Marsh Lock, Henley on Thames 1973
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This authentic 1970s colour photograph captures a peaceful summer scene at Marsh Lock on the River Thames near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. The image provides a factual record of British river life, featuring several pleasure boats navigating the lock system, including a prominent blue-hulled cruiser named Blue Haze. The lock-side is meticulously maintained, showing vibrant tiered flowerbeds with red salvia and white alyssum, alongside a white-washed lock-keeper’s cottage in the background. Pedestrians and boaters in period attire, including classic 1970s knitwear and slacks, observe the water levels from the towpath. As a self-contained archival record, this shot serves as a valuable resource for maritime historians and collectors of Thames Valley heritage photography.
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