The heatwave continues

Now nearing the end of our summer cruising we have reflected on this beautiful summer, which still continues , with the heat causing us to find shady moorings at the end of each day.
Little did we know back in early May when our shorts came out for the first time, that we would not be needing our warmer layers or waterproofs this season. It really has been glorious boating weather.

The quiet waters of earlier in the season, and even on our trip up the Macclesfield Canal, have given way to the very busy holiday season. Lots of hire boats  and fellow boaters enjoying this wonderful weather on the water.

We are currently sitting under a shady tree just below Hillmorton locks having yet another bbq. People around us are either watching the Wimbledon Mens Final or the World Cup final. The outcome of each we will catch up on later.

The past four days have seen us travel many miles, unusual for us to do 6/7 hour days , but with journey's end now in easy reach we can take it a bit more genteely!

Braunston, Napton and then Fenny Comoton lie ahead then we hang up our boating shoes until September and have fun with the grandchildren at home during the school holidays.

Not sure where we'll cruise in the autumn.  Bimbling round Birmingham was the plan but have just discovered Knowle Locks and Aston Locks are out of action and we are not sure we want to experience the Birmingham Mainline Canal having heard unfavourable comments. We are sure to vomit up with a plan that could change on a daily basis!! The joy of boating!