Latchford Locks

The housing development by the locks is on the site of the New World gas oven factory that was quite a large employer in Warrington. This is one of a number of large housing sites along the Manchester Ship Canal. In summer when the temperature rises the canal gives off a rich aroma which will no doubt enhance the quality of life enjoyed by the tenants. Other sites include the Naylor's Timber yard, Greenall Whitley lab and Vladivar distillary, (burned down a few years ago and relocated). Coopers Sand is another site that is close to the timber outlet of Naylor's in Lower Walton.