Skip to main content

We're the charity for your canals

Lock 87 Wigan

Type: Navigation and Towpath Closure

Waterway(s): Leeds & Liverpool Canal

From: 4 January 2027, 8am

To: 19 February 2027, 4pm inclusive

Region: North West

Reason: Repair

Programme: Winter works

Location

Closest waterwayLeeds & Liverpool Canal
Starts atLock 87
Ends atConcrete Cable Bridge, Westwood Pool
Upstream winding holeCrooke Marina
Downstream winding holeNear Smits bridge

Descriptions

Update 8 October 2026, 9:18am

Following a review of the planned works, the programme has been revised and the works will now take place between 4 January and 19 February.

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 23 June 2026, 12:44pm

A navigation and towpath closure are required to facilitate lock gate repairs to Lock 87 bottom gate. Towpath users may experience small delays.

Stay connected

Sign up to our newsletter and discover how we protect canals and help nature thrive