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March 2009

The contractors, Morrison Construction, finished the construction of the new lock wall at the end of March. It now looks fine and is being tested to ensure that there are no faults before being opened for use. Some landscaping work is still required and the contractors will return to complete that in early summer when the grass has grown

We owe a debt of thanks to the IWA who contributed the legacy of Charles Woodman to the project, east midlands development agency, Lincolnshire Waterways Partnership, British Waterways, John Moulsher – who gave us access to his land, John Baylis and John Brydon. At a future date there will be a re-opening ceremony and the erection of suitable plaques to record the work.