A high-level moorland canal running along the edge of the Peak District with fine stone bridges and long lock-free stretches, part of the popular Cheshire Ring.
Current closures & stoppages
7 live navigation notices affecting the Macclesfield Canal.
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Closure 2026-11-23 – 2026-12-04
Bosley Lock 11
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Restriction 2026-09-22
Bridge 37, Buxton Road Bridge
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Restriction 2026-09-14
Bridge 45a
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Advice 2026-08-25 – 2026-09-04
Richmond Hill Embankment
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Closure 2026-08-11
Bosley Flight
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Restriction 2026-07-13
Bosley & Marple Flights
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Advice 2026-07-06
Marple Customer Service Facility
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