Oxford Canal, Vandalism at Aynho Weir Lock

Detail

From Date: 25/04/2019 00:00

To Date: 25/04/2019 00:00 inclusive

Type: Navigation Restriction

Reason: Vandalism

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterway: Oxford Canal

Starts at: Lock 33, Aynho Weir Lock

Ends at: Lock 33, Aynho Weir Lock

Updates

25/04/2019 15:48

The fabrication works to replace the vandalised lock paddle gear have now been completed, we have cleared the backlog of traffic and the Navigation is now open as normal.

We thank you for your patience and understanding whilst these emergency works were carried out.

Description

Due to Vandalism Aynho Weir Lock on the Oxford Canal is not possible to operate using a windlass.

Our staff are working on a solution to repair both paddles as soon as possible.