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Basingstoke Canal

◍ Surrey & Hampshire

32 miles
29 locks

A beautifully restored canal and haven for wildlife, climbing the Deepcut flight through wooded Surrey heathland – one of the loveliest waters in the south.

Current closures & stoppages

2 live navigation notices affecting the Basingstoke Canal.

  • Closure 2026-10-26 – 2027-03-31

    Repair of stop plank groove and towpath wall — Hampshire Pound: Chequers Bridge (Crookham Wharf) downstream to Poulters Bridge (Zephon Common Lane)

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  • Restriction 2026-10-12 – 2027-04-13

    Scotland Bridge Road Car Park — Scotland Bridge Road Car Park

    Read the notice →

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