Lock 81 and Miles Platting Bridge, Manchester

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Detail

TypeNavigation Closure
Start Date1/5/2026, 8:00:00 AM
End Date2/20/2026, 4:00:00 PM
Start LocationLock 66 Tannersfield Highest
Ends LocationBridge 88, Red Hill Street Bridge

Updates

8 May 2025 at 13:49

This navigational closure will encompass 2 pieces of work, the navigation will be closed from bridge 88 through to lock 66. We will be replacing the top & bottom gates of lock 81 along with masonry repairs, ladder & paddle works. We will also be doing leakage repairs to the abutments to the bridge structure at Miles Platting Bridge