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Update 3 November 2026, 11:56am
Following our last update, repairs to the head gate cills at Locks 1 and 2 on the Leigh Branch have been delayed, due to damage to the padlocks resulting in the locks being flooded after being pumped out.
Our contractors have attended the site and dewatered the locks again and are working to complete the outstanding repairs. The works are now expected to be completed by 6:00 pm on Monday, 9 November 2026.
Boaters are requested to remain on either side of the affected locks and wait until the repairs have been completed before proceeding.
A further update will be provided on Monday, 9 November 2026.
Original 19 October 2026, 11:20am
Navigation is closed between Lock 1 and Lock 2 on the Leigh Branch to allow repairs to the head gates cills on both locks. These works are required to help prevent further water loss.
Works are scheduled to begin on the lock gates from 7:00 am on Thursday, 22 October 2026 and are expected to take two weeks to complete.
Boaters are requested to remain on either side of the affected locks and wait until the repairs have been completed before proceeding.
A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 5 November 2026.
