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Caen Hill Flight

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 30 June 2026, 4:39pm

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Subject to review on: 1 July 2026

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 44, Sir Hugh Stockwell
Ends atLock 22, Lower Foxhangers Lock

Description

Original 30 June 2026, 4:36pm

We would like to sincerely apologise for the conflicting messages recently shared regarding the Caen Hill flight.

Following further engineering assessments, we regret to inform you that the flight must now be closed until further notice.

We understand this may be frustrating and appreciate your patience and understanding while essential works are carried out.

We will provide further updates as soon as more information becomes available.

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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