Well known actor and waterways enthusiast Sir David Suchet CBE lends his support to the work of the Accessible Waterways Association.
We were honoured to get the opportunity to meet and talk with Sir David Suchet CBE at the 2025 Braunston Historic Boat Rally. Sir David, star of stage, TV and film, is also a well respected boater himself.
Perhaps best known for his role as Poirot, who he portrayed for 14 years. However, he has been heavily involved in the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Trust, been the chair of the River Thames Trust and Patron of the River Thames Boat Project. He is a regular attender of the Braunston Historic Boat Rally, performing the opening ceremony on many occasions, including 2025.
It gave us great pleasure to be able to talk with him about our work. He spent a good deal of time at our stand, and was extremely encouraging. Despite the fact that Sir David is now cutting back on his charitable work, he was very keen to offer us his support.