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Low water levels reduce call-outs

THE RIVER CANAL RESCUE (RCR) reports it responded to 123 major incidents in 2025—emergency situations involving mainly grounded boats—less than the 171 reported in 2024.

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Published: 25 February 2026

Quick repair on the Winkwell

IT'S THE WINKWELL SWING BRIDGE that has had a quick repair.

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Published: 25 February 2026

Very limited use of Keadby Lock on the tidal Trent

THE OBSTRUCTION BLOCKING THE USE of Keadby River gates has been removed.

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Published: 23 February 2026

New paddles received for Glasson Branch

THE NEW PADDLES that were required for Lock 4 on the Glasson Branch have been received and work has started on their installation.

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Published: 23 February 2026

Weaver bridge repairs completed

THE REPAIRS TO THE Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge have been completed ahead of schedule.

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Published: 23 February 2026

Rubble still closes flight

AS WE REPORTED, a load of rubble was illegally tipped into the Walsall Lock Flight.

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Published: 23 February 2026

Victor tells booking to attend Crick Show is causing complaints

I RECKON WE DID CRICK SHOW a favour by publishing all its admission rates for visitors and trade.

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Published: 21 February 2026

Incinerator replacement will affect navigation

ALL WHO HAVE CRUISED THE Trent & Mersey Canal through Stoke can hardly miss its incinerator.

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Published: 20 February 2026

Ware Lock on Lee Navigation to remain closed

THERE IS STILL NO DECISION made regarding the repair to Ware Lock on the Lee Navigation.

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Published: 20 February 2026

The real need for cameras

ANOTHER BRIDGE THAT SUFFERS from vehicle impacts is the Stone Chimney Bridge over the Lancaster Canal.

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Published: 20 February 2026

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