Boat and trade entries have been coming in thick and fast. Arrangements have now been finalised for a grand opening ceremony boat parade, which we are hoping will be led by Tipton icon 'Caggy' which once belonged to the legendary Alan Stevens, a familiar figure on the Tipton canal scene.
Caggy will be towing butty (unpowered narrow boat) LEO, originally built in 1935 for the Grand Union Canal Carrying Company. She will be carrying our VIP guests, including eminent Tiptonians and dignitaries with a bit of clout and access to funding so that this event can continue in future years.
A third boat, courtesy of the Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust, will accommodate a 20 piece Kingswinford Concert Band. Their music will herald the arrival of the flotilla at the festival site.
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