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Bridge Road, Sharpness Docks.

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

From: 22 November 2025, 8am

To: 22 December 2025, 6pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayGloucester & Sharpness Canal
Starts atSharpness Tidal Basin
Ends atSharpness Tidal Basin

Description

Original 17 November 2025, 8:50am

Please be advised that Wales and West Utilities will be carrying out emergency gas repair works close to the Sharpness Tidal Basin near Bridge Road.

The works will be to replace old leaking cast iron gas mains, by live insertion techniques and open cut/ trenching.

Navigation through the basin will be maintained and the towpath will remain open but please approach with caution and follow any instructions from the contractor.

You are welcome to contact us at [email protected] or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.

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