Meet the Dedicated Team Behind The LCBA
Our team is passionate about supporting Lancaster Canal boaters by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and fostering a welcoming community for all who navigate these waters.
The Committee
The LCBA commitee is made up of 10 members who all have varying degrees of experience on the Lancaster Canal. Great care has been taken to ensure that we represent the following profiles:
Continous Cruisers and liveaboards required to move every 14 days.
Liveaboard boaters living on a permanent mooring.
New liveaboard boaters who have lived for less than 2 years, aboard.
Liveaboard boaters who have lived for more than 5 years, aboard.
Both Narrow boat and Cruiser owners.
Meet the Team at the LCBA
Founded in 2025. Meet some of the founding dedicated volunteers who support and enrich our boating community.
Helen Coates
Acting Chair
Continous cruiser and Liveaboard boater with 6 years on the canal. Read more about the role of Chair here.
Julie Lewis
Treasurer
Narrowboat owner and boater of 15 years with a background in accounting and BSS administration. Read more about the role of Treasurer here.
Julie Glaister
Safeguarding & Welfare Officer
Fibreglass Narrowboat owner and continuous cruiser of 19 years with a background in social care. Read more about the role of Safeguarding & Welfare Officer here.
Jackie Clarke
Committee Member
Continuous cruiser and ex fishing industry expert with a passion for spreading the word of the LCBA!
VACANT
Membership Secretary
This position is currently vacant. If you would like to apply complete the committee member application form. Read more about the role of Membership Secretary here.
Stephen Thomas
Secretary & Fundraising Officer
Boater with A home mooring and three years on the canal. Read more about the role of Secretary & Fundraising Officer here.
Ian Lewis
Boat Specialst
Local Boat Safety Examiner and liveaboard boater of 6 years with 15 years of boating experience. Read more about the role of Boat Specialist here.
PENDING
Head of Comunications & Liason
PENDING
VACANT
Events Manager
This position is currently vacant. If you would like to apply complete the committee member application form. Read more about the role of Events Manager here.
VACANT
Content Creator
This position is currently vacant. If you would like to apply complete the committee member application form. Read more about the role of Events Manager here.
Become a Member
Our committe is elected every 12 months and members can be chosen as part of the commitee. By becoming a committee member, not only can you supprt our fantastic association, but long term, you can ensure the LCBA develops and nurtures our beautiful canal.
Support and Guidance for Lancaster Canal Boaters
Hear from our dedicated and founding commitee members who all support the work of the LCBA
“The Lancaster Canal Boaters Association can provide invaluable advice that will make your canal life safer and more enjoyable.”
Ian Lewis
Boat specialist
“The LCBA helps to ensure that you are safe and secure on the water”
Julie G.
Safeguarding & Welfare Officer
“Community support and timely advice will help members navigate the challenges of canal boating effectively.”
Helen Coates
Acting Chair
“The resources and friendly help available here allows us to give back to our wonderful community.”
Jackie Clarke
Committe Member