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Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Rufford Branch (L&L Canal)
From: 4 January 2027, 8am
To: 12 March 2027, 4pm inclusive
Region: North West
Reason: Repair
Programme: Winter works
| Closest waterway | Rufford Branch (L&L Canal) |
| Starts at | Lock 8, River Lock |
| Ends at | Lock 8, River Lock |
| Upstream winding hole | Lathom Dry Dock |
| Downstream winding hole | River Douglas Navigation |
A navigation closure is required to allow the top lock gates to be replaced and to carry out works to address water leakage on the bottom gates. During the works, towpath users may experience short delays. Please follow any on‑site signage and instructions.
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