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Canal Breach: £100K Raised for Stranded Boat Owners
2 Jan
Summary
- Over £100,000 raised for boat owners after canal breach.
- Breach on Llangollen Canal swallowed two boats, damaged a third.
- Repair work is expected to be a lengthy and costly undertaking.
A significant fundraising campaign has generated over £100,000 to aid boat owners affected by a major breach on the Llangollen Canal. The incident occurred on December 22, 2025, when a section of the canal wall collapsed, causing a catastrophic loss of water and swallowing two vessels, while a third was left in a precarious position.
The emergency response led to a major incident declaration as water flooded a nearby field, leaving a substantial trench. Fortunately, the Canal and River Trust has managed to refloat some stranded boats by refilling adjacent sections. However, the breach site itself requires extensive reconstruction.
