CARPENTERS ROAD LOCK
Carpenters Road Lock is integral to the Olympic Legacy Framework and with funding from us, Heritage Lottery Fund, London Legacy Development Corporation and Inland Waterways Association - this significant lock is a showpiece waterside destination.
To contact the Canal & River Trust please go to https://canalrivertrust.org.uk or call 0303 040 4040 between 8am - 9pm (Mondays) or 9am - 5pm (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holidays)
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About the restoration
About the restoration
How did the Canal and River Trust restore this unique double radial lock? How does it work to reduce the risk of flooding in this area? What have people said about this area over the years?
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At Carpenters Road Lock
At Carpenters Road Lock
What is the history of this lock and the local area, and what can you still see from past times? Find out more about the Canal & River Trust and how you can help to keep more miles of canal…
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Walking trails
Walking trails
Do a self-guided tour of the canal-side to learn about history and heritage. Follow the Art Trail around the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
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Tours and Field Trips
Tours and Field Trips
Materials for school trips coming to Carpenters Road Lock, and for guests on Lee & Stort cruises.
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Getting Involved
Getting Involved
Who are the ordinary people who make our waterways available as a great resource? How can you take part in events, volunteer, or find new ways to enjoy your local waterway?