Category Archives: British Canals

Before setting off at a leisurely pace this morning we brought in all the fenders including the thick ropes around the bows and stern as the last locks before we arrive back on the Shropshire canal are narrow, especially No … Continue reading →

The overnight rain had stopped by the time we had breakfasted and we headed for Llangollen. This part of the canal is a little on the narrow side so passing had to be done with caution but there were two … Continue reading →

We woke Sunday morning to the sound the rain coming down like stair rods and after a late breakfast it was obvious there wasn’t going to be any let up so we donned our wets and set off. Fortunately most … Continue reading →

We left Ellesmere as the forecast wasn’t too good, the wind was getting up and black clouds were above us. We reversed out of the Ellesmere arm into the junction area where we were going to turn to head up … Continue reading →

Having had a brilliant few days in Chester, we now have to retrace our steps until we get to Hurleston Junction, we stopped just before Beeston Locks for the evening, where we took a pleasant drink in the Shady Oak … Continue reading →

We arrived in Chester early afternoon on Wednesday 11th July, mooring near the Indian Restaurant we were booked to visit with Leisha and Dave Burns that evening. They had returned home for a few days and the four of us … Continue reading →