The Deepest Canal Lock In The UK.
Tuel Lane Lock, Sowerby Bridge is the deepest lock on the UK canal system at 19ft, 8 inches. It was built in 1996, when the Rochdale Canal was being restored and replaced two locks on the old system, which couldn't be re-used due to a road having been built over them. Immediately behind me is a hundred yard long tunnel under the said road, which boats have to pass through to access the lock or to travel further east on the canal.
The Deepest Canal Lock In The UK.
Tuel Lane Lock, Sowerby Bridge is the deepest lock on the UK canal system at 19ft, 8 inches. It was built in 1996, when the Rochdale Canal was being restored and replaced two locks on the old system, which couldn't be re-used due to a road having been built over them. Immediately behind me is a hundred yard long tunnel under the said road, which boats have to pass through to access the lock or to travel further east on the canal.