Waterway Notices / Lock 4 (Falling Sands Lock) near Kidderminster
Navigation and Towpath Closure beginning 16 September 2026 at 10:35 at Lock 4 Falling Sands Lock.
This is a live notice. Please check the Canal & River Trust website for the latest information. View on Canal & River Trust website.
Summary
| Type | Navigation and Towpath Closure |
| Start Date | 16 September 2026 at 10:35 |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Lock 4 Falling Sands Lock |
| Ends Location | Lock 4 Falling Sands Lock |
Updates
16 September 2026 at 10:26
Please be advised that a fallen tree is currently blocking navigation and the towpath before Falling Sands Lock, near What3Words location ///rocky.sunk.saying.
Our contractors have been notified, as the obstruction is too large for the local team to remove safely. They will attend site as soon as possible to assess the situation and clear the blockage.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and will provide a further update once more information becomes available.