Got up fairly early this morning. It was a lovely morning, with a slight mist and that slight autumnal nip in the air. It was so still and quiet, it was a shame to start the engine.
We set off just after 7:30 and were through the locks at Middlewich by 8:50 then onto the Middlewich branch and through Wardle Lock by 9:10 after a short natter with Maureen, the lady from the lock cottage. She is an interesting person. She was born and grew up on a working boat. We always stop to chat with her and listen to any advice she has to give.
It remained cloudy all day, with a few light showers. On the way through we saw the new marina being built at Minshull Lock. It looks huge. We stopped for lunch above Cholmondeston Lock. Had a quick look in the chandlery and gift shop. The gift shop doesn't stock as much as it used to when it was "Kates". It's now owned by the people who have Kings Lock chandlery in Middlewich.
We saw the Constance Irene just before Venetian. Liz's sister in law's sister and her partner live on board.
We decided to moore just past Hurleston Junction about 3:00. This turned out to be a very good idea, as it rained heavily for the rest of the afternoon and evening. Still, we were dry and cozy.
13 miles 8 locks
Land ahoy me hearties!!
ReplyDeleteSunshine today, back to work boo hoo - have a lovely day!