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Between Stoke Lock and Torksey Lock

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): River Trent, Fossdyke Canal

From: 6 March 2026, 8am

To: 25 March 2026, 6pm inclusive

Region: East Midlands

Reason: Information

Locations

Closest waterwayRiver Trent
Starts atLock 10, Stoke Lock
Ends atRiver Trent - 080
Closest waterwayFossdyke Canal
Starts atLock 1, Torksey Lock
Ends atLock 1, Torksey Lock

Description

Original 5 March 2026, 3:30pm

Plough dredging will be taking place on the River Trent between Stoke Lock and Torksey Lock from Friday, 6th March 2026 and progress to other lock sites as per the schedule below, with completion on Wednesday, 25th March 2026:

Location Duration Dates
Stoke Lock 3 days 6th March - 10th March
Gunthorpe Lock 1 day 11th March
Hazleford Lock 2 days 12th March - 13th March
Newark Nether Lock 1 day 16th March
Cromwell Lock 4 days 17th March - 20th March
Torksey Lock 2 days 23rd March - 24th March

The navigation and towpath will remain open but there may be delays to move plant and equipment.

Please be aware of increased activity, proceed with care and follow any guidance from staff on site.

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