Nearest Village – Wanlip Village
Starts At: Lock 47 – Junction Lock
Ends At: Bridge 18 – Wanlip Road Bridge
Update on 10/08/2023:
The tree has been cleared and boaters can now proceed as normal.
Update on 09/08/2023:
Our contractors continue to deal with the tree which has come down between Junction Lock and Wanlip bridge 18 on the River Soar.
It is still partially blocking the navigation, which will prevent the passage of wide-beam boats; however, other boat users may proceed with care.
A progress update is expected on Thursday 10th August, after which we will update this notice.
Update on 08/08/2023:
Our contractors continue to deal with the tree which has come down between Junction lock and Wanlip bridge 18 on the River Soar.
It is still partially blocking the navigation, which will prevent the passage of wide-beam boats.
Other users are asked to proceed with care and we will update the website on Wednesday 9th August with further information.
Update on 07/08/2023:
Our contractors continue to deal with the tree which has come down between Junction lock and Wanlip bridge 18 on the River Soar.
It is still partially blocking the navigation, which will prevent the passage of wide-beam boats.
Other users are asked to proceed with care and we will update the website on Tuesday 8th August with further information.
Update on 04/08/2023:
Our contractors continue to deal with the tree which has come down between Junction lock and Wanlip bridge 18 on the River Soar.
It is still partially blocking the navigation, which will prevent the passage of wide-beam boats.
Other users are asked to proceed with care and we will update the website on Monday 7th August with further information.
Update on 03/08/2023:
Our contractors have been on site today, dealing with the tree which has come down between Junction lock and Wanlip bridge 18 on the River Soar. We have been advised that due to the size of the tree, a workboat is now required to complete the job.
It is still partially blocking the navigation, which will prevent the passage of wide-beam boats.
Other users are asked to proceed with care and we will update the website tomorrow afternoon or as soon as we have further information.
RESTRICTION (Tuesday 1 August 2023 until further notice)
A tree has come down between Junction lock and Wanlip bridge 18 on the River Soar.
It is partially blocking the navigation, which will prevent the passage of wide-beam boats.
Other users are asked to proceed with care.
