Lock 102 Garston Lock on the Kennet & Avon Canal

Further to the notice below, please be advised that Garston Lock remains fully operational.

As a result, any planned works are currently on hold and will not proceed at this time unless further issues are encountered.

We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates should circumstances change.

Thank you for your understanding.  

Further to the notice below, we are pleased to advise that Garston Lock will remain open over the summer period.

There remains a risk of further deterioration to the lock cill however we can confirm that it has remained stable, with no observed deterioration over the past three weeks of continued operation.

Contingency arrangements are in place and in the event of any failure resources will be mobilised immediately to respond and carry out necessary works.

A site meeting is scheduled for Friday 12th June to assess the condition and to prepare for a planned stoppage which is currently anticipated to take place in late October.

Further details will be communicated in advance of these works.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

You are welcome to contact us at enquiries.walessouthwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk or 03030 404040 if you would like to discuss this information with a member of our Customer Service Team.