Looking back from Standish Street towards Corporation Street, St Helens. Originally a swing bridge stood here, but this was re-built several times. Standish Street now crosses the canal on an embankment.
The canal north of Standish Street / Pocket Nook, St Helens.
Looking north towards the New Double Lock.
Looking back from the New Double Lock towards Standish Street.
The New Double Lock, a two-rise lock staircase, built in 1770 (so-called because further along the canal is the Old Double Lock). In the background can be seen Burgy Banks.
The New Double Lock. This lock staircase was restored between 1986 and 1992 by the canal society and the local council.
The New Double Lock.
Below the New Double Lock is a T-junction, with the main line turning right towards Parr. To the left is the short branch to Gerard's Bridge.
