A series of new signs could be installed at Hatton Locks to boost an awareness campaign for the canals.

The Canal and River Trust has applied for permission for a variety of signs which would form part of the 'Give' campaign.

The trust wants to boost fundraising and volunteer support and says the signs "would also support the presentation and interpretation of Hatton Locks, introducing fresh content and information to visitors".  

"This campaign is fundamental to helping us raise charitable awareness so that we can begin significantly increasing public and corporate donations and grow our teams of local volunteers," the application to Warwick District Council said. 

Proposed sliders and signs in the existing frame by lock 44 at Hatton (image via planning application)

"The project's focus has been identifying key locations on the network that attract very high footfall, have strong local/regional links and a visitor demographic with a higher capacity to be able to donate." 

Hatton Locks is one of 12 selected sites prioritised to update the existing signage - not adding new ones.

Plans state the designs would not add "visual clutter".

advertisement

See the application here.