Chertsey Lock, River navigation lock in Surrey, England
Chertsey Lock is a navigation lock on the River Thames featuring stone walls and wooden gates that help vessels manage different water levels. The facility serves both leisure boats and working craft passing through this section of the river.
The original lock was built by the City of London Corporation in 1813 and later extended in 1893 and 1913. These expansions allowed larger vessels to pass through and made river traffic more efficient.
The lock area connects to the Thames Path, where local residents gather for seasonal events that maintain connections with river traditions.
The area is accessible via the Thames Path, which leads walkers directly to the lock. The site is open year-round and offers good vantage points to watch boats passing through.
A small island was created during the lock construction and works with Chertsey Weir to form a distinctive water management system. This combination makes this river reach a notable example of traditional water engineering.
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