Down on the River Weaver

 Hi Everyone 


Yesterday we welcomed our Four Australians back to Anderton and the end of their epic Journey

Completing the Cheshire Ring consisting of 120 miles and 92 locks 4 tunnels and considering from the start they had never seen a proper lock until they were introduced to one in Manchester

To complete the trip unscathed. with in the allotted time with the boat intact, that was a wonderful achievement you should all be very proud of yourselves you are all good enough to pass your helmsman certificate. Not sure about reversing but we will do that on your next visit

We had a lovely meal last night that was a fitting tribute to celebrate an epic journey


Noreen had a Fall yesterday she says it was a trip because only children and Old people Fall either way it has left her with a sprained wrist and a very badly bruised lower leg, I have administered first aid and Comfort I have given her two days sick and as sall the locks on the river are manned I have given her seven days light duties Not every skipper is that kind Im even doing the washing-up


We are now down on the river Weaver and may stay here until Michelle's Funeral which we have just been told is the 29th as we can get a hire car from here


Its time to wind down so

good night God Bless

Stay Safe

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