Netherton Tunnel, Netherton Tunnel Branch (New ML)

Updates

24/09/2021 15:08

Please be advised that Netherton Tunnel will now be closed from 12.30pm until 3pm on Sunday 26th September. The tunnel will reopen after the event at around 3pm.

Description

Netherton Tunnel is closed between 12.30 and 1.30 pm on Sunday 26th September.

A canoe event, organised by the Royal Sutton Coldfield Canoe Club, will take place on the Dudley Canal and approx. 30 paddlers will travel through the Netherton tunnel. Volunteers will be on site at both ends of the tunnel to make sure boats do not go through the tunnel at the same time as the paddlers.

The tunnel will reopen to boating customers after the event at around 1.30pm.

For the latest information regarding Covid-19 and any restrictions or impact it may be having on our waterways please visit https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/enjoy-the-waterways/safety-on-our-waterways/coronavirus