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Grand Union Canal - Lock 86 Widewater - Hand Rail Missing

Starts: 11 May 2023 11:30 am

Ends: 2 June 2023 12:00 am inclusive

Type: Advice

Reason: Repair

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayGrand Union Canal
Starts atLock 86, Widewater Lock
Ends atLock 86, Widewater Lock

Updates

12/05/2023 11:37

Rrepairs to the handrail will be taking place on Monday 15th May. Navigation may be held up for short periods of time whist our team carry out the repairs needed to the bottom gate are undertaken

Description

Please be advised that due to vandalism, the tow path hand rail is missing. Access across the the lock is restricted to top gates and adjacent road bridge only.

A repair to the gate handrail is now being planed.

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