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Navigation Closure beginning 13 May 2026 at 07:00. Starting at Lock 18, ending at Lock 2.
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| Type | Navigation Closure |
| Start Date | 13 May 2026 at 07:00 |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Lock 18 |
| Ends Location | Lock 2 |
During repairs to Lock 12 on the Ashton Canal, additional defects were identified which are causing the lock to lose water. As a result, the local team will be returning to site to carry out emergency repairs. Navigation will be closed from Wednesday 13 May at 8:00am until Friday 15 May at 4:00pm.While on site, the local team will also be carrying out works to Lock 9 to repair a damaged cill.
A further update will be provided on or before Friday 15 May.