canal Society 1999 - 2010. Except where otherwise indicated, information on these pages may be reproduced provided permission is obtained from the Web Site manager beforehand and due acknowledgement made to the Society. Page created 21 January 1999 - last updated 5 December 2010.

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