[Adventures On Sovereign Light 2023]

Thank you from me too, stunning photos

A belated welcome aboard the Forum  x

[Uncle Mike / Jaguar]

So sad. My condolences to Mikes family

[Stracy Arms]

If only my numbers would come up. It is such a lovely place and of course I would let all forumites moor for free, you would only have to supply a little wine

I'd give Smoggy a permanent mooring, he would definitely provide the wine  x

[Stracy Arms]

We've spent many days there on our holidays, it's one of the boys favourite moorings. I love walking along that stretch looking at the boats (being nosy) 

I so hope it isn't turned into flats or housing. I know everything changes in time but not always for the better x

[Cancer And Me.]

Brilliant news Ian, I am so pleased for you and Marina, it must be a huge relief. I do believe as well as our NHS it's your pure grit, determination and bravery that got you through. Well done 

[Norfolk Boating Memories]

So true Simon. That's why, when I'm asked what my favourite boat to hire is I really can't say because they have all been brilliant and I've fallen in love with each and every one. I remember the Sandmartin from Sanderson's Marine, sadly gone now but what an old wreck she was, I loved the aft cockpit with the canopy. The gorgeous fairly new (back when we hired her) Dancing Light from Herbert Woods, I could go on all day.

I think my favourite type of boat over all though is centre cockpits or maybe even the sedans with patio doors and big aft decks or even the bathtubs which I love....... see what I mean  x

[Norfolk Boating Memories]

The moment you drive into the boat yard and see all the hustle and bustle, the engineers and cleaners doing their thing, the engines being checked and run.

The first step onto your chosen boat for a week or two and thinking to yourself as you do with all the boats you hire, this is the one I'm going to buy 

That first night aboard, sipping a glass of wine out on the bow as the sun sets, magical x

[My Day]

Oh please! Do behave  x

[Womack Bakery]

Isn't that what debate is all about. Starting at a point and after going completely off topic end up back at the beginning

Just watch Question Time in the House of Commons, this Forum and it's members are far more informed and make much more sense than that ruddy lot  

Good, healthy debate is fine as long as we don't get nasty x

[My Day]

49 minutes ago, Chelsea14Ian said:

Only shoes,no 🍷 wine?

Mum and I had the wine in the wine bar on the way home  x

[Lionesses 2023]

18 minutes ago, CeePee1952 said:

I'm one of the rare breed of men that hates football with a passion! I suppose being born and raised in Rugby Warwickshire didn't help as I was brought up to play with that funny shaped inflated piece of leather which I contnued to do so during my army career. However I have nothing but admiration for the Lionesses and hope they can achieve what the men rarely seem to do. My personal opinion is that the men's professional football overall is now nothing more than a great big money earner for companies and players alike. I also agree 100% with Smoggy's post above 

Chris

I know it's not everyone's cup of tea but agree with you entirely. I just think we should feel proud at what the girls have achieved so far and what a brilliant bunch they are. There was a time when girls were not allowed to play football and now it's on screens all over the world and if they bring it home what a ruddy brilliant achievement to be Euro champions and world cup champions too

Now the rugby thing I don't get or golf come to that although I have often thought about taking it up when I fail miserably at fishing  x

[My Day]

I dare not say what school uniforms cost me yesterday although the final bill might have had something to do with the new shoes I added on the end  x

[Lionesses 2023]

I know some of you hate footie and would rather watch paint dry but I will be at my parents to watch it, I have had football drummed into me since I was little. I enjoy a good game and feel very proud the girls have reached the final

Good luck and all the best to them and their brilliant manager Sarina. Even if they lose, they reached a World Cup Final, they should be proud of that 

 x

[The 4 W's Afloat 2 Sep 23]

2 minutes ago, CeePee1952 said:

Ha Ha, learnt my lesson from the first time about making detailed plans Gracie 

Chris

I'm keeping me gob shut  x

[The 4 W's Afloat 2 Sep 23]

Have a great time Chris and Brenda  Great itinerary  x

[A Bargain?]

If I want to go to the Cinema, I will go to the Cinema. If I want to go to a Festival, I will go to a Festival. If i want to hire a boat, I will go to the Broads. Why? Because it is a beautiful peaceful place to be, nothing quite beats it for me or my family

I showed a couple of these posts to my dad who has been holidaying on the Broads for more years I can remember both on land and water. Far from being an old person stuck in his ways he summed it up for me when he said and I quote...."All that needs to happen is for the BA to stop closing moorings and cater for the boater both private and hire, for people to realise it is a boating holiday and not clubbing in Ibiza"

Does anyone remember when you used to choose a boat, turn up at your chosen yard and know fully what to expect for the next week or two and love every minute, I do  x

[A Bargain?]

I think, for what it's worth, the last two posts have hit the nail firmly on the head x

[Places To Eat On The Northern Broads]

Not everyone is going to like the same things so I do understand where you're coming from Helen. I have very fond memories of The Bridge Inn, being there with my parents and having the best time so I guess I might be a little bit biased  x

[Places To Eat On The Northern Broads]

All of the above especially The Bridge Inn, Acle

I would like to add The Kings Head Wroxham, never had a bad meal there, also stayed in their rooms which were comfy and right by the river too. The garden is great for having a drink and watching the boats come and go. Nothing to dislike really

 

[Lionesses 2023]

Well done to the girls, they have been brilliant, we may well be bringing it home 

No rolling about in agony like they are on their last legs only to get up and carry on five minutes later, no spitting and not too many temper tantrums either.......take note boys  x

[Santa Baby]

Noooooooooo! I've just been in my local Tesco Express and they have tins of sweets on display.......and I brought two to be put in the Christmas (sorry) cupboard and will be eaten before August is out 

On 11/08/2023 at 05:32, CeePee1952 said:

Grrrrrrr! Can't get that flipping song  out of my head now! 

Chris

I loathe every time  the We Sell Any Car advert comes on the telly and the people jump out of their car singing "I sold my car ". I can never get that out of my head and now it's back in there, thanks Chris  

[Boat Fire]

Someones pride and joy, how very sad. Thank goodness there was no one on board, at least a boat can be replaced. I don't suppose that's much consolation for the owners though x

[An Adventure Of Mystique]

I agree about the stretch from Sracey to Yarmouth, we have also used that time to shower etc. I still don't like missing a moment when I am on board though. 

I would love for you to give it a try Jean, when it's beautiful weather Breydon is like a mirror and so peaceful, magical in fact. When the weather is not so good it gets a tad choppy, I love that too. When the boys were younger they thought they were going to sea  You will of course if you don't go the right way 

Sorry Simon for thread drift, loving your holiday tale and photos, thank you x

[Happy Yorkshire Day...]

I've been to Yorkshire many years ago and found it to be beautiful and the people friendly. Their Yorkshire puddings are to die for with lashings of gravy, gravy is not mean't for chips, salt and vinegar for chips 

In fact I remember a candle maker from Yorkshire...... He was halfway through making a batch of red candles. He had been working without a break for hours, so his wife bought him a plate of cheese for sustenance

He was so keen to finish working he ignored the food and continued to be engrossed in his labours

All of a sudden he let out a mighty sneeze and sent the red hot wax flying

He opened his eyes and saw the wax had completely covered his cheese supper. He cried out in anguish 

"EEEE DAMN!"

 x

[How Busy Can It Get?]

Leave well alone, they have probably forgotten all about it, I can understand how you feel though.

Failing that you could wait until dark and untie his ropes   x