The Scheme
The Liverpool Canal Link is a £22m project which extends the canal through the disused Central Docks, across the Pier Head in front of the Three Graces, and into the South Docks which British Waterways owns and operates.
The canal link now provides a further 1.4 miles of navigable waterway. The route includes two new locks, open channels and tunnels.
There are also various structures and works required to facilitate the safe passage through the existing dock system and to ensure clearances for navigation. These include two new highway bridges, flow control structures and utility diversions.
At the Pier Head the development provides access to the water's edge and utilises space for the public to enjoy. It has created a vibrant waterspace that enhances the relationship between the canal and surrounding public areas.