Updates
12/05/2021 10:43
Please be advised the operating times for the Wigan Flight have changed, you can see more about this, here.
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Making life better by water
Starts: 9 July 2020 08:30 am
Ends: 7 May 2021 08:00 am inclusive
Type: Opening Times
Is the towpath closed? No
Closest waterway | Leeds & Liverpool Canal |
Starts at | Lock 65, Top Lock |
Ends at | Lock 85, Lock 21 |
Please be advised the operating times for the Wigan Flight have changed, you can see more about this, here.
To help conserve water in the local area, please be advised of the following operating times for the Wigan Flight, Lock 65 (Top of Wigan Flight) to Lock 85 (Bottom of Wigan Flight):
• 8.30am – 10am to facilitate entry on to the flight
• 12.30pm – 2pm to allow exit off the flight
The above locks will be padlocked closed outside of these times. Roving lock keepers will be on the Wigan Flight to oversee passages and ensure the water levels are maintained. Please note, this is not an assisted passage.
If you experience any issues whilst on the flight, please call our customer support team on 03030 404040.
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