Peak Forest Canal - Bridge 28, Thornsett Road Bridge

Detail

From Date: 11/12/2018 08:00

To Date: 11/12/2018 17:00 inclusive

Type: Navigation Restriction

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterway: Peak Forest Canal

Starts at: Bridge 28, Thornsett Road Br

Ends at: Bridge 28, Thornsett Road Br

Upstream winding hole: Between bridges 28 & 29

Downstream winding hole: Between Bridges 27 & 28

Description

Third party contractors will be carrying out an inspection of the bridge. The canal will be restricted due to the use of a floating pontoon.

All boat traffic should slow down, approach the bridge with caution and be prepared to stop if requested.  Short delays up to 10/15 minutes may be necessary for contractors to move the floating pontoon.

Towpath users should proceed with caution. Banksmen and warning signs will be in place.