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Diglis Lock to Gloucester Lock 2.

A navigation closure on the River Severn Navigation, 3 March 2026 to 5 March 2026 — 2 days.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway
River Severn Navigation
Region
Wales and South West
Started
3 March 2026
Status
Reopened 5 March 2026
Days shut
2
CRT reason
Information
Cause
Weather
Asset
Canal or river

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

levels changed

Where

Updates · 1

2 days with no update after the last one.

3 March 2026 · 0 days since the previous

Please be advised that due to a period of persistent rain, the section between Diglis Lock and Gloucester Lock 2 is designated: Red - Do not proceed. CAUTION STRONG STREAM - We advise users of all boats not to navigate because the strong flows make it difficult and dangerous (locks may be closed) 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, “Diglis Lock to Gloucester Lock 2.”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/019cb358-f13d-7f5f-b17e-31d5ac17efe2.

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