Lock 26, Slat Mill to Lock 27, Little Bourton
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Detail
| Type | Navigation Closure |
| Start Date | 7/20/2025, 1:07:00 PM |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Lock 26, Slat Mill Lock |
| Ends Location | Lock 27, Little Bourton |
Updates
31 July 2025 at 12:41
Please be advised the closures will remain in effect until further notice. This measure is due to persistently low water levels, in line with the following notice: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/notices/0197edfe-15e3-7d5d-8e1d-93fbc19e6186 Once we receive sufficient rainfall to allow for the reopening of the locks, this notice will be updated accordingly. We appreciate your continued understanding.
24 July 2025 at 10:00
Please be advised that the closures will remain in place until further notice. The ongoing low water levels are due to a prolonged lack of rainfall affecting this stretch and several others. As a result, these locks will remain closed to navigation until sufficient rainfall cause water levels to return to a safe and sustainable level. We appreciate your understanding during this time.
21 July 2025 at 14:32
Navigation stoppage remains in place after a review of water levels today (21/07/25) which are too low for navigation and lack of availability of water in the pounds above. The stoppage notice will be reviewed again tomorrow (22/07/25).
20 July 2025 at 13:20
Due to very low water levels between Locks 26 and 27, a navigation closure is in place.
Water resource and availability above Lock 26 is currently being closely monitored with navigation restrictions currently in place.
The stoppage notice will be reassessed on Monday 21/07/25.