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Bridge 41A, Sandy Lane Bridge

A navigation closure on the Chesterfield Canal, 31 August 2026 to 8 September 2026 — 8 days.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway
Chesterfield Canal
Region
Yorkshire and North East
Started
31 August 2026
Status
Reopened 8 September 2026
Days shut
8
CRT reason
Underwater Obstruction
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.

Where

Updates · 2

0 days with no update after the last one.

8 September 2026 · 8 days since the previous

We have had confirmation from contractors that the obstruction has been removed. The navigation is now open as normal.

31 August 2026 · 0 days since the previous

Please be advised that the navigation is currently closed due to a fallen tree obstructing the canal near Bridge 41A (Sandy Lane Bridge). Location: ///mint.voters.hike The navigation will remain closed until further notice while arrangements are made to assess and remove the obstruction. Boaters are advised not to attempt to pass through this section and to plan their journeys accordingly. Further updates will be provided once the obstruction has been cleared and the navigation is safe to reopen. Canal & River Trust

Cite this: Canal closures, “Bridge 41A, Sandy Lane Bridge”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/01a057cd-31c3-7a7a-b6ac-5c8cdfa04b4f.

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