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Navigation Closure - Lee Navigation, Ware Lock, Ware

A navigation closure on the Lee Navigation, 9 January 2026 to 20 January 2026 — 11 days.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway
Lee Navigation
Region
London and South East
Started
9 January 2026
Status
Reopened 20 January 2026
Days shut
11
CRT reason
Inspections
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

Updates · 2

11 days with no update after the last one.

9 January 2026 · 21 days since the previous

Please be advised that due to unexpected maintenance work, the decision has been made to close Ware lock with immediate effect to complete necessary repairs. There will also be no pedestrian access while the works are carried out.

19 December 2025 · 0 days since the previous

Navigation closure at Ware Lock is requested for the inspection work at Ware Lock from 12th-20th January 2026 Please be aware that an upcoming navigation closure will be in place to allow essential works to be carried out safely along the canal. During this period, all boat movements through the affected section will be temporarily suspended, and we kindly ask users to plan journeys accordingly and follow any signage or directions from on‑site staff. Your cooperation helps ensure the safety of both our teams and all waterway users.

Cite this: Canal closures, “Navigation Closure - Lee Navigation, Ware Lock, Ware”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/019b36f9-a97c-720b-b14e-0c148685212a.

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