Richardson Brother Foundation Grant
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Dudley Canal & Caverns is excited to announce important grant funding from the Richardson Brothers Foundation. The grant, will enable the further development and support of two community engagement projects Tunnel Tots & Chit Chat.
Tunnel Tots aims to engage families and toddlers with Canals and conservation from an early age. Running every Wednesday, Toddlers and their adults take a short boat trip through the tunnels, hearing songs, reading stories and enjoying nursery rhymes. Chit Chat engages the local community in companionship, over hot drinks every Thursday up to 45 people enjoy the Trust’s Gongoozler cafe, catching up and enjoying local interest talks.
This exciting funding will allow Dudley Canal & Caverns to refresh resources and continue to largely subsidise both events.
Jan Jennings, on behalf of the Richardson Brothers Foundation, said “The Richardson Brothers Foundation is delighted to support the Dudley Canal & Caverns with their amazing work in the local community. Their vision to reach different groups through Chit Chat and Tunnel Tots will make such a positive impact to so many local people. We’re very pleased that our donation will help with these important projects.”
Paul Crofts, Chief Executive of Dudley Canal & Caverns said “We’re incredible grateful to the Richardson Brothers Foundation, this grant funding is an exciting opportunity for us to grow and support our engagement with the local community; Tunnel Tots and Chit Chat are popular weekly events, and we’re pleased that this generous grant will allow us to continue this work”.
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Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust is a unique heritage attraction located in the heart of the West Midlands. We offer visitors an unforgettable journey through a network of historic limestone tunnels and caverns, carved beneath the town of Dudley. Our guided boat trips provide a fascinating insight into the region’s industrial past, showcasing stunning underground scenery and historical features. As a charitable organisation, we are dedicated to preserving this important part of the UK’s industrial heritage and providing educational experiences for all ages. Our site includes a visitor center with interactive exhibits, a gift shop, and a café, ensuring a memorable day out for families, school groups, and history enthusiasts alike.
Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust is part of the Black Country Global Geopark, which celebrates the geological and cultural heritage of the region.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Paul Crofts
CEO
info@dctt.org.uk