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Lock 93, Heales, Midgham

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 19 January 2026, 8am

To: 6 March 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 9 January 2026, 1:26pm

Please be advised that, due to overrunning works at Ham LockĀ and the need to move equipment between sites, the start of works at Heales LockĀ has been delayed. This stoppage will now take place from 19 January to 6 March. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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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