Richmond’s draw-off dates confirmed for 2026

The dates for Richmond’s annual draw-off have been confirmed, offering visitors a chance to see the River Thames exposing its riverbed at very low tides.
Richmond draw off 2025 (c) ianVisits
Ordinarily, the low tide would look just like you’re seeing, but that would be a big nuisance for boats, so the Port of London Authority (PLA) uses the Richmond and Teddington locks to manage the river height and maintain a minimum level at low tide so the river can remain navigable.
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