Cookham Lock Tree Removal 2026: river restriction notice
Published 26 June 2026
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When
9am Thursday 2 July to 12pm Friday 3 July 2026.
Where
Cookham Lock.
Details
A large Sycamore tree next to Cookham Lock chamber needs to be removed due to concerns regarding its safety.
Specialist tree surgeons will remove the tree over a two-day period to safeguard our customers.
Passage through the lock will be restricted during this period. Customers will be able to pass through during the contractor’s lunch period on 2 July 2026 (12pm – 1pm) and after 4pm on 2 July 2026.
Updates will be posted on our guidance page River Thames: restrictions and closures - GOV.UK as soon as the work progresses.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate river users for their patience as we compete this safety critical work.