New gates for Tinsley Flight

BOTH THE TOP and bottom lock gates of the Tiinsley Flight on have been replaced over a 10 weeks period.

This was part of the 'winter works' on the Sheffield & South Yorkshire Canal.

With site supervisor, Antony License, telling that each set of lock gates has to be replaced around every 25 years.

Crane

The gates were fitted using a crane with a 217ft telescopic arm, with the locks first drained and the use of a 'coffer dam' to keep the work area clear of water.

The site supervisor told the work would ensure the canal remained "safe and operable for the passage of boats".

The photograph is by Canal & River Trust.