Calder and Hebble Navigation - update

Anchor Pit, Cooper Bridge and Battyeford flood gates have now been opened as a result of a fall in water levels. The remainder of the navigation remains closed from Ledgard to Wakefield.

Canal and River Trust will inform us when the situation changes. 

Navigation closure notice: Calder and Hebble Navigation

Further heavy rainfall over the weekend of 11 and 12 January 2020 means that the navigation remains closed and unavailable for passage.  The Canal and River Trust will provide further updates once the water levels return to normal.

Whilst the navigation is closed, the towpath is open.

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Message from the Canal and River Trust: Calder and Hebble Navigation

Due to continued high water levels all flood locks and flood gates on the Calder and Hebble Navigation are now closed.  All river sections are presently unavailable for navigation.

Canal and River Trust staff will be monitoring water levels. Gates will be opened as soon as circumstances permit.

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Navigation closure notice: Calder and Hebble Navigation

As a result of high water levels and the forecast of continued rainfall the following flood locks/gates have been closed:

• Ledgard
• Thornes
• Anchor Pit
• Thornhill/Lees

The Canal and River Trust is continuing to monitor the situation and will provide updates as soon as the situation changes.

Whilst the Navigation is closed, the towpath remains open.

Beautiful Battyeford

Photo courtesy of Carolyn Westerby

Battyeford Island and the Canal

These photos were taken earlier today in the autumn sunshine.  Thanks to Tim and Trixie Wilson for sharing them.