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Shepperton Lock, River navigation lock in Surrey, England

Shepperton Lock operates on the River Thames, enabling vessels to navigate between different water levels through a controlled chamber system.

The lock construction in 1813 by the City of London Corporation replaced a small watercourse known as Stoner's Gut that hindered river navigation.

The lock appears in Charles Dickens' novel 'Our Mutual Friend' and H.G. Wells' 'War of the Worlds' as a setting for key scenes.

Access to the lock comes through a lane on the left bank with two entrances, connecting to the Thames Path walking route.

The lock sits near Pharaoh's Island, a Thames island given to Admiral Nelson following his victory at the Battle of the Nile.

Location: Surrey

GPS coordinates: 51.38210,-0.45861

Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:34

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