Claydon Locks 17 to 21

Recent rainfall has provided some relief to reservoirs feeding into the canal system. We are therefore able to end over-night locking up at Claydon Locks 17 to 21.

However, it must be noted that this summer's weather has been significantly drier than normal. Many of our reservoirs are well below normal for the time of year and will require all winter to refill, not just following a wet week’s weather.

Therefore, we will be monitoring the refill of our reservoirs very closely over the coming months. Boaters are encouraged to check the Trust’s Stoppage Notices for updates.  The Trust’s drought pages provide information on the current situation: canalrivertrust.org.uk/specialist-teams/managing-our-water/drought

After a relatively dry late spring into the summer, levels in reservoirs are lower than normal for the time of year.

In order to maximise the available water, the Trust is taking the sensible precaution of locking targeted locks up overnight. This measure is intended to reduce the potential for water losses overnight.

Claydon Locks 17 to 21 will be open to navigation from 9.30am to 4pm

Last entry into the flight 3pm to clear the flight by 4pm.

We will continue to monitor our reservoir storage and canal opening hours with a view to keeping disruption to a minimum whilst balancing a need to save water.

Boaters also have a really important role to play and we ask that they help us to save water by making sure that all gates and paddles are closed after use, sharing a lock if possible and waiting for oncoming boats where appropriate.  

For more water saving tips go to www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/enjoy-the-waterways/boating/a-guide-to-boating