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- Boating must be in the same direction ie Bow towards Hempstead Bridge. Boats should ideally turn between the landing stage and Hempstead Bridge to prevent accidents and congestion in this busy location. If this is not possible due to other craft or fishermen being present carry on through Hempstead Bridge and turn there.
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Boats should keep close to the bank on their starboard side (towpath side when travelling away from Gloucester). Do not cut corners.
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Where it is safe keep away from the bank to avoid tangling with angler's lines.
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Try and avoid stopping close to anglers, especially if you intend to rest and talk for a while. Be especially careful not to stop in the middle of a competition. If it is necessary to stop, there should be a gap every 50 pegs in which you can stop without causing too much disturbance to the anglers.
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When training, rowers and safety boats are asked to try to stay clear of moored boats to avoid excessive wash and damage to boats.
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When bridges are open or being opened they are not to be passed through, unless the Bridge Keeper tells you it is safe to do so. (Opening signs: audible warning, barriers down, Bridge Keeper winding, bridge moving, boats waiting…)
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Care should be taken at bridges, although rowers are not expected to wait for traffic lights to be changed when there is no traffic, proceed with caution if you see a red light – there may be a boat coming the other way. Take heed of any advice given by the Bridge Keeper.
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Make yourself aware of the bridges on the canal - see separate section “Know your Bridges”. Bridges are to be taken single file and as close to the centre as possible to prevent damage of boat or equipment.
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In general crews travelling in the Sharpness to Gloucester direction should be given priority, but where possible give way to any crews racing or doing full pressure training pieces.
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When a tanker or other large ship is encountered pull into the side as soon as possible and wait for the ship to pass. Be aware that the ship's pilot has a very limited field of vision in front of him and has no room to manoeuvre past you. Be aware of the "draw" from large ships; use your blades to keep the boat away from the bank.
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When turning wait until all other crews have passed before turning.
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When returning to the Club from Gloucester pass through Hempstead Bridge, keep to the correct (towpath) side of the canal and paddle past all the crews waiting before turning and disembarking at the landing stage.
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