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Aston Lock 26

Type: Navigation Restriction

Waterway(s): Trent & Mersey Canal

From: 27 June 2025 3:30 pm

To: 18 July 2025 9:00 am inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Low Water Levels

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 27 June 2025 11:27 am

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 daily between 3:30pm and 9:00am, starting 27th June up to 18th July. 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.

A repair is to be scheduled in, and a further notice will be posted once dates are confirmed.

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