Notice Archive / Hertford Union - Middle Lock

Navigation Closure Notice from 6 February 2026 at 13:00 to Ongoing. Starting at Lock 1, Top Lock, ending at Lock 2, Middle Lock.

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Summary

TypeNavigation Closure
Start Date6 February 2026 at 13:00
End DateOngoing
Start LocationLock 1, Top Lock
Ends LocationLock 2, Middle Lock

Updates

6 February 2026 at 14:33

Clarification,

Please be advised that the navigation is currently closed due to an obstruction blocking the lock gates from closing fully.

The bottom pound will need to be lowered to access fully and the mooring within the bottom pound will need to be vacated by 8am on the 9th of February.

6 February 2026 at 14:23

Please be advised that the navigation is currently closed due to an obstruction blocking the lock gates from closing fully.

The middle pound will need to be lowered to access fully and the mooring within the middle pound will need to be vacated by 8am on the 9th of February.

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