Boating the Chesterfield Canal

Find boating information for the Chesterfield Canal

Chesterfield Canal

Length	46 miles
Locks	59 narrow and 6 wide

Note: A handcuff key will be required as anti-vandal locks are fitted along this canal.

Maximum boat dimensions

Length	21.95m	72ft
Width	2.08m	6ft 10"
Draught	0.98m	3ft 2"
Headroom	2.15m	7ft 1"

West Stockwith Lock

Bookings must be made by calling West Stockwith Lock on 07884 238780 or 01427 890204 at least 48 hours in advance. Your booking notifies our lock keeper of your planned passage, allowing us to manage boater traffic efficiently.
On arrival we advise boaters to radio or call the lock keeper approximately 30 minutes before arrival to allow time for assessment and guidance, taking into account weather, flood conditions, and other factors.
For further information, contact: West Stockwith lock keeper: 01427 890204

Important notice – third-party structures

Some manned structures on Trust waterways are managed by third parties. It is the skipper’s responsibility to account for these when planning passage. For details on third-party manned structures, please contact the structure owner directly or visit: Canal & River Trust – Third Party Structures