Waterway Notices / Lock 1-Lock 8 Ryders Green lock flight

Due to ongoing vandalism at Ryders Green Lock Flight, which is causing significant water losses and impacting water levels across the Birmingham Level, the flight will be closed to navigation. To allow boats currently on the flight to clear the affected section, the last passage will take place today at 12:00pm. Following this passage, the lock flight will be closed until further notice. The closure is necessary to help protect water resources and maintain navigation levels across the wider network. Our teams are monitoring the situation and working to minimise the impact on customers and the network. Updates will be provided as further information becomes available. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank customers for their patience and understanding.