Waterway Notices / New footbridge installation 600m downstream of Dockholm Lock 62, Long Eaton
Advice beginning 21 January 2026 at 08:00 to 27 February 2026 at 18:00 at Lock 62 - Dockholme Lock.
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Summary
| Type | Advice |
| Start Date | 21 January 2026 at 08:00 |
| End Date | 27 February 2026 at 18:00 |
| Start Location | Lock 62 - Dockholme Lock |
| Ends Location | Lock 62 - Dockholme Lock |
Updates
15 January 2026 at 13:00
Contractors, working on behalf of the Local Authority, to build the new footbridge close to Dockholme Lock, Long Eaton, will be using a temporary floating pontoon across the canal to access both banks between 21st January and 27th February 2026. They will move the pontoon without delay to ensure that the navigation is not restricted.
Please note there is a site contact number of 07769 724637, which is also published on the site signage. Please be aware of increased activity in the area.