Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Sunday 12th October 2008

Dimensions

Entrance to West Stockwith Basin

Length
72ft
21.6m
Beam
16ft
4.8m
Draught
7ft
2.1m
Headroom
0ft
0m

Please note that headroom space is unlimited on this section of the canal.


West Stockwith to tail of Morse Lock

Length
72ft
21.6m
Beam
6.1ft
1.83m
Draught
2.6ft
0.78m
Headroom
7.1ft
2.13m

Locks up to Retford are 15ft wide but navigation for broad-beam craft is restricted by Manor Farm Bridge at Walkeringham, which is 8ft 6in wide.


Morse Lock to Shireoaks

Length
72ft
21.6m
Beam
6.1ft
1.83m
Draught
2.6ft
0.78m
Headroom
7.1ft
2.13m

Some locks are only just 7ft wide. Passage for some craft up to the full 7ft beam may be possible.


British Waterways' waterway dimension data is currently being updated. The following information is for general guidance purposes. Queries should be directed to BW's customer service centre on 01923 201120 or email enquiries.hq@britishwaterways.co.uk

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