Notice Archive / Don Doors and Doncaster Lock

Navigation Closure Notice from 26 January 2026 at 15:30 to Ongoing. Starting at Doncaster Lock, ending at Doncaster Lock.

This is a live notice. Please check the Canal & River Trust website for the latest information. View on Canal & River Trust website.

Summary

TypeNavigation Closure
Start Date26 January 2026 at 15:30
End DateOngoing
Start LocationDoncaster Lock
Ends LocationDoncaster Lock

Updates

29 January 2026 at 15:49

As further heavy rain is forecasted, Don Doors and Doncaster Lock are closed.

Our operatives will continue to monitor water levels overnight and an update will be provided as soon as levels start to recede.

26 January 2026 at 16:00

In advance of the forecasted heavy rain, Doncaster Lock on the Sheffield and South Yorkshire Navigation and Don Doors on the New junction Canal are closed. We will continue to review the water levels overnight and provide an update as soon as possible.

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