Dutton Locks

The largest ship ever to use the lock was the 1,000 tonne capacity St. Michael from the Netherlands, which passed through in 1984.

[2] The locks can only be accessed on land via a footpath along the river; consequently they are used as a recreational destination for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.

[3] The footpath forms part of the Weaver Way, a 40-mile (64 km) hiking trail between Audlem and Frodsham.

[5] The locks are managed by the Canal and River Trust and mooring is allowed with a permit.

[6] There is a shipwreck at the locks, of a boat called the Chica, built in 1894.