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Liverpool Link
A navigation closure on the Liverpool Link, 23 April 2026 to 10 July 2026 — 78 days.
Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk
- Waterway
- Liverpool Link
- Region
- North West
- Started
- 23 April 2026
- Status
- Reopened 10 July 2026
- Days shut
- 78
- CRT reason
- Pollution Incident
- Cause
- Other cause
- Asset
- Other
Cause and asset are read from the notice prose, not CRT fields; the reason above is CRT's own.
What CRT said it was for
Following further testing, normal levels of blue-green algae have been found in Princes Dock. As the algae risk has now been ruled out, the precautionary closure relating to blue-green algae has been lifted. However, the Liverpool Link remains closed to navigation while Peel continues its planned works in the Centeral Docks and the Liverpool Link. Further details and the latest updates can be found here regarding the ongoing works : https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/notices/019f421b-6573-7b29-866c-c19ff7c7c505
Where
- Liverpool Link: Bascule Bridge - Stanley to Mann Island Lock
Updates · 2
14 days with no update after the last one.
26 June 2026 · 64 days since the previous
The Liverpool Link remains closed to navigation following the identification of a suspected blue-green algae bloom in Princes Dock. Additional water samples have been taken, and we are currently awaiting the results of laboratory testing. As a precaution, steps are being taken to prevent any potential spread of algae into the South Docks while the situation is assessed. The Trust is working closely with the dock owner, Peel, to manage the incident and prevent further spread. At this time, the situation remains unchanged. A further update will be provided on 10 July.
23 April 2026 · 0 days since the previous
A suspected bloom of blue‑green algae has been identified in Princes Dock. In order to prevent the algae from entering the South Docks, the Trust must take precautionary measures. As a result, the Liverpool Link will be closed to navigation while the situation is assessed and we work with the dock owner, Peel, to prevent any further spread. Boaters wishing to travel to Salthouse Dock or Albert Dock may still do so via alternative access by entering the docks from the River Mersey. If you require further information or guidance when planning your passage, please contact our North West Customer Service team on 0303 040 4040, who will be happy to assist. Blue‑green algae can be very harmful further information and guidance is available here
Cite this: Canal closures, “Liverpool Link”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/019dba6c-4e2b-7714-9058-1bea5f31bad3.
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