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Tyle Mill Bridge and carpark.

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 5 October 2026, 7am

To: 12 October 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atBridge 23, Tyle Mill Swingbridge
Ends atBridge 23, Tyle Mill Swingbridge

Descriptions

Update 7 October 2026, 1:31pm

Please note the following updated arrangements:

  • The Swing Bridge will remain closed until 5:00pm on 9th October 2026.
  • Car park repair works will commence on Monday 12th October 2026 and are scheduled to be completed by 5:00pm on 14th October 2026.

There have been a number of changes to the scope and sequencing of the works as the project has progressed in order to align the project with the available budget.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience and understanding while these works are carried out.

Update 29 September 2026, 10:48am

Further to the notice below, please see updated opening information.

Please see opening times below:

  • 05/10/2026 to 07/10/2026 – Bridge Closed, Car Park Closed
  • 12/10/2026 to 16/10/2026 – Bridge Open, Car Park Closed

Original 29 September 2026, 8:53am

Please be advised that contractors will be completing necessary works to Tyle Mill Bridge and carpark. 

Please see opening times below:

  • 05/10/2026 to 07/10/2026 – Bridge Closed, Car Park Closed
  • 12/10/2026 to 16/10/2026 – Bridge Open, Car Park

    The contractor's working hours are typically 07:00 to 17:00. Pedestrian access to facilities will be available:

  • Before works commence each morning (approximately 07:15 to 07:45)
  • During the lunch (approximately 12:00 to 12:30)
  • Before the contractor leaves site each day (approximately 16:30 to 17:00)

  Navigation will remain open throughout the works. Access to water and bin facilities for boating customers will be maintained.

Carparking will be available on the south side of the navigation opposite the lock

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