Notice Archive / Leicester Line (Grand Union Canal) from Kings Lock though to River Soar at Redhill Lock
Navigation Closure Notice from 9 January 2026 at 07:53 to Ongoing. Starting at Bridge 2 (See note), ending at Lock 59 - Redhill Lock.
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Summary
| Type | Navigation Closure |
| Start Date | 9 January 2026 at 07:53 |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Bridge 2 (See note) |
| Ends Location | Lock 59 - Redhill Lock |
Updates
15 January 2026 at 08:32
Water levels and conditions remain unchanged. Strong flows continue to make navigation difficult and potentially dangerous, and locks may still be closed. Please do not attempt to navigate this section.
9 January 2026 at 07:56
We advise skippers of all boats not to navigate the Leicester Line (Grand Union Canal) from Kings Lock through to the River Soar at Redhill Lock. The strong flows make it difficult and dangerous, and locks may also be closed.