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Bridge 19, Sheffield Swingbridge

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Kennet & Avon Canal

From: 22 October 2026, 9:20pm

To: On-going

Region: Wales and South West

Reason: Vehicle Incident

Subject to review on: 3 November 2026

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atBridge 19, Sheffield Swingbridge
Ends atBridge 19, Sheffield Swingbridge

Descriptions

Update 23 October 2026, 12:48pm

Further to the notice below, please be advised that the navigation at Bridge 19, Sheffield Swing Bridge remains closed following vehicle impact damage to the structure.

Since the initial closure, our engineers have continued to assess the extent of the damage and determine the repairs required. The bridge remains closed to navigation while these assessments are carried out.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your continued patience and cooperation.

Further updates will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.

Original 22 October 2026, 9:17pm

Please be advised that due to Vehicle impact damage, the navigation at Bridge 19, Sheffield swingbridge is currently closed. Our operations team are currently on site to make safe and our engineers will assess damage on Friday 23rd October.

Updates will follow.   In the meantime, we apologise for any inconvenience & invite customers to contact the Customer Service Team on 03030404040 or at [email protected] should there be any specific questions regarding this notice.

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