Description
Original 7 May 2025, 2:44pm
A navigational closure is required for top gate replacements and wood paddle replacement on the bottom gates. We will also be doing some lock wall grouting and paving repairs.
Glasson Branch - Lock 1, near Galgate
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Glasson Branch (Lancaster Canal)
From: 5 January 2026, 8am
To: 13 February 2026, 4pm inclusive
Region: North West
Reason: Repair
Programme: Winter works
Location
| Closest waterway | Glasson Branch (Lancaster Canal) |
| Starts at | Lock No.1 |
| Ends at | Lock No.6 |
| Upstream winding hole | Turning Area - Glasson Flight |
| Downstream winding hole | Winding Hole - Thurnham Bridge 6 |
Stay connected
Sign up to our newsletter and discover how we protect canals and help nature thrive