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Bridge 4, Priestley’s Bridge, Coventry

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Coventry Canal

From: 5 November 2026, 3:30pm

To: On-going

Region: West Midlands

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Subject to review on: 20 November 2026

Location

Closest waterwayCoventry Canal
Starts atBridge 4, Priestley's Bridge
Ends atBridge 4, Priestley's Bridge

Description

Original 5 November 2026, 3:27pm

We have received reports of cables hanging down from beneath Bridge 4, Priestley's Bridge.

The navigation remains open; however, boaters are advised to approach the bridge with caution and take particular care when passing underneath the hanging cables.

We are investigating the issue with the relevant third-party and will provide a further update when more information is available.

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