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The project to restore Stourport-on-Severn’s Canal Basins to its former glory has reached the semi-finals of The National Lottery Awards. The £1.65 million restoration project is part of the heritage category competing against nine other semi-finalists for the title of 'Best Heritage Project'.
Stourport Basins
Now in their sixth year, The National Lottery Awards recognise the difference that lottery-funded projects, both big and small, make to local communities across the UK, and celebrates the achievements of the people behind them.
The project in Stourport, Worcestershire included:
• The restoration of 29 listed buildings and canal structures
• Landscaping around the canal basins providing green areas, public pathways, interpretation boards, public artworks, newly created open spaces for public events, such as markets and open-air theatre productions
• Improved access for people with disabilities.
• Archaeological digs, which exposed the foundations of an old tollhouse and discovered a long-hidden tunnel.
The three projects in each category with the most number of votes will go through to the finals of the awards and another round of public voting later in August.
Voting for the semi-finals started at 9am yesterday - Monday 22 June - and ends at midday on Friday 10 July.
To be in with a chance of winning, Stourport Basins need your vote! All you need to do is visit www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/awards and click on the 'Best Heritage Project' category and then cast your vote. Alternatively you can call 0844 686 3010.
Every vote counts!
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