PERSHORE lock is to remain closed until February next year as major repair works take place.

The announcement came days after the lock was closed, on Monday, December 15.

During the closure, which should last until February 27, works on the weir bull nose and upper mooring will be undertaken.

Booked passages may be possible, please contact the on call number 0300 999 2010, at least a week in advance to book a passage.

Due to the closure of Pershore lock nearby Nafford Lock, near Eckington, will no longer be closed.