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Bradford on Avon Lock.

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 20 July 2026, 10:22am

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Low Water Levels

Subject to review on: 27 July 2026

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 15, Semington Lock
Ends atLock 14, Bradford On Avon Lock

Description

Original 20 July 2026, 10:21am

Please be advised that Lock 14 Bradford on Avon Lock is currently closed due to low water levels between Lock 14 and 15.

While water holdings across the canal network are higher than they were at this point last year, hot and dry weather can create extra challenges for boating and water supply.   To make the most of the water we have in the reservoirs, we're trying to tailor the feed very accurately to the demand so water doesn't go to waste. If the demand is greater than we predicted or paddles get left up, then we may need short breaks to rebalance the supply, sometimes at short notice. We apologise for the disruption and thank you for your patience during these periods.   If you see that water levels are looking unusually low, please let us know. Our teams actively manage water levels and can carefully refill low pounds, checking for problems and making sure moored boats on adjacent pounds stay safe.    

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