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Llanfoist Safety Gates (upstream and downstream), Embankment 8A, Llanfoist.

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

From: 3 November 2025, 8am

To: 19 December 2025, 4pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayMonmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Starts atTod's Bridge
Ends atBridge 96, Govilon Turn
Upstream winding hole Govilon Wharf, upstream of Bridge 97
Downstream winding holeDownstream of Bridge 93

Descriptions

Update 12 December 2025, 12:51pm

Due to additional work identified on site, the safety gate replacement will not be completed by the advertised stoppage end date of 19th December. During installation of the new gates, it was discovered that the quoins had shifted. Our team will carry out the necessary remedial work to ensure everything meets the required standards before completing the gate installation. This remedial work will be completed within the advertised stoppage period, and the navigation will reopen for the Christmas period until 5th January. From 5th January, a one-week restriction will be in place while the gates are fitted, running until 9th January. The navigation will remain open during this time, but boats may be asked to wait briefly while the site is made safe for passage. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Original 6 May 2025, 9:38am

A navigation and towpath closure are required for upstream and downstream safety gate replacement at Llanfoist Embankment.

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