Waterways > River Parrett
River Parrett
The River Parrett is navigable from Stert Point to Thorney Mills Bridge Lock for a distance of 27.1 miles. The river flows through the counties of Dorset and Somerset and it is possible to walk the length of the river from source to sea.
River Parrett Map
Facts & Stats
37 miles
(60km)
The length of the River Parrett of which just over 27 miles are navigable
19 miles
(31km)
The river is tidal for 19 miles from Burnham on Sea to Oath.
47 miles
(76km)
The River Parrett trail follows the river from source to sea
Waterway Notes
Navigation Authority
Stert Point to Bridgwater – Sedgemoor District Council
Oath to Thorney Mills Bridge Lock – Environment Agency
Branch
Guide to the River Parrett
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