Descriptions
Update 13 October 2025, 10:19am
Following some significant rainfall and the completion of works by our Direct Services team, the Pocklington Canal is now open.
Please note, however, bookings will be required for passage. Boaters must give at least 48 hours' notice by calling 03030 404040
Update 3 October 2025, 12:51pm
Despite recent rainfall, water levels on the Pocklington Canal remain very low. To safeguard wildlife and moored boats, the canal will remain closed until further notice. Water levels are being monitored daily, and an update will be issued on Friday, 10 October.
Update 12 August 2025, 10:15am
Despite some rainfall in the area, water levels on the Pocklington Canal continue to remain very low.
As water levels have not recovered adequately, the canal will remain closed to protect wildlife and moored craft.
We are monitoring water levels closely on a daily basis. This closure will remain in place until the end of September or until water levels recover.
Update 8 August 2025, 4:27pm
Despite some rainfall in the area, water levels on the Pocklington Canal continue to remain very low.
As water levels have not recovered adequately, the canal will remain closed to protect wildlife and moored craft.
We are monitoring water levels closely on a daily basis and will continue to do so over the next two weeks.
Update 8 July 2025, 10:42am
Despite some rainfall in the area, water levels on the Pocklington Canal continue to remain very low.
As water levels have not recovered adequately, the canal will remain closed to protect wildlife and moored craft.
We are monitoring water levels on a daily basis and will continue to do so over the next two weeks.
We will update this notice no later than 4pm on Friday, 18th July.
Original 27 June 2025, 12:27pm
Whilst we have experienced some rainfall, it has not made a significant impact on water levels on the Pocklington Canal. As water levels have not recovered adequately, this has lead to the closure of the canal to protect wildlife and moored craft.
To assist with water management of the canal, we are closing the Pocklington Canal to reduce water usage.
We are monitoring water levels on a daily basis and will continue to do so over the next week.
We will update this notice no later than 4pm on Friday, 4th July.
