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Aston Lock 26

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Trent & Mersey Canal

From: 25 June 2025, 3:30pm

To: 26 June 2025, 9am inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Low Water Levels

Subject to review on: 26 June 2025

Location

Closest waterwayTrent & Mersey Canal
Starts atLock 26, Aston Lock
Ends atLock 26, Aston Lock
Upstream winding holeWinding Hole, Stone
Downstream winding holeWinding Hole, Sandon

Description

Original 25 June 2025, 3:56pm

We are continuing to experience low water levels between Aston Lock and Star Lock. To support recovery efforts, we have made the decision to fully close Aston Lock until 9am on 26th June (Thursday). This will allow us to retain as much water as possible in the affected section and prevent further loss. We understand this may cause inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation while we work to restore safe navigation levels. Please avoid moving through this stretch as boat movement will hinder the recovery process.

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