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Lock 49, Navigation Way, Rochdale

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Rochdale Canal

From: 2 November 2026, 8am

To: 27 November 2026, 4pm inclusive

Region: North West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayRochdale Canal
Starts atBridge 58A, Deepdale Swing Bridge
Ends atLock 50
Upstream winding holeBellfield
Downstream winding holeTurnover Bridge

Descriptions

Update 8 October 2026, 9:19am

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 2 November, as previously advertised, and are now scheduled to be completed by 27 November.

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, 4:38pm

A navigation closure is required to carry out leak repair works to the lock gates.

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