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Friday 29th August 2008

Lock ransom weekend

19 July 2008 – 20 July 2008

Cosgrove Lock
Cosgrove
Buckinghamshire

Enjoy a Lock Ransom Weekend on the Grand Union Canal, organised by Buckingham Canal Society.

Visitors can expect a wide range of attractions and activities that are certain to keep all the family entertained, such as boats trips, face painting, bric-a-brac and cake stalls, prize quizzes, and guided walks. Boating enthusiasts will be able to see historic narrowboats, Raymond and Nutfield on display. Whilst those looking for relaxed entertainment can enjoy some live music and a drink at the bar. As if all that wasn’t enough, there will also be fender-making demos running throughout the weekend, a raffle and a BBQ on the Saturday night.

Doors open at 10am on both days and entry is free – although donations towards the restoration of The Old Stratford and Buckingham Arms will be gratefully received. For more information contact Peter Caswell on 01908 282589 or 07702 668924.