Waterway Notices / Bridge 79 Cockerham Road Bridge
Towpath Closure beginning 2 November 2026 at 15:20 at Bridge 79, Cockerham Road Bridge.
This is a live notice. Please check the Canal & River Trust website for the latest information. View on Canal & River Trust website.
Summary
| Type | Towpath Closure |
| Start Date | 2 November 2026 at 15:20 |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Bridge 79, Cockerham Road Bridge |
| Ends Location | Bridge 79, Cockerham Road Bridge |
Updates
2 November 2026 at 15:15
The towpath is currently closed at Bridge 79, Cockerham Road on the Lancaster Canal due to a vehicle strike which has damaged the bridge parapet and dislodged masonry coping stones.
Our engineers have been notified and are attending site to carry out inspections and assess the extent of the damage. Temporary safety measures are being put in place on the highway above while a repair plan is developed.
Please follow the signed diversion route and take extra care when travelling through the area.
A further update will be provided on or before Friday, 13 November 2026.