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Bridge 49, Grendon Bridge

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Coventry Canal

From: 6 October 2025, 11am

To: 7 October 2025, 4:42pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Vegetation

Location

Closest waterwayCoventry Canal
Starts atBridge 49, Grendon Bridge
Ends atBridge 49, Grendon Bridge
Upstream winding holeAlvecote
Downstream winding holeAtherstone Top Lock

Descriptions

Update 7 October 2025, 3:03pm

Contractors are currently on site and working to remove the fallen trees obstructing navigation at Grendon Bridge.

We are aiming to have the route cleared by the end of the day,

Original 6 October 2025, 11:15am

Please be advised that navigation is currently blocked at Bridge 49, Grendon Bridge on the Coventry Canal due to fallen trees from the offside bank.

We have contacted our contractors and are working closely with them to resolve the obstruction and restore navigation as quickly and safely as possible.

Storm Amy has caused significant disruption across the network, resulting in a high number of incidents involving fallen trees and vegetation. Our teams are prioritising safety and responding to issues as quickly as resources allow.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to reopen the affected route.

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