Skip the primary navigation if you do not want to read it as the next section.
Skip the main content if you do not want to read it as the next section.
Publication Date: 02 April 2008
Old Bedford River
We understand that although the Old Bedford Sluice is now operational the Old Bedford River on the non-tidal side of the sluice is un-navigable. Reports suggest that the depth of water there is less than 6 inches due to accumulation of silt.
Closure of Welch's Dam sluice
The Environment Agency has announced the closure of Welch's Dam sluice, between the 40-foot Drain (Vermuyden's Drain) and the Old Bedford river on the Middle Level Navigations, until further notice due to problems with leakage through the vee doors.
Enquiries - Environment Agency Waterways Team; 08708 506 506
