Waterway Notices / Section of the towpath including Long Eaton Lock 61, Long Eaton
Towpath Closure beginning 23 February 2026 at 08:00 to 23 August 2026 at 16:00. Starting at Bridge 6, Derby Road, ending at Bridge 3A, School Foot Bridge.
This notice has ended and is no longer active.
Summary
| Type | Towpath Closure |
| Start Date | 23 February 2026 at 08:00 |
| End Date | 23 August 2026 at 16:00 |
| Start Location | Bridge 6, Derby Road |
| Ends Location | Bridge 3A, School Foot Bridge |
Updates
5 February 2026 at 15:00
Contractors working on behalf of Derbyshire County Council will be demolishing the existing West Park footbridge in preparation for the construction of a new bridge later this summer. Derbyshire County Council have placed a temporary closure order on this section of the towpath, which is also public footpath No.33 from Monday 23rd February at 8am until Sunday 23rd August at 5pm. There is a diversion route between Lawrence Street and the B6540 Tamworth Road.
Please be aware of increased activity and follow any safety instructions provided.