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Lock 87, Manchester
A navigation closure on the Rochdale Canal, 2 February 2026 to 18 March 2026 — 44 days.
Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk
- Waterway
- Rochdale Canal
- Region
- North West
- Started
- 2 February 2026
- Status
- Reopened 18 March 2026
- Days shut
- 44
- CRT reason
- Repair
- Cause
- Wear and tear
- Asset
- Lock
Cause and asset are read from the notice prose, not CRT fields; the reason above is CRT's own.
Where
- Rochdale Canal: Lock 84 Dale St to Lock 92 Castlefield
Updates · 2
19 days with no update after the last one.
27 February 2026 · 295 days since the previous
We would like to make you aware that we are having to extend the closure at Lock 87 due to delays and additional work requirements. Planned crane lift dates had to be moved at short notice because they coincided with the Chinese New Year parade. Whilst on site with the lock dewatered, further unplanned work has also been identified, including the refurbishment of the head gate and more extensive brickwork repairs than originally anticipated. As a result, this closure will need to remain in place until 18th March. We appreciate your patience and understanding while our team works to complete these essential activities safely and to the required standard.
8 May 2025 · 0 days since the previous
A navigation and towpath closure are required for bottom gates replacement, head gate refurbishment and various general repairs.
Cite this: Canal closures, “Lock 87, Manchester”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/0196b028-a6a1-77ad-9cf4-74640d44e2f6.
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