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Leicestershire canal to temporarily reopen as water levels rise - BBC News

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Image shows the rows of locks at Foxton Locks. There is green grass either side of the locks and people walking and standing on both sides of it. The front of a red barge boat can be seen approaching the first lock.

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Leicestershire canal to temporarily reopen following water level improvements

Overview

A stretch of canal in Leicestershire, including Foxton Locks, is set to temporarily reopen to boats from 22 to 24 October after an improvement in water levels. The Canal and River Trust stated that the short opening will help transfer water northwards to protect sensitive habitats and support water levels further along the canal, though the locks will otherwise remain closed due to limited water resources.

Key points

  • Foxton Locks will temporarily reopen to boat navigation from 22 to 24 October between 10:00 and 15:00 BST.
  • The temporary reopening aims to transfer water northwards to support an environmentally-sensitive site of special scientific interest.
  • The Canal and River Trust noted that water levels remain very limited, preventing a longer reopening of the Leicester line.
  • Water levels will be closely monitored, and the last boats will be admitted at 14:15 on each of the opening days.
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