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Lock 75 of the Wigan Flight

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Leeds & Liverpool Canal

From: 25 January 2027, 8am

To: 10 February 2027, 4pm inclusive

Region: North West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayLeeds & Liverpool Canal
Starts atLock 85, Lock 21
Ends atWigan Top Lock Mess & Services
Upstream winding holeAdjacent to Haigh Park Rowing Bridge
Downstream winding holeAdjacent to Ell Meadow Lock

Descriptions

Update 11 September 2026, 1:15pm

Unfortunately we've had to reschedule these works into the New Year as a result of working through design changes and needing to secure listed building consent for these changes. The works are now planned to take place between 25 January 2027 and 10 February 2027.

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

Original 1 May 2026, 1:02pm

A navigation closure is required for installation of the mechanical mechanism on the bottom gates to aid gate operation. The flight will be closed so water levels can be controlled and the works carried out safely.

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