With all ‘out and about’ activities suspended because of the Coronavirus Pandemic, here is a wonderful chance for one lucky RTS member to own a unique wooden table 'The Silver River' featuring the River Thames in silver leaf and for all those who buy tickets to help an important River Thames charity.
About the table
Mike Orme has carved the river from source to sea in this beautiful table of Sheesham wood, illuminated in silver leaf, 1400 mm long, 465 mm wide and 455 mm high.
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River Thames Society
Welcome to The River Thames Society
Members of The River Thames Society are dedicated to protecting and preserving the natural beauty of the River Thames.
The Thames is one of the World's most fascinating and beautiful rivers. From source to sea, its 215 miles flow from springs in Gloucestershire through rural and developed areas to London and on to the imposing tidal estuary into the North Sea.
Protecting the River Thames: Join the Society
The River Thames has always been an essential part of life in the south of England, but it's now under threat. From crumbling infrastructure to declining environmental health, the challenges facing the Thames, especially the non-tidal stretches, are real — and they are escalating.
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The River Thames Society is here to make a difference. We are dedicated to listening, protecting, and restoring the Thames, working for its future health, and ensuring that future generations will be able to enjoy this beautiful waterway as we have.​​
Important Navigational Information (last updated on Wednesday November 26th 2025)
Tidal Thames (Port of London Authority)
River users should check the PLA website for information about the Tidal Thames.​
- Notices to Mariners are on this website..
​- Richmond Lock and Weir Draw-Off until Decenber 19th 2025
- Teddington Lock River Closure Notice until December 3rd 2025
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​​​Non-Tidal Thames (Environment Agency)
- Boaters are requested to check the information page from the Environment Agency for details of river conditions, planned closures and service failures.
- Many sections of River Thames are showing red or yellow boards Updated daily.
-EA has announced restrictions associated with Winter 2025-6 investment
- Navigation Issues on River Thames.
A Facebook Group 'River Thames Boaters' has up to date comments
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​News
Almost every day, there is news about the River Thames. Here are some recent headlines.
There are more items on our News page. Boaters here is information about RTS for you.
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Explore The River Thames
River Thames Society Members have contributed descriptions and pictures of the River Thames from source to sea.
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Click on a picture below to read more about a section of the River Thames.
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