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Completed: The lock is now back open again.
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): South Stratford Canal
From: 21 May 2026, 1pm
To: 22 May 2026, 2:17pm inclusive
Region: West Midlands
Reason: Repair
Subject to review on: 22 May 2026
| Closest waterway | South Stratford Canal |
| Starts at | Lock 32 |
| Ends at | Lock 32 |
| Upstream winding hole | Lock 25 (Dicks Lane) |
| Downstream winding hole | below Lock 38 (Preston Baggot) |
Navigation is currently closed at Lowsonford Lock 32 on the South Stratford Canal due to a mechanical failure. A paddle frame has become detached, rendering the lock inoperable.
Our teams are currently assessing the issue and formulating a repair plan. A further update will be provided tomorrow. (22/05/26)
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience while we work to resolve this issue.
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