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Navigation Closure - River Stort, Lock 9 Latton , Harlow

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): River Stort

From: 30 March 2026, 8am

To: 31 March 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: London and South East

Reason: Repair

Location

Closest waterwayRiver Stort
Starts atLock 9, Latton Lock
Ends atLock 9, Latton Lock

Description

Original 20 March 2026, 12:36pm

The off side ground paddle has become disconnected, causing slow operation of the lock, A top stop plank installation and de-watered lock head is required to repair the failed paddle connections and bracket, we will also take the opportunity to inspect and repair as required, the tow path ground paddle connections.

The Towpath remains unrestricted.

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