Author Archives: Geoff

Reading to Abingdon

Posted on 31/05/2018 by Geoff

We stopped overnight under reading bridge; well it was free, and it was surprisingly quiet for a public thoroughfare!!! Today we headed west buying Diesel along the way and enjoying the sights as we meandered along the Thames on this … Continue reading →

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Brentford, heading towards Marlow

Posted on 22/05/2018 by Geoff

Whilst we were wandering around Brentford I noticed a historical plaque in the lock area and after reading it I was surprised what has taken place in Brentford in the past. Brentford has been a familiar area to the west … Continue reading →

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Cosgrove to Bridge 89 (Milton Keynes)      10 miles

Posted on 09/05/2018 by Geoff

Tuesday 8th May  One of nice things about being on these canals is, “no rush”; start when you want, finish when you want, mooring doesn’t appear to be an issue, virtually anywhere along the towpaths.   Today was no exception, tea … Continue reading →

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First few days as a “Boatman”

Posted on 07/05/2018 by Geoff

Friday 4th May After a major Tesco shop, we arrived back to Meg A Star early afternoon; now complete with washing machine.  Whilst Christine stowed away all the food etc., I returned the hire car and now we were now … Continue reading →

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Azores to Southampton

Posted on 23/03/2018 by Geoff

We left the Azores with a heavy heart, as the next stop was Southampton and the end of our holiday. Still we did have 3 more days with one formal night to look forward to. The last time I sailed … Continue reading →

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4 Sea days and the Azores

Posted on 14/03/2018 by Geoff

Life as usual went on during the four days at sea.   Dave and I played Elaine and Christine at shuffleboard, the evening shows, both very good and not so good, happened each evening, the lectures on smuggling continued and the … Continue reading →

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