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  • Deep-dive rescue reopens historic Bevere Lock

    Deep-dive rescue reopens historic Bevere Lock

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    BOATERS can once again navigate the River Severn between Stourport and Gloucester after vital repairs reopened Bevere Lock, near Worcester. An inspection discovered a faulty paddle on the 183-year-old lock that was preventing it from filling properly, impacting boaters travelling between Stourport and Gloucester. The fault, located below the waterline, required the assistance of specialist…

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  • Major repair work underway on 180-year-old Worcester lock

    Major repair work underway on 180-year-old Worcester lock

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    The Canal & River Trust is carrying out essential repairs to Diglis Small Lock on the River Severn in Worcester. The top and bottom oak gates of the 180-year-old lock are being repaired as part of ongoing work to maintain and improve the structure for boaters navigating the river.  Conservation work to the lock’s Victorian…

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