Monument record 4674/2/1 - Mersey & Irwell Navigation - Paddington's Lock
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Summary
The filled in site of the lock at that was positioned at the western end of Woolston New Cut (CHER 4674/2), completed 1821. A converted two storey lock keeper's cottage on northern side. The feeder channel for the Runcorn and Latchford canal (CHER 4674/0/2) is on the southern side.
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Full Description
Filled in site of lock at west end of Woolston New Cut (CHER 4674/2), completed 1821. Line of side walls visible, iron bollards. Converted two storey lock keeper's cottage on northern side. Feeder for the Runcorn and Latchford canal (CHER 4674/0/2) on the southern side (1).
Also known as Dobson's Lock (2).
<1> Ashmore, O, 1982, The Industrial Archaeology of North West England, p.54 (Book). SCH3181.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1893-96, Ordnance Survey County Series (Epoch 1) 25 inch to 1 mile - Lancashire (Maps and Plans). SCH3847.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 628 888 (75m by 64m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ68NW |
| Civil Parish | POULTON-WITH-FEARNHEAD, WARRINGTON |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | POULTON WITH FEARNHEAD, WARRINGTON, LANCASHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 16 2022 10:51AM