Waterway Notices / Higgins Clough Swing Bridge
Navigation Closure beginning 4 November 2026 at 15:31 at Bridge 25, Higgins Clough Swingbridge.
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Summary
| Type | Navigation Closure |
| Start Date | 4 November 2026 at 15:31 |
| End Date | Ongoing |
| Start Location | Bridge 25, Higgins Clough Swingbridge |
| Ends Location | Bridge 25, Higgins Clough Swingbridge |
Updates
4 November 2026 at 15:29
Navigation is currently closed at Bridge 25, Higgins Clough Swing Bridge on the Peak Forest Canal due to a fault with the bridge bearing, making the swing bridge inoperable.
Our team is currently awaiting delivery of the necessary replacement parts. Once these have been received, a date for the repair works will be scheduled.
A further update will be provided on or before Wednesday, 18 November.