Basingstoke Canal News Issue No. 290
Read the latest news in the Autumn 2026 issue of the BCN.
Basingstoke Canal 60th Anniversary Video
To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Basingstoke Canal Society we have created a video to tell the story of a canal that was in ruin, but was saved by the hard work of thousands of volunteers.
Basingstoke Canal 60th Anniversary Booklet
We have produced a booklet to commemorate some of the key events during the 60 years history of Basingstoke Canal Society. Read the booklet.
Forthcoming Events
Chobham Talks
Wednesday 21 October 8pm
Location: Parish Pavilion on the A3046, Station Road, Chobham
Jo East, Operations Manager for the Basingstoke Canal Authority (BCA), will be talking about her role, her observations since Joining the BCA, and the plans for the coming years. She will also take questions from the audience.
Chobham Talks – The Yukon 1000
Wednesday 18 November 8pm
Location: Parish Pavilion on the A3046, Station Road, Chobham
Speakers: Chris Davidson and Nick Hobley, Basingstoke Canal Canoe Club
Paddling 1,000 miles down the Yukon River, the world’s longest
canoe race, following a route from the 19th century Klondike Gold Rush.
