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County Lock
River
County Lock is a lock on the River Kennet in Reading town centre in the English county of Berkshire. It is now administered by the Canal & River Trust as part of the Kennet and Avon Canal. Downstream from the lock is Brewery Gut, a particularly fast flowing, narrow and dangerous stretch of the river.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is County Lock?
- County Lock is a river in South East England.
- Can you swim at County Lock?
- There is no fixed answer for County Lock: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at County Lock in South East England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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South East England
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