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Gloucester Lock 2.

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): River Severn Navigation, Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

From: 28 April 2026, 3:22pm

To: 30 April 2026, 1:49pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Subject to review on: 5 May 2026

Locations

Closest waterwayRiver Severn Navigation
Starts atLock 2 Gloucester Lock
Ends atLock 2 Gloucester Lock
Closest waterwayGloucester & Sharpness Canal
Starts atGloucester Docks 48 Hour - S1 Mooring
Ends atGloucester Docks 48 Hour - S1 Mooring

Description

Original 28 April 2026, 3:37pm

Please be advised that the downstream gates at Gloucester Lock are currently inoperable, and the lock is closed to navigation at this time.

Our maintenance team are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Further updates will be provided once progress is made.

Boating customers are advised not to travel south from Upper Lode Lock until the fault has been resolved and Gloucester Lock has reopened. . 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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