Category Archives: UK

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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Grand Union canal to the Thames

Posted on 20/05/2018 by martin

We continued our journey, from Milton Keynes to Brentford, gradually reaching the Thames, the canal although hard work at times, is beautiful, we have seen some lovely sights, with swans and their signets, ducks, with their chicks, and also geese … 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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Geoff’s new toy Meg-A-Star

Posted on 26/04/2018 by Christine

Time seems to go so fast, we have been in the Uk for nearly a week. Geoff left on Thursday 19th April, and stayed with Mark, Paula and the girls, he also got to explore Mark’s factory Hendrickson’s, which he … 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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