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Opening Times 2024 - Vale Royal, Hunts, Saltersford and Dutton Locks, Weaver Navigation

Starts: 29 March 2024 09:00 am

Ends: 31 October 2024 04:00 pm inclusive

Type: Opening Times

Is the towpath closed? No

Location

Closest waterwayWeaver Navigation
Starts atMarsh Lock
Ends atVale Royal Small Lock

Updates

28/05/2024 13:13

Updated opening Times 2024 - Vale Royal, Hunts, Saltersford and Dutton Locks, Weaver Navigation

From Tuesday, 2 April till and inclusive of, Sunday, 27 October,

Saltersford, Dutton, Vale Royal and Hunts Locks Open 7 days a week, as per the following times. 

  • Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm. Last entry at 4:30pm
  • Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays: 9am – 6pm. Last entry at 5:30pm

We are actively looking for volunteers, you can find out more here.

For lock passages between 28 - 31 October, bookings will need to be made 48 hours in advance. To book passages, please call the North West Customer Service Team on 0303 040 4040.

To use Marsh Lock, to access the Shropshire Union Canal via the Manchester Ship Canal, and vice versa, You can now book online or by calling the North West Customer Service Team on 0303 040 4040.

Our locks are managed by our welcoming and dedicated team of volunteers and colleagues. They are committed to ensuring that your journey along the Weaver Navigation is as enjoyable as possible. Additionally, you can discover valuable information here, including details about mooring locations, Trust facilities, a Food & Drink Guide, and much more.

If you're interested in becoming a part of our volunteer team on the Weaver Navigation, you can contribute to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for waterway visitors. Join us in assisting boaters through the locks and maintaining the area to ensure a pleasant experience for all.

Description

Opening Times 2024 - Vale Royal, Hunts, Saltersford and Dutton Locks, Weaver Navigation

Easter Weekend Friday 29 March – 1 April: All Locks Open 9am – 5pm. Last entry 4:30pm

From Tuesday, 2 April till and inclusive of, Sunday, 27 October,

Saltersford and Dutton Locks 7 days a week, as per the following times. 

  • Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm. Last entry at 4:30pm
  • Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays: 9am – 6pm. Last entry at 5:30pm

Vale Royal and Hunts Locks 7 days a week, as per the following times.

    • Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 9am – 5pm. Last entry at 4:30pm
    • Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays: 9am – 6pm. Last entry at 5:30pm
    • Tuesdays, Thursdays:
      • Hunts Lock 9am – 11am. Last entry at 10:30am
      • Vale Royal 11:30 – 1:30pm. Last entry at 1pm
      • Hunts Lock 2:30pm – 5pm. Last entry at 16:30pm

The trust is looking to increase these lock times for boaters, and we are actively looking for volunteers, you can find out more here.

For lock passages between 28 - 31 October, bookings will need to be made 48 hours in advance. To book passages, please call the North West Customer Service Team on 0303 040 4040.

To use Marsh Lock, to access the Shropshire Union Canal via the Manchester Ship Canal, and vice versa, You can now book online or by calling the North West Customer Service Team on 0303 040 4040.

Our locks are managed by our welcoming and dedicated team of volunteers and colleagues. They are committed to ensuring that your journey along the Weaver Navigation is as enjoyable as possible. Additionally, you can discover valuable information here, including details about mooring locations, Trust facilities, a Food & Drink Guide, and much more.

If you're interested in becoming a part of our volunteer team on the Weaver Navigation, you can contribute to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for waterway visitors. Join us in assisting boaters through the locks and maintaining the area to ensure a pleasant experience for all.

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