Waterway Notices / Ongoing Overnight Closures in Camden at Hampstead Road Lock, Hawley Lock, and Kentish Town Lock between 3:30pm and 9am – Regent’s Canal
Navigation Restriction beginning 26 August 2026 at 14:30. Starting at Lock 1B, Hampstead Road Lock, ending at Lock 3, Kentish Town Lock.
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Summary
| Type | Navigation Restriction |
| Start Date | 26 August 2026 at 14:30 |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Lock 1B, Hampstead Road Lock |
| Ends Location | Lock 3, Kentish Town Lock |
Updates
24 September 2026 at 07:42
Please be advised that due to the continued low water levels, the ongoing overnight closures in Camden at Lock 1, Hampstead Road Lock (A and B), Lock 2, Hawley Lock and Lock 3, Kentish Town Lock between 15:30 and 09:00 have been extended. Although we may see some rainfall and the heatwave is now behind us, we are still experiencing the effects of the drought. The situation will be reviewed on Monday 19th October and a further update will be provided at that time. We appreciate your continued patience and understanding during this time.
21 August 2026 at 08:38
Please be advised there will be ongoing overnight closures in Camden at Lock 1, Hampstead Road Lock (A and B), Lock 2, Hawley Lock and Lock 3, Kentish Town Lock between 15:30 and 09:00. This is to help maintain navigational safety and water management, during this period of drought. We appreciate your patience and understanding