Canal Works & Updates

Keep up to date with all the latest canal works across the network. From improvements to stoppages, everything you need to know is here! If you spot any navigation issues on and around the canal network, please email reportanavissue@scottishcanals.co.uk.

The Caledonian Canal Reopens for Sea to Sea Transits

Scottish Canals is pleased to confirm that the Caledonian Canal will be re-open from 22nd July 2020, and we look forward to welcoming our…

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F&C Towpath Closure at Hungryside Bridge – 3rd Party Works

Due to essential 3rd party maintenance works, a section of the towpath on the Forth & Clyde Canal will be closed at Hungryside Bridge…

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Spiers Wharf Towpath Closure – 3rd Party Works

Due to essential 3rd party maintenance works, a section of the towpath on the Forth & Clyde Canal will be closed between Applecross Street…

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Prince Charlie Aqueduct Steps

Update 6th April Please note that due to government guidance surrounding COVID-19, works have been temporarily suspended. This project will be complete and the…

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Winter Works at The Falkirk Wheel

The Falkirk Wheel is set to be drained of water as annual maintenance works get underway to ensure the world’s only rotating boat lift keeps…

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Wilcoxholm Embankment works

Update Friday 21st August The stop planks have been removed today at Manse Road Bridge 43, reopening the canal to boat traffic in this…

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Crinan Canal temporary closure to through traffic

Update 21 November 2019 We are pleased to announce that following works undertaken by Scottish Canals staff, the sluice door on Crinan sea lock…

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Ratho Third Party Works

Please note that due to third party works in Ratho on Thursday 21st November, the Union Canal and towpath will be closed between 10am…

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Dumbarton Road Swing Bridge Third Party Works

Please note that due to third party works on the swing bridge off Dumbarton Road from the 4th-6th November, the bridge will not run…

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