Past Stoppages & Restrictions Listing

Starts At: Lock 1 East, Stanley Dawson Lock
Ends At: Lock 13 East, Ramsden Lock

Update on 03/07/2023:

The repair works have been completed around the site of the leak and the water levels have now recovered.

The navigation has reopened. 

Update on 21/06/2023:

Some of the pounds have successfully refilled, however there are 2 pounds still needing to refill before we can safely allow passage.

The pump has helped the issue and the team will be closely monitoring the water levels.

The navigation remains closed.

We will update the notice when further information is received

Update on 08/06/2023:

Investigations into the cause of the leak are still ongoing. We are getting a team ready to fix this as soon as it has been established.

The navigation will remain closed between Lock 13 east and Lock 1 east until the fix is in place and the canal has been re-watered.

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (10am Tuesday 6 June 2023 until further notice)

Further to the notice issued yesterday about the leak between Lock 12E and 13E we will be closing the navigation to all traffic to try to preserve as much water as we can in this section. As all the water coming down from above is going into the river at Golcar aqueduct we need to protect the rest of the canal and wildlife while we investigate and repair the issue. We will need to refill the canal from Lock 12E down after we have managed to repair the leak so it may take a short time between the repair and being able to reopen. We will of course keep our customers updated as often as possible and whenever new information is relevant.

Starts At: Lock 1, Derwent Mouth Lock
Ends At: Lock 6, Stenson Lock

Update on 14/07/2023:

Levels have now recovered between Stenson Lock 6 and Derwent Mouth Lock 1. Navigation can continue as normal, and with no restrictions.

RESTRICTION (Monday 3 July 2023 until further notice)

We are currently experiencing low water between Stenson Lock 6 and Derwent Mouth Lock 1 on the Trent & Mersey.

The local team will be on site today to carry out water management.

Boaters are strongly advised to travel in twos when going through the locks, to help us maintain the water levels and prevent further restrictions.  

We will update the website on 5th July with more information. 

Nantwich Services

Update on 12/07/2023:

Please be advised our teams continue to explore options for the shower facilities at Nantwich Services on the Shropshire Union Canal.

Whilst the plans are being reviewed the shower facilities will remain closed.

A further update will be provided Wednesday, August 16. 

Update on 05/07/2023:

Please be advised the shower facilities at Nantwich Services will remain out of use whilst we work towards a repair. All other facilities are still in use.

An update will be provided Wednesday, 12^th July.

ADVICE (Monday 3 July 2023 until further notice)

Please be advised the shower facilities at Nantwich Customer Service Facilities are currently out of use due to a broken shower. All other facilities are still in use.

Contractors have been informed.

Lock 8, Holme Lock

Update on 05/07/2023:

Our local team completed the work yesterday, and boaters can now proceed as normal.

RESTRICTION (8am-4pm Tuesday 4 July 2023)

There will be a temporary restriction at Holme Lock on the 4th June, between 8am and 4pm.  

Our maintenance team is carrying out essential mechanical repairs, which means boaters may experience delays of up to an hour.  

Please follow any instructions given by our Trust representatives, who will advise when it is safe for you to proceed. 

Eastwick Pump Out closed until further notice
Water Point, East Wick

ADVICE (Monday 3 July 2023 until further notice)

Due to extensive vandalism over the weekend this facility is not available.

Swingbridge No. 8

Update on 11/07/2023:

The fallen tree across the towpath has been removed.

The towpath is clear for passage.

RESTRICTION (9.15am Tuesday 4 July 2023 until further notice)

A tree has fallen across the towpath close to Swingbridge 8

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It has been reported to contractors and we will update the notice when it has been removed.

Lock 25 East

Update on 05/07/2023:

Contractors have attended to site and removed the fallen tree.

The navigation is available for passage

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (Saturday 1 July 2023 until further notice)

The navigation is blocked due to a fallen tree. Contractors will be attending to remove.

This notice will be updated in due course.

50m North of Papermill Bridge 106

Up Stream Winding Hole: Bridge 98
Down Stream Winding Hole: Bridge 110

Update on 02/07/2023:

Fallen tree cleared

Navigation open to wide boats and narrowboats

RESTRICTION (Saturday 1 July 2023 until further notice)

Width of available navigation restricted 50m north of bridge 106 due to fallen tree from the offside of canal.

Narrowboats advised to slow down when approaching the fallen tree and proceed with care.

Passage for wideboats is not possible at this time.

Contractors have been instructed to attend site and clear navigation.

Notice will be updated when works are complete.

Bridge 40, Colthrop Bailey Bridge

Update on 02/07/2023:

Further to the notice below, we are pleased to advise that the tree has been cleared, however please proceed with caution as there may be submerged debris in the area.

We sorry for the delay; this was a large tree in a complex location taking time to remove safely.

Update on 02/07/2023:

Please be advised that the willow was partially cleared yesterday however due to the size of the tree and location, contractors are bringing additional specialist equipment with the view of clearing the navigation today.

We are sorry for the delay and will update as soon as navigation is open.

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (Saturday 1 July 2023 until further notice)

Please be advised that a large Willow Tree has fallen blocking the navigation between Colthrop Bailey Bridge and Colthrop Lock 91.

Contractors have been assigned and are mobilising. We will update this notice once we have further details from contractors on removal.

Starts At: Lock 24 West
Ends At: Lock 32 West

Update on 07/08/2023:

The cill damage was repaired by our teams.

Update on 21/07/2023:

We are pleased to advise the repair to Lock 25W, on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal has been successful and navigation has resumed. 

Update on 17/07/2023:

We have now received the necessary parts required to repair the damaged cill at Lock 25W, on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal.

We anticipate the repair works will start this week and a further update will be provided Monday 24 July.

Update on 10/07/2023:

We have now established a method of repair for the damaged cill at Lock 25W, on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal.

Our local team are now awaiting fabrication of a necessary part needed for the repair works.

Update on 03/07/2023:

Our local team have been to site and investigated the damaged cill at Lock 25W, on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal.

Whilst a method of repair is being organised, navigation will remain closed between Lock 24W and Lock 32W on Huddersfield Narrow Canal.

A further update will be provided Monday 10 July.

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (Saturday 1 July 2023 until further notice)

The Diggle flight is closed between Lock 24W and 32W due to suspected cill damage at Lock 25W.

Our team will investigate and plan a repair and we will publish a further update on Monday 3rd July.

Bridge 191, Cowling Swing Bridge – now open

Update on 20/07/2023:

Repairs have been completed and the bridge has reopened. 

Update on 13/07/2023:

The bridge is now closed for repairs. 

An update on the state of the repair will be given on Monday the 24th. 

Update on 11/07/2023:

A further window of passage has been added for 10am on Thursday the 13th of July. 

The bridge will be closed afterwards to allow an interim repair to take place. A further update will be provided on Monday the 24th of July. 

Update on 07/07/2023:

Cowling Bridge remains unavailable for customer operation due to the damage it has sustained however we will be providing a window of passage: –

• 10am Saturday 8th July 
• 10am Tuesday 11^th July

All boats wishing to pass are asked to assemble at the bridge by 10am.

A further update will be provided on Tuesday 11th July regarding future passage windows.

We are investigating medium term repairs that will return the bridge to customer operation before the it is fully replaced this coming winter.

Update on 03/07/2023:

The bridge has dropped significantly and had to be mechanically moved back into position. An inspection by engineers is required due to twisted and corroded beams under the bridge deck.

A further update will be given on Wednesday the 5^th of July.   

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (Sunday 2 July 2023 until further notice)

Due to damage the bridge cannot be swung.

Contractors will be attending in due course and this notice will be updated.

Bridge 62, West Mills Swingbrdge

Update on 04/07/2023:

Further to the notice below, we are pleased to advise that West Mills Swingbridge has now been repaired and is fully operational.

Update on 03/07/2023:

Further to the below, engineers have now assessed the bridge and repair strategy. This will conclude tomorrow morning. Should repairs take longer than anticipated then the bridge will be manned from 1000 hours till 1100 hours. Also 1300 hours to 1400 hours Tuesday the 4th to allow safe passage.

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (4pm Sunday 2 July 2023 until further notice)

Please be advised that due to damage sustained to the approach ramp. West Mills Swingbridge is closed to navigation.

Our contractors have been informed and will be attending site tomorrow morning. Whilst contractors are assessing repair strategies the bridge will be manned Monday 3rd from 1000 hours to 1100 hours to allow passage, and if not fixed 1300 hours to 1400 hours.

Closure: Lock 1, Top Lock, Leigh Branch to Lock 87

Intersection of: Lock 1, Top Lock, Leigh Branch to Lock 1, Top Lock, Leigh Branch on Leigh Branch (L&L Canal) and
Lock 87 to Lock 87 on Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Update on 03/07/2023:

Please be advised, navigation has resumed through Poolstock Locks on the Leigh Branch and Lock 87 on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Whilst navigation is now possible, we politely request all customers to proceed through the area with care and help us conserve water by: Sharing locks where possible and making the best use of the water available. Ensuring paddles are fully closed once they have passed through a lock. Aiming for minimal contact when navigating through locks by ensuring gates are fully open as they pass through. Pushing gates open using a boat can damage the gate lining, increasing its leakage. Our local team will continue to monitor the water levels in the local area, however if you do experience low water, please call us on 0303 0404040.

Update on 30/06/2023:

Please be advised that navigation is now closed from Poolstock Lock 1 on the Leigh Branch to Lock 87 on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal due to low water in the pound.

All other details remain the same.

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (Friday 30 June 2023 until further notice)

Please be advised navigation is closed, following vandalism to Poolstock Lock where the paddles have been left open, the pound between Lock 1, Top Lock on the Leigh Branch and Lock 86 on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal is severely low on water.

The local team are aware and onsite feeding water down to the affected area. We anticipate this will take most of today to regain a navigable level

Bridge 8, Shirley Drawbridge
Up Stream Winding Hole: Kings Norton Junction
Down Stream Winding Hole: Upstream of Bridge 10

Update on 18/07/2023:

Navigation open

Update on 03/07/2023:

The barrier has been fixed and navigation is open again.

NAVIGATION CLOSURE (Friday 30 June 2023 until further notice)

Navigation is closed at Shirley Drawbridge after a vehicle has driven into and damaged the barrier. Our team is on the way to assess the damage.

Navigation will be closed this afternoon but our team will visit the site at 10am and 2pm tomorrow (01/07/23) to manually let any waiting boats through.