Radcot Lock on the River Thames

Radcot Lock began life as a flash lock in the mid-1700s. Back in 1794, the weir was described thus: 'rude railing stretches across the stream from a group of willows on one side, to a bank with two thatched habitations on the other.' Later records show that the land on which the lock is situated was sold to Christchurch College, Oxford.

In 1892, a new lock construction started as its present location on land bought from Oriel College, Oxford for £300. In 1980 the old house suffered from subsidence, so a new bungalow was built in 1986.

Did you know?

On his way to Faringdon in 1645, Oliver Cromwell is said to have fought a 'skirmish' at Radcot bridge.

Contact details

Telephone: +44 (0)1367 240676
Postcode: SN7 8JT

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