Lock 81, Hamstead Lock
Update on 05/06/2023:
Further to the notice below, we are pleased to advise that Hamstead Lock 81 has now been repaired and is fully operational.
NAVIGATION CLOSURE (1pm Sunday 4 June 2023 until further notice)
We are sorry to advise that the bottom lock gates at Hamstead Lock has sustained damage which has resulted in both paddles controlling water pressure becoming unusable.
Unfortunately, this means that the lock is currently closed.
Our teams are currently assessing the damage and repair.
We will update this notice as soon as we have further information.