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Bridge 219, Shipton Lift Bridge, Shipton-on-Cherwell

Starts: 18 September 2023 08:00 am

Ends: 29 September 2023 04:00 pm inclusive

Type: Navigation Restriction

Reason: Repair

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayOxford Canal
Starts atBridge 219, Shipton Lift Bridge
Ends atBridge 219, Shipton Lift Bridge
Upstream winding holeBetween Bridge 215 (Caravan Lift Bridge) and Bridge 215A (Railway)
Downstream winding holeBridge 221, Thrupp Wide

Description

A canal restriction is required for the Installation of hydraulics to allow the bridge to be raised & lowered via a windlass. Boaters may be asked to wait for up to 15 minutes before continuing on their journey.

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