THERE IS TO BE A NUMBER of lock closures on the Thames this winter.
With the Environment Agency telling there will be closures between November and March to undertake winter works, with agency telling:
Programme of investment
"The Environment Agency is planning a significant programme of investment across the river that will require the temporary closure of a number of locks to navigation while works are undertaken.
"We're working to maximise the investment that can be delivered through our existing contractor framework, coordinating works wherever possible to make the best use of available resources and funding."
Affected locks
The locks that will be affected are Abingdon, Hambledon, Marsh, Cookham (pictured) and Boulters locks will all be closed at varying times during the winter months.