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Lock 2 Rufford Branch

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Rufford Branch (L&L Canal)

From: 9 February 2026, 8am

To: 10 March 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: North West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayRufford Branch (L&L Canal)
Starts atLock No.1, Rufford Branch
Ends atLock 7, Rufford Lock
Upstream winding holeJunction of the Leeds & Liverpool and Rufford Branch
Downstream winding holeWinding Hole - Rufford Old Hall

Descriptions

Update 10 March 2026, 8:18am

We're pleased to let you know that the works at Lock 2 Rufford Branch have been completed ahead of schedule, and the navigation is now open.

Original 8 May 2025, 2:43pm

A navigation and towpath closure are required for repointing and masonry repairs to the bywash along with excavation work.

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