Acton’s Lock

Right by Broadway Market, this is a picturesque oasis where you can stop and relax for a while. There’s something about the noise of water in a weir or gushing through a lock gate that is just so peaceful. There’s a bench, damson trees and a very pretty house.
I can’t say for sure the lock has been used in the filming of Eastenders. But it’s certainly a setting that will look familiar to people who watch the show. It’s definitely the real life equivalent!
It is also the scene of some controversy. Opposite the towpath you’ll see a new, rather posh block of flats with a great view over the water. Problem is they built it in front of the council block which used to have the great view. Residents were not happy.