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Lock 87, Ham lock, near Thatcham

A navigation closure on the Kennet & Avon Canal, 3 November 2025 to 9 January 2026 — 67 days.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway: Kennet & Avon Canal
Region: Wales and South West
Started: 3 November 2025
Status: Reopened 9 January 2026
Days shut: 67
CRT reason: Repair
Cause: Wear and tear
Asset: Lock

Cause and asset are read from the notice prose, not CRT fields; the reason above is CRT's own.

Where

Kennet & Avon Canal: Lock 87, Ham Lock to Lock 87, Ham Lock

Updates · 3

28 days with no update after the last one.

12 December 2025 · 166 days since the previous

Unfortunately, we now require additional time on site to complete these works to the required standard. The stoppage will now end on 9th January. We have experienced challenges with effectively damming the lock, which has caused delays in replacing the bottom gates. To ensure the works are completed safely and to the highest standard, the current stoppage will be extended. This extension will include the Christmas break period, during which the lock will remain closed. Our team is working extended hours, including weekends, to recover as much time as possible before Christmas and to minimise disruption afterwards. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

29 June 2025 · 54 days since the previous

Please note the towpath will no longer be closed during these works.

6 May 2025 · 0 days since the previous

A navigation and towpath closure are required for top and bottom gates replacement.

Cite this: Canal closures, “Lock 87, Ham lock, near Thatcham”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/0196a4ac-4fd7-755c-a212-81685150d247.

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