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Update 17 September 2026, 11:29am
Following recent rainfall and an improvement in water levels, we are pleased to advise that the closure between Camp Hill and Knowle will be lifted and navigation restored by 9:00am tomorrow (Friday 18 September)
We would like to thank customers for their patience and understanding during this period of closure.
Please note that drought-related restrictions remain in place on other parts of the network. Before travelling, we encourage all customers to check the latest notices on our website for up-to-date information on any restrictions or closures that may affect their journey. Notices and stoppages | Canal & River Trust
Original 14 July 2026, 4:03pm
The Grand Union Canal will be closed to navigation between Camp Hill Top Lock and Knowle Top Lock from Monday 3 August 2026 until further notice. This temporary closure will help conserve water and allow the affected section to recover, supporting the sustainability of navigation on both the Grand Union Canal south of Lapworth and the South Stratford Canal. An alternative route will remain available via the Worcester & Birmingham Canal. We appreciate that this closure may affect planned journeys and apologise for the inconvenience caused. Our teams will continue to monitor conditions closely and we will provide further updates as they become available. We would like to thank boaters and other waterway users for their patience, understanding and cooperation during this period.
