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Lock 1, Top Lock - Lock 2, Bottom Lock Leigh Branch (Leeds & Liverpool canal)

Starts: 15 December 2022 03:00 pm

Ends: 23 December 2022 05:00 pm inclusive

Type: Towpath Closure

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayLeigh Branch (L&L Canal)
Starts atLock 1, Top Lock, Leigh Branch
Ends atLock 2, Bottom Lock
Upstream winding holen/a
Downstream winding holen/a

Description

Please be advised that third-party contractors will be onsite between Lock1, Top Lock and Lock 2, Bottom Lock on the Leigh Branch (Leeds and Liverpool Canal)

The third-party contractors are working for Electricity North West and will be excavating for a cable under the towpath to carry out a repair.

The towpath will be closed and a diversion route put in place. Boaters to re-board when leaving locks 1 and 2 or follow the diversion route.

Whilst the navigation will remain open, we politely request all customers to approach the area with caution.

Please take note of the signage and to listen to any advice that may be given by the third party contractors onsite.

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