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Water levels - River Avon between Hanham Lock (1) & Bath Bottom Lock (7)

Starts: 8 June 2021 02:30 pm

Ends: 6 September 2021 11:00 am inclusive

Type: Advice

Reason: Water resources

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 1, Hanham Lock
Ends atLock 7, Bath Bottom Lock

Updates

08/06/2021 14:59

Further to the notice below, please be advised that River levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 1, Hanham Lock to Lock 7, Bath Bottom Lock

Please take extra care when navigating the river and be aware of the possibility of floating debris.

For further information please contact us on enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk should there be any aspect you would like to discuss..

27/05/2021 10:45

Please be advised that after a period of heavy rain the levels on the River Avon have risen, making the river unsafe for navigation.

In the reach between Lock 10 - Wash House Lock and Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated :

RED - Danger - Do not navigate.

In the meantime, we apologise for any inconvenience and invite customers to contact the customer services team on 0303 040 4040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk, should there be any specific questions regarding this notice.

21/04/2021 09:10

Further to the notice below, please be advised that River levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 1, Hanham Lock to Lock 7, Bath Bottom Lock

Please take extra care when navigating the river and be aware of the possibility of floating debris.

For further information please contact us on enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk should there be any aspect you would like to discuss..

24/03/2021 16:41

Please be advised that river levels on the River Avon are currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

PROCEED WITH CAUTION

Please take extra care when navigating the river and be aware of the risk of floating debris.

You are welcome to contact us on enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.

24/03/2021 16:40

Please be advised that river levels on the River Avon are currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

PROCEED WITH CAUTION

Please take extra care when navigating the river and be aware of the risk of floating debris.

You are welcome to contact us on enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.

14/12/2020 08:59

Please be advised that as a result of persistent rain in recent days, the stream on the River Avon is in

Condition RED - Do not proceed

CAUTION STRONG STREAM

We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (Locks may be closed)

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team about this information.

09/12/2020 10:27

Please be advised that river levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 7- Bath Bottom Lock to Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

Proceed with caution.

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

07/12/2020 09:11

Please be advised that as a result of persistent rain in recent days, the stream on the River Avon is in

Condition RED - Do not proceed

CAUTION STRONG STREAM

We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (Locks may be closed)

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team about this information.

23/11/2020 09:47

Please be advised that river levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 7- Bath Bottom Lock to Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

Proceed with caution.

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

15/11/2020 09:44

Please be advised due to heavy rainfall overnight, the stream on the River Avon is in:

Condition RED - Do not proceed

CAUTION STRONG STREAM

We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (Wash House may be locked).

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

09/11/2020 12:04

Please be advised that river levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 7- Bath Bottom Lock to Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

Proceed with caution.

CAUTION STREAM DECREASING

We advise users of all unpowered boats not to navigate and users of powered boats to navigate with caution.

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

23/10/2020 11:38

Please be advised that as a result of persistent rain in recent days, the stream on the River Avon is in

Condition RED - Do not proceed

CAUTION STRONG STREAM

We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (Locks may be closed)

Please contact us on 03030404040 or atenquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

12/10/2020 15:24

Please be advised that river levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 7- Bath Bottom Lock to Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

Proceed with caution.

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

12/10/2020 15:23

Please be advised that river levels have fallen sufficiently to allow navigation from Lock 7- Bath Bottom Lock to Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

Proceed with caution.

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

12/10/2020 13:45

Please be advised that river levels have fallen sufficiently to allow safe navigation from Lock 7- Bath Bottom Lock to Lock 1 - Hanham Lock, this area is currently designated:

Yellow (falling)

Proceed with caution.

Please contact us on 03030404040 or at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

Description

Please be advised that as a result of persistent rain in recent days, the stream on the River Avon is in

Condition RED - Do not proceed

CAUTION STRONG STREAM

We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (Locks may be closed)

Please contact us on 03030404040 or atenquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk if you would like to speak with our Customer Support Team, about this information.

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