Boating the New Main Line
Find boating information for the New Main Line
New Main Line
| Length | 8.4 miles |
| Locks | 3 |
Maximum boat dimensions
| Length | 21.34m | 70ft |
| Width | 2.13m | 7ft |
| Draught | 1.22m | 4ft |
| Headroom | 1.98m | 6ft 6" |
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New Main Line
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Last Edited: 9 April 2025
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