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Dimensions

Bramwith to Rotherham

Rotherham to Sheffield

Navigation should be possible for boats of up to 61ft 6in, but please consult the waterway office first.

Locks from Rotherham to the tail of the Tinsley Flight are longer and will pass narrowboats up to around 70ft.

The cill and channel depth from Tinsley Bottom Lock to Sheffield Basin is only 4ft 6in, maximum draught 4ft.

Stainforth & Keadby section

Through passage is limited by Thorne Lock. Between Bramwith and Thorne, dimensions are as for the main line to Rotherham. Passage from the River Trent to Thorne is limited by Keadby Lock (77ft 8in x 22ft 6in) although longer craft can be admitted when the

Narrowboats up to around 61ft 8in can pass through Thorne Lock diagonally.

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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