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Watch the Hatton Flight lock gates replacement


What really happens at a stoppage? What's actually involved with the replacement of lock gates? Find out, with a unique opportunity to watch the replacement of lock gates at Hatton Flight.

In 2009 British Waterways will carry out millions of pounds worth of essential repairs across its 2,200 mile network of canals and rivers.

Part of a continual programme of heritage improvements and repairs, the work – on two century-year-old locks, tunnels, bridges, aqueducts and reservoirs – is vital to ensure the waterways are available to be enjoyed by the 11 million people and 30,000 boats that use them each year.

In January 2009 work was undertaken to replace lock gates at Hatton Flight. Now you can watch the project in its entirety.

Watch video footage of the lock gate replacement at Hatton Locks

Please note; this video is hosted by youtube.

Last updated: 04/02/2009