Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Tuesday 7th October 2008

Dimensions

Entrance to Bancroft Basin, Stratford

Length
70ft
21m
Beam
15ft
4.5m
Draught
0ft
0m
Headroom
0ft
0m

Narrowboats up to 71ft 6in can pass through this lock with care, but may not be able to share with other boats.


Stratford to Lapworth

Length
70ft
21m
Beam
6.1ft
1.83m
Draught
0ft
0m
Headroom
6ft
1.8m

Navigation should be possible for boats of up to 71ft 6in length and 7ft beam, but please consult the waterway office first.

Boats of full 7ft beam may encounter difficulties in locks 44 and 50. Lock 47 is also short and care is required by boats over 70ft.


Lapworth to King's Norton

Length
72ft
21.6m
Beam
7ft
2.1m
Draught
0ft
0m
Headroom
7.3ft
2.19m

Lock 16 is tight for boats over 70ft and care is required in this lock.


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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