Water world of Slough fun
Calling all water lovers, Slough Borough Council’s Canal festival is returning to Bloom Park, Langley on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th September.
One of the highlights of the two day Slough event is going to be the display from the fantastic Eagle Claw martial arts group. Not to be outdone though, the lion race and dragon dance will also be performing on the main stage to fire up the imagination.
There are boat trips on both days and pony rides for younger children and everyone will be fascinated by the display of ferret and terrier racing.
People will also be able to try their hand at fishing, thanks to the Slough environment agency, while the more energetic can have a go on the trampoline and climbing wall. Children will have the chance to create their own special piece of canal art at a series of workshops on Saturday.
Entertainment will last all weekend long with a marquee packed full of arts and crafts stalls, along with a refreshment tent. There will be no excuses for not getting into the party rhythm with performances from samba and steel bands.
Susan Duncan, events manager for Slough Borough Council, said: “It’s a great weekend by the water with lots to see and do. We always have at least 30 boats there for people to see and they are always beautifully decorated.
“With boat trips as well, this event celebrates all that is great about being by the canal.”
Cllr Julia Long, commissioner for Slough leisure, cultural and community services, said: “People always have fun at this event and I am sure that this year’s festival will be no exception.
“I think it’s a fantastic weekend and a great chance for families to come together.”
The festival is sponsored by ICI and supported by Inland Waterways. Entrance to the festival is free and gates are open from 11am to 5pm on both days.
For more information contact Slough Borough Council’s events team on 01753 875571 or see the Canal Festival page.
The activities over the weekend include:
* Boat trips
* Pony rides
* Trampoline
* Racing terriers (Sunday)
* Kung Fu demonstration
* Lion dance (Saturday)
* Dragon dance (Sunday)
* Sambruka dance group (Saturday)
* Steel band (Sunday)
* Activity and canal painting workshops
* Bouncy castle
* Face painters
* Childrens fun rides
* Arts and craft stalls
* Balloon modelling
* Henna painting
* Face painters
* Childrens fun rides
* Arts and craft stalls
* Balloon modelling
* Henna painting
* Dulux dog appearance (Sunday)
* Steam engines
* Ferrets
* Climbing wall (Saturday)
* Trampoline (Saturday)
* Inland waterways
* Festival marquee
Slough Borough Council