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Lock 4

A navigation closure on the Glasson Branch (Lancaster Canal), started 4 September 2026 — still shut after 18 days. No reopening date is published.

Source: this notice on canalrivertrust.org.uk

Waterway
Glasson Branch (Lancaster Canal)
Region
North West
Started
4 September 2026
Status
Still shut
Days shut
18
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

Updates · 2

12 days with no update after the last one.

10 September 2026 · 6 days since the previous

Since our last update, our team has attended the site at Lock 4 on the Glasson Branch and identified a suitable method of repair. Our team is now awaiting delivery of the materials required to repair the damaged paddle. Once these materials have been received, a date for the repairs to begin will be confirmed. Our next update will be provided on or before Thursday, 24 September.

4 September 2026 · 0 days since the previous

Navigation is currently closed at Lock 4 on the Glasson Branch of the Lancaster Canal due to a damaged paddle, which is preventing the lock from filling. Our team is attending site today to inspect the damaged paddle. Once the inspection has been completed, the team will be able to determine the most appropriate method of repair and establish a timescale for the works. A further update will be provided on or before Thursday, 10 September.

Cite this: Canal closures, “Lock 4”, https://crt-stoppages.pages.dev/notice/01a06c00-feb4-76bc-9ec6-1bc617fb159c.

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