Three Mills Residential Moorings

This residential site comprises around 20 narrowboats arranged along the Three Mills Wall River Weir and connected by shared floating facilities and locks. The boats have access to communal amenities including laundry facilities, a coal storage area, and secure bicycle parking.

The moorings were established in preparation for the London 2012 Olympics, involving a conversion of the waterway from tidal to freshwater conditions through the construction of a weir. This infrastructure change enabled the creation of this permanent boat community.

The moorings host a close-knit community of people living on narrowboats who support and interact with each other as part of their daily waterside existence. Neighbors share common spaces and create their own social culture around boat life.

The site is located on a quiet stretch of river with easy access to walking and cycling paths that run alongside the water. Visitors should note this is a private residential area with limited public access, though the surrounding pathways offer good opportunities to view the location from outside.

The moorings sit just beside House Mill, Britain's oldest surviving mill building, creating an unexpected blend of contemporary boat living with centuries of industrial history. This proximity allows residents to witness the transition from historical industrial waterways to modern residential use.

GPS coordinates: 51.52940,-0.00722

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26