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Dennis Seal@ 3:03pm 01-09-2010: Dear sir.
My son is in the Royal engineers, I was talking to him about the canal. I expect that you may have looked at the possability, but if not how about asking the Royal engineers for help through MACC (Militry aid for the civil comunity).
Regards Dennis. (about to become a member)

Sue@ 11:14am 12-21-2009: Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to all the volunteers, supporters and friends of this wonderful restoration project.

Ron@ 7:08pm 12-07-2009: Is there a planned completion date for finishing the work in Tamworth Road, so that the residents can look forward to a time when they are not overlooking a building site?

Patrick STOW@ 10:11pm 11-25-2009: How successful was the appeal for funds included in the Waterways World magazine? Keep up the good works. pjs18d078; Replied on: 11:17pm 11-25-2009
Dear Mr Stow, thank you for your interest. Our Finance Director is pleased to give you the following reply:
"Since July 2009, over £21,000 has been raised so far from some 200 contributors spread all over the country. Every day brings in more so we regard this as a very successful start which will be reported in the forthcoming magazines to encourage others to follow their lead."

bev layton@ 9:56pm 11-20-2009: hi, when are we going to see some pictures of the huddlesford gathering 2009?
thanks

Peter Roberts@ 2:51pm 11-20-2009: Hi,
I have just sent my payment to join the restoration group and look forward to building a relationship with my fellow restoration members and hope the future will be very worthwhile and a positive experience. I would like it be a hands on membership to improve the local environment for me and my families lives and put something back into the local area.
The website is very informative and works very well.; Replied on: 6:32pm 11-20-2009
Hi Peter and thanks for joining Lichfield & Hatherton.
We look forward to getting to know you better.

steve@ 9:53pm 11-16-2009: What a fantastic dream to reopen this canal, but it will never happen too many problems ,its dead just like the canals of shropshire, will we ever see the longdon aquaduct again in water NO why not focus your resources on re opening something more realistic. wyrley caal or the newport canal. Sorry this line is long gone

Chris H@ 4:10pm 10-13-2009: Hi.
It's great to see that these canals are being restored. Especially with the Hatherton canal as i used to play all around the fields and canal with my brother as a child.
Where will the meet be for this sunday? i would like to come down and lend a hand in helping out(work permitting).
Well done to all for what you have achieved so far and good luck for the future.; Replied on: 11:24am 11-16-2009
Hi Chris. Thank you for your message on our website Guestbook. Apologies for taking so long to get back to you. I don't know the precise details of work parties on the Hatherton Canal, but I have passed your message on and hopefully someone will contact you soon.

JOHN MCGEE@ 7:28pm 07-20-2009: I live in Walsall and have been following your progress for some time, I was originally a Steam loco fanatic but that changed after studying British Social Economic History, especially the Canal Mania era and the reading of 200 books or so. To restore the wonderful engineering feats, built with the most primitive tools, designed by geniuses of the day will be truly magnificent. I wished I was in a position to help financially, such a project deserves backing. Sadly my local council looks upon the canals in the same vein as the ignorant who abused them in the borough. Good luck in your ongoing objective.; Replied on: 7:59pm 07-20-2009
Hi John. Thanks for your message on our Guestbook and your good wishes. Take heart, Walsall Council does appreciate its canals and has been quite helpful to us in our restoration project. We always welcome new members if you should feel inclined to become one. Physical input is not a requirement, in fact most of our 1700+ members are armchair contributors and we are glad to have them all! Our quarterly members' magazine will keep you up to date with progress. Thanks again for your interest.

Roger Flay@ 9:49am 05-02-2009: I live in South Africa emigrating from the UK in1975 most of me spare time was spent on the Kennet and Avon Canal from Hungerford to Chippingham,one of my favourite spots in winter was Crofton close to the beam engine pumping station.I found your web site most interesting great photo's bringing back many memories

Rupert Richardson@ 1:56am 02-06-2009: Interesting to see where my Great Great Grandfather lived and owned the mill at Darnford. Sold and moved to Station Rd 1859 era. Next generation owned City Mills. Thence to the U.S. and Canada

George Sheard@ 7:39pm 02-05-2009: great photos and maps thanks to every one i wish my health would allow me to help.It would be nice to sail my boat along the L&H or part of it. thank to you all for your hard work
george a member of the Fradley junction Club

Pete Gilson@ 9:05pm 01-29-2009: Hi Sue, Bob 'n all.!
Had to move away (Lincs) but keeping an eye on your progress. Keep up the great work everyone, hope to 'chug' through one day in the not too distant future!!; Replied on: 11:41pm 01-29-2009
Hi Pete. Great to hear from you. Do let us know if you're in the area - maybe we can meet up. Sue

Cheryl Tocco@ 3:55am 01-02-2009: When I was a small child in 1951 - 1952, I lived for time at Muckley Corner with my Grandparents. We would often walk to the canal to see the beautiful swans and look for the small frogs along the bank. It was near to a bridge. Is this the same bridge in the photo which shows it has been filled in? Are you planning to reconstruct the canal in that location? My husband and I visited Lichfield, Muckley Corner and Wall this past spring. What a beautiful place! And the people were SO friendly! This is a wonderful site! Thank you for creating it. Cheryl Tocco, Washington State, USA; Replied on: 9:47am 09-03-2009
Hi again Cheryl
You left a message on our website guestbook earlier this year and I have had an enquiry from John Crowe who was also a small child living at Muckley Corner in 1951 (and still lives there). He was wondering whether he might have known you and your grandparents and asked me if I could find out their names and your maiden name. Would you be willing to let me know?

Dear Cheryl

Thank you for your message and your kind remarks, it's so nice to know that people across the Atlantic are interested in our project. To answer your question, the channel on either side of the bridge near Muckley Corner (Moat Bank Bridge) has been filled in but the bridge itself has not. We certainly hope to restore the canal in that area (eventually!)
I'm glad you enjoyed visiting Lichfield.

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