Oldbury lock flight, Oldbury, Titford Canal
Detail
From Date: 19/05/2015 14:00
To Date: 03/07/2015 17:00 inclusive
Type: Navigation Closure
Reason: Structure failure
Is the towpath closed? No
Location
Closest waterway: Titford Canal
Starts at: Oldbury Lock No. 1, Top Lock
Ends at: Oldbury Lock No. 6, Bottom Lock
Updates
29/06/2015 15:07
Please be aware that whilst the flight remain opens and boats will be assisted through there may be delays of up to 2 hours.
18/06/2015 14:22
We are pleased to announce that the beams will be replaced during week commencing 29/06/15. The lock flight will remain open with boats being assisted through.
Description
The beams on the bottom gates of locks 3 and 5 have been badly damaged so we have taken the decision to close the flight for navigation. However, until repairs are carried out anyone wishing to travel can do so via prior arrangement and the Trusts staff will manage boats through between 08.00 and 16.00. Monday to Friday and 08.00 to 14.00 Saturday to Sunday. The flight will remain fully closed outside this period.
To arrange passage please contact our customer service team on: 0303 040 4040 Monday to Friday or 0800 47 999 47 for weekend calls.