Lock 2 on the Huddersfield Broad is currently out of action as part of the mechanism has broken off, causing the balance beam to drop. It is not safe to operate the lock, using the remaining paddles, so the decision has been made to close it.

A specialist contractor is required to manufacture a replacement piece and will be on site to measure up in the coming days. Once the part has been made, a crane boat may be required to fit it.

The closure will remain in place until the lock can be safely operated, once this new part has been fitted. This notice will be updated as soon as we have more information regarding a completion date.