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Closed - Bridge 209, Dock Swing Bridge Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Leeds & Liverpool Canal

From: 26 June 2026, 2:48pm

To: On-going

Region: Yorkshire and North East

Reason: Maintenance

Subject to review on: 27 June 2026

Location

Closest waterwayLeeds & Liverpool Canal
Starts atBridge 209, Dock Swing Bridge
Ends atBridge 209, Dock Swing Bridge

Description

Original 26 June 2026, 2:47pm

Due to the high temperatures causing a malfunction, Bridge 209 – Dock Swing Bridge is currently closed and will be inspected tomorrow, Saturday 27th June. Our team will attend the site in the morning to carry out the necessary checks and ensure the bridge is safe to reopen. We will make every effort to reopen the bridge tomorrow; however, this cannot be guaranteed at this stage. This notice will be updated as soon as we have further information. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience and understanding.

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