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Sharpness Bridge 1 (Low Bridge) and Bridge 2 (High Level Bridge).

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

From: 21 May 2026, 12:52pm

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Subject to review on: 30 September 2026

Location

Closest waterwayGloucester & Sharpness Canal
Starts atBridge 1 Low Level Bridge
Ends atBridge 2 High Level Bridge

Description

Original 21 May 2026, 12:55pm

Mariners are advised that due to the forthcoming forecast period of warm weather conditions it is anticipated that issues may be experienced with the operation of both Bridge 1 (Low Level Bridge) and Bridge 2 (High Level Bridge) at Sharpness Dock, meaning that they will be unable to open for craft transiting to/from the canal.   Whilst every effort will be made to attempt operation of the bridges when required, there may be a requirement to postpone passages through the bridges at short notice, though as much notice as possible will be given where issues are known in advance. 

Mariners should be prepared for potential delays and changes to schedule and should check planned transits with Sharpness Pierhead on 01453 511968.   A further update to this notice will be made once conditions change and/or planned bridge engineering works take place.

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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