We agreed last night to set off at 8.15, as a number of the boats were heading to Tewkesbury, and we wanted to get on the moorings before the lock – rather than those after the lock which would have required a fair bit of reversing.
It was with some effort, that Toby was ready for 8.15! Only three locks today, but some five hours cruising time. The lower Avon views are far reaching, and yet more fishermen to wave to!
We’ve been really lucky with the wildlife on display, I’m not so sure about our photography skills, but we’ll keep trying!
Under the last bridge and there were free moorings before the lock, just enough for us and the boat we were travelling with. A tricky place to moor though, as there is a step up and it was quite windy. I’ve still not found my mojo since falling in, and struggle with any small jumps. It did feel a bit like groundhog day, with the boat in front getting caught by the wind and the lady unable to hold the boat in – Toby ran over and came to their rescue.
Lunch on board (we’ll be dining on the leftovers from the weekend for days!) and then a walk into town and Tewkesbury Abbey, where we lit candles for loved ones past and present.
We returned to Oliver and Toby set up the aerial ready for the England football match tonight – much to the annoyance of the boat in front who can’t get any reception! So an earlier blog entry than usual – nothing can interrupt the footy!
I’m not sure that 8:15 is all that early but pleased it paid off. As for the photos they look pretty good to me. Be great to see what they look like when (or if?) we prepare some of them for Oliver Book 2. Maybe a royal “we”?
Hi Sarah and Toby. Have really enjoyed reading your blog this afternoon (Brian read it yesterday). The photos are brilliant as usual and we look forward to following your progress xx