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Towpath Improvement - Bingley 5 Rise to 3 Rise

Type: Towpath Restriction

Waterway(s): Leeds & Liverpool Canal

From: 26 May 2026, 8am

To: 7 July 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: Yorkshire and North East

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Location

Closest waterwayLeeds & Liverpool Canal
Starts atLock 29, Bingley 5 Rise Top Lock
Ends atLock 22, Bingley 3 Rise Bottom Lock

Description

Original 22 May 2026, 10:43am

The project objective is to improve approximately 550 metres of towpath between the bottom of the 5 Rise and the bottom of the 3 Rise.

The main contractor, JN Bentley, will be on site for approximately 6 weeks.

During the works, restrictions to the towpath will be in place. Pedestrians may be able to divert via Bingley Bog Nature Reserve or the path on the opposite side of the canal. Please note these diversion routes may not be accessible for all users, and cyclists will be required to dismount.

If any towpath users have mobility issues and are unable to use the diversion route, the contractor will temporarily stop works and assist them safely through the work area where possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience and cooperation during these essential improvement works.

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