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Lock 9, Lincomb Lock to Lock 2, Gloucester Lock

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): River Severn Navigation

From: 14 March 2026, 9:11am

To: 16 March 2026, 11:06am inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: High Water Levels

Subject to review on: 17 March 2026

Location

Closest waterwayRiver Severn Navigation
Starts atLock 2 Gloucester Lock
Ends atLock 9 Lincomb Lock

Descriptions

Update 15 March 2026, 9:27am

Please be advised that due to continuing high water levels and fast flow, this notice is being updated to include all the River Severn Navigation. Between Lincomb 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.

Original 14 March 2026, 9:17am

Please be advised that due high water levels and fast flow, the section between Diglis 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.

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