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New footbridge 600 metres downstream of Dockholme Lock 62, Long Eaton

Type: Navigation Restriction and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Erewash Canal

From: 30 March 2026, 8am

To: 5 April 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: East Midlands

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayErewash Canal
Starts atLock 62 - Dockholme Lock
Ends atLock 62 - Dockholme Lock

Description

Original 19 March 2026, 2:06pm

Contractors, working on behalf of the Local Authority, will be crane lifting a new public footbridge into position above the Erewash Canal 600 metres downstream of Dockholme Lock 62 near Long Eaton between Monday, 30th March at 8am and Sunday, 5th April at 5pm. There may be delays of up to 4 hours during working hours, navigation will be fully operational outside of working hours.

An 800 metre stretch of the lower canal towpath will be closed with a diversion in place via the adjacent public footpaths.

Please note there is a site contact number 07769 724637, which is also published on the site signage.

Please be aware of increased activity in the area. Please follow any advice given and proceed with care.

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