Lock 76, near Dutton

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Trent & Mersey Canal

From: 19 January 2026, 8am

To: 20 February 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: North West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterway	Trent & Mersey Canal
Starts at	Lock 76
Ends at	Lock 76
Upstream winding hole	Dutton Winding Hole
Downstream winding hole	Dutton Lock Winding Hole

Descriptions

Update 3 October 2025, 4:12pm

Following a recent review, we're now confident that the works can be completed within a shorter stoppage window. The revised stoppage dates are 19 January 2026 to 20 February 2026.

Original 6 May 2025, 10am

A navigational closure is required for bottom gates replacements.