Notice Archive / Bridge 120 to Bridge 121

Navigation Restriction and Towpath Closure Notice from 25 March 2026 at 13:34 to Ongoing. Starting at Bridge 121, Quarry Bridge, ending at Bridge 120, Rowton Bridge.

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Summary

TypeNavigation Restriction and Towpath Closure
Start Date25 March 2026 at 13:34
End DateOngoing
Start LocationBridge 121, Quarry Bridge
Ends LocationBridge 120, Rowton Bridge

Updates

27 March 2026 at 12:53

The towpath on the Shropshire Union Canal is currently closed between Bridge 120 Rowton Bridge and Bridge 121 Quarry Bridge while contractors carry out tree removal works.

Navigation will also be restricted as the fallen tree is removed in sections. Contractors have advised that enough of the tree will be cleared to allow navigation to continue by the end of the day.

A further update will be provided on Tuesday, 31 March.

25 March 2026 at 13:43

Navigation is closed between Bridge 120, Rowton Bridge to Bridge 121, Quarry Bridge on the Shropshire Union Canal due to a fallen tree.

Contractors have been informed, and we await their attendance.

A further update will be provided on Friday 27 March.  

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