The section between Upper Lode Lock and Gloucester Lock 2.

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): River Severn Navigation

From: 5 March 2026, 3:32pm

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Subject to review on: 10 March 2026

Location

Closest waterway	River Severn Navigation
Starts at	Lock 2 Gloucester Lock
Ends at	Upper Lode Lock

Descriptions

Update 7 March 2026, 1:15pm

Please be advised that the section between Upper Lode Lock and Gloucester Lock 2 is designated:

AMBER - PROCEED WITH CAUTION

Original 5 March 2026, 3:35pm

Please be advised that due to a period of persistent rain, the section between Upper Lode Lock and Gloucester Lock 2 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.