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Between Kilby Bridge 87 and Kilby Lock 30, Wigston

Type: Navigation Restriction

Waterway(s): Leicester Line (Grand Union Canal)

From: 31 July 2026, 8am

To: 31 July 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: East Midlands

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayLeicester Line (Grand Union Canal)
Starts atBridge 87 - Kilby Bridge
Ends atLock 30 - Kilby Lock

Description

Original 15 July 2026, 1:42pm

National Grid are replacing an overhead line pole on the offside bank and will need to support the overhead cables across the canal during the operation. The work will be undertaken on Friday 31st July between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

There may be short delays of up to 15 minutes to ensure safe passage. Please follow advice provided by the safety staff on site.

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