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Lock 9 Lincomb Lock and Lock 2 Gloucester Lock.

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): River Severn Navigation

From: 22 January 2026, 9:38am

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: High Water Levels

Subject to review on: 27 January 2026

Location

Closest waterwayRiver Severn Navigation
Starts atLock 2 Gloucester Lock
Ends atLock 9 Lincomb Lock

Description

Original 22 January 2026, 9:41am

Please be advised that due to a period of persistent rain, the section between Lock 9 Lincomb Lock and Lock 2 Gloucester Lock is designated:

Red - Do not proceed.

CAUTION STRONG STREAM- we advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (locks may be closed)

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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