Between Bridge 87 and Bridge 88, between Streethay and Fradley, Coventry Canal

Unfortunately, the heavy rain we experienced at the end of last week and yesterday has caused a small delay in the programme, with navigation now not expected to open until Tuesday 29th November.

Please be assured we will push to open the canal earlier if possible.

We have had to extend the towpath closure until 16th December. The separate notice for that can be found here:

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/notices/23751-towpath-closure-between-bridge-87-and-bridge-88-streethay-and-fradley-coventry-canal

During the inspection of a newly found culvert between Bridges 87 and 88 on the Coventry Canal, we have found a partial collapse that will require extensive works to undertake a full and substantial repair.

The works will require a temporary closure of the navigation and towpath as the interim protection preventing excessive leaking and further deterioration of the culvert is only suitable in the short term.

We wanted to make sure boaters & towpath users have enough notice to make alternative plans, and so we are letting our customers know now as the work can only safely be delayed until the end of October. As a consequence, there will be a full closure of the canal & towpath from the 31st October.

It is anticipated that the canal will need to be closed for up to 4 weeks, but will be re-opened earlier if possible. This notice is intended to give warning of the closure to canal users in order to pass through the area prior to the start of works. 

We are sorry that this closure is required at this time, but it is essential for the ongoing safety of the canal. We hope that by starting after school half-term week, impact on our customers will be minimised.

Please feel free to contact us on 03030 404040 for any further enquiries.