IN VIEW OF THE MANY STOPPAGES on the Rochdale Canal last year through lack of water the trust is bringing in restrictions.
These to cover the locks of 1 to 13, Keith Gudgin reports.
Reflections on last summer
Canal & River Trust tell that following reflection on last summer and the significant water scarcity experienced on the Rochdale Canal, it will be introducing an operational window for the navigation Locks 1–13.
And that this change is being implemented to provide greater certainty for boaters when navigation will be available and to help us keep the canal open for as long as possible through the summer months.
It believes that by managing lock operation within defined time periods, it can use water more efficiently and economically, during prolonged dry weather.
Open Monday and Friday only
From next Monday 30th March Tuel Lane Lock at the start of the navigation will be open on Mondays and Fridays only.
Our being told on that on Mondays the lock will be open from 8am to 10am and 2pm to 4pm. On Fridays the lock will be open from 8am to 4pm. No booking is required for these times.
From Monday 13th April Hebden Bridge Locks 8 to 11 will be available 10am to 6pm daily with last entry to all areas at 5pm.