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The section between Upper Lode Lock and Gloucester Lock 2.

A navigation closure on the River Severn Navigation, 5 March 2026 to 11 March 2026 — 6 days.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway: River Severn Navigation
Region: Wales and South West
Started: 5 March 2026
Status: Reopened 11 March 2026
Days shut: 6
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

River Severn Navigation: Lock 2 Gloucester Lock to Upper Lode Lock

Updates · 2

4 days with no update after the last one.

7 March 2026 · 2 days since the previous

Please be advised that the section between Upper Lode Lock and Gloucester Lock 2 is designated: AMBER - PROCEED WITH CAUTION

5 March 2026 · 0 days since the previous

Please be advised that due to a period of persistent rain, the section between Upper Lode 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, “The section between Upper Lode Lock and Gloucester Lock 2.”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/019cbea1-45e6-7026-b128-2e6e679b4150.

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