Listed Building record MDR9589 - Cranfleet Lock, Trent lane, Long Eaton

Cranfleet Lock, Trent lane, Long Eaton, built in 1797. 'Cranfleet lock was constructed in 1797 as part of the improvements to the Trent Navigation in the 1790s, accompanied by a weir on the Trent just below the Soar entrance. Their construction greatly improved movement of boats across the Trent when travelling from the Erewash collieries, across the Trent and up the Loughborough Navigation. The lock was deepened in the late 19th century, as part of improvements made following the appointment of a new engineer in 1896.' (1) 'The original lockhouse is now a boat club and a new lockhouse has been built nearby.' (2) Otherwise known as the Cranfleet Cut. Brick-built, segmental arch occupation bridge is nearby (SK 496313): could be associated. (3) From the National Heritage List for England: 'PARISH OF LONG EATON OFF TRENT LANE SK 53 SW 5/47 (East Side) Cranfleet Lock II Lock chamber and gates. 1797, with minor later repairs. Ashlar, partly rebuilt in engineering brick, with metal and wooden gates. Wide chamber with drop of about 15 feet between levels, in good repair but with concrete copings. There are iron steps to either side and small iron bollards along the sides of the chamber. Wooden gates to either end have metal reinforced balance beams with rack and pinion paddle mechanisms and metal handrails, also with wide plank walkways to west sides. To side of each gate is a semi-circle of concrete with brick steps. Built as part of the Cranfleet Canal. Listing NGR: SK5019231568.' (4)