Descriptions
Update 4 November 2026, 3:56pm
Following our previous update, our team has received the additional materials needed to replace the footbridge providing access to the offside lock gate at Lock 61.
Our team is working with our engineers to schedule a start date and once confirmed, we will share a timeframe for the works.
In the meantime, boaters will be able to use the nearside lock gate only when passing through the lock.
A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 12 November.
Update 22 October 2026, 10:40am
Since our previous update, amendments to the design of the footbridge have been made which require additional parts, which have been ordered.
This has resulted in a delay in the installation of the new footbridge.
In the meantime, boaters will be able to use the nearside lock gate only when passing through the lock.
A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 5 November.
Update 8 October 2026, 4:53pm
Since our previous update, our team have now taken delivery of the materials needed to replace the footbridge providing access to the offside Lock gate at Lock 61.
Our team are now working with engineers to schedule a date for the works to begin.
A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 22 October.
Update 11 September 2026, 4:14pm
From our last update, our team have carried out a further inspection of the footbridge providing access to the offside Lock gate at Lock 61.
During the inspection of the footbridge, the team have found that the extent of the wood rot is too severe for the footbridge to be safely repaired. As a result, a new footbridge will be required. Our team are planning a designs for a new replacement footbridge, we will confirm the date of installation once designs have been approved.
All boaters will only be able to use the nearside lock gate when passing through the lock.
A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 8 October.
Original 4 September 2026, 4:22pm
Navigation is currently restricted at Lock 61 on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal due to the deteriorated condition of the footbridge that provides access to the offside lock gate. As a result, boaters will only be able to use the nearside lock gate when passing through the lock.
Our teams have carried out an initial inspection and identified wood rot. We are now developing a repair plan and making arrangements to attend site to undertake the necessary repairs.
A further update will be provided on or before Friday, 11 September.
