FREE boat trips, dry stone walling and mini-digger driving are some of the attractions on offer at an open weekend.

The events are being laid on tomorrow and Sunday at the British Waterways Red Bull office, Congleton Road South, Church Lawton.

Members of the public will be able to try their hand at craft activities from canalware painting to willow weaving and rope making.

Steam engines and a flotilla of heritage boats will be on view along the Trent and Mersey Canal, and nature enthusiasts will be able to join in pond dipping.