Marple Lock 1, Bottom Lock, and Bridge 16, Bottom Lock Bridge, Peak Forest Canal.

Updates

05/10/2020 17:34

Our engineers have re-assessed the work that needs to be carried out this winter at Marple Locks.

We will now be undertaking masonry repairs at Lock 1, Bottom Lock, and brickwork repairs at Bridge 16, Bottom Lock Bridge.

The timing of this stoppage has not been affected.

Description

Carry out works at Marple Locks, including:

Lock 1 - Re-position oversailing coping stones. (Please note the towpath will be closed in this area.)

Lock 6 - Grouting and brickwork repointing of the lock chamber walls.

Lock 7 - Grouting and brickwork repointing of the lock chamber walls.

Lock 9 - Repairs to the lock bywash.

01/06/2020: The information above is a draft notice of works planned as part of our winter 2020/21 stoppages programme. This is subject to change depending on the latest advice from the UK government on coronavirus. Please follow our guidance relating to coronavirus when using the canals and towpaths https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/coronavirus.