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I don't think the Trencherfield office reopened to the public at all post lockdown, staff mainly working from home. It was completely vacated by C&RT not that long after. Nearest places are now a 'Hub' at Rose Grove and Ellesmere Port. Was told only last week by a Concierge chap that many boaters call in to buy pumpout cards and are disappointed to find that CRT have gone.

C&RT office has long gone.

You're welcome. I must admit that trying to get one's head around the various updates and notifications about stoppages and such, can be like wading through treacle. A pain at the best of times, but when Winter closures are imminent rather more vital.

I was at home at the time eating breakfast and watching things unfold on here. I made a few phone calls prior to posting, to check that the flight wasn't closed yesterday and today. I then asked had you checked if the ground paddles were unlocked. I can really sympathise with your frustration when dealing with customer services. Do be aware that lock 87 is closed tomorrow.

Just to clarify, the person you spoke to on site was a member of staff, not a volunteer.

Did you check the ground paddles? People often just see the locks on the gate paddles, which are permanently locked.

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A chain on the bottom could possibly attract the magnet fishers.

While assistance cannot be guaranteed the volunteers are committed to helping where they can. 😉

The lock keepers have all trained with the Trust and have excellent local knowledge which can really add to your experience of the flight. 😮 Volunteer lock keepers on the Rochdale canal | Canal & River Trust (canalrivertrust.org.uk)

Is the Rochdale bookable in Winter? Just been listening an interview with Robbie Cumming. Forward to 38.45 Waterways World | Podcast Your Waterways

Surely this is a police matter?