Saturday 26 September Alrewas to Burton (7.5 miles, 5 locks)
Thankfully, the wind had dropped to just fresh, and we have sun and blue sky.
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After taking on water before the river lock, we passed across the River Trent above the weir, following NB Delhi, and enjoyed the scenic side bridges and weirs across the water meadows to Wychnor. Our friend Jan had walked from Alrewas and took photos of Annie as we moved through the riverine channel.
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We have moored several times at the pleasant water park at Branston . This is followed by four miles through Burton, past Marston’s large brewery and museum.
We opted to stop early at lunchtime for the day at Shobnall Fields, which has scenic moorings with rings overlooking a park with sports pitches. Football games were finishing as we sorted out our ropes and fenders.
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We tried out our newly mended stove while Dave and Jan walked into town. John helped some boaters moor, as they were struggling in the strong, cold wind. As I write this blog, I can hear a Carry On film on the tv, So I guess we will chill!
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