'Dry' July sees Crinan Canal water levels fall

However, for boats with a draft of 2.2 metres or more, entry to the canal can only be made after giving 48-hours’ notice, and vessels with a draft of more than 2.4 metres can only be admitted on Fridays or Saturdays and after giving prior notification to the local operations team.

A statement from Scottish Canals said: “Due to ongoing dry weather Scottish Canals advise customers on the Crinan Canal of some alterations to normal service to be implemented from Saturday August 3. 

“Please note that we will hold single vessels to make effective use of the lock. Where a single craft “splits” from a group that vessel may also be held for a period to join another locking.

“We will endeavour not to cause undue delay and hope that your co-operation will help us maintain levels of service throughout the summer period.”

For more information and advice Crinan Canal customers can email transitcrinan@scottishcanals.co.uk or telephone one of the following local numbers: Canal Office – 01546 603 210 Ardrishaig Sea Lock – 01546 602 458 Crinan Sea Lock – 01546 830 285.

Scottish Canals website www.scottishcanals.co.uk/boating/ongoing-works provides information relating to all ongoing works and restrictions.