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Lock 12, Napton on the Hill

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Oxford Canal

From: 26 January 2026, 8am

To: 13 March 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayOxford Canal
Starts atLock 8, Napton Bottom Lock
Ends atLock 14, Adkins Lock
Upstream winding holeabove Lock 14 (Adkins Lock)
Downstream winding holenear Bridge 113, Folly Lane

Descriptions

Update 12 January 2026, 3:41pm

We'd like to clarify the winding hole locations for this stoppage. The upstream winding hole will be located above Lock 14 (Adkins Lock), and the downstream winding hole will be near Bridge 113, Folly Lane. Please note that mooring will not be permitted within the stoppage area between Locks 8 and 14 while works are in progress.

Update 9 January 2026, 1:50pm

Please be advised that, in addition to the advertised works at Lock 12, we will also be carrying out investigative works at Lock 10, which require the lock to be dewatered. The stoppage dates and closure location remain unchanged as originally communicated. Both teams have coordinated to ensure these works can proceed safely and efficiently. Measures will be in place to maintain water flow past the work sites and manage lock flight control effectively. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation while these important improvements are completed.

Original 8 May 2025, 11:10pm

A navigation and towpath closure are required to replace the bottom lock gates and rebuild the wingwall and quadrant.

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