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The Royal River Thames
Taking a cruise on the world's most famous
river is like taking a tour through the nation's
past. Hardly a mile drifts by without another
majestic historic sight coming slowly into view
– Hampton Court, Runnymede, Windsor, Eton,
Cookham, Marlow, Henley, Abingdon, Oxford... a
stately procession And when you've moored and explored to your heart's content, the chances are that you'll never be far from a delightful riverside pub steeped in tradition, or an excellent restaurant in a splendid setting. Ideal opportunities to make new friends and learn about even more new places to visit. You will come across locks on the Thames, but they should hold no fears for you. Most are operated for you by the resident lock-keeper. He will guide you in and keep a watchful eye to ensure the passage through is both safe and exhilerating. In the majority of cases, you will be expected to do no more than stand ashore with your mooring lines whilst the water level rises or falls. You will soon find that the "lock experience" is a great way of meeting fellow boaters. Being confined in a lock chamber for ten or so minutes with other boat owners or hirers allows ample opportunity to swap stories or perhaps pass on recommended moorings or watering holes. . |
River
Distances
To allow for the passage through locks, estimate
cruising at an average 4 miles per hour
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River distances shown are approximate and
for indication purposes only
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