Grafton Lock on the River Thames

Grafton Lock

The lock itself has been in existence since 1896, when the previous flash weir - called Day's Weir - was replaced by the manual-beam pound lock we see today. The lock is the same as it was over 100 years ago. The attractive Lock House was also built in that year, with its large bay window shrouded by a giant wisteria.

Did you know?

Above the lock, on the north bank is Kelmscott and Kelmscott Manor, the country retreat of William Morris. 

Contact details

Telephone: +44 (0)1367 810251
Postcode: OX18 2RY

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