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Lock 7, Curdworth

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Birmingham & Fazeley Canal

From: 15 July 2026, 6am

To: 15 July 2026, 12:30pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Repair

Location

Closest waterwayBirmingham & Fazeley Canal
Starts atLock 7, Curdworth
Ends atLock 7, Curdworth
Upstream winding holeCurdworth Top Lock
Downstream winding holeCurdworth Bottom Lock

Description

Original 30 June 2026, 4:51pm

Navigation will be closed at Curdworth Lock 7 between 06:00 and 12:30 on Wednesday 15 July 2026 to allow for urgent repair works.

We have identified a fault with the towpath-side ground paddle at the top end of the lock. The issue has arisen due to the paddle becoming detached from the operating rod, and repairs are required to both the rod and paddle bracket.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience while these essential works are carried out.

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