Scottish Waterways Trust
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| Predecessor | The Waterways Trust |
|---|---|
| Formation |
2000 (as part of The Waterways Trust 2012 (as an independent charity) |
| Type | Charitable trust |
| Purpose | "By connecting people with the heritage, wildlife and green open spaces of Scotland's canals through innovative projects, SWT inspires people to get active, improve their health and mental well-being, employment prospects and community life."[1] |
| Headquarters | Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk |
Region served | Scotland |
Key people |
HRH The Prince of Wales (Chief Executive) |
Main organ | Board of Trustees |
| Website |
www |
The Scottish Waterways Trust is an independent registered charity, established as part of The Waterways Trust in 2000. In 2012 The Waterways Trust merged its operations in England and Wales with the Canal & River Trust, and the organisation in Scotland became an independent charity.
The trust works with partners to see the Scottish waterway network supported, valued and enjoyed by a wide audience. Its patron is HRH The Prince of Wales.
See also
References
- ↑ "New Chair and Trustees to steer Scottish Waterways Trust through Ambitious Growth". Scottish Waterways Trust. 2012. Retrieved 5 February 2014.
External links
- Official website
- Scottish Waterways Trust, Registered Charity no. SC043477 at the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator
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