Marlow Lock on the River Thames

Marlow's original prosperity was brought about by the Knights Templar who had a house at nearby Bisham and built the first bridge over the River Thames here.

Marlow Lock itself was built as a timber (fir wood) pound lock in 1773 and reconstructed in stone in 1825. In that same year, a new lock was built alongside the old one which was filled in. A private house now sits on the site of the original lock. The new lock was rebuilt by the Thames Conservancy in 1927 and it's this lock we see here today.

Did you know?

The Compleat Angler hotel in Marlow marks the finishing point for the famous Marlow Regatta, held annually since 1866. It is said to be the most popular one-day regatta in the country.

Contact details

Telephone: +44 (0)1628 482867
Postcode: SL7 1QA

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