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A celebration of community, culture, and canals
Free
Entry!
It’s our 10th anniversary!
Saturday 10th
Sunday 11th
August 2024
Bentley Bridge
Wednesfield
WV11 1BP
What’s On?
About the Festival
Wednesfield Canal Festival is a collaboration between community group Hands On Wednesfield, local businesses, the City of Wolverhampton Council and the Canal and River Trust, aimed at creating a sense of togetherness and promoting the unique charm of Wednesfield’s canal.
You can look forward to a wide range of activities and attractions, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Free
Entry!
Floating Market
Explore a vibrant marketplace as boaters from across the region transform their boats into charming storefronts, offering a delightful array of food, arts, crafts, and handmade goods. It's a unique shopping experience not to be missed, so why not treat yourself?
Land Market
Discover a variety of local organisations promoting good causes, alongside traders selling an assortment of goods. From unique finds to community initiatives, there's something for everyone at the festival stalls.
Family Fun
Bring the whole family for a day of fun-filled activities! From the thrilling rides at the Harry Jones funfair to face painting and more, there's plenty to keep your young ones entertained while creating lasting memories for everyone.
Live Music
Get ready to groove to talented local artists and bands on the festival's music stage, curated by DJ Neil Jackson. With an eclectic mix of performers, the line-up promises to keep you entertained and dancing throughout the weekend.
Food & Drink
Indulge in delicious treats and refreshing drinks at The Nickelodeon pub, serving up a mouth-watering selection of food and beverages all weekend. And remember, it’s never too hot for a carvery!
Explore the Canal
The Wyrley & Essington Canal is recognised as a local nature reserve, teeming with biodiversity and natural beauty. Why not take a stroll along the canal during your festival visit? You might discover some unexpected sights along the way!
Floating Market
Bird Box & Jenny Wren
Fair Trade Clothing and Accessories.
Canal Art by Julie
Canal art painted ware.
Captain Cheddar & Ice Cream
Specialised cheese truckles and ice creams.
Crooked House Crafts
Handmade Air-dry clay models and sculptures. Houses Jewellery Figures.
Deck O’ Crafts
Handmade decoupage items and gifts .
Kay's Canal Crafty Arts
Hand-painted roses and castles canal art, new and upcycled items; wooden spoons, enamelware and garden items.
Atlas & Malus
BCN Society 1930s ex-carrying boats. Visit the boats and discover how the canals were originally used.
NB Wakamatandoto
Eco-friendly cleaning products.
Pottery by Sally V
Hand-built functional pottery plus windchimes and garden art, made onboard.
Senior Moment
Fudge boat selling a wide range of handmade fudge.
Star Crafts
Embroidery items, handmade crafts & gifts, huge retro pic ‘n’ mix sweets & treats.
Vintage & Modern
Vintage, antique & modern collectable items, including Canalware, Model collectors cars, Metalware, Ceramics, Glassware and Modern hand crafted items.
Wild Side Preserves
Hand-made preserves - jams, marmalades and chutneys.
Music Lineup
Saturday
12pm Harry Colley
1pm Lisa Morral
2pm Lucy Mae Dodd
3pm Sohan Kailey
4pm City Lightz
Sunday
12pm Linzi G Dance
1pm Bluebird Belles
2pm The Other Half
3pm DJ AH! SOUL
4pm Jack Cattell Band
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th
August 2024
11am - 5pm
See you there?
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