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Between Aqueduct 6 and Smethwick Station Bridge, Smethwick

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): New Mainline

From: 5 October 2026, 9:30am

To: 30 October 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: West Midlands

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayNew Mainline
Starts atSmethwick Station Bridge
Ends atAqueduct 6, Ryland Aqueduct

Description

Original 5 October 2026, 9:25am

Please be advised that third-party contractors will be working alongside the canal to replace Cathodic test posts. The work will involve some hand digging to remove posts and install replacements.

The towpath will remain open and pedestrians will be guided around the work area and the navigation will remain unaffected. Please observe all signs and any instructions from the contractor.

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