Culham Lock, River lock and footbridge in Oxfordshire, England
Description
Culham Lock is a river lock with an attached footbridge on the Thames in Oxfordshire. The structure uses hydraulic mechanisms to manage water flow and provides passage for both boats and pedestrians crossing the river.
History
Built in 1809 by the Thames Navigation Commission, this stone lock replaced a former mill site that had created navigation challenges. The construction solved problems caused by high tolls that had restricted river traffic.
Culture
The lock sits along the Thames Path, where walkers pass meadows and experience how water management shapes the countryside. Daily lock operations remind visitors of the practical relationship between people and rivers in rural England.
Practical
A free car park sits at the lock entrance, making it convenient to visit. During summer weekends, a kiosk offers refreshments for those spending time watching the lock operations.
Did you know?
A connection to the Wilts & Berks Canal marks this site, with restoration work completed in 2006. This link represents recent efforts to bring back regional waterway networks that had fallen into disuse.
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