Bridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge to just past Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge

Navigation RestrictionPublished

Bridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge to just past Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge

Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

Type

Navigation Restriction

Reason

Event

Region

Wales and South West

Last update

Fri, Aug 7

Timing

Fri, Aug 28 → Sun, Aug 30

Affected location

Gloucester & Sharpness Canal

Bridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge to Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge

Update history

Fri, Aug 7

A rowing event will be taking place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August 2026 on the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal. The event will be taking place from 8:00am until 6:00pm on both days.

This will take place between Bridge 21, Netheridge Swing Bridge to just past Bridge 22, Hempsted Road Swing Bridge.

The navigation will be open but subjected to restrictions whilst the events are happening. Please slow down and approach the area with caution and follow any instructions given by the event stewards and staff.

The visitor moorings between these bridges will be suspended from Friday 28th August 2026 until Sunday 30th August 2026.

This event is subject to water resources available closer the event date.

Conditions can change. Check local signage and the latest official notice before travelling.

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