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Braunton Tunnel on the Grand Union Canal

Starts: 1 May 2025 07:00 am

Ends: 1 May 2025 08:30 am inclusive

Type: Advice

Reason: Information

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayGrand Union Canal
Starts atBraunston Tunnel
Ends atBraunston Tunnel

Description

Braunston tunnel will be closed to traffic from 07:00, possibly until 08:30 on Thursday 1st May for the passage of a widebeam boat travelling from Braunton to Welton. 

Boats may enter the tunnel if directed to do so by a Trust representative at the tunnel portal or after 08:30 if no representative is present. 

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