Navigation Restrictions due to footpath crest raising works at Geldeston, River Waveney

Notice is hereby given that the Environment Agency, in partnership with the Broads Authority, will be undertaking footpath crest raising works, from Monday 30 June through to Friday 8 August 2025, during the hours of 07:30 hours and 18:00 hours daily, excluding weekends. The site stretches along the River Waveney, from Geldeston Dyke to Dunburgh.

The works vessels will be navigating the main river to travel between the site where the materials are being stored and the footpath site. (shown in red on the plan extract)

The works on the water will involve the use of floating pontoons and small works vessels.

Note: During the works, navigation will remain open, but vessels must exercise great care whilst proceeding past the vicinity of the works. Please ensure that this is taken into consideration for passage planning and when navigating in this area.

All equipment will be lit and signage will be in place to warn of restriction and delays.

Please contact the Broads Authority, Yare House, 62-64 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY. Tel (01603) 610734 if additional information is required.

Waterways Project Officer 

June 2025