Last night we ate in the pub and it was nice, not busy and had attentive staff. It felt like a real local, boaters and the locals mixing.
I had a real bad night last night, I think I was dehydrated as I had bad aches and pains and was hot in the night even through we let the fire go out. The thermocycling radiator pipes do stay warm though. Anyhow up early'ish and on our way at 9am. Floating out Boat said the Peak Forest was nicer than the Shroppie - no way in my estimation. The Shroppie is majestic rural and remote. Its my favourite and I was glad to be cruising very well known waters to us and Percy.
I spotted No Problem on the Wheaton Aston long term moorings, looking well cared for I'm sure Sue would be happy.
We've been experiencing more and more slow down from leaves around the prop - a very strange phenomenon where just a few leaves can slow the boat noticeably, sorted with some reverse. Those still cruising into late autumn will have more to deal with - they are gathering for you !
The double arch bridge had to be photographed and only boaters get the best perspective.
We arrived back at Shebdon in a very light drizzle the weather having a last say. Pleasingly we were able to moor up quite easily so the silt is leveling and moving.
We had lunch of remaining cheese and biscuits then set to decanting ourselves off Percy to the car and home. Feel a bit sorry to be leaving Percy but we will be back shortly to do jobs that'll be listed in future blogs for my record.
Percy looked after us kept us warm and safe and moved around the system without drama. Thank you Percy.
Thank you for the 50 or so regular hits I've been getting it's nice to share the trip with you.
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