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Lock 5, Camp Hill

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Grand Union Canal

From: 5 January 2026, 8am

To: 27 February 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayGrand Union Canal
Starts atLock 6, Camp Hill (Lock 57)
Ends atLock 1, Camp Hill Top Lock (Lock 52)
Upstream winding holeTop lock Camp Hill
Downstream winding holeWinding hole, Warwick Bar

Descriptions

Update 12 February 2026, 1:27pm

Due to additional work identified while on site, this stoppage will be extended and is now planned to complete on 27 February.

During the course of the project, our team identified further brickwork repairs that were not included in the original scope. In addition, we found that the paddle frames and posts require further maintenance to ensure they continue to operate safely and reliably.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete these essential works.

Original 7 May 2025, 2:49pm

A navigation and towpath closure are required for top and bottom lock gate replacements. We will also be doing repairs to the lock ladders, kickers and wing wall.

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