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Lock 93, Heales, Midgham

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 12 January 2026, 8am

To: 27 February 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atBridge 32, Woolhampton Lock Footbridge
Ends atLock 92, Midgham Lock
Upstream winding holeWinding Hole, Heales Lk 60ft
Downstream winding holeMidgham 72 Foot Winding Hole

Descriptions

Update 3 October 2025, 11:13am

Following a review of the planned works, we're pleased to confirm that they can be completed in a shorter timeframe than originally advertised. As a result, the stoppage will now run from 12 January 2026 to 27 February 2026.

Update 29 June 2025, 9:08pm

Please note the towpath will no longer be closed during these works.

Original 6 May 2025, 9:17am

A navigation and towpath closure are required for top and bottom lock gates replacement.

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