Creating a canalside community space in Stonehouse - image of open gate onto the site and volunteers
Creating a canalside community space in Stonehouse

Help us create your vision

Thank you to all our supporters who raised £2,805.41 to build phase 1 of our fully accessible Boardwalk. This was completed in Spring 2026. Our Boardwalk will eventually link up our two entrances and provide safe and level access for everyone.

To help us create Phase 2 of our Boardwalk we are already taking sponsorships. Please use one of the links below to either sponsor a plank or to contribute towards all our other projects.

Plank & Stamp

Sponsor a Plank on our Boardwalk

Includes optional engraved brass plaque with your own message.

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General Donation

Contribute towards all projects on site

This includes general running costs. We very much appreciate all donations.

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Volunteers needed!

Help us build the community space at The Ship Inn Community Space. Our shared space is getting a major upgrade, and we need your muscle to make it happen!

From November 2026 through April 2027, we are putting up new fencing and preparing the ground to get the space ready for spring and a summer of more amazing events. Whether you can spare one hour two, three or four every single hand helps. No construction experience needed—just a willingness to muck in, get some fresh air, and help build something great for our community.

Come and join us on-site from 10.00 AM to 2:00 PM on most Tuesdays throughout November to April.

Additionally we will have work parties on site from 10am to 2pm starting in 2027 on Saturday:

9th of January | 6th of February | 13th of March

What to bring: Sturdy footwear/boots and a pair of thick gloves.
What we provide: All tools, guidance, and plenty of hot tea, coffee, and biscuits to keep us warm!

Apply now using our online form to let us know when you are available to join the team!

A chance to achieve the best for our community.

We are creating a community hub on the former Ship Inn site in Stonehouse that will benefit the community economically through the creation of a viable community-owned business; socially by bringing the community together, improving well-being and reducing social isolation; and environmentally by enhancing the preservation and connection with local heritage and nurturing an appreciation of the importance of the wildlife and biodiversity of the canal corridor.

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