A better day, eventually

We lay in bed this morning listening to the rain and so didn't rush to get up. Things did improve and by the time we had dragged ourselves out of bed and had our second cup of coffee the rain had stopped. We managed a few hours cruising without getting wet,I did put my coat on at one point but it was only a passing shower.

The canal was fairly busy, all the 'half-term hirers heading back to base but only a couple of delays so not too bad. By the time we came up through Somerton Deep Lock the sky was getting darker and the wind was getting stronger so we decided to call it a day and moor. Within about half an hour of stopping the rain was coming down so it was a good call.

We should have a fairly easy run into Banbury tomorrow which will allow us to go to the market on Saturday, hang around on Sunday then head for the boatyard on Monday for fuel and gas.


Today's journey 7.5 miles, 5 locks and 1 lift bridge

This year we have travelled 206.9 miles, 204 locks, 5 swing bridges, 12 lift bridges and 2 tunnels

In 2012 we travelled 876.9 miles, 675 locks,  55 swing bridges, 23 lift bridges and 31 tunnels

In 2011 we travelled 461.4 miles, 444 locks, 3 swing bridges, 34 lift bridges and 15 tunnels

During 2010 we travelled 740.3 miles, 642 locks, 53 swing bridges, 4 lift bridges and 25 tunnels

Since Ray retired we have travelled 2285.5 miles, 1965 locks, 116 swing bridges, 73 lift bridges and 73 tunnels