Culvert 16, between bridges 22 and 23, Strines

Please be advised that the towpath will be closed from 27th October to allow for the safe mobilisation of plant and equipment ahead of the planned stoppage works at Culvert 16 and Strines Aqueduct.  A clearly signposted diversion route will be in place for towpath users during this period.  Please note: Navigation will remain open until 3rd November, after which it will close until 19th December, in line with the advertised stoppage notice.

We're currently in the process of reviewing the publication dates for these works, as additional vital repairs have been identified. As a result, we're re-evaluating the time and resources required to complete everything to the highest standard. While we anticipate that the dates may change, we're committed to keeping you updated and will share any revisions as soon as they're confirmed.

Following a change to the scope of the works, we will now be renewing a 60m length of the canal bed. We will be re-lining the canal bed over Aqueduct 7 (Strines) & Culvert 16 with clay and doing repairs to the masonry wash walls as well as installing new access steps. The canal will need to be dewatered to enable the works, which are planned to control leakage from the canal.

A navigation and towpath closure are required for canal bed, culvert and wash walls re-lining and re-sealing works over the Aqueduct.