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Purton upstream safety gates.

Type: Navigation Restriction

Waterway(s): Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

From: 2 July 2026, 8am

To: 2 July 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Location

Closest waterwayGloucester & Sharpness Canal
Starts atBridge 3, Purton Lower
Ends atWater Point, Bridge 3, Purton Lower
Upstream winding holeThe Laurels, Purton L2 Mooring
Downstream winding holeBridge 3, Purton Lower

Description

Original 26 June 2026, 2:18pm

Please be advised that we will be carrying out a dive survey of the Purton Upstream Safety Gates in preparation for their replacement next year.

To ensure the safety of the dive team, navigation will be restricted between 8:00am and 5:00pm. During this time, the canal will be temporarily closed for periods of up to two hours while diving operations are underway.

A 30-minute passage window will then be provided before the next closure period begins.

The planned passage windows are:

  • 10:00am to 10:30am
  • 12:30pm to 1:00pm
  • 3:00pm to 3:30pm

Following the final closure period, all navigation restrictions will be removed at 5:00pm.

Boating customers are requested to follow all instructions from on-site staff, allow extra time for their journey and be prepared for delays.

These navigation restrictions are essential to protect personnel carrying out underwater works.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience while we carry out these important works.

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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