Navigation: Open, Towpath: Open River Witham Location: Lock 1, Stamp End Lock, Lincoln, River Witham Starts At: Bridge 4 Ends At: Bridge 7 Update on 23/12/2019: After discussion with our contractors, it has been decided to defer the implementation phase of the refurbishment of the guillotine gate at Stamp End Lock until winter 2020/21. This closure is therefore […]
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Remember CO Alarms are now compulsory
From April 2019 it became compulsory to have a CO alarm fitted to pass the Boat Safety Examination. But don’t wait until your next BSS Exam, fit a CO alarm this winter before you go cruising in 2020. CO is the silent killer, first making you sleepy then killing you. Like the couple on the […]
Does your Boat Safety Examiner have insurance?
At the recent Association of Waterways Cruising Clubs meeting, we were informed that the Boat Safety Scheme have not been checking that the examiners they authorise to issue certificates are insured, and a number of boaters had had issues with uninsured examiners. You should always ask your examiner for evidence that they have appropriate insurance […]
Torksey lock notice
Notice Alert Intersection of: Lock 1, Torksey Lock to Lock 1, Torksey Lock on Fossdyke Canal and Lock 4, Boston Lock to Lock 4, Boston Lock on River Witham Friday 8 November 2019 until further notice Type: Navigation Closure Reason: Water resources Original message: Due to the increase of water between Torksey Lock 1 on […]
Torksey Lock Closed until further notice
Check out before sailing Notice Alert Fossdyke Canal Starts At: Lock 1, Torksey Lock Ends At: Lock 1, Torksey Lock Tuesday 15 October 2019 until further notice Type: Navigation Closure Reason: Water resources Original message: Due to the flood levels rising and the current high tides, we have had to close Torksey Flood Gates. Boaters will not […]
Equinox are the winners of the 2019 Treasure Hunt
The weather couldn’t have been better for the 2019 Treasure Hunt last Sunday, 5 boats took part, first having to find the hidden clues hidden around the water at Burton Waters, which meant skippers using their helming skill to the full, a particular mention goes to Paul Williams a novice skipper who has only had […]
Last chance to sign up for the Treasure Hunt – Sunday Afternoon 8th September
Ahoy shipmates, we need to know ASAP if you wish to take part in the on water Treasure Hunt next Sunday afternoon 8th September. An afternoon to test the grey matter of the crew and the helming skills of the Skipper. If you successfully decipher the clues you will end up at the super secret […]
Notice of September opening times
See the latest notices for September opening times for Boston and Torksey lock, just added to the website Notice board
Check out the new notices on the web site
New notices are added regularly to our notice board to keep you informed of events and disruptions to the waterways near us Keep checking back on your favourite website
Brayford Belle Cruise – 10th August
Just a reminder that the Brayford Belle trip is this Saturday, she sails at 1745 hours so be there early to ensure we are all aboard Bring your fancy cocktail Snack food is provided on board