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Visitor Mooring Suspension due to Dredging Works - Between Lock 61 Winkwell Bottom Lock to Lock 67 Apsley Bottom Lock, Grand Union Canal

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Grand Union Canal

From: 12 October 2026, 9am

To: 20 November 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: London and South East

Reason: Maintenance

Location

Closest waterwayGrand Union Canal
Starts atLock 61, Winkwell Locks
Ends atLock 67

Description

Original 7 October 2026, 3:46pm

Please be advised that essential dredging works will be taking place between Lock 61 Winkwell Bottom Lock and Lock 67 Apsley Bottom Lock along with Winkwell winding hole from Monday 12th October to Friday 20th November 2026.

The navigation is remaining open to all boats. Please be cautious when passing in this area which may result in delays of up to 30 minutes whilst these essential maintenance works are taking place.

Visitor moorings affected;

  • Apsley 24 hr Visitor Moorings
  • Visit Moorings between Lock 66 to Lock 67

We appreciate your patience and co-operation during these works.

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