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Can you identify the initials on these bricks?
They were owned by the late John Baylis and ECPDA trustees would be interested to know anything about them. If you can provide any information please get in touch with Norman Cornwell, Chairman ECP&DA - chairman.ecpda@virginmedia.com
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Membership
We welcome new members from near and far. For more details have a look at our membership page.
It's that time of year again - your membership renewal forms are on the way. Don't forget to renew it
Volunteer
We hold regular work parties every Friday. For more information have a look at our volunteering page
History of the ECPDA
Get away from the crowds, bring your boat up the Erewash Canal and meet friendly people. Visit the local towns and stop and have a cup of tea and...
Visit the Erewash Canal
In 1968 the Erewash Canal Preservation & Development Association (ECP&DA) was formed in response to a threat by the British Waterways Board to close the canal...
Visit the Lock Cottages
Built in 1779, Sandiacre is the only surviving lock cottage and toll house on the Erewash Canal. Leased from BWB in 1969, and now owned by ECP&DA...
Volunteering on the canal
Volunteers are one of our most valuable resources. Our aim is to make the Erewash Canal a pleasant place to be for boaters and visitors alike...