Boaters Ignore Restrictions

It is reported that boaters have been ignoring some or the restrictions on the Grand Union Canal. Narrowboats were seen going through the locks at Stoke Bruerne as late as 19.30 last night (Sat 05/05/12).

The last entry through the locks as requested by BW is 14.00, so that the flight is cleared by 15.00.

"Are these boaters simply ignoring or are they unaware of the restrictions", ask other boaters.

Well if the flight is not locked at the top and bottom lock, and/or their is no official there to stop the use of the locks, then a lot of boaters will carry on through.

There has been a lot of rain since the restrictions were put in place, but the official word from BW is still that the flight can only be used between 10.00 and 15.00, with the last entry into the flight at 14.00.

Are BW making all boaters aware of the various restrictions? The restrictions notices are put on the internet, and although there are lots of boaters now who make use of the internet, there are many thousands who don't!