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Between Catshill Junction and Rushall Lock 1

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Daw End Canal, Rushall Canal

From: 11 February 2026, 9am

To: 14 February 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Maintenance

Locations

Closest waterwayRushall Canal
Starts atLock 1, Top Lock Rushall
Ends atLock 1, Top Lock Rushall
Closest waterwayDaw End Canal
Starts atCatshill Junction Bridge
Ends atLongwood Bridge
Upstream winding holeCathills junction
Downstream winding hole

Description

Original 20 January 2026, 10:06am

Please be advised that navigation will be closed for four days from Wednesday 11 February between Catshill Junction and Rushall Lock 1. This stoppage is required to allow for the inspection of safety gates and the installation of a coffer dam.

Thank you for your patience while we carry out this essential maintenance. Should we be able to reopen the navigation earlier than planned, this notice will be updated accordingly.

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