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Lock 6, Chicken Lock, Rufford

Type: Navigation Closure

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

From: 4 January 2027, 8am

To: 29 January 2027, 4pm inclusive

Region: North West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayRufford Branch (L&L Canal)
Starts atLock 6, Chicken Lock, Baldwins Bridge
Ends atLock 7, Rufford Lock
Upstream winding holeLathom Dry Dock
Downstream winding holeRiver Douglas Navigation

Descriptions

Update 8 October 2026, 9:20am

Following a review of the planned works, the programme has been revised and the works are now expected to be completed earlier than originally planned.

The works will commence on 4 January, as previously advertised, and are now scheduled to be completed by 29 January.

The navigation will remain closed for the duration of these works.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Original 28 April 2026, 1:17pm

A navigation closure is required to carry out works to reduce water leakage through the lock gates and to repair the chamber walls. During the works, towpath users may experience small delays. Please follow any on‑site signage and instructions.

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