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Sunday 6th July 2008

Dimensions

Shardlow to tail of Meadow Lane Lock, Nottingham

Length
72ft
21.6m
Beam
14ft
4.2m
Draught
0ft
0m
Headroom
8ft
2.4m

Navigation should be possible for boats of up to 81ft length and 14ft 6in beam, but please consult the waterway office first.


Nottingham to tail of Cromwell Lock

Length
145ft
43.5m
Beam
18ft
5.4m
Draught
6ft
1.8m
Headroom
12ft
3.6m

Larger craft may be accommodated - for further advice, contact the waterway office. The limiting factors are the bend above Newark Nether Lock and Newark Town Bridge, not the lock chambers.


Tail of Cromwell Lock to Gainsborough

Length
185ft
55.5m
Beam
19ft
5.7m
Draught
5.6ft
1.68m
Headroom
22ft
6.6m

Larger craft may be accommodated, depending on tidal conditions. For further advice, contact the waterway office.


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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