Waterway Notices / Lock 38, Penkridge Lock
Navigation and Towpath Closure beginning 2 November 2026 at 08:00 to 18 December 2026 at 16:00. Starting at Bridge 85, Princefield Bridge, ending at Bridge 86 Penkridge Bridge.
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Summary
| Type | Navigation and Towpath Closure |
| Start Date | 2 November 2026 at 08:00 |
| End Date | 18 December 2026 at 16:00 |
| Start Location | Bridge 85, Princefield Bridge |
| Ends Location | Bridge 86 Penkridge Bridge |
Updates
7 September 2026 at 08:58
Following a review of the planned works, the extent of the navigation closure has been reduced from that originally proposed. The navigation will now be closed from Bridge 85, Princefield Bridge, to Bridge 86, Penkridge Bridge, for the duration of the works
16 June 2026 at 11:16
A navigation and towpath closure are required to facilitate top & bottom lock gate replacements on lock 38.