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Weir 11, above Bridge 27, Wood Bridge, Nuneaton

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Coventry Canal

From: 16 November 2026, 8am

To: 11 December 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayCoventry Canal
Starts atWeir 11
Ends atWeir 11
Upstream winding holeWash Lane Bridge
Downstream winding holeSpring Wood

Description

Original 21 September 2026, 8:15am

An additional navigation closure is required to facilitate water leak prevention works.

The works involve the installation of a horseshoe dam, which will temporarily block the navigation and allow the affected section to be dewatered. This will enable approximately 10m² of damaged brickwork to be removed and replaced to seal a breach in the canal wall and prevent further water loss.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience while these essential repairs are completed.

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