Description
Original 27 January 2026, 3:08pm
Please be advised that the flood gate at Shipton has been closed due to high water and strong streams from the River Cherwell.
We'll update this notice with more information once the levels have reduced.
Shipton flood gate closure
Completed: Shipton Flood Gate is now open to navigation as the risk of flooding has receded.
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Oxford Canal
From: 27 January 2026, 3pm
To: 28 January 2026, 10:46am inclusive
Region: London and South East
Reason: High Water Levels
Subject to review on: 30 January 2026
Location
| Closest waterway | Oxford Canal |
| Starts at | Flood Gate |
| Ends at | Flood Gate |
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