Notices
Here you will find announcements, notices, operating times & stoppages.
BARTON AQUEDUCT CLOSURE FOR URGENT REPAIRS WEDNESDAY 8TH JANUARY 2025
Notice is hereby given that Barton Aqueduct (situated on the Leigh Branch of the Bridgewater Canal) will be closed to navigation during the following period for urgent repairs. WEDNESDAY 8thJANUARY 2025 0830 hrs – 1800 hrs Work to the Aqueduct is being carried out by The Manchester Ship Canal Company and is expected […]
Bridgewater Canal - Closed From Agden Bridge to Dunham Until Further Notice
BRIDGEWATER CANAL CLOSURE FROM 1ST JANUARY 2025 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Due to a breach in the Dunham area of the Bridgewater Canal, notice is hereby given that the canal and towpath will be closed to navigation and pedestrians between Agden Bridge, Lymm and Dunham Town Bridge, Dunham. (please see plan below) The […]
Report of thefts at Grappenhall
Bridgewater Canal notice WE ARE SORRY TO REPORT THAT THERE HAS BEEN A NUMBER OF BOATS IN THE GRAPPENHALL AREA OF THE BRIDGEWATER CANAL THAT HAVE BEEN VANDALISED AND BROKEN INTO. We ask that everyone is vigilant and reports any incidents to the police. The Bridgewater Canal and the Bridgewater Canal Watch […]
Bridgewater Canal - Castlefield Visitor Mooring Restrictions - November 2024
Notice is hereby given that both arms of the visitor moorings in the Staffordshire Arms, Castlefield, will be closed for 3 weekends in November 2024. Mooring will be prohibited in both arms of the Staffordshire Arms from 09:00am Friday 8th November until 09:00am on Monday 11th November. 09:00am Friday 15th November until 09:00am on Monday […]
Canal Navigation & Towpath Restrictions - 9th September to 4th October 2024
Notice is hereby given, that due to essential maintenance work to Red Lane Bridge, Stockton Heath, Warrington there will be a width restriction of the canal in the area around the bridge. These works are being carried out by contractors, working on behalf of Trafford Council. To maintain safety, Boaters, pedestrians & cyclists traveling in […]
Castlefield Visitor Mooring Closure - Friday 23rd August to Tuesday 27th August
Notice is hereby given that both arms of the visitor moorings in the Staffordshire Arms, Castlefield, will be closed from the 23rd August 2024 to Tuesday 27th August The Company apologises, for any inconvenience caused to boat owners wishing to moor in this section of Castlefield. Please ensure that you vacate […]
Canal Navigation & towpath Restrictions - 22th July to 9th August 2024
Notice is hereby given, that due to essential maintenance work to High Steet Bridge, Runcorn, there will be a width restriction of the canal under the bridge and temporary towpath closure. These works are being carried out by contractors, working on behalf of Halton Council. To maintain safety, Boaters, pedestrians & […]
BRIDGEWATER CANAL NOTICE JULY 11th 2024
The obstruction of the Bridgewater Canal at Hall House Bridge, Leigh has been removed and navigation is now clear. The Company regrets any inconvenience that this may have caused.
BRIDGEWATER CANAL NOTICE JULY 9th 2024
Notice is hereby given of an obstruction of the Bridgewater Canal at Hall House Bridge, Leigh. A large tree has fallen across the whole width of the Bridgewater Canal. BCCL are working with the 3rd party landowner to clear the obstruction as quickly as possible. The Company regrets any inconvenience that this may cause.
Temporary Closure - Mosley Road Bridge to Watersmeet July 2nd 2024
BRIDGEWATER CANAL TEMPORARY 4 HOUR CLOSURE JULY 2nd 2024 6pm – 10pm Notice is hereby given that the Bridgewater Canal and towpath will be temporarily closed to navigation and pedestrians between Mosley Road Bridge and Watersmeet, Stretford (on the Leigh Branch) The Company regrets any inconvenience that this may cause.
Castlefield Visitor Mooring Restrictions - 26th June to 19th July 2024
Notice is hereby given that the visitor moorings in the Staffordshire Arms, Castlefield, will be closed from the 26th June until 19th July 2024. Mooring will be prohibited in both the arms and the area in yellow on the plan below, from 09:00am on Wednesday 26th June until 11:00am 19th July 2024 The Company apologises […]
Mooring
Here is a list of moorings by area as approved by The Bridgewater Canal Company Ltd (TBCC)
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Terms & Conditions
Guidelines for all users of the canal from boat owners and fishermen to walkers and cyclists.
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