Notice Archive / New footbridge installation 600m downstream of Dockholm Lock 62, Long Eaton

Advice Notice from 28 February 2026 at 08:00 to 5 April 2026 at 16:00. Starting at Lock 62 - Dockholme Lock, ending at Lock 62 - Dockholme Lock.

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Summary

TypeAdvice
Start Date28 February 2026 at 08:00
End Date5 April 2026 at 16:00
Start LocationLock 62 - Dockholme Lock
Ends LocationLock 62 - Dockholme Lock

Updates

6 February 2026 at 11:20

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 Saturday 28th February at 8am and Sunday 5th April at 5pm.  The contractors 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.

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