We're now on an unexplored waterway (for us): the Grand Union Canal (Leicester Section) north of Foxton Junction. This morning we got up later than usual, and made a leisurely start. I cycled into town to buy some wine and get some cash, and we called in on David and Vivienne on April Fool, moored in Union Wharf. We'd spoken to them last night as we'd spotted that they were fellow Boaters' Christian Fellowship members. They have a lovely 40' boat which they're living on while their new boat is being fitted out.
I saw a kingfisher again this morning; and heard the woodpecker. As I write this there's an owl or two making owl-like noises in the trees nearby; and fish are making the occasional splash in the canal. The computer's on the roof and I'm getting cold all in the cause of blogging! (There's no signal in the boat and the USB extension lead isn't long enough for the dongle alone to be outside.)
The weather today has been really good again: sunny and not too cold. The lack of rain is good news as far as going on the Soar is concerned: there shouldn't be any flood worries.
Leicester tomorrow - and perhaps a curry.
No time to try the photo upload tips - perhaps tomorrow. There's lot's I haven't mentioned, but this is probably boring enough. A Tony's Top Twenty post will appear soon.
22 hours ago
2 comments:
Hello brother - good to be able to track your progress in near real time.
Just had a thought - have you sen google street view? they mapped the streets by driving a van around with a 360 degree camera, someone should do the canals...
I'm assuming you're heading to Tattenhall? probably best, as not sure what our plans are yet
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Yes, I've seen some street view pix (those which haven't been taken down following complaints, that is). There are some which include bits of canals, but not a proper "canal view" of course.
We are indeed heading for Tattenhall, but could end up a bit short of that destination if you want to have a one-way trip. Let me know your plans in good time!
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