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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.

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Thames History Writer

Thames History Writer

我编写此指南,愿你的泰晤士河之旅简单、透彻、充满本地私享建议。

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