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Between Sandon and Weston lock

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Trent & Mersey Canal

From: 15 August 2026, 11:10am

To: On-going

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Low Water Levels

Subject to review on: 17 August 2026

Location

Closest waterwayTrent & Mersey Canal
Starts atLock 26, Aston Lock
Ends atLock 25, Sandon Lock
Upstream winding holeWinding Hole, below Meaford Locks
Downstream winding holeTM-080-003 Sandon Winding Hole.

Description

Original 15 August 2026, 11:08am

Please be advised that due to low water levels, we have had to temporarily close the navigation, effective immediately. Navigating during these low-water conditions poses significant risks to boats grounding, propeller damage, and potential structural issues within the channels and locks. Our operations teams are working to manage water levels. We are unable to provide an exact reopening time, but our teams are evaluating the situation continuously. Further updates will be issued as soon as new information becomes available or as water conditions begin to improve. We apologize for any inconvenience, disruption, or delay this temporary closure may cause to your journey.

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