16 of 2022 - Prolonged Dry Weather Situation

Due to the prolonged period of dry weather and the resulting low flows in the River Medway, we will be restricting the use at some of our sites to preserve water within the waterway. This will enable navigation to continue while protecting strategic water abstractions.

The restrictions will be as follows, and will last until further notice:

• With immediate effect, Allington Lock will be operated at High Water, during daylight hours only.
• From Monday 15th August, Hampstead Lock and Tonbridge Town Lock will be assisted passage only. These locks will be staffed by our team at 9am, 12 noon, and 3pm each day.

At our other sites, we ask that river users voluntarily share locks where possible to reflect these challenging times.