Celebrate Banbury Canal Festival at Castle Quay with the launch of the latest edition of Banbury Canal Chronicles, our community-created book inspired by Banbury’s canal, Tooley’s Boatyard and the iconic Dancing Duck.
Join us on Saturday 3rd October for a FREE day of family activities in Banbury, with storytelling sessions from the new book, a special appearance from the Dancing Duck, boat-themed crafts and canal-inspired face painting.
What’s happening?
📖 Storytelling Sessions
Take a seat in our colourful storytelling area and listen to stories from Banbury Canal Chronicles, created with contributions from local children and schools.
🐥 Meet the Dancing Duck
The famous Dancing Duck will be making appearances throughout the day, with plenty of opportunities for children to say hello and take a photo.
🎨 Boat-Themed Crafts
Take some time out from the Canal Festival and get creative, making your own boat-themed craft to take home.
🖌️ FREE Face Painting
Choose from a selection of Canal Festival-inspired designs including ducks, pirates, boats and more.
Pick Up Your Copy
Copies of Banbury Canal Chronicles will be available for a suggested donation of £2.50, with proceeds supporting Tooley’s Boatyard and the work they do to preserve an important part of Banbury’s canal heritage.
Make Castle Quay part of your Banbury Canal Festival weekend and enjoy free family activities, storytelling, crafts and plenty of Dancing Duck fun.
Saturday 3rd October | 11am–3pm | Castle Quay