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Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 3 February 2026, 8am

To: 6 March 2026, 6pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atBridge 59, American Tank
Ends atBridge 59, American Tank

Description

Original 28 January 2026, 5:50pm

Please be advised that contractor Volker Highways working on behalf of West Berkshire Council are working near the water's edge on the south bank of the canal to install new sheet piling with capping in front of the existing canal wall.

Please approach with caution particularly navigating close to the south bank and observe any signs and follow any instructions from the contractor.

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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