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North side of Chirk Tunnel

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Llangollen Canal

From: 10 January 2026, 2:37pm

To: 13 January 2026, 12:45pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Vegetation

Subject to review on: 12 January 2026

Location

Closest waterwayLlangollen Canal
Starts atChirk Tunnel
Ends atChirk Tunnel
Upstream winding holeLA-061-009 Black Park Winding Hole
Downstream winding holeLA-057-007 Gledrid Winding Hole

Description

Original 10 January 2026, 2:50pm

A fallen tree from the offside is blocking the navigation on the North side of Chirk Tunnel.

Access along the towpath is unaffected.

Storm Goretti has impacted a number of our waterways, resulting in a high volume of incidents. Our teams are prioritising safety and are working to clear obstructions and reopen affected routes as quickly as possible.

We appreciate your patience while these matters are addressed and will provide updates as soon as they become available.

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