Description
Original 29 January 2026, 9:21am
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: The Shipton flood gate is now open, due to reducing levels on the Cherwell.
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Oxford Canal
From: 29 January 2026, 9am
To: 31 January 2026, 4:15pm inclusive
Region: London and South East
Reason: High Water Levels
Subject to review on: 2 February 2026
Location
| Closest waterway | Oxford Canal |
| Starts at | Flood Gate |
| Ends at | Flood Gate |
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