King George V Lock
King George V Lock is the main tidal gateway connecting the River Thames to London’s Royal Docks.
Lock Dimensions
KGV Lock is one of the largest ship locks in the UK, capable of accommodating a wide range of vessels.
About KGV Lock
The King George V Lock (KGV Lock), located in the south-east of London’s Royal Docks, provides direct access between the River Thames and London’s Royal Docks.
Managed by the Royal Docks Waterways, the lock measures 243.8m in length and 30.48m in width, with a cill depth of 6.90m below chart datum, enabling safe passage for a wide range of vessels.
Lock Gates & Flood Defence
Its three sets of mitre gates create secure water seals and support efficient lock operations for commercial, naval and offshore marine traffic. The outer lock gates provide a dual function as both a public right of way across the top of the gates and a key element of the Environment Agency (EA) flood defence system.
Originally installed as part of the 1989 refurbishment, the EA gates are approaching the end of their intended design life, with future replacement and long-term flood resilience forming an important part of planned infrastructure upgrades.
Gallions Lock
Gallions Lock is one of the historic entrances linking the River Thames to London’s Royal Docks.
Lock Dimensions
Gallions Lock opened in 1921 alongside the King George V Dock, the last major dock built in London.
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