Goring Lock on the River Thames
Goring Lock itself began life, records tell us, back in the 1500s as a flash weir. It was constructed by the local mill owner to provide him with a head of water to drive the water wheel. A side benefit was that it made the water deep enough for river craft. It became a timber pound lock in 1787, costing, it is said, £1,000 to build.
When Goring Lock was rebuilt by the Thames Conservancy in 1921, it was built with a very obvious difference - it had a pair of middle gates. This was to save water and enable river craft to travel faster through the lock. The middle gates were removed in 1981, but if you look closely, you can see the recesses where the gates were installed.
Did you know?
Every year, the travelling theatre company, Mikron Theatre, give a performance at Goring Lock. The professional actors live and travel on board the narrowboat, Tyseley, and perform at canal and riverside venues including pubs, village halls, museums and marinas.
Contact Details
Telephone: +44 (0)1491 872687
Postcode: RG8 9AE
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