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Lock 26, Aston Lock

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Trent & Mersey Canal

From: 14 January 2026, 8am

To: 28 January 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayTrent & Mersey Canal
Starts atLock 28, Yard Lock
Ends atLock 26, Aston Lock
Upstream winding holeAbove Yard Lock
Downstream winding holeMarina Entrance below Aston Lock

Description

Original 19 December 2025, 3:48pm

We are sorry to announce the addition of these works to our winter works programme, which will allow us to carry out essential repairs to the gates and lock chamber at Lock 26. We are undertaking this now because the condition of the gates has continued to deteriorate, and without intervention navigation through the lock is likely to become increasingly difficult. This stoppage will be in place from 14 January to 28 January. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

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