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Closed 31/03/2024
The Birmingham Canal Navigations Society

Phoenix Appeal

The Society workboat is 25 yrs old but now needs urgent remedial work to ensure that she is fit for purpose. A marine survey have shown that work is required to the hull, engine, gearbox and stern gear to the tune of over £20,000.
£315
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Closed on 31/03/2024
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Story

After 25 years of sterling serviceour workboat Phoenix is in desperate need of attention. She has worked tirelessly and has had a hard life and now requires investment to make her safe and fit for purpose.

A recent marine survey has identified a range of faults that require remedial work. The largest of these is over plating the bottom as a result of a lot of corrosion and pitting to the steel. Other works include an engine overhaul, replacement stern gear, repairs to the fuel tanks and finally coating with two pack.

Your donation wil help get Phoenix back in the water and undertaking the jobs she was designed to do.

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About the charity

The BCN Society is a charity formed in 1968, with aims of conserving, improving and promoting the use of 100 miles of canal in Birmingham and Black Country. Specifically we are raising funds to repair our workboat Phoenix. She is essential in providing us with means to undertake our work.

Donation summary

Total raised
£315.00
Online donations
£315.00
Offline donations
£0.00
Direct donations
£315.00
Donations via fundraisers
£0.00

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