Notice Archive / Bottom Barge Lock Top Gate

Navigation and Towpath Closure Notice from 2 February 2026 at 08:00 to 13 March 2026 at 16:00. Starting at Bottom Barge Lock, ending at Bottom Barge Lock.

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Summary

TypeNavigation and Towpath Closure
Start Date2 February 2026 at 08:00
End Date13 March 2026 at 16:00
Start LocationBottom Barge Lock
Ends LocationBottom Barge Lock

Updates

19 December 2025 at 07:56

We have reviewed the works programme for Barge Bottom Lock and expect the work to take a shorter time period than previously scheduled, increasing accessibility for boaters to Stourport basin during January.  The stoppage will now run from 2 February to 13 March, ending at the same time as the nearby stoppage at York Street Lock.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

29 June 2025 at 22:37

A navigation and towpath closure are required for top gate replacements. We will also be doing coping stone replacement.

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