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Lock 103 Burghfield Lock
A navigation closure on the Kennet & Avon Canal, 17 January 2026 to 6 May 2026 — 109 days.
Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk
- Waterway
- Kennet & Avon Canal
- Region
- Wales and South West
- Started
- 17 January 2026
- Status
- Reopened 6 May 2026
- Days shut
- 109
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Cause not stated
- Asset
- Lock
Cause and asset are read from the notice prose, not CRT fields; the reason above is CRT's own.
What CRT said it was for
New notice
Where
- Kennet & Avon Canal: Lock 103, Burghfield Lock to Lock 103, Burghfield Lock
Updates · 7
0 days with no update after the last one.
6 May 2026 · 12 days since the previous
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 [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.
24 April 2026 · 16 days since the previous
Further to the notice below, contractors have surveyed site and we are planning to commence work early May. The repairs to this lock are due to take three weeks. You are welcome to contact us at [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.
Earlier updates · 5
8 April 2026 · 22 days since the previous
Further to the notice below, unfortunately, it is unlikely that Burghfield Lock 103 will reopen before the end of April. We are currently awaiting the completed repair design, which will then be passed to our contractor so they can confirm costs and timescales. We will provide a further update as soon as this information is available. You are welcome to contact us at [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.
17 March 2026 · 18 days since the previous
Further to the notice below, the damage to the gate has now been assessed. We are preparing to mobilise to site to remove the lift gate and carry out the repair work. We will update this notice with confirmed time scales when available. You are welcome to contact us at [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.
27 February 2026 · 29 days since the previous
Further to the notice below, subsequent inspections of Lock 103 Burghfield Lock have identified that the gate is severely damaged below the waterline. As a result, the repair is not straightforward and is likely to require dewatering of the lock. Our Engineering and Construction teams are still currently assessing feasible repair options. We will update this notice as soon as further information becomes available, including indicative timescales for the works. You are welcome to contact us at [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.
29 January 2026 · 12 days since the previous
Further to the notice below, subsequent inspections of Lock 103 Burghfield Lock have identified that the gate is severely damaged below the waterline. As a result, the repair is not straightforward and is likely to require dewatering of the lock. Our Engineering and Construction teams are currently assessing feasible repair options. We will update this notice as soon as further information becomes available, including indicative timescales for the works. You are welcome to contact us at [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.
17 January 2026 · 0 days since the previous
Please be advised that due to impact damage to bottom gates, this lock is now closed. Engineers will assess and work out a repair strategy on Monday the 19th. This notice will be updated once we have further information regarding the repair and associated timelines. We apologise for any inconvenience. You are welcome to contact us at [enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk](mailto:enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk) or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team
Cite this: Canal closures, “Lock 103 Burghfield Lock”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/019bcc4e-9095-74c1-b767-c7729b171ee7.
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