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Between Bridge 13 and Hawkesbury Junction

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Coventry Canal

From: 27 August 2026, 11:45am

To: On-going

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Vegetation

Subject to review on: 4 September 2026

Location

Closest waterwayCoventry Canal
Starts atWinding Hole, Hawkesbury Junction
Ends atBridge 13, Bedworth Hill Bridge

Descriptions

Update 27 August 2026, 3:32pm

This willow tree is now touching the water and looks to be split. Boats cannot pass through without safety concerns.

Contractors have been requested and will be attending tomorrow to clear.

We appreciate your patience and understanding. Further updates will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.

Original 27 August 2026, 11:42am

Please be advised that large branches from two willow trees are hanging very low across the width of the canal between Bridge 13 and Hawkesbury Junction.

The branches have dropped significantly over the last few days and may come into contact with the roof of a boat. Boaters are advised to proceed with caution when navigating through this area.

Our Operations team and contractors will be attending the site at midday today to assess the situation and determine what works are required.

We apologise for any inconvenience and will provide a further update once the assessment has been completed.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

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