yacht crossing the UK by inland waterways

[bluerm166]

Opinions please on the practicality of bringing a shallow draft (0.33M min.) diesel engined lift keel yacht (2.82M beam)with pulpit/pushpit supported mast (approx.2172 if above headht.,can lower to lay on the pull/pushpits ) through the length of the Kennet and Avon canal,down the Thames into the sea.
Appears to fit the published available air draft (2.3M)/width and length dimensions but particular query is the 'legality' in waterways terms of a mast that overhangs the 8.2M o/a hull by 1M at each end (or 2M at stern only-prob.more desirable).This assuming that the overhang is clearly marked during day and lit at night during any movement.
Any views will be much appreciated.

 

[teddington_lock]

In the real world , i couldnt see a problem with this.

Sounds do-able !

 

[LittleSister]

Check whether you can get a visitor's licence to use the canals for long enough to make the trip. Otherwise you might find you need Boat Safety Scheme certificate - cost and complication.

 

[bluerm166]

Useful thoughts thank you.

 

[Mirror Painter]

How deep is your rudder?

 

[mikemanor]

On the canals around here, the bridges are very arched. On the K&A is the 2.3m quoted airdraft available over the full width of the canal - or at least your 2.82m beam ?
Just a thought.

 

[rotrax]

With your beam you will only be able to use broad canals and rivers-narrow canals have locks only about 2.2 metres wide.

 

[bluerm166]

Thank you all.Not certain that this will proceed but a southern crossing or a northern crossing (emerging into the Humber),using only broad beam canals,might meet transport requirements and would provide a close view of some bits we've never seen.The height requirement would relate only to the laid down mast clearance (without spreaders) ,but there must be a requirement to keep a square-on track,as well as being central to the bridge,to enjoy the full height available,as Mikemanor touches on.The rudder is pivoted and would give steerage when dropped to 900.Have found http://www.barging.co.uk/mapuk.htm and http://www.canals.com/canaldatmet.htm to be excellent resources.
Many thanks.