AFAICT this is the situation at Autherley Junction... Napton Narrowboats have leased the old Water Travel site of BW. Because of the vandalism and arson? in the area they have given permission to Napton Narrowboats to block of the towpath, running through their site overnight. This will consist of a grille and gate under the turnover bridge and across the towpath at the other end of their site. This gate will be locked overnight by a non standard key (not BW Watermate key). This end of the Shroppie has recently be transferred to Wales and Border Counties, managed by David Ballacchino (you know the guy that brought you pay-to-moor in Llangollen). The proposed gates will not allow access for horses and associated tow ropes and the stop lock will be marooned in the security zone. There has been no consultation.
-- Neil Arlidge - NB Earnest - Shannon Reg 7410 Read about our Irish travels at: http://www.tuesdaynightclub.co.uk/Tour_07/index.html
