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Autherley Junction Stop Lock

A navigation closure on the Shropshire Union Canal, 1 May 2026 to 1 May 2026 — 0 days.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway
Shropshire Union Canal
Region
West Midlands
Started
1 May 2026
Status
Reopened 1 May 2026
Days shut
same day
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

Updates · 1

1 days with no update after the last one.

30 April 2026 · 0 days since the previous

Works will be taking place at Autherley Junction Stop Lock tomorrow (01/05/26) to install a new laminated balance beam. The works are expected to take place between 8am and 1pm, during which time navigation through the lock will be closed. If we are able to reopen navigation sooner than 1pm, this notice will be updated accordingly. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience.

Cite this: Canal closures, “Autherley Junction Stop Lock”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/019dde0a-fdaf-78cb-a5e4-da698278d2bd.

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