Rushey Lock

Rushey Lock is a lock and footbridge structure on the River Thames in Oxfordshire. It features stone construction with manually operated beams controlling the pound lock gates to manage water levels.

The lock was built in stone in 1790 and replaced an earlier structure called Old Nan's Weir located upstream. It remains part of the Thames Navigation system.

The lock operates using traditional paddle mechanisms and a side weir that reflect the engineering approach used on the Thames for hundreds of years. These simple systems remain part of the river's working landscape today.

The lock is accessible on foot from Tadpole Bridge downstream. Plan your visit for calm weather to safely explore the bridge and surrounding area.

The lock keeper's house was built in 1894 and features a garden with a large topiary frog that catches visitors' attention. This living sculpture has become a favorite subject for photographers.

Location: Oxfordshire

Inception: 1790

GPS coordinates: 51.69780,-1.53405

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:43