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Marlow Lock

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Marlow Lock

Marlow Lock is a lock and weir situated on the River Thames in the town of Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England. It is owned and managed by the Environment Agency.

Access to the lock

The lock is easily accessible, being located in the middle of the town.

Literature and the Media

The poet Percy Bysshe Shelley lived in the town and spent much of his time on the river above the lock in a skiff.

Reach above the lock

Just above the lock is Marlow's famous suspension bridge. Once the river leaves the picturesque town of Marlow, it curls through equally picturesque hills and beechwoods . On the Berkshire side is Bisham Abbey, a fine old mansion that is now one of the National Sports Centres. Temple Regatta takes place in early May between Marlow Bridge and Temple Lock, and Marlow Town Regatta is also held. The Thames Path leaves Marlow and continues on the Bucks side to Temple Lock.

See also

Next lock upstream River Thames Next lock downstream
Temple Lock
1.95 miles
Marlow Lock
Grid reference:
Cookham Lock
4.00 miles