Mapledurham Lock is in fact on the south side of the River Thames in the village of Purley. It was built in the late 18th century with the current bigger upgrade built in 1908.

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1. Thames Path: Reading and Pangbourne Loop

22.9km

05:52

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This difficult 14.2-mile (22.9 km) hiking loop along the Thames Path from Reading to Pangbourne offers varied riverside scenery and historic

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2. Mapledurham Lock – View of the River Thames loop from Pangbourne

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02:03

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mapledurham Lock – View of the River Thames loop from Purley on Thames

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01:38

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10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 40 m

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Location: Mapledurham, South Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Mapledurham Lock

1. Thames Path: Reading and Pangbourne Loop

2. Mapledurham Lock – View of the River Thames loop from Pangbourne

3. Mapledurham Lock – View of the River Thames loop from Purley on Thames

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