Archive Notices

18/01/2010 - 01/02/2010

NOTICE is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the upper river (Grantchester to Bishop’s Mill) and middle river (Bishop’s and Newnham Mills to Jesus Lock) will be suspended from 8am on Monday 18 January 2010 until 5pm on Monday 1 February 2010. The river is being lowered to allow essential repair works to be undertaken to the river retaining wall at Trinity College. River users are requested to remove their boats wherever practicable from the river.

Vessel for Sale: G7602 ‘HI SAFARI’

Tenders have now closed.

Abandoned Boat for Reclaim - VLAANDEREN

Tenders have now closed.

15/10/2009

NOTICE is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on that part of the River Cam at Jesus Lock, Cambridge, will be suspended from 8am until 7pm on Thursday 15th October 2009. This suspension of navigation is to allow for further modifications to be made to the upstream set of v-doors. The lock will be out of action between these times.

The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

27/10/2009

NOTICE is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on that part of the River Cam at Baits Bite Lock, Milton, will be suspended from 8am until 5pm on Tuesday 27th October 2009 and Wednesday 28th October 2009.

This suspension of navigation is for essential maintenance works. The lock will be out of action between these times.

05/11/2009

NOTICE is hereby given under Section 25 of the 1922 River Cam Conservancy Act (byelaw 3) that navigation on the River Cam between the Fort St George Public House and Cutter Ferry footbridge will be suspended between the hours of 19.00 hr and 20.00 hr on Thursday 5th November 2009. This suspension of navigation is to ensure public safety during the annual fireworks display at Midsummer Common. River users must follow the marshals’ instructions in attendance.

The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused

02/11/2009

The AINA annual conference will take place on the 2nd November 2009. This conference will appeal to all waterway stakeholders including those working for navigation authorities, local authorities, officials within government departments, and waterway user groups; in addition to those engaged more widely across all elements of the third sector including organisations which promote and facilitate volunteering, volunteering managers and volunteers themselves.
Visit www.aina.org.uk for more information.
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24/08/2009 - 28/08/2009

Please be advised that contractors will be cutting the grass along the riverbanks adjacent to the Halingway towpath between Chesterton and Clayhithe Bridge , Monday 24 August to Friday 28 August inclusive.
The Conservators apologise for any inconvenience caused by these maintenance works.

British Waterways Wildlife Survey

British Waterways has launched its 2009 British Waterways Wildlife Survey (see http://www.waterscape.com/wildlifesurvey). Sightings on or near the River Cam can be included in this survey by filling out the online submission form.
There is more information about the Survey in the accompanying leaflet which can be viewed at http://www.waterscape.com/media/documents/22046.pdf.
You may record any sightings up to 31 October 2009. A £100 prize can be won for the best picture of a bumblebee beside the waterway taken by a professional or amateur photographer. Children can submit pictures of any wildlife on or near the waterway to win prizes as well.

03/09/2009 - 04/09/2009

Please be advised that the EA Fisheries Team is intending to conduct two more half-day fish population surveys of the River Cam as follows:

1. Thursday 3rd September - A14 road bridge adjacent to Poplar Hall Farm.
2. Friday 4th September - upstream of Clayhithe Bridge , Waterbeach.

The surveys will take place between 7.30am and 11am. Two nets will be stretched across the river from bank to bank and there will be personnel in the water. Navigators are asked to proceed with caution and follow the instructions given to them by the personnel in attendance.
For further information about this survey, please contact the EA Fisheries Team at Brampton , telephone 08708 506 506.
Thank you for your cooperation.

27/08/2009

This suspension of navigation is to allow further engineering works to be undertaken to the upstream set of v-doors. The lock will be out of action between these times.

The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

28/08/2009

Please be advised that the EA Fisheries Team is intending to conduct the second stage of its annual fish population survey of the River Cam at Long Reach, downstream of the railway bridge, on Friday 28 August, 7.30am to 12 noon. Two nets will be stretched across the river from bank to bank and there will be personnel in the water. Navigators are asked to proceed with caution.

Further dates at other sampling points are to be confirmed. For further information, please contact the EA Fisheries Team at Brampton:
Telephone 08708 506 506

11/08/2009

Please be advised that the EA Fisheries Team is intending to conduct its annual fish population survey of the River Cam at Midsummer Common, Tuesday 11 August, 8am to 1pm. Two nets will be stretched across the river from bank to bank and there will be personnel in the water. Navigators are asked to proceed with caution.

Further dates at other sampling points are to be confirmed.

For further information, please contact the EA Fisheries Team at Brampton , telephone 08708 506 506.

31/07/2009 - 04/08/2009

NOTICE given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that the suspension of navigation on that part of the River Cam at Jesus Lock, Cambridge, will remain suspended from 5pm on Friday 31st July 2009 until 4pm on Tuesday 4th August 2009 inclusive.

This suspension of navigation has been extended to complete the refurbishment works to the lock gates and cills. The lock will be out of action between these times.

The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

19/06/2009 - 31/07/2009

NOTICE is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on that part of the River Cam at Jesus Lock, Cambridge, will be suspended from 9am on Friday 19th June 2009 until 5pm on Friday 31st July 2009 inclusive. This suspension of navigation is for the removal and replacement of the wooden v-doors. The lock will be out of action between these times.

24/06/2009 - 25/06/2009

Please be aware that divers will be carrying out inspections at Bottisham Sluice & Bottisham Pumping Station (near Bottisham Lock) on Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th June 2009. The locations of the work does not affect the navigation channel, this is just for your information only.

A safety boat will be used and positioned between the divers and the navigable channel, signage will be deployed and existing physical barriers will be used to segregate divers from any possible conflict with boat traffic. Water levels may be slightly altered on the day of the inspections to ensure safe working conditions for the divers, but we do not anticipate that this will cause any inconvenience to waterways users.

For further information please call the Environment Agency on 08708 506 506 between 9am and 5pm (Mon – Fri) and ask for the Waterways Team in the Anglian Region.
The Agency regrets any inconvenience caused. PDF>>

13 - 15/05/2009

Please be advised that contractors will be cutting the grass along the riverbanks adjacent to the Halingway towpath between Chesterton and Clayhithe Bridge, Wednesday 13 May to Friday 15 May inclusive. The Conservators apologise for any inconvenience caused by these maintenance works.

22/04/2009

River users are advised that that navigation on the River Cam at Baits Bite Lock, Milton, will be suspended from 8am to 6pm on Wednesday 22nd April 2009. This suspension of navigation is for essential maintenance works. The lock will be out of action between these times.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

PDF>>

06/04/2009 - 09/04/2009

Users of the Halingway towpath are advised that contractors will be undertaking tree reduction works between Baits Bite Lock and Clayhithe Bridge from Monday 6 April to Thursday 9 April 2009 inclusive. Warning signs and barrier tape will be in place. For your safety, please follow the instructions of the contractors before proceeding along the towpath.

For further information, contact Town & Country Tree Surgery Company, telephone 01223 240396.

Thank you for your attention.

28/02/2009

Would users of the Middle River please note that the Cambridge University RAG Appeal is holding a charity Duck Race downstream of Magdalene Bridge on Saturday 28 February. The race will commence at approximately 3pm and run for up to an hour, depending on the flow conditions and wind speed/direction. No suspension of navigation has been granted, but we should be grateful if river users could assist the event organisers in keeping traffic movements to a minimum during the race.

For more information on the 2009 University RAG visit www.cambridgerag.org.uk

February 2009

Update to the EA’s programme ( PDF) >>
Navigation Closure Notice for the River Great Ouse with exact dates for Eaton Socon, Brownshill, Brampton , Cardington and Isleham locks, as stated on the Winter closure programme issued in October 2008. Please note the duration of the Brownshill closure has been reduced therefore the start date has now been put back to 9 February 2009. Please also note that during the Brownshill closure duration access will also be restricted through Hermitage Lock to 2 days a week. A separate Restriction Notice will be issued shortly advertising the dates when Hermitage lock will be open. If you need any further details please do not hesitate to contact the Waterways Team on 08708 506 506 stating that you are in the Anglian Region.

Mon 15th - Tues 16th December

There will be a lowering at King’s Mill Weir and Byron’s Pool for a period of up to 48 hours. If there is a significant amount of rainfall at this time it may be possible that an extension to this lowering period will be required to allow the field drainage works to be completed. We should not expect the river to be held at a low level beyond Friday 19 December at the latest.

26/08/08 - 19/12/08

Refurbishment works will be commencing at Denver Sluice, from Monday 26th August until approximately 19th December 2008.

From 26th August to 12th October 2008 work is programmed to be carried out on the Sluice gates on the tidal side of the structure and will not affect navigation. However, you are advised to approach the area with caution and take note of any instructions issued by staff on site.

From 13th October to 19th December 2008 work is programmed to be carried out on the lock guillotine gate structures. This may affect navigation. You are advised to approach the area with extreme caution and take note of any instructions issued by staff on site. If it is required to close the lock a further Navigation Notice will be issued.

For further information please contact the Denver Lock Keeper on 01366 382013 or Mervyn Day on 07889 111829.
In case of emergency please call the Environment Agency on 0800 80 70 60.

The Agency regrets any inconvenience caused. Irven Forbes
(PDF)

Tree Maintenance

Towpath users please note:

Annual tree maintenance works are to commence along Long Reach, Monday 24th November until Monday 8th December inclusive. Please follow signage and instructions. Your progress may be delayed at times.
Town & Country Tree Surgery ~ Telephone: 01223 240396

EA Job Opportunity

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05/11/08 ( Bonfire Night)

NOTICE is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam River Cam between the Fort St George Public House and Cutter Ferry footbridge will be suspended between the hours of 19.00 hr and 20.00 hr on Wednesday 5th November 2008.

This suspension of navigation is to ensure public safety during the annual fireworks display at Midsummer Common. River users must follow the marshals’ instructions in attendance.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Boat owners please read this PDF letter from the council: PDF>>

27/10/2008 and 28/10/2008

River users are advised that that navigation on the River Cam at Baits Bite Lock, Milton, will be suspended from 8am to 5pm on Monday 27th October 2008 and Tuesday 28th October 2008.

This suspension of navigation is for essential maintenance works. The lock will be out of action between these times.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Warning to navigators, Riverside, River Cam, Tuesday 19 August 2008

Please be advised that on Tuesday 19 August 2008 contractors will be lifting two Portakabins from Riverside onto sectional barges. These are to be transported downstream to Cantabrigian Rowing Club and then off-loaded onto the hard standing in front of the club house. The first Portakabin is to be transferred onto its barge at approximately 8.30am and the second will be transferred a couple of hours later. The contractors are hoping to complete the transfer and to be off the water by around 3pm.

Navigators are warned to take care in the vicinity of Riverside , between the Museum of Technology and Cantabrigian Rowing Club, and to keep a lookout for the barges and tug. For your own safety, please seek the permission of the contractors before attempting to pass these vessels.

07/09/2008

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam along The Backs, on that section of the River between the Mathematical Bridge and Kitchen Bridge, will be suspended from 7am until 12noon on Sunday 7th September 2008.

This suspension of navigation is to allow a film production company to use the river. Navigation will be interrupted for short periods during these times. River users are requested to observe the instructions given by the film company.

23/09/2008

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam, on that section of the River between Victoria Bridge and Cutter Ferry footbridge, will be suspended from 7pm until 8.30pm on Tuesday 23rd September 2008.

This suspension of navigation is to allow a Duck Race to take place. The race is being organised by Cambridge Building Society to raise monies for local charities. River users are requested to observe the instructions given by the marshals in attendance.

Ducks can be purchased £1 each from any branch of CBS.

The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

02/09/2008 - Partial Suspension of Navigation

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam adjacent to Riverside, between Saxon Road and the Museum of Technology, will be partially suspended on Tuesday 2nd September 2008 between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

Tree surgeons will be undertaking reduction works to trees on the left (Chesterton) bank. River users are requested to proceed with caution and to observe the warning signs and instructions given by the contractors in attendance.

07/07/08 - 25/07/08

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam under the Bridge of Sighs, adjacent to St John’s College, will be partially suspended between Monday 7th July and has been extended until Friday 25th July 2008 inclusive.

Scaffolding will be in place above the bridge so that contractors can undertake repair works to the roof of the bridge. River users are requested to proceed with caution and to observe the instructions given by the contractors in attendance. (pdf)

Town Bumping Races

River users are advised that the 2008 Town ‘Bumps’ will be taking place on the river Cam as follows:

Tuesday 22 July to Friday 25 July
Racing will start at 5.30pm each day
Divisions will to leave Baits Bite at 5.30pm, 6.10pm, 6.45pm, 7.25pm, 8.05pm and 8.45pm

All races will take place between Baits Bite Lock and Chesterton (i.e. crews will be racing upstream).

Vessels may navigate between these divisions upon the instruction of the race marshals only. At other times, vessels must proceed with due caution on account of the large number of rowing vessels on the river. If in doubt, contact one of the marshals positioned on the towpath or at the station at the Penny Ferry, Chesterton.

In the event of an emergency incident, telephone the Conservancy office 9am to 5pm (01223 863785) or River Foreman out of office hours (07802 862711).

Thank you for your cooperation.

Email Service Fully Functional

We are pleased to announce that the disruption to email and internet services at the main office at Baits Bite Lock has now been rectified.

GLOW OF LIGHT

This Category 36 vessel was offered for sale (under Byelaw 11.4) by sealed tender if not reclaimed by 4 February 2008. It was being sold ‘as seen’ and it is held in the Conservators’ Depot at Clayhithe Bridge, Horningsea, CB25 9JB. Viewing is by appointment only; telephone the River Foreman, 01223 860484.
Sealed tenders should be sent to the River Manager at the address below in an envelope marked ‘vessel tender’, to arrive no later than 4 February 2008.

The Conservators are not bound to accept the highest or any tender received. Please note that the registration fee for the vessel will have to paid before it is released.

26/06/2008 - 17/07/2008

Temporary Restriction of Recreational Waterway (pdf)

2008 Review of the Conservators’ Mooring Policy

At their meeting on 10th April 2008, the Conservators made the following decisions at the four locations under review:

1. Riverside Walkway.
Conservators agreed that enforcement should rest with the riparian owner. Conservators resolved to maintain their current Mooring Policy, which reads: Paragraph 2(c) Prohibit mooring along both banks save for those boats in registration categories 1-12 and the punt station at the public house.

2. Riverside retaining wall.
Conservators resolved, unanimously, to defer the proposed prohibition on mooring until October 2009. Conservators’ officers are to liaise with the City Council regarding a programme of sympathetic tree management to improve navigation sight-lines along this reach of the river. The time period between now and October 2009 is to be used by the Conservators’ officers to gather evidence, proactively, on collisions and near-misses in order to ascertain the degree of risk and to establish whether any such incidents can be directly attributable to the presence moored vessels at Riverside. Until the time of the review in October 2009, mooring arrangements are to remain unchanged.

3. Victoria Bridge to Eights Marina (Midsummer Common).
Conservators resolved, unanimously, to defer any seasonal ban on the prohibition of mooring between Victoria Bridge and Eights Marina until October 2009 when a new decision would be taken based on evidence of risk created by the moored vessels (in alignment with Riverside, above). The time period between now and then is to be used by the Conservators’ officers to gather evidence on collisions and near-misses.

4. Jesus Green Frontage.
The Conservators resolved that their prohibition on mooring along the frontage should be removed with immediate effect, save the area within the 36 metre byelaw limit of Jesus Lock, so allowing the City Council (as landowner) to exert its riparian rights and enforce its own mooring policy.

MOTORISED PUNTS ON UPPER RIVER CAM TO BE BANNED

The Conservators of the River Cam have decided to refuse an application for the use of motorised punts on the ‘upper’ River Cam (Granta), the section of river running from Grantchester to King’s Mill Weir in Cambridge. The Conservators’ decision also establishes a clear policy for this section of the river, restricting navigation to manually propelled craft only. Motorised craft will only be allowed access for essential maintenance and emergency response.

Members of the public had expressed concerns about the proposed scheme to operate a ‘water bus’ shuttle service between the City Centre and Grantchester. This stretch of the river Cam is a unique recreational amenity for Cambridge residents and visitors. The decision taken by the Conservators will ensure that the river’s traditional charm and ecology will be preserved.

The ‘upper’ River Cam is currently used by members of the public for punting, swimming, canoeing, fishing and walking. The decision taken by the Conservators will ensure that these activities may continue in the future.
See PDF for printable version of this Media Release.

2008 Review of the Conservators’ Mooring Policy (PDF)

The Conservators of the River Cam are carrying out a review of certain aspects of their mooring policy. The policy was devised with the objective of providing a safe navigation. It was last reviewed in 2004. In the intervening period, various comments have been received which have lead to the Conservators to the conclusion that a review should focus on four areas in particular where the current mooring policy may require some modification. These areas are:

Riverside Walkway (between Quayside and Thompson’s Lane)
Riverside (between Elizabeth Way road bridge and Stourbridge Common)
Midsummer Common (between Victoria Bridge and Eights Marina )
Jesus Green Frontage (between Thompson’s Lane and Jesus Lock)

The revised review can be viewed/printed in pdf form here >>

The Conservators are inviting comment from a wide range of stakeholders on the proposed options in the review document. The deadline for written responses is Friday 14th March 2008, to be returned to the River Manager at Baits Bite Lock, Fen Road, Milton, Cambridge CB24 6AF or via email

The findings from this survey will be incorporated into a report which will be taken to the meeting of the Conservators on Thursday 10th April 2008.’

18/02/2008 - 07/03/2008

Please be advised that there will be an extension to the lowering of that section of the River Cam upstream of King’s Mill Weir (the Upper River) from Monday 3rd March 2008 to Friday 7th March 2008 inclusive in order for contractors, on behalf of Cambridge City Council, to complete maintenance and improvement works to Bishop’s Mill Sluices, Cambridge.
PDF

Boat Race - 29/03/2008

The 2008 Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race took place on Saturday March 29th at 17:15hr. For full details of the race, this years crew and all the latest news vist the official website at www.theboatrace.org.

Water Bus Proposal

The Conservators have received a preliminary proposal for a water bus to operate on the ‘Upper River’ Cam between King’s Mill Weir and Grantchester. The Conservators have requested more information from the applicants prior to a decision being taken at their next meeting at the Guildhall on 10th April.
At present, motorised vessels are only allowed on the Upper River with the permission of the Conservators’ ‘Control Officer’ (River Manager) under the terms of Byelaw 5.1.
The proposal put forward to date is for two wide-beam (‘ferry’) punts to be fitted with silent electric motors. They will be capable of travelling at a maximum of 4 mph. A regular shuttle service is envisaged between the City and Grantchester between 9am and 7pm, 7 days a week. There may be pick-up and set-down points along the route. Each punt could carry a maximum of 12 passengers with a competent skipper.

Cam Clean Up - 15/03/2008

Join us for the great Cam clean-up Saturday 15th March from 10.00am. Do your bit for the environment while enjoying a day by our beautiful river.
See PDF for more details >>

Tree Pollarding Works along the Halingway (Baits Bite to Clayhithe)

There will be some delays between Baits Bite Lock and Clayhithe Bridge between Monday 14th January and Wednesday 20th February whilst tree works are carried out along the Halingway towpath.
For your safety, please follow instructions issued by the contractors, Town & Country Tree Surgery (telephone 01223 240396).

05/12/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam adjacent to Riverside will be suspended between 08:00 hrs and 20:00 hrs on Wednesday 5th December 2007. This is to allow bridge engineers to lift the span for the new Riverside Bridge into place.

Navigation may be suspended for short periods on the following days also:

Monday 3rd December 2007
Tuesday 4th December 2007
Thursday 6th December 2007
Friday 7th December 2007

Navigation will not be possible during the main lift on 5th December 2007. At other times, traffic may be permitted to proceed at intervals. River users are requested to proceed with caution and to observe the instructions given by the contractors in attendance.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

05/11/2007

There will be a disruption to navigation on the River Great Ouse for one day to enable concrete to be poured as part of the reconstruction of the rail bridge upstream of Ely. For full details see pdf.

12/11/2007 - 16/11/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam under the A14 Road Bridge will be partially suspended for five nights between 20.00 hrs and 07.00 hrs from Monday 12th November to Friday 16th November inclusive. Navigation during daylight hours should not be interrupted.
A gantry will be suspended over the river so that the Highways Agency can undertake bridge repair works. Headroom clearance may be partly reduced. River users and people using the towpath are requested to proceed with caution and to observe the instructions given by the contractors in attendance.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

17/10/2007

Would all river users note that due to unexpected technical problems, the closure of Baits Bite Lock will be extended for one additional day on Wednesday 17 October 2007 between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. This closure is due to essential maintenance works to the v-doors.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience.

Pump Out Closure - Jesus Green

The boat pump out station will be closed for refurbishment from Monday 1st October 2007 and will reopen on Wednesday 10th October 2007.

During this period the disposal of foul waste at this station will not be possible. The nearest facilities are:
EA – Pump Out, Ely
EA – Pump Out, Earith

There are public toilets at Jesus Green Lock and Chesterton Road adjoining Jubilee Gardens.

Emergency Closure 10/10/2007

The river will be closed to navigation on Wednesday 10th October 2007, to enable concrete to be poured, as part of the reconstruction of the rail bridge.
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27/09/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam at Baits Bite Lock, Milton, will be suspended from 9am until 5pm on Thursday 27th September 2007. This suspension of navigation is due to a scheduled interruption to the power supply by EDF Energy Networks who will be undertaking essential refurbishment works to power cables in the Fen Ditton area. The lock will be out of action between these times.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.
pdf

10/09/2007 - 11/09/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam along The Backs, on that section of the River between Silver Street and Magdalene Street, will be suspended from 1pm until 5pm on Monday 10th September 2007 and from 6am until 6pm on Tuesday 11th September 2007. This suspension of navigation is to allow filming to take place on the navigation. River users are requested to observe the instructions given by the production company in attendance.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

03/09/2007 - 12/10/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam at the Mill Pit will be suspended in part for the period 3rd September 2007 to 12th October 2007. This is to allow for strengthening and refurbishment works to be undertaken on King’s Mill Weir Footbridge.The navigation will be partly obstructed by scaffolding during this period. River users are advised to navigate with caution in this area.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

09/08/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam under Victoria Avenue Road Bridge will be suspended from 10.00am until 4.00pm on 9th August 2007. This suspension of navigation is to allow an under-bridge engineering inspection survey. River users are requested to observe the instructions given by the contractors in attendance.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.
pdf

16 - 17/08/2007 and 17 - 18/08/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam under the A14 Road Bridge will be suspended for two nights between the following times:

22.00 hrs on 16th August to 06.00 hrs on 17th August 2007
20.00 hrs on 17th August to 06.00 hrs on 18th August 2007

Navigation during daylight hours should not be interrupted. A gantry will be suspended over the river so that the Highways Agency can undertake bridge repair works. Headroom clearance will be partly reduced. River users are requested to proceed with caution and to observe the instructions given by the contractors in attendance.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.
pdf

River Great Ouse

The River Great Ouse at Ely, Cambridgeshire is due to reopen for navigation on the afternoon of Friday 10 August. It has been closed since a freight train derailed on a bridge spanning the river on 22nd June 2007. Since then, Network Rail has worked to remove the 11 derailed wagons and the damaged bridge. It has liaised closely with the Environment Agency to dredge the river to clear it of the aggregate which fell from the train wagons. Divers have been employed to check it is safe for river users. A new bridge which will have to be constructed is in design stage.
The river will not close when construction of the bridge starts. Instead, Network Rail will put in place a pontoon which will act like a swing bridge to allow both the transportation of plant equipment from one side of the river to the other, and let boats pass through. The pontoon will take around 15 minutes to open and close but will stay open when not in use. More details and a navigation restriction notice will be published on the Environment Agency website:
www.environment-agency.gov.uk/ when the pontoon begins to operate.
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Fisheries Survery ~ 09/07/2007 - 12/07/2007

The Environment Agency will be undertaking a routine fisheries survey of the River Cam between the City and Bottisham Lock from Monday 9th July to Thursday 12th July, mornings only. There will be personnel and nets in the river. Navigation may, at times, be interrupted. Please take note of instructions given by the EA staff in attendance. For further information on this survey, contact the EA office at Brampton (telephone 08708 506 506).
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10/07/2007 - 12/07/2007

Eaton Socon Lock will be closed from Tuesday 10th July to Thursday 12th July inclusive to allow essential improvement works to be carried out. (pdf)

22/06/2007

The River Great Ouse between Ely and Little Thetford has been closed for safety reasons following a freight derailment on the Newmarket Branch Line.
(See www.rail.co.uk/ukrail/hotnews/hotnews.html)
There is a possibility that the bridge may have been damaged by this derailment. Please note that river traffic is likely to be disrupted for a number of days. For further information on this emergency navigation closure, please contact the EA Anglian Waterways Team, telephone 08708 506 506.
pdf / picture 1 / picture 2

Grass Cutting 04/06/2007

Would towpath users kindly note that grass cutting contractors will commence mowing of the river banks along the Halingway towpath between the Penny Ferry, Chesterton, and Clayhithe Bridge the week commencing Monday 4 June. Please observe the operatives' instructions for your safety.

10/05/2007 ~ 11/05/2007

Notice is hereby given under Section 42 of the River Cam Navigation Act 1851 that navigation on the River Cam along The Backs, on that section of the River 100 metres above Kitchen Bridge to 100 metres below the Bridge of Sighs, will be suspended from 8am until 12noon on Thursday, 10th May 2007 and from 2pm until 6pm on Friday, 11th May 2007.This suspension of navigation is to allow a film production company to use the river. River users are requested to observe the instructions given by the film company.
The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

01/05/2007

Launch of Cambridgeshire Boat Watch Scheme:
The Environment Agency will officially launch the Cambridgeshire Boat Watch scheme on Tuesday 1st May, with a flotilla of boats on the River Nene and a presentation and ribbon cutting at Ferry Meadows Country Park.
For more information visit this external link to the Environment Agency.

Hermitage Lock

Please read the following pdf files for the latest Environment Agency updates regarding Hermitage Lock:

15/04/07

Temporary Suspension of Navigation: Between Jesus Lock and the Fort St George Public House, Sunday 15th April, 9:00am - 1:00pm. This is in order to allow divers safe access to the River Cam whilst assisting with the River Cam Clean Up. Apologies for any inconvenience. (pdf)

01/04/02

Bottisham Lock closure until 5th April: The Environment Agency has extended the closure period for Bottisham Lock until Thursday 5th April 2007 (pdf). For further information please contact the Environment Agency Anglian Waterways Team.
Tel: 01733 464071

15/04/07

River Cam Clean Up: Fancy doing your bit for the environment while enjoying a day by our beautiful river? Join Camboaters in a clean up of the River Cam and surrounding areas from Jesus Green to Bottisham Lock. For more details go to camboaters.co.uk or read the River Cam Clean Up Poster (pdf).
Sunday 15th April 10am - 2pm

26/03/07 - 01/04/07

Boat Fire Safety Week: To ensure that the River Cam continues to be a safe place to live, work and travel, Cambridgeshire Fire & Rescue Service have combined resources with the Conservators of the River Cam, the navigation authority for Cambridge, to support the National Boat Safety Scheme's fire safety initiative in the Cambridge City area (see boatsafetyscheme.com).

Last year in the UK one person died and four suffered serious burn injuries in five explosions and six serious fires that occurred on board cruisers and residential boats on inland waterways.
We want to prevent this from happening to you.

Cambridgeshire Fire & Rescue Service, in conjunction with the Conservators of the River Cam, are offering FREE Boat Fire Safety Checks to all boat owners and occupiers in the City. Free smoke detectors, which provide early warning of fire in the accommodation, will be given out when each Safety Check is undertaken. Service personnel will be able to highlight the potential danger areas where fires may break out and offer advice on how to reduce fire risks on board.

Boat Fire Safety Week

To arrange an appointment for the Fire Service to visit and carry out a Boat Fire Safety Check on your vessel, please call our free phone number 0800 731 7480.

21/03/2007

A special meeting of the Conservators of the River Cam has been called for 10:00am on Wednesday 21st March 2007. It is to be held in the Robin Hayes Room at Trinity Hall, Cambridge. The Agenda for the meeting is available here (pdf).

27/02/2007

Navigation Restriction: Please be advised that navigation through Baits Bite Lock on the River Cam may be restricted between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00pm on Monday 12th March 2007 to allow contractors to undertake routine maintenance inspections of the lock's mechanical and electrical systems. Navigation will remain open but there may be short periods when traffic will be asked to wait. Please observe the contractors' instructions.
We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause and thank you for your attention.

12/02/2007

Safety Work Completed: The Environment Agency has completed the installation of new safety booms across the River Cam at Jesus, Baits Bite and Bottisham Sluices. Their contractors were able to complete these works well ahead of schedule. We trust that disruption was kept to a minimum and thank you for your patience.

14/12/2006

New Workboat For River Cam: The Conservators of the River Cam celebrated the maiden voyage of their new workboat on the River Cam at 2 pm on Thursday 14th December 2006 at Baits Bite Lock, Milton, Cambridge.
Full Details (pdf)

26/01/2007 - 09/03/2007

Navigation Warning: Please be advised that navigation on the River Cam may at times be restricted during the period from Friday 26 January to Friday 9 March 2007 inclusive. The Environment Agency will be replacing the safety booms in front of the weirs at Bottisham, Baits Bite and Jesus Locks. There will be a piling rig and support vessels at each of these locations. Please navigate with caution and observe any instructions issued by the contractors. Official Notice (pdf).
Thank you for your attention.

19/01/2007

Clear Up Begins: Due to the very high winds on Thursday 18th January several trees were blown down in the vicinity of the river. These were promptly cleared up today by the river staff. Trees causing an obstruction to the river and/or the towpath can be reported to the River Foreman on 01223 860484.

4th - 6th December 2006

Please see the attached Navigation Suspension Notice (pdf) advising of a river lowering between Grantchester and Jesus Lock from 00:01 Monday 4 December to 23:59 Wednesday 6 December 2006 inclusive. This is to allow for inspections to be made of Bishop’s Mill Sluice and the riverside walkway.
Thank you for your attention. The Conservators of the River Cam apologise for any inconvenience caused.

13/11/2006

Tree pollarding: The annual programme of tree pollarding by contractors will commence along The Halingway towpath upstream of Clayhithe Bridge on Monday 13 November. Pedestrian and cycle traffic along the Halingway may be interrupted in the interests of health and safety to allow branches to be felled and cleared away. Kindly observe the instructions given by the operatives for your own safety. Any obstructions on the towpath elsewhere should be reported to the River Foreman (telephone 01223 860484) or River Manager (telephone 01223 863785, email river.manager@camconservators.org.uk).

13/11/2006

Brickwork repairs, Jesus Sluice : The Environment Agency will be undertaking essential remedial works to Jesus Sluice commencing Monday 13 November 2006 for a period of approximately two weeks. The works involve repairing eroded sections of brickwork above and below the water level. There will be divers in the water at times and a floating pontoon will be moored near the sluice gates whilst the works are being undertaken. Jesus Lock may be closed intermittently to river traffic. River users are requested to stay well clear of the sluice gates during these works and to observe the contractors' signs and instructions. Notices will be posted locally (pdf). The Conservators of the River Cam and the Environment Agency apologise for any inconvenience caused.

27/09/2006

New hand on the tiller: Dr Philippa Noon has taken over the management of the Conservancy in the new post of River Manager. Find out more>>