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Update 5 March 2026, 11:05am
The ladder at Lock 3, Stanthorne Lock, on the Shropshire Union Canal remains out of use due to the damage sustained.
Unfortunately, our specialist contractors have experienced delays in sourcing the materials required to complete the repair to the lock ladder.
We apologise that the repair is taking longer than originally expected.
A further update will be provided on or before Tuesday, 10 March.
Original 26 February 2026, 1:58pm
The ladder at Lock 3, Stanthorne Lock, on the Shropshire Union Canal is out of use due to the damage sustained.
Contractors have been instructed to attend site and plan a method of repair. Whilst the contractors plan and carry out the repairs, access from the lock to the lock landing, via the ladder will not be available.
We will provide a further update on or before Thursday 5 March 2026.
