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The current conditions affecting boaters on the River Thames and what the warnings mean.
Navigation on the River Thames may be restricted or closed in certain areas. Find out where and when these restrictions and closures are.
Facilities for boaters at Environment Agency lock sites on the non-tidal River Thames and the River Kennet.
Boat registration charges for the River Thames.
Distances between locks on the River Thames and measurements restricting navigation.
Information on the lock keeper service on the River Thames.
A list of registration charges for Anglian Waterways.
Find out which Environment Agency locks and weirs you can fish at, the licences and permits you need and when you can fish.
Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
Information on the closures affecting the navigation on the River Thames.
Information on harbour approach, moorings, fees and safety information.
The Environment Agency's current terms for refunding your boat registration and arrangements for new part year registration.
A list of registration charges for the Medway Navigation.
Charges for Environment Agency base moorings at locks on the River Thames.
Find out how to get to Environment Agency locks and weir fishing sites and when you can fish.
The Environment Agency's requirements for obtaining a boat registration on the River Thames.
The requirements for obtaining a boat registration on the Anglian Waterways.
Guidance about the types of vessels that can operate on UK inland waters. It also refers to EU requirements and regulations.
Environment Agency boat registration charges for Anglian waterways, the River Thames and River Medway.
Boating basics including essential knowledge and techniques you need to make sure you enjoy yourselves and stay safe on the water.
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