Bosley Lock Flight, Flight of locks in Bosley, England
The Bosley Lock Flight is a series of twelve locks built from red stone blocks that raise the canal level by about 36 meters (118 feet) over roughly 1.6 kilometers (1 mile). The structures follow the slope of the land and connect different water levels along the waterway.
Construction of the locks was supervised by engineer William Crosley following Thomas Telford's reports, completed in November 1831. This work was part of an important upgrade to the canal route to improve shipping.
The locks show the handcraft of local stonemasons through marks they left on the massive red stone blocks. These marks tell the story of the workers who built the structure.
Access is available year-round, with a small parking area on Bullgate Lane for a few vehicles. The area can flood during heavy rain, so check conditions before visiting.
Each lock features unusual double-angled gates at both ends, a rare detail in this type of construction. The original side pond system nearby was designed to save water during operation.
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