Notice

Chertsey Lock breakdown 2023: river closure notice

Published 22 September 2023

This notice was withdrawn on

Closure notice no longer in force.

When

6pm Sunday 24 September 2023 until further notice

Where

Chertsey Lock

Details

Emergency lock closure at Chertsey Lock.

Chertsey Lock tail gate (non-lock office side) has significant movement in its anchor plate, raising concerns that the gate will become loose.

Chertsey Lock will be closed as of 6pm on Sunday 24 September 2023 until further notice so that contractors can undertake repairs. At this present moment, it is unclear when repairs will be completed, and all options are being considered.

Our asset management teams are working with our suppliers to programme the necessary refurbishment of the lock gate anchoring system and we will update our River Thames: restrictions and closures page with further information when possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused because of this closure and thank all river users for their patience.