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Lock 67 , Little Bedwyn Lock and Lock 68 Oakhill Down Lock.

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 17 July 2026, 9:48am

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Information

Subject to review on: 21 July 2026

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 68, Oakhill Down Lock
Ends atLock 67, Little Bedwyn Lock

Description

Original 17 July 2026, 9:47am

  Please be advised that due to low water levels, the pound between lock 67 and 68 is closed to navigation to allow water levels to recover.

It has been identified that there has been deliberate misuse of the lock, which has contributed to the current situation and has necessitated the closure of the navigation.   Please ensure that all local instructions are followed and that all paddles are fully lowered and correctly seated after use.

Failure to do so may result in further closures being required.

We will provide an update as soon as more information becomes available.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

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