Monday 18th August

It was pouring with rain again this morning when we woke up. Luckily by the time we had got ourselves ready, it had brightened up and we decided to set off. There was a really stiff breeze but we knew we were only travelling for about 4 hours and only 3 locks.


Christine on the helm and managing the locks (busy girl)

We were very lucky as the river was deserted but each time we came to a lock, a boat was leaving it, which meant we could go straight in with minimum work. The river was very wide for most of the journey but quite attractive with willows and other trees at the water's edge.


We finally arrived in Godmanchester at approx 2pm. We had managed to miss it completely on our outward journey as it is down a little backwater by the lock. This time we found it easily and were lucky enough to get a central mooring.

The Waterfront at Godmanchester

The town is very pretty when viewed from the river but like most of the towns and villages we have visited, some of the back streets are less appealing.



The famous Chinese Bridge at Godmanchester

We walked around for an hour or two and then the rain was threatening, so returned to the boat.

Christine threatened me with thr RSPB

for making these two walk the plank!

It has now been raining for most of the evening and is quite cold.


We have had the heating on in the mornings and evenings for the last few days as we have felt cold.