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Lock 65, Coombes Lock

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

From: 11 January 2027, 8am

To: 12 February 2027, 4pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayMonmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Starts atLock 65,Coombes Lock Aka Depot Lock
Ends atLock 65,Coombes Lock Aka Depot Lock
Upstream winding holeTalybont Wharf
Downstream winding holeWinding Hole, Lock 65

Description

Original 7 September 2026, 9:34am

A navigation closure is required to facilitate replacement of the bottom gate and refurbishment of the top gate at Lock 65. Please note that these works have been added to the winter programme following publication of the original programme, allowing these improvements to be delivered this winter. The works will help maintain the safe and reliable operation of the lock.

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