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Lock 14, Bradford on Avon to Meadows Bridge 173A

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 17 June 2026, 7:20pm

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Subject to review on: 26 August 2026

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 14, Bradford On Avon Lock
Ends atBridge 173A, Meadows Bridge

Descriptions

Update 19 June 2026, 7:58pm

Please be advised that investigations have continued and the leak appears to be linked with high water levels in the pound.

We have reduced the water level in the pound and amended the pumping protocol and the leak appears to have stopped. 

We will continue to monitor the position over the next couple of week and mobilise to undertake local clay repairs to suspected top level leakage pathways.

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 17 June 2026, 7:13pm

Please be advised that following reports of water leakage emanating from the Kennet & Avon Canal at Bradford on Avon, which had previously been identified in our inspection process, Canal & River Trust Operational Staff have attended the site today.

Further investigation is planned for tomorrow morning to understand the nature of the leak and any work which may be required.

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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