Rushey Lock, Buckland Marsh SN7

Holiday Complex

Acting on behalf of the Environment Agency, Carter Jonas are pleased to offer 5 campsites to let in a unique location along the River Thames. Each site is positioned next to the lock and enjoy direct access to the picturesque Thames Path. Tenders due by 12pm 11th Feb 2026.

Rushey Lock, Buckland Marsh, Faringdon, SN7 8RF

Acting on behalf of the Environment Agency, Carter Jonas are pleased to offer 5 campsites to let in a unique location along the River Thames. Each site is positioned next to the lock and enjoy direct access to the picturesque Thames Path.


The Campsites
The permitted use of each of the sites is for campsite/recreational use and ancillary use in association with the campsite operating on a seasonal basis only in accordance with the current planning permission. The rents will be offered inclusive of utilities. Sub meters can be installed at the tenant’s cost. There are no electrical hookups to the individual campsite plots on any of the sites.

The landlords will retain rights of access for operational purposes in relation to the lock and weirs that are located on the individual sites.

The tenant of the campsite is to manage their own refuse and recycling on each of the individual campsites. Each site has access to 24-hour moorings on site with a fee payable to the Environment Agency.


Rushey Lock
The campsite is located in a rural location on the River Thames Path. The campsite can only be accessed on foot via the Thames Path or by boat. The site is a level area of grass with the ability for approximately 10-15 pitches. There will be 1 parking space allocated to the operator of the campsite and there will be no parking for the campsite guests.

Adjoining the site is a WC block which can be used by the campsite guests and shared with other members of the general public but does not include a shower. The campsite tenant will be obligated to clean the WC Rushey Lock block when the campsite is open. The campsite is accessed via a right of way over a 0.9-mile private asphalt driveway to the campsite.

Small boats can be launched onto the river direct from the campsite.


Planning
Planning permission exists for the use of the site as a campsite along with a licence under Section 269 of the Public Health Act 1936. A copy can be provided to bona fide tenants. Camping is permitted from Good Friday to 30th September.


Terms
The sites are offered to let by informal tender on new 10-year leases. For the avoidance of doubt, the leases will be contracted out of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 (Part II) provisions. Consideration may be given to proposals that include ancillary recreational uses such as watersports or boat, canoe and paddleboard hire.

Tenders are due by midday (12noon) on Wednesday 11th February 2026. Tender forms are available from the agents.


Quoting Rents
Rushey Lock From £10,000 per annum

Services
Each site has mains water and a private sewerage system managed by the landlord (except for Shiplake which is connected to mains drainage) and there are no sub-meters in place at this stage.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The sites are being let subject to and with the benefit of all rights including; rights of way, whether public or private, light, sport, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights and obligations, easements and quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains, water and gas and other pipes whether referred to in these particulars or not.

Health & Safety
Please note that these are operational lock sites, which can be prone to flooding in bad weather. Potential tenants are required to take particular care when inspecting and are requested to wear supportive footwear for viewings, being mindful of potentially uneven, overgrown or slippery ground surfaces.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment only with agents Carter Jonas, Taunton office: 01823 428590.

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