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Bridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge to just past Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge

Type: Navigation Restriction

Waterway(s): Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

From: 28 August 2026, 10am

To: 30 August 2026, 6pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Event

Location

Closest waterwayGloucester & Sharpness Canal
Starts atBridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge
Ends atBridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge

Description

Original 7 August 2026, 4:10pm

A rowing event will be taking place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August 2026 on the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal. The event will be taking place from 8:00am until 6:00pm on both days.

This will take place between Bridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge to just past Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge.

The navigation will be open but subjected to restrictions whilst the events are happening. Please slow down and approach the area with caution and follow any instructions given by the event stewards and staff.

The visitor moorings between these bridges will be suspended from Friday 28th August 2026 until Sunday 30th August 2026.

This event is subject to water resources available closer the event date.

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