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Llanfoist Safety Gates (upstream and downstream), Embankment 8A, Llanfoist.

Type: Navigation Restriction and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

From: 5 January 2026, 8am

To: 9 January 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayMonmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Starts atTod's Bridge
Ends atBridge 96, Govilon Turn

Descriptions

Update 19 December 2025, 8:01am

The towpath will now be closed during this restriction. A clearly signposted diversion will be in place.

Original 12 December 2025, 12:55pm

A restriction is required to complete the installation of the safety gates at Llanfoist.  This work can be completed without dewatering the canal and so the navigation will remain open.  This restriction will be in place from 5th January to 9th January.

Please note, boats may be asked to wait while the site is made safe before passage.

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