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River Ancholme

◍ North Lincolnshire

19 miles
2 locks

A straight, quiet Lincolnshire river running north from Bishopbridge to the Humber at Ferriby Sluice - largely lock-free cruising under big Fenland skies, managed by the Environment Agency.

Current closures & stoppages

4 live navigation notices affecting the River Ancholme.

  • Restriction

    Cadney Bridge Area - Loose Scaffold Poles

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  • Closure

    Harlem Hill Lock - Emergency Closure: Due to a faulty paddle allowing significant leakage to cause lowering water levels upstream of the lock, Harlem Hill Lock is closed until further notice. Please b

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  • Restriction

    Low Water Levels - River Ancholme

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  • Restriction

    South Ferriby Lock - Blockage within Lock Chamber

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