URGENT: Notice to Mariners 12 of 2025 – Closure of Allington Lock

Due to a mechanical failure of one of the lock collars, Allington Lock is closed with immediate effect.

We are currently awaiting an emergency engineer visit to assess the situation and plan the necessary repairs.

We will keep you informed with updates as they become available and sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused.

Medway Navigation Team
Environment Agency | Lock House, Allington Lock, Castle Road, Allington, ME16 0LU

www.therivermedway.co.uk 

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