Burnley Canal Festival set to draw thousands of people when it cruises back into town next month
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The free family-friendly event returns to Finsley Gate Wharf and along the towpath from 11am to 5pm on Sunday, August 27th.
A raft of fun will be on offer, including arts and crafts workshops, a towpath quest, performances, a makers market, canoes, music, food, a bar, boat trips and more.
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Organisers are calling for donations to their crowd-funder to help them gain a grant from Lancashire County Council to keep this and next year’s event free. To make a donation, please visit https://www.spacehive.com/burnley-canal-festival?fbclid=IwAR2r23sjZKx_V3iHDCIDh_YBHX_FOwhT4vmpCunuLow76eJtNFMBUdvQrp8
They are also looking for volunteers to help them with the event. If you are interested in getting involved please contact [email protected]