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Aylesbury Arm low water levels

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Aylesbury Arm (Grand Union Canal)

From: 30 September 2026, 9:50am

To: On-going

Region: London and South East

Reason: Low Water Levels

Subject to review on: 17 November 2026

Location

Closest waterwayAylesbury Arm (Grand Union Canal)
Starts atLock 1
Ends atLock 16

Descriptions

Update 3 November 2026, 11:16am

Due to continuing low water issues the Aylesbury Arm remains closed.

This stoppage is being closely monitored and reviewed, and any updates added to this notice.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation which are very much appreciated.

Update 20 October 2026, 9:57am

Due to continuing low water issues the Aylesbury Arm remains closed.

This stoppage is being closely monitored and reviewed, and any updates added to this notice.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation which are very much appreciated.

Update 13 October 2026, 8:35am

Due to continuing low water issues the Arm remains closed. This stoppage will be reviewed weekly and any updates added to this notice. Thank you for your patience and cooperation which are very much appreciated.

Original 30 September 2026, 9:46am

Starting : Friday 02/10/2026 09:00 Due to low water resources we have had to make the difficult decision to close the arm from Friday 2nd October at 09:00. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates.

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