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River Kennet between Woolhampton (Lock 94) and Frouds Bridge (Br 29)

Starts: 15 December 2020 09:30 am

Ends: 2 March 2021 09:00 am inclusive

Type: Navigation Closure

Reason: Water resources

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayKennet & Avon Canal
Starts atLock 94, Woolhampton Lock
Ends atBridge 29, Froud's Bridge

Updates

15/12/2020 09:43

Following the period of persistent rain, the River Kennet is currently 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 notice.

15/12/2020 09:42

Following the period of persistent rain, the River Kennet is currently 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 notice.

07/10/2020 13:48

Further to the information below, please be advised that river levels have fallen significantly to allow safe navigation from all river sections between Woolhampoton (Lock 94) and Frouds Bridge (Br 29).

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

In the case of an out of hours emergency please ring - Freephone Canals on 08004799947

Description

Following the period of persistent rain over the weekend, the River Kennet is currently 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 notice.

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