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Update 7 August 2026, 1:59pm
We have placed the order for the specialist parts needed and they have been created and we have had them delivered. To carry out the repairs the mechanism to the balance beams, it needs to be accessed by boat and we are having to make arrangements for this to be done. We are hoping that we can obtain the workboat for the Friday 21st August enabling us to access Lock 2 to carry out the repairs. We will update the notice on Friday 21st August with information on the repairs.
Original 24 July 2026, 10:50am
Lock 2 on the Huddersfield Broad is currently out of action as part of the mechanism has broken off, causing the balance beam to drop. It is not safe to operate the lock, using the remaining paddles, so the decision has been made to close it.
A specialist contractor is required to manufacture a replacement piece and will be on site to measure up in the coming days. Once the part has been made, a crane boat may be required to fit it.
The closure will remain in place until the lock can be safely operated, once this new part has been fitted. This notice will be updated as soon as we have more information regarding a completion date.
