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Fossdyke Navigation

◍ Lincolnshire

11 miles
1 lock

Dug by the Romans and still in use, England’s oldest canal runs across the flat Lincolnshire landscape from the Trent to historic Lincoln.

Current closures & stoppages

2 live navigation notices affecting the Fossdyke Navigation.

  • Advice 2026-09-01 – 2026-09-28

    A short section of the River Trent including the western approach to Torksey Lock Eastern approach to Torksey Lock - Fossdyke Canal Saxilby Village - Fossdyke Canal High Bridge, Lincoln City - River Witham Holland Fen - River Witham

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  • Restriction 2025-11-15

    Woodcocks Bridge 4C

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