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Bridge 1, Manchester Road Bridge

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): South Dock

From: 16 February 2026, 8am

To: 20 February 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: London and South East

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwaySouth Dock
Starts atBridge 1, Manchester Road Bridge
Ends atWest India Dock Entrance Lock
Upstream winding holeSouth Dock
Downstream winding holeRiver Thames

Descriptions

Update 9 January 2026, 3:37pm

Following an on-site review, we are pleased to confirm that these works can now be completed within a shorter timeframe. The works will take place over two week-long stoppages, scheduled for 16–20 February and 2–6 March.

Original 8 May 2025, 11:47pm

A navigation and towpath closure are required for a full hydraulic and electrical replacement. These works require a full closure of the bridge and adjacent lock.

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