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Flat-Bottom Barges on the Thames: Design and Use

Understand why flat-bottom barges were perfect for the Thames tide and city landings.

12/2/2025
13 min read
Historic flat-bottom freight boat on the Thames

Flat-bottom barge

Low draft, big cargo, easy landings — the city’s freight logic.


Design Notes

  • Boxy hull for capacity; reinforced chines for durability.
  • Tug pairing optimized manoeuvres.

L'autore

Thames History Writer

Thames History Writer

Ho composto questa guida per rendere la tua giornata sul Tamigi semplice, illuminante e piena di consigli locali.

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