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Unplanned closures of this kind: 28 in June to August 2026 against 17 a year earlier, within what chance produces. How this is tested.
- On record
- 101 closures since May 2025
In force today
5 closures of this kind are in force today, longest shut first. Filter the explorer to them.
| Canal | Where | Since | Days shut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Navigation | Lock 2, Ware Lock | 21 January 2026 | 248 |
| Caldon Canal | Froghall Basin Lock | 30 July 2026 | 58 |
| Macclesfield Canal | Bosley Lock 1 to Bosley Lock 12 | 11 August 2026 | 42 |
| Weaver Navigation | Marsh Lock | 16 July 2026 | 38 |
| River Soar | Lock 55 - Zouch Lock | 20 August 2026 | 37 |
By canal
39 canals have had a closure of this kind. A closure naming two canals counts on both.
| Canal | Closures |
|---|---|
| Grand Union Canal | 14 |
| Trent & Mersey Canal | 8 |
| Lee Navigation | 7 |
| Regent's Canal | 6 |
| Erewash Canal | 5 |
| Oxford Canal | 5 |
| Kennet & Avon Canal | 4 |
| Shropshire Union Canal | 4 |
| Calder & Hebble Navigation | 3 |
| Leeds & Liverpool Canal | 3 |
| Macclesfield Canal | 3 |
| Walsall Canal | 3 |
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Showing 101 closures involving a lock gate.
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19 closures are in neither group: 19 unplanned with no day in the cruising season since May 2025.
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Unplanned lock failures naming a part
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What these figures mean
- Population
- Which closures a figure counts. All closures is everything; Unplanned closure drops the works CRT flags as its winter programme and any day outside the cruising season (the Friday nearest 15 March to the Sunday before the first Monday in November). Scheduled work CRT does not flag as winter works still counts here. CRT Planned closure is the flagged winter programme alone.
- Defensible duration
- The days between a closure's start and its reopening date, counted only where the dates allow it. A cancelled notice, or one whose reopening precedes its start, has no defensible duration and is in no total.
- Closure-days
- One day on which one closure was in force. Two closures on the same day are two closure-days; where the question is how long a canal was actually disrupted, overlapping notices are unioned into single intervals. They are counted from 1 May 2025, when this archive begins: a closure that started earlier adds only its days since then, though its own row shows its whole length. Every figure and chart counts only the days inside the Period chosen above them.
- In force
- A closure is in a Period, and a day is one a closure affected, if it was in force at any time that day, including the morning it reopened. Closure-days measure how long, so they count whole days and not the reopening day: a closure can be in a Period and add no closure-day to it.
Closures in force each month
closures active during the monthCanals ranked by the season's closures
share of the period's cruising-season days up to today — a closure somewhere on a long canal is likelier, and does not mean the canal was impassableclosures in force on the period's cruising-season days — a longer canal has more to go wrong onWhere
closure-days by regionclosures by regionA region with more canal has more to go wrong on, so these totals partly measure its size. Regions compared by length of canal are on the Reliability page.
What causes them
closure-days by causeclosures by causeCRT's reason
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How long they last
closures by full length, including any days before May 2025 — the bands are not equal in widthClosures
Navigation Closure - Lee Navigation, Ware Lock
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
248 days
From 21 January 2026
No reopening date
Still shut
- Where
- Lock 2, Ware Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
The navigation closure remains in place and will continue until the EA replaces the gates. Further update will be provided as soon as additional information becomes available from the EA regarding the programme for works and any future navigation arrangements. If you would like…
Latest of 13 CRT updates, 8 September 2026. 18 days without another.
Lock 40, Wilmcote Top Lock
South Stratford CanalWest Midlands
147 days
From 24 January 2025
Reopened 20 June 2025
50 of them since this archive began on 1 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 40, Wilmcote Top Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
To clarify, there will be no restrictions once navigation opens. We expect navigation to be open by 5 PM today.
Latest of 7 CRT updates, 20 June 2025.
Lock 5, Kelston Lock
Kennet & Avon CanalWales and South West
132 days
Fully shut 132 of CRT's 182 days
From 10 September 2025
Reopened 11 March 2026
- Where
- Lock 5, Kelston Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Further to the notice below, please be advised that Kelston Lock (Lock 5) is now closed pending the replacement of the lock gates. Unfortunately, due to elevated water levels, it is not possible to undertake the necessary works during the winter period. For safety reasons, the…
Latest of 6 CRT updates, 10 November 2025.
Lock 103 Burghfield Lock
Kennet & Avon CanalWales and South West
109 days
From 17 January 2026
Reopened 6 May 2026
- Where
- Lock 103, Burghfield Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Further to the notice below, work is planned to start at Burghfield Lock on the 11th May and our contractors estimate that the repair will take 3 weeks. Thank you for your patience and understanding while these essential repairs are carried out. You are welcome to contact us at…
Latest of 7 CRT updates, 6 May 2026.
Walsall Lock Flight
Walsall CanalWest Midlands
105 days
From 27 May 2026
Reopened 9 September 2026
- Where
- Lock 8, Walsall Bottom Lock to Lock 1, Walsall Top Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
The repair works are now nearing completion, and we are pleased to advise that Walsall Lock Flight is expected to reopen to navigation on Wednesday 9 September. Before travelling, please check the latest navigation notices and stoppage information, as other restrictions may…
Latest of 6 CRT updates, 7 September 2026.
Froghall Basin Lock
Caldon CanalWest Midlands
58 days
From 30 July 2026
Due to reopen 23 October 2026
Still shut
- Where
- Froghall Basin Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs to Froghall Basin Lock have now been scheduled. Works are currently planned to commence during the week commencing 14 September 2026 and are expected to take approximately six weeks, with completion anticipated by 23 October 2026, subject to conditions on site. Please…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 18 August 2026. 39 days without another.
Newly Top Lock to Office Lock - Closed
Leeds & Liverpool CanalYorkshire and North East
56 days
From 23 June 2025
Reopened 18 August 2025
- Where
- Lock 13, Newlay Top Lock to Lock 2, Office Lock
- CRT reason
- Low Water Levels
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
We are pleased to let you know that repairs to Oddy lock have now been completed. Our team took advantage of the recent navigation closure to carry out this important work whilst the lock was out of use. Although the repair is now finished, navigation in this area remains closed…
Latest of 6 CRT updates, 18 August 2025.
Turnerwood Lock 37
Chesterfield CanalYorkshire and North East
49 days
From 1 September 2025
Reopened 20 October 2025
- Where
- Lock 37, Turnerwood Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
We will be carrying out essential works to replace the top and bottom lock gates at Turnerwood Lock 37 on the Chesterfield Canal. The gates have reached the end of their serviceable life, and replacement is necessary to ensure the continued safe and reliable operation of the…
CRT's only update, 1 August 2025.
Bosley Flight
Macclesfield CanalNorth West
42 days
Fully shut 42 of CRT's 46 days
From 11 August 2026
No reopening date
Still shut
- Where
- Bosley Lock 1 to Bosley Lock 12
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Due to a paddle failure at Lock 3 over the weekend, we are extending the reopening of the Bosley Lock Flight by an additional day to allow boats currently travelling through this section of the Macclesfield Canal to complete their journey. The Bosley Flight will now remain open…
Latest of 5 CRT updates, 14 September 2026. 12 days without another.
Marsh Lock
Weaver NavigationNorth West
38 days
Fully shut 38 of CRT's 72 days
From 16 July 2026
No reopening date
Still shut
- Where
- Marsh Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Since our last update, contractors have completed their inspections and mechanical parts have now been ordered; however, as these parts are being manufactured, delivery is expected to take up to five weeks. Unfortunately, due to a mechanical fault being found, we are currently…
Latest of 9 CRT updates, 18 September 2026. 8 days without another.
Zouch Lock 55
River SoarEast Midlands
37 days
From 20 August 2026
No reopening date
Still shut
- Where
- Lock 55 - Zouch Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
On Wednesday, our team identified issues with both the lock cill and the mitre. As the location of the lock makes these complex issues to fix, our team will be working with specialist contractors to carry out the necessary works in the shortest possible timeframe. Site set-up is…
Latest of 4 CRT updates, 18 September 2026. 8 days without another.
Lock 1 to Lock 12, Bosley, Maccelesfield Canal
Macclesfield CanalNorth West
30 days
Fully shut 30 of CRT's 31 days
From 16 May 2026
Reopened 16 June 2026
- Where
- Bosley Lock 1 to Bosley Services
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Our contractors are now in the final stages of completing the repairs at Lock 12, Bosley, on the Macclesfield Canal. The welding is expected to be completed on the balance beam by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, 16 June, after which we hope to reopen the lock. We apologise for the continued…
Latest of 9 CRT updates, 12 June 2026.
Lock 76 Rochdale Canal
Rochdale CanalNorth West
25 days
From 30 March 2026
Reopened 24 April 2026
- Where
- Lock 54 to Lock 81 Butler Street
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
Our team is now on site and has begun repairs to the lock gate at Lock 76. We expect the work to be completed by Friday, 24th April We will provide a further update on or before Friday, 24th April.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 20 April 2026.
Lock 1 to lock 18
Ashton CanalNorth West
25 days
From 2 August 2026
Reopened 27 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 18 to Lock 1
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Navigation remains closed between Lock 1 and Lock 18 on the Ashton Canal due to a head gate failure at Lock 18. Our team has now taken delivery of the brace for the head gate and has received the necessary permissions from the council. We anticipate that the team will be on site…
Latest of 5 CRT updates, 25 August 2026.
Lock 5, City Road Lock
Regent's CanalLondon and South East
23 days
From 3 November 2025
Reopened 26 November 2025
- Where
- Islington Tunnel to Lock 5, City Road Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
Unfortunately, this stoppage has been further delayed due to challenges encountered when fitting the balance beams and paddle gearing to the new gates. The stoppage will now finish at 4:00 pm on 26 November. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Latest of 5 CRT updates, 25 November 2025.
Old Ford Lock, Lock 8, Regents Canal, RE-012-003
Regent's CanalLondon and South East
20 days
From 20 September 2025
Reopened 10 October 2025
- Where
- Lock 8, Old Ford Lock
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Our team are still undertaking repairs. We will update as soon as possible.
Latest of 5 CRT updates, 10 October 2025.
Lock 13, Itchington Bottom Lock
Grand Union CanalWest Midlands
16 days
From 25 June 2025
Reopened 11 July 2025
- Where
- Lock 13, Itchington Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Further to our previous update, please be advised that our team will be commencing work on site tomorrow (Thursday 10th July). We are aiming to complete the necessary works and reopen navigation by Friday 11th July. We will provide a further update on Friday to confirm progress…
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 9 July 2025.
Lock 5 (Kelston Lock), Kennet and Avon canal
Kennet & Avon CanalWales and South West
16 days
Fully shut 16 of CRT's 16 days
From 25 August 2025
Reopened 10 September 2025
- Where
- Lock 5, Kelston Lock
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that further to the notice below, following our engineer's assessment, Lock 5 (Kelston lock) will remain closed for public use until further notice. We will however be operating an assisted passage to our customers over the coming weeks. Our operational staff…
Latest of 5 CRT updates, 8 September 2025.
Lock 19 Marsh Lock
Staffordshire & Worcestershire CnlWest Midlands
13 days
From 9 July 2026
Reopened 22 July 2026
- Where
- Lock 18 Swindon Lock to Lock 20 Botterham Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
A replacement brace is required and is currently being manufactured. Once available, our team will install the brace and complete the necessary repairs. We currently expect works to be completed and navigation to reopen by Thursday 23 July 2026. We apologise for the…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 13 July 2026.
RE-004-017 - Lock 1A, Hampstead Road Lock RE-004-021 - Lock 2, Hawley Lock RE-004-024 - Lock 3, Kentish Town Lock
Regent's CanalLondon and South East
8 days
Fully shut 8 of CRT's 9 days
From 13 May 2025
Reopened 22 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 1A, Hampstead Road Lock to Lock 3, Kentish Town Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We are delighted to report that the Camden locks are now open. The Hampstead Road lock currently available for operational use is Lock 1b.
Latest of 6 CRT updates, 22 May 2025.
Wolverhampton Lock Flight, Old Main Line
Old Main LineWest Midlands
8 days
From 5 June 2025
Reopened 13 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 21, Wolverhampton to Lock 1, Top Lock, Wolverhampton
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We've received an update from the team. A new gate is required to complete the necessary repairs. This gate will be ready for collection from our Bradley workshop on Tuesday. We plan to transport the gate using a tug and hopper, with installation scheduled for Wednesday…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 5 June 2025.
Upper Lode Lock.
River Severn NavigationWales and South West
8 days
From 13 August 2026
Reopened 21 August 2026
- Where
- Upper Lode Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Further to the notice below, we are pleased to advise that Upper Lode Lock has been repaired and is now fully operational. Thank you for your patience.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 21 August 2026.
Kibworth Top Lock 18 to Cranes Lock 22
Leicester Line (Grand Union Canal)East Midlands
7 days
From 22 May 2026
Reopened 29 May 2026
- Where
- Lock 18 - Kibworth Top Lock to Lock 22 - Cranes Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
The towpath side bottom gate at Kibworth Top Lock 18 has come away from the headpost causing the gate and beam to fail. This repair will need assessing by our Engineers and a repair is being planned for as soon as possible. We will update this notice with further information…
CRT's only update, 22 May 2026.
Tinsley No.3 Lock to Holmes Lock
Sheffield & Tinsley Canal, Sheffield & South Yorkshire NavYorkshire and North East
7 days
From 14 September 2026
Restriction from 21 September 2026
Now a restriction: boats can pass, with limits
- Where
- Tinsley No.3 Lock to Tinsley No.12 Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Passage through the Tinsley Flight on Thursday the 24th of September is now fully booked. We are now also offering passage on Monday the 28th of September and Thursday the 1st of October. Advanced booking is required for these days. Booking requests should be made through…
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 22 September 2026.
Between Greens Lock 68 and Trent Lock 60 - Erewash Canal
Erewash CanalEast Midlands
6 days
From 6 May 2025
Reopened 12 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 68 - Greens Lock to Lock 60 - Trent Lock
- CRT reason
- Low Water Levels
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Water levels downstream of the Erewash Canal along the Trent lock pound have not recovered and are at a lower level. The navigation closure is extended between Green Lock 68 and Trent Lock 60. We are working to restore waters as quickly as possible and will update this notice by…
Latest of 4 CRT updates, 11 May 2025.
City Road Lock closure
Regent's CanalLondon and South East
6 days
Fully shut 6 of CRT's 11 days
From 25 April 2025
Reopened 6 May 2025
none of them since this archive began on 1 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 5, City Road Lock
- CRT reason
- Suspected Vandalism
- Cause
- Cause not stated
- Asset
- Lock
We are pleased to announce that we have now got everything in place to be able to offer assisted passage through City Road Lock for single narrow craft only. The days/times are as follows: Thursday 1st May 2025 1030 1400 Friday 2nd May 2025 1030 1400 Saturday 3rd May 2025 1030…
CRT's only update, 6 May 2025.
Lock 5 of the Watford Flight - Leicester Line (Grand Union Canal)
Leicester Line (Grand Union Canal)East Midlands
6 days
From 5 June 2025
Reopened 11 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 5
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Multiple Teams from across the Trust have been on site this morning to assess and attempt to repair the damage. Unfortunately, their attempts have been unsuccessful and the Lock remains inoperable. Specialist equipment is required to lift the gate so that some further work can…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 6 June 2025.
Walsall Lock Flight
Walsall CanalWest Midlands
6 days
From 20 February 2026
Reopened 26 February 2026
- Where
- Lock 1, Walsall Top Lock to Lock 3, Walsall
- CRT reason
- Suspected Vandalism
- Cause
- Vandalism
- Asset
- Lock
The lock flight will remain closed until the team have dewatered it and removed the rubble. We will provide a further update on Thursday.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 24 February 2026.
Navigation Closure - Regent's Canal, Lock 8 Old Ford, Bow
Regent's CanalLondon and South East
6 days
From 12 May 2026
Reopened 18 May 2026
- Where
- Lock 8, Old Ford Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
A stoppage is required to replace the top gates and balance beams at LK 8 Old Ford, the existing gates had emergency holding repairs made in November 2025, after being severely damaged due to boat strike. Top stop plank installation is required to carry out the gate replacement…
CRT's only update, 13 March 2026.
Lock 6 - Lock gates are being ashed to help water levels recover. - Reopened
Rochdale CanalYorkshire and North East
6 days
From 23 June 2026
Reopened 29 June 2026
CRT's title says reopened
- Where
- Lock 6, Brearley
- CRT reason
- Low Water Levels
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Lock 6 is now open as the water levels have recovered over the weekend.
Latest of 4 CRT updates, 29 June 2026.
Navigation Closure - Lee Navigation, Parndon Mill Lock, Parndon
River StortLondon and South East
5 days
From 16 July 2025
Reopened 21 July 2025
- Where
- Lock 11, Parndon Mill Lock to Lock 10, Burnt Mill Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
After a successful repair we are delighted to reopen Parndon Mill Lock for navigation.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 21 July 2025.
Lock 12 – Pulteney Gardens Lock.
Kennet & Avon CanalWales and South West
5 days
From 12 March 2026
Reopened 17 March 2026
- Where
- Lock 12, Pulteney Gardens Lock
- CRT reason
- Information
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that Lock 12, Pulteney Gardens Lock is currently closed due to an issue with the gate. Our colleagues are scheduled to attend site tomorrow to undertake further investigation. This notice will be updated with additional information as soon as it becomes…
CRT's only update, 12 March 2026.
Wolverhampton Lock Flight
Old Main LineWest Midlands
5 days
From 18 June 2026
Reopened 23 June 2026
- Where
- Lock 21, Wolverhampton to Lock 1, Top Lock, Wolverhampton
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We're pleased to advise that the repair will be completed by 12noon today (Tuesday 23 June) The lock flight will reopen with no restrictions.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 23 June 2026.
Bridgwater & Taunton Canal
Bridgwater & Taunton CanalWales and South West
4 days
From 7 July 2025
Reopened 11 July 2025
- Where
- Lock 6 Higher Lock to Lock 7 Firepool
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that due to a damaged Heel post, Lock 6 (Higher Maunsel lock) will be closed until Friday 11th July. To facilitate this repair, the water level between Lock 6 (Higher Maunsel) and Lock 7 (Firepool lock) will dropped by approximately 12 inches. In the meantime…
CRT's only update, 7 July 2025.
Swarkestone Lock 5
Trent & Mersey CanalEast Midlands
4 days
From 16 October 2025
Reopened 20 October 2025
- Where
- Lock 5, Swarkestone Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Following further investigation on site, we have made the decision to fully close Swarkestone Lock. The condition of the gate means the lock is not safe to operate. We are exploring options for a repair and will update this notice when we have further informaiton.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 16 October 2025.
Marsworth Flight Closure
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
4 days
From 30 October 2025
Reopened 3 November 2025
- Where
- Lock 39 to Lock 45
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Following a further assessment the flight will remain closed over the weekend. Work is planned for Monday 3rd November; Please check this notice for updates.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 31 October 2025.
Shardlow Lock 2
Trent & Mersey CanalEast Midlands
4 days
From 1 December 2025
Reopened 5 December 2025
- Where
- Lock 2, Shardlow Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs will be undertaken at Shardlow Lock 2 from Monday 1st December starting 8:00am through to Friday 5th December finishing at 4:00pm. The repairs are to extend the life of the top gate mitre post on the offside.
CRT's only update, 10 November 2025.
King's Sutton Lock No 31
Oxford CanalLondon and South East
4 days
From 12 January 2026
Reopened 16 January 2026
- Where
- Lock 31, Kings Sutton Lock
- CRT reason
- Underwater Obstruction
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that this lock is currently closed due to a fouled bottom gate caused by an underwater obstruction. Our team are working hard to clear this as quickly as possible. We'll share an update as soon as we have more information. Thank you for your patience and…
CRT's only update, 12 January 2026.
Salterhebble Guillotine Lock 3 - Operational
Calder & Hebble NavigationYorkshire and North East
4 days
From 18 June 2026
Reopened 22 June 2026
CRT's title says reopened
- Where
- Lock 3, Salterhebble Bottom
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
A faulty sensor on the guillotine gate has been isolated and the lock brought back into use. The replacement of the broken sensor will be planned in due course.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 22 June 2026.
Navigation Closure - River Stort, Lock 11, Parndon Mill Lock, Harlow Town
River StortLondon and South East
4 days
From 20 July 2026
Reopened 24 July 2026
- Where
- Lock 11, Parndon Mill Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
We are pleased to advise the repairs have been completed and the lock has re-opened. Thank you for your patience whilst this work was undertaken.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 24 July 2026.
Lock 90, Deans Lock
Leeds & Liverpool CanalNorth West
4 days
From 10 September 2026
Reopened 14 September 2026
- Where
- Dean Lock - Nearside
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Since our last update our engineers have been to site and assessed the damage. Our team are onsite today to start the removal of the old collar and replace it with a new one. It is anticipated that repairs will take a few days. A further update will be provided on or before…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 14 September 2026.
Lock 12, Brighouse Bottom Lock, Calder and Hebble Navigation.
Calder & Hebble NavigationYorkshire and North East
4 days
From 11 September 2026
Reopened 15 September 2026
- Where
- Lock 12, Brighouse Bottom
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Brighouse Bottom Lock (Lock 12) is currently closed after one of the lock gates came free from its bearings. Unfortunately, the lock will remain out of action until we can carry out the necessary repair, which we expect to take place early next week. We'll provide an update as…
CRT's only update, 11 September 2026.
Lock 28, Yard Lock, Stone
Trent & Mersey CanalWest Midlands
3 days
From 20 May 2025
Reopened 23 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 28, Yard Lock to Lock 26, Aston Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that Aston Lock 26 will be closed today at 3:00 PM to allow for water levels to rise between Aston Lock and Star Lock. This will enable the pounds to refill in preparation for the reopening of the canal at Yard Lock tomorrow. We appreciate your cooperation and…
Latest of 5 CRT updates, 22 May 2025.
Lock 2 Camp Hill Lock
Grand Union CanalWest Midlands
3 days
From 5 July 2025
Reopened 8 July 2025
- Where
- Lock 3, Camp Hill (Lock 54) New to Lock 1, Camp Hill Top Lock (Lock 52)
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be aware that Lock 2 Camp Hill Lock is closed due to damage to the gates which has prevented any further operation. Updates will follow as soon as we ascertain the full damage to the structure.
CRT's only update, 5 July 2025.
Whitley Lock
Aire & Calder Navigation Main LineYorkshire and North East
3 days
Fully shut 3 of CRT's 4 days
From 18 July 2025
Reopened 22 July 2025
- Where
- Lock 12, Whitley Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Thanks to the operatives, the top gates at Whitley lock have now been repaired and the lock is once again fully operational.
Latest of 4 CRT updates, 22 July 2025.
Audlem Lock 1, Head Gates
Shropshire Union CanalNorth West
3 days
From 3 October 2025
Reopened 6 October 2025
- Where
- Audlem Lock 1
- CRT reason
- Underwater Obstruction
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
There is an underwater obstruction on the head gate at Audlem Lock 1 which is restricting the gates from closing fully to enable seal, allowing the lock to empty. An operations team has been on site this afternoon and into the evening but the cause of the blockage is still…
CRT's only update, 3 October 2025.
Hertford Union - Middle Lock
Hertford Union CanalLondon and South East
3 days
From 6 February 2026
Reopened 9 February 2026
- Where
- Lock 1, Top Lock to Lock 2, Middle Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Clarification, Please be advised that the navigation is currently closed due to an obstruction blocking the lock gates from closing fully. The bottom pound will need to be lowered to access fully and the mooring within the bottom pound will need to be vacated by 8am on the 9th…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 6 February 2026.
Lock 37 and Lock 38
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
3 days
From 24 February 2026
Reopened 27 February 2026
- Where
- Lock 37 to Lock 38
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Due to a lock gate failure locks 37 and 38 will be closed whilst a repair is undertaken. Please check this notice for further updates.
CRT's only update, 24 February 2026.
Claydon Top Lock 17 to Claydon Bottom lock 21
Oxford CanalLondon and South East
3 days
Fully shut 3 of CRT's 8 days
From 16 June 2026
Reopened 24 June 2026
- Where
- Lock 17, Claydon Top Lock to Lock 21, Claydon Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We would like to update you that, following repairs carried out by our team to the paddle at Lock 21 on the Claydon Flight yesterday evening, we are delighted to confirm that the assisted passage arrangement will be lifted from 10am today. This means the Claydon Flight is once…
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 24 June 2026.
Lock 10 Perry Barr.
Tame Valley CanalWest Midlands
3 days
From 29 June 2026
Reopened 2 July 2026
- Where
- Perry Barr Lock 1, Top Lock to Perry Barr Lock 13, Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
The repair should be complete and navigation open again by the end of the day.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 2 July 2026.
Lock 28, Hatton
Grand Union CanalWest Midlands
3 days
From 31 July 2026
Reopened 3 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 28
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Navigation is currently closed at Lock 28 (Hatton) due to an issue with the lock gate. Our teams are assessing the situation and determining the most appropriate course of action. We will provide a further update on Monday. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for…
CRT's only update, 31 July 2026.
Lock 38, South Stratford Canal
South Stratford CanalWest Midlands
2 days
From 5 May 2025
Reopened 7 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 38
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that we expect navigation to reopen by 2:00 PM today. Thank you for your continued patience.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 7 May 2025.
Lock 11 Beeston Iron
Shropshire Union CanalNorth West
2 days
From 15 June 2025
Reopened 17 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 11, Beeston Iron Lock to Lock 12, Beeston Stone Lock
- CRT reason
- Low Water Levels
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Our local engineering team has investigated the leak at Beeston Iron Lock on the Shropshire Union Canal and identified the need for a temporary repair to the cill. Arrangements are being made for a work boat to carry out these temporary repairs until a permanent repair can take…
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 16 June 2025.
Aston Lock 26, Little Stoke
Trent & Mersey CanalWest Midlands
2 days
From 15 July 2025
Reopened 17 July 2025
- Where
- Lock 26, Aston Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Works to the top end lock gate are required due to substantial loss of water affecting the upstream pond. We will deliver these works via a navigational closure between the 15 July and the 17 July 2025 (3 Days). The towpath will remain open.
CRT's only update, 30 June 2025.
Marsh Lock Lock 12 , near Waltham Town.
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
2 days
From 14 September 2025
Reopened 16 September 2025
- Where
- Lock 12, Rammey Marsh Lock
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Rammey Marsh lock 12 – top gate lifted off by a boat, making lock inoperable. Assisted passage not possible. Towpath remains open. Engineers called to assess damage and recommend fix. Review tomorrow 15th September 2025.
CRT's only update, 14 September 2025.
Lock 63, Clear Water Lock - Towpath Side
Trent & Mersey CanalNorth West
2 days
From 19 October 2025
Reopened 21 October 2025
- Where
- Lk 64, Saw Pit Lock - Towpath Side to Lock 62, Pavilion Lock (Off Side)
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised navigation is currently closed at Lock No. 63 (Malkins Bank) on the Trent & Mersey Canal due to a boat getting stuck in the towpath side lock chamber and preventing the tail gates from being closed. This combined with leakage through the head gate has created a…
CRT's only update, 19 October 2025.
Shipley Lock 72
Erewash CanalEast Midlands
2 days
From 15 December 2025
Reopened 17 December 2025
- Where
- Lock 72 - Shipley Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs will be undertaken at Shipley Lock 72 from Monday 15th December starting 8:00am through to Wednesday 17th December finishing at 4:00pm. The repairs will address the rotted heel post located on the upstream offside gate and will involve fitting a steel collar to guard…
CRT's only update, 10 November 2025.
Trent Lock 60
Erewash CanalEast Midlands
2 days
From 17 December 2025
Reopened 19 December 2025
- Where
- Lock 60 - Trent Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs will be undertaken at Trent Lock 60 from Wednesday 17th December starting 8:00am through to Friday 19th December finishing at 4:00pm. The repairs will address the rotted heel post located on the downstream offside gate and will involve fitting a steel collar to guard…
CRT's only update, 10 November 2025.
Trent Lock
Erewash CanalEast Midlands
2 days
From 5 January 2026
Reopened 7 January 2026
- Where
- Lock 60 - Trent Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Urgent repairs are being carried out on the heel post of the downstream offside gate at Trent Lock, from 8am on 5th January to 4pm on the 7th January. The navigation will be closed but water levels will be maintained, please expect increased activity in the area.
CRT's only update, 5 January 2026.
Lock 12, Beeston Stone Lock, SU-033-006
Shropshire Union CanalNorth West
2 days
From 5 April 2026
Reopened 7 April 2026
- Where
- Lock 11, Beeston Iron Lock to Lock 13 Tilstone Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
A lock gate has lifted out of position by a boat as the lock was filling.
CRT's only update, 5 April 2026.
Gloucester Lock 2.
River Severn Navigation, Gloucester & Sharpness CanalWales and South West
2 days
From 28 April 2026
Reopened 30 April 2026
- Where
- Lock 2 Gloucester Lock
- CRT reason
- Information
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that the downstream gates at Gloucester Lock are currently inoperable, and the lock is closed to navigation at this time. Our maintenance team are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Further updates will be provided once progress is made.…
CRT's only update, 28 April 2026.
Lock 2 Hawley Lock, Camden Lock Bridge, Regent's Canal, London
Regent's CanalLondon and South East
2 days
From 18 June 2026
Reopened 20 June 2026
- Where
- Lock 2, Hawley Lock
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Regional Reactive Team were on site this morning and reset the gate into the pot. The lock is now operational.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 20 June 2026.
Dashwood Lock 37
Oxford CanalLondon and South East
2 days
From 22 July 2026
Reopened 24 July 2026
- Where
- Lock 37, Dashwood Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
We've extended this notice for 1 day to facilitate extra repairs.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 23 July 2026.
Lock 11, Curdworth
Birmingham & Fazeley CanalWest Midlands
2 days
From 26 July 2026
Reopened 28 July 2026
- Where
- Lock 11, Curdworth
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Our Reactive Response Team is scheduled to attend site tomorrow to undertake repair works. We will provide a further update on Wednesday 29 July once the team has assessed the situation and an outcome is known.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 27 July 2026.
Lock 14 to Lock 20, Stoke Bruerne
Grand Union CanalEast Midlands
2 days
From 17 August 2026
Reopened 19 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 14, Top Lock to Lock 20
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs to the damaged heel post at Lock 19, Stoke Bruerne, will take place from Monday 17 August to Wednesday 19 August. During this closure, our team will replace and brace the heel post, along with carrying out any additional repairs identified while the lock is out of…
CRT's only update, 31 July 2026.
Temporary Closure - Limehouse Lock
Limehouse BasinLondon and South East
2 days
From 19 August 2026
Reopened 21 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 1, Limehouse Ship Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that Limehouse Lock will now be closed to all passages from Wednesday 19th August to Friday 21st August. We appreciate your understanding on the change to the previously published dates and thank you for your cooperation.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 4 August 2026.
Marsworth Flight closed to Navigation. Lock 45 is closed and no navigation is possible above lock 43
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
1 day
From 7 May 2025
Reopened 8 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 43 to Lock 45
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Cause not stated
- Asset
- Lock
The obstruction at lock 44 has now been cleared.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 8 May 2025.
Hazelford Lock - River Trent
River TrentEast Midlands
1 day
From 7 May 2025
Reopened 8 May 2025
- Where
- Lock 12, Hazelford Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Due to a fault with lock gate 3, Hazelford Lock is currently out of action. We will be on site tomorrow morning, in the meantime please do not operate the lock until we have been able to resolve the fault. We will update this notice by 12pm tomorrow or sooner if we have more…
CRT's only update, 7 May 2025.
Lock 11 Lee Navigation Waltham Town
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
1 day
From 9 June 2025
Reopened 10 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 11, Waltham Town Lock
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We have received a report from a customer that the upstream gates at Waltham Town Lock are failing to close completely and that the lock chamber cannot be emptied. We will be attending as a priority on Tuesday morning (10/6/25) to fix.
CRT's only update, 9 June 2025.
Worksop Town Lock
Chesterfield CanalYorkshire and North East
1 day
Fully shut 1 of CRT's 7 days
From 12 June 2025
Reopened 19 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 50, Worksop Town Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
A navigation closure is scheduled from 08:00 on Wednesday, 18th June to 18:00 on Thursday, 19th June. A repair is required to the headpost of the upstream gate. The pound upstream of Worksop Town Lock will need to be lowered to facilitate the repair.
CRT's only update, 12 June 2025.
Lock 58 - Grand Union Canal
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
1 day
From 25 June 2025
Reopened 26 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 58
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Boat strike to top gate has rendered lock inoperable.
CRT's only update, 25 June 2025.
Lock 11 Audlem
Shropshire Union CanalNorth West
1 day
From 13 August 2025
Reopened 14 August 2025
- Where
- Shropshire Union Canal - 057
- CRT reason
- Underwater Obstruction
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Bottom end gates won't open due to an obstruction behind the gates.
CRT's only update, 13 August 2025.
Lock 23, Radford Bottom Lock, Leamington Spa CV31 1TN
Grand Union CanalWest Midlands
1 day
From 16 August 2025
Reopened 17 August 2025
- Where
- Lock 23, Radford Bottom Lock to Bridge 17, Napton Juction
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be aware that Lock 23 (Radford Bottom Lock) is currently closed due to structural damage to the towpath-side top gate. The gate cannot be operated, and the lock will remain closed until repairs are carried out. Our team will be on site on Monday to complete the necessary…
CRT's only update, 16 August 2025.
Lock 8, Ryders Green
Walsall CanalWest Midlands
1 day
From 28 October 2025
Reopened 29 October 2025
- Where
- Lock 8, Ryders Green Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Underwater Obstruction
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Navigation remains closed at Ryders Green Lock 8. The lock gate cannot currently be operated as it is catching on a metal obstruction. Our team is assessing the situation and will develop a repair plan. We will provide an update as soon as further information becomes available.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 28 October 2025.
Lock 79 Common moor lock
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
1 day
From 17 November 2025
Reopened 18 November 2025
- Where
- Lock 79, Common Moor Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
The top gate has incurred damage and come loose from its bearing. Our team are working to fix this as soon as possible.
CRT's only update, 17 November 2025.
Bosley Lock Flight, Lock 1 to Lock 12
Macclesfield CanalNorth West
1 day
From 23 December 2025
Reopened 24 December 2025
- Where
- Bosley Lock 1 to Bosley Lock 12
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Navigation is currently closed through the Bosley lock flight, on the Macclesfield Canal, following a recent inspection where damage was identified to the gate at Lock 12. Our local team are on site carrying out the repairs to the gate. An update will be provided on 24 December
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 23 December 2025.
Nell Bridge Lock No 32
Oxford CanalLondon and South East
1 day
From 22 January 2026
Reopened 23 January 2026
- Where
- Lock 32, Nell Bridge Lock
- CRT reason
- Underwater Obstruction
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
Underwater obstruction cleared. Please be advised level between locks 32-33 is in Red Board Status due to strong stream warning
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 23 January 2026.
Between Lock 1 and Lock 16
Peak Forest CanalNorth West
1 day
From 29 January 2026
Reopened 30 January 2026
- Where
- Lock 1 to Lock 16
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Unfortunately, we were unable to complete the emergency repairs to the gate seals at Lock 4 on the Marple Flight today, and our local team will need to re-attend the site tomorrow. As a result, the lock flight between Locks 1 and 16 will remain closed while the works are carried…
CRT's only update, 29 January 2026.
Aylesbury Arm (Grand Union Canal), Lock 7, Wilstone near Tring
Aylesbury Arm (Grand Union Canal)London and South East
1 day
From 28 February 2026
Reopened 1 March 2026
- Where
- Lock 1 to Lock 7
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
To help maintain water levels within the Aylesbury Arm and in particular, between Locks 6 and 7, repairs are required to the single top gate at Lock 7 to reduce water loss through the gate planking. Top stop plank Installation and lock head dewatering will be required to carry…
CRT's only update, 19 February 2026.
Lock 43 Kidlington Green, Lock Crescent, Kidlington OX5
Oxford CanalLondon and South East
1 day
From 5 May 2026
Reopened 6 May 2026
- Where
- Lock 43, Kidlington Green Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We're pleased to share that the repairs carried out this morning to the broken collar on the bottom gate have been successful, and the lock is now fully open to navigation once again. Thank you for your patience and understanding while our team worked to complete the repair.
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 6 May 2026.
Fenny Stratford Lock 22
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
1 day
Fully shut 1 of CRT's 6 days
From 21 May 2026
Reopened 27 May 2026
- Where
- Lock 22, Fenny Stratford Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be aware that a full closure of the lock will be in place on Wednesday 27/05/2026 for the repair to be undertaken, and there will be no assisted passages on Wednesday. Following this, assisted passages will resume on: Thursday 28th May 10:00 - 12:00 Friday 29th May 10:00…
Latest of 3 CRT updates, 26 May 2026.
East Cottingwith Lock (Lock 9) - Diving operation to undertake repairs
Pocklington CanalYorkshire and North East
1 day
From 27 May 2026
Reopened 28 May 2026
- Where
- Lock 9 / Cottingwith Lock
- CRT reason
- Inspections
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
East Cottingwith Lock (Lock 9) will be closed to navigation from 08:00 on 27 May 2026 until 17:00 on 28 May 2026. A specialist dive team will be carrying out underwater repairs to the lock gates to help conserve water resources at East Cottingwith lock. For safety reasons, no…
CRT's only update, 21 May 2026.
Salterhebble bottom lock - NOW OPEN
Calder & Hebble NavigationYorkshire and North East
1 day
From 14 June 2026
Reopened 15 June 2026
CRT's title says reopened
- Where
- Lock 3, Salterhebble Bottom
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs to the guillotine lock at the tail gates of Lock 3, Salterhebble bottom lock have now been completed and the lock is fully operational.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 15 June 2026.
Lock 19 Old Ford, Lea Navigation
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
1 day
From 20 June 2026
Reopened 21 June 2026
- Where
- Lock 19, Old Ford Lock, Eastern Side
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We have an intermittent fault on the lock gates/sluices at Lock 19 Old Ford (Lea Navigation) and the lock is currently out of operation. Our operations team will attempt to reset it again tomorrow morning (Sunday 21/6/26). If it does not reset then an engineer will attend on…
CRT's only update, 20 June 2026.
Lock 6, Woodnook Lock - closed due to a broken collar, gates cannot be operated. OPEN
Wakefield Branch (Aire & Calder)Yorkshire and North East
1 day
From 16 July 2026
Reopened 17 July 2026
- Where
- Lock 6, Woodnook Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
The repairs have been completed and it is operational.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 17 July 2026.
Derwent Mouth Lock 1
Trent & Mersey CanalEast Midlands
1 day
From 10 August 2026
Reopened 11 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 1, Derwent Mouth Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
We have successfully completed repairs to the bottom gates to help prevent further leakage. When exiting the lock, please leave the lock chamber full to help conserve water. A full gate replacement is planned as part of a future winter stoppage programme.
Latest of 2 CRT updates, 11 August 2026.
Lock 58 (GU-171-003) E:501262, N: 206819 ///store.rats.glory
Grand Union CanalLondon and South East
same day
From 25 June 2025
Reopened 25 June 2025
- Where
- Lock 58
- CRT reason
- Boating Incident
- Cause
- Struck by boat or vehicle
- Asset
- Lock
Boat impact to Lock 58 top gate has rendered lock inoperable.
CRT's only update, 25 June 2025.
Atherstone Lock 9
Coventry CanalWest Midlands
same day
From 1 August 2025
Reopened 1 August 2025
- Where
- Lock 9
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that emergency repair works will be taking place at Atherstone Lock 9 on Friday 1st August, requiring a closure of navigation between 8am and 12pm These urgent works are necessary due to severe leakage on both lock gates, and our team will be carrying out…
CRT's only update, 29 July 2025.
Bagnall Lock to Shadehouse Lock, Fradley
Trent & Mersey CanalWest Midlands
same day
Fully shut 0 of CRT's 1 day
From 16 September 2025
Reopened 17 September 2025
- Where
- Lock 19, Shadehouse Lock to Lock 13, Bagnall Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that navigation will be closed on Wednesday 17th September between Bagnall Lock and Shadehouse Lock to carry out essential repair works. The closure is necessary to address leakage issues on the top end gates and cills at Hunts Lock, Common Lock, and Bagnall…
CRT's only update, 8 September 2025.
Lock 58 to Lock 64, Leeds & Liverpool Canal
Leeds & Liverpool CanalNorth West
same day
From 14 January 2026
Reopened 14 January 2026
- Where
- Lock 64, Bottom Lock to Lock 58, Top Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Navigation is currently closed from Lock 58 to Lock 64 on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. This is due to a snapped gate collar, on the towpath side head gate of Lock 61. Our team are on site carrying out the repairs today. An update will be provided on or before Thursday 15 January.
CRT's only update, 14 January 2026.
Between Lock 1 to Lock 16
Peak Forest CanalNorth West
same day
From 29 January 2026
Reopened 29 January 2026
- Where
- Lock 1 to Lock 16
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Worn out
- Asset
- Lock
We need to carry out emergency repairs to the lock gate seals between lock 1 to lock 16 on the Peak Forest Canal, as their condition has worsened. Our team is currently gathering the required materials and will be on site from 8am until 3pm on Thursday 29 January. The lock…
CRT's only update, 28 January 2026.
Tottenham Lock
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
same day
From 15 February 2026
Reopened 15 February 2026
- Where
- Lock 17, Tottenham Lock, Eastern Side
- CRT reason
- Information
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Lock
A swan has become trapped within the lock gate. The Swan Sanctuary are attending to try to rescue it. The lock will be out of operation until the swan can be rescued.
CRT's only update, 15 February 2026.
Bedford Street Staircase Locks
Caldon CanalWest Midlands
same day
From 18 March 2026
Reopened 18 March 2026
- Where
- Lock 1 Bedford Street to Lock 2 Bedford St Top Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that Bedford Staircase Lock will be closed to navigation while our team undertakes essential works. * Wednesday 18 March: Navigation will be closed from 9:00am until approximately 4:00pm. The lock will be dewatered to allow the team to repair a severely leaking…
CRT's only update, 13 March 2026.
Lock 43, Hatton
Grand Union CanalWest Midlands
same day
From 19 March 2026
Reopened 19 March 2026
- Where
- Lock 43
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that essential works will be taking place at Hatton Lock 43 tomorrow (19/03/26.) The bottom end gate requires relining, and our team will be on site to carry out these essential safety works. Navigation is expected to reopen by 4pm. If we are able to reopen the…
CRT's only update, 18 March 2026.
Lock 47, Knowle Bottom Lock
Grand Union CanalWest Midlands
same day
From 29 April 2026
Reopened 29 April 2026
- Where
- Lock 47, Knowle Bottom Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Navigation at Knowle Bottom Lock (Lock 47) will be closed tomorrow between 9:00am and 4:00pm to allow essential repair works to take place. Cill repairs were completed yesterday and a paddle has been replaced; however, further issues have been identified with the gate, which is…
CRT's only update, 28 April 2026.
From Barkers Lock 70 to Stenson's Lock 71, Ilkeston
Erewash CanalEast Midlands
same day
From 17 June 2026
Reopened 17 June 2026
- Where
- Lock 71 - Stenson's Lock to Lock 70 - Barkers Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
There will be an emergency closure at Barkers Lock 70 on Wednesday 17th June between 8am and 5pm to investigate what is causing the gate leakage and to undertake a repair if the cause is determined. Please moor securely outside of the closure and follow any instruction from…
CRT's only update, 15 June 2026.
Botterham Staircase Lock
Staffordshire & Worcestershire CnlWest Midlands
same day
From 2 July 2026
Reopened 2 July 2026
- Where
- Lock 20 Botterham Bottom Lock to Lock 21 Botterham Top Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
A closure is required at Botterham Staircase Lock while urgent repairs are carried out. Works are scheduled to take place tomorrow (Thursday 02 July), during which time navigation will be closed from 8am to 2pm. The lock gates are currently severely leaking, creating a serious…
CRT's only update, 1 July 2026.
Lock 13, Enfield Lock
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
same day
From 15 August 2026
Reopened 15 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 13, Enfield Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Towpath Lower Gate issue making the Lock inoperable. Team will investigate on 17.08.2026 and update.
CRT's only update, 15 August 2026.
Lock 24, Weston lock
Trent & Mersey CanalWest Midlands
same day
From 21 August 2026
Reopened 21 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 24, Weston Lock
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be advised that navigation will be closed at Lock 24 (Weston Lock) tomorrow, from approximately 9:00am until 1:00pm. The top gate is suffering from severe leakage and requires urgent repairs. Our reactive team will be installing stop planks to enable repairs to be carried…
CRT's only update, 20 August 2026.
Navigation Closure - Lee Navigation, Lock 16, Stonebridge Lock, Tottenham
Lee NavigationLondon and South East
same day
From 26 August 2026
Reopened 26 August 2026
- Where
- Lock 16, Stonebridge Lock, Eastern Side
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Please be aware that, due to the bottom hydraulic gates not operating, we have had to implement a closure at Lock 16, Stonebridge Lock, Tottenham. Our team has been instructed to attend and investigate the issue as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding…
CRT's only update, 26 August 2026.
Cromwell Lock 15
River TrentEast Midlands
same day
From 8 September 2026
Reopened 8 September 2026
- Where
- Lock 15, Cromwell Lock - Top Chamber to Lock 15, Cromwell Lock - Bottom Chamber
- CRT reason
- Maintenance
- Cause
- Broke, cause not given
- Asset
- Lock
Repairs to the middle gate collar at Cromwell Lock 15 will take place on Tuesday 8th September from 8:00am to 5:00pm. During this time, the lock will be closed to boating traffic.
CRT's only update, 4 September 2026.
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