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Lock 3 to Lock 18

Type: Navigation Closure

Waterway(s): Ashton Canal

From: 2 September 2026, 4:45pm

To: On-going

Region: North West

Reason: Suspected Vandalism

Subject to review on: 9 September 2026

Location

Closest waterwayAshton Canal
Starts atLock 18
Ends atLock 3

Description

Original 2 September 2026, 4:39pm

Navigation is closed between lock 3 and lock 18 due to suspected vandalism to the cobbles which is used to operate lock 17. The lock area has been fenced off until it has been assessed by our team and a method of repair has been planned.   As the damage presents a potential trip hazard, operation of the lock is considered unsafe, and padlocks are in position at lock 3 and lock 18.

A further update will be provided on or before Wednesday 9 September.

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