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High Orchard Bridge, St Annes Way, Gloucester

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

From: 18 January 2027, 8am

To: 5 February 2027, 4pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayGloucester & Sharpness Canal
Starts atMonk Meadow Oil Dock
Ends atBridge 24, Llanthony Lift Bridge

Description

Original 23 June 2026, 11am

A navigation and towpath closure are required to facilitate the removal of masts and cables on High Orchard Bridge. The bridge will remain in the closed position while the works are carried out; however, due to safety requirements, vessels of any size will be unable to pass beneath the bridge for the duration of the works.

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