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It was not a silly picture. One day there will be an incident at Reedham. I used to live at Reedham, I often visit Reedham. I have spoken to many of the residents of Reedham. I have over the years spoken to many of the quay attendant. All are of the same mind. The water can be very cold, bitterly cold. If you fall in wearing waterproof, warm layers of clothing and no life jacket you have little chance. Your first wave, of your three, is I am here. The second please help. The third......goodbye. We will wave back. Old Wussername

Count the life jackets being worn by the crew of those boats navigating the bridge. Did they care, nope. Did they understand. Nope. If one or two of them fell in.......how would they get out. Who would get them out? Andrew.

In the fullness of time and especially because of the circumstances of the present day it might be considered appropriate to revisit our current practice of running engines whilst at moorings. I suspect that many people who have respiratory issues and those who might be just experiencing such issues might just welcome a consideration from others. Andrew

Absolutely fantastic. How you have the patience I do not know. Or indeed the knowledge of where to start. Indeed the vision to achieve the final outcome. Thanks for sharing. May I also include Grendle and Mr Q, for their contribution to Norfolk modelling.

I always thought that most food was zero rated. It is the service element which is vatable.

Was the helm in charge of the boat? Was the helm aware of his responsibility towards his crew.? Did the helm have any concept of his responsibility with regard to other craft? Finally did the helm have control of the boat? Finally, accidents, serious incidents involving death, life changing incidents, invariably are not caused by an isolated incident but a combination of factors. Perhaps, just perhaps, we have witnessed the possible escalation of a serious issue. Thankfully this did not happen.

Surely the Broads Authority will have the forsight to have a Ranger at Ranworth to supervise the arrivals and departures. Andrew.

I am local. I have lived in Norfolk all my life. Several generations of my family have been involved in the hire boat industry and are still involved. I am fearful of the final outcome of this dreadful virus for the tourist industry in Norfolk and the Broads industry in particular. I have been told to be alert. Well, I have been trying my best to be alert for several years. I don't think I'm very good at it. But I am aware. I am aware that I am old and vulnerable. I have been told that I am shielding, whatever that means. I have a whole raft of medical issues. But I enjoy being here, I look forward to all you people coming to Norfolk. Please come. I shant be there to help you moor. To have a yarn, a mardle, a laugh and a joke. Be alert. But also be aware and that some of us old codgers have to be as well. Old Wussername

I have been on the Electric Eel. Sadly no toilet. However not a long trip so not an issue. It was from How Hill if I remember and a trip which I thoughly recommend. As for Nobby a wonderful character. Many a tale to be told. Andrew

I've been on it. Full of OAP's. Excuse me Mr Captain sir. I need a pee! Useless thing. Unless you are near a mangrove swamp or amongst the Everglades. May I suggest that, together with the Spirit of Breydon it is laid to rest at Stalham. That most excellent venue the Museum of the Broads. Andrew

Yes it is a scam. I am having an OAP relapse. How do the perpetrators of the evil deed make their money?

Marshy, absolutely wrong! The control of covid virus 19 is based on Track and Trace. Without going into obvious detail how do you Trace a person in a caravan, in a tent, in an unknown holiday home......on a boat, could be moored anywhere. That person who has beyond doubt been in contact with a friend or relative lying in an incubator. That person who needs to be informed that he is a carrier and can infect, will infect others. Andrew

Hi Mike I was not aware of hordes at GY. Not surprising really, I only live 10 miles away but rarely visit. However have not been aware from the media anyway of any significant problem. I stand to be corrected.

Hedging their bets. I hope. Norfolk is not ready for an influx of people at this moment in time. It cannot cope, and will not cope. Be patient, there will be a time in the very near future when confidence on both sides will be recognised. But not yet. Andrew

History is always written by the winners. When two cultures clash, the loser is obliterated, and the winner writes the history books-books which glorify their own cause and disparage the conquered foe. As Napoleon once said, 'What is history, but a fable agreed upon?” ― Dan Brown, The Da Vinci Code

I liked your post MB. I would also like to thank you as well. So I have done so here. Andrew

Could have been you mate, coming home at silly o'clock. That's why mother would have been worried.

I think that many shore based toilets leave much to be be desired, irrespective of the virus issue. May this prompt the authorities to up their game.

He will need a box to put it in!

The Broadland Knot master speaking. Having observed knots of generations of visitors and private owners I have come to the conclusion that if you don't know knots "tie lots". You may find that a well meaning local will tie your boat up for you. Thank him. His effort will be a silly thing. Once he has gone creep up surreptitiously, untie it and create your own magnificent wonder. The bigger the knot the better. It is your mooring post. Go for it. Fill the post up. If you have got 30 ft of rope, use it. Wrap it round and round. The feel good factor will be unbelievable, don't forget to stand back and admire it, this work of art. Retire for the night, not for a night cap, we are talking a night hat, a big one. Safe in the knowledge that all is well. Unless the tide turns. Night night sweet repose, half the bed and all the clothes. Old Wussername

The very man. You would be ill advised to sniff at his advice. He tells good jokes as well!

All sound advice. And one constantly learns from others and their experiences. I have seen accidents on the Broads, thankfully no fatalities, but close, very close. I have seen injuries that have ruined holidays, injuries that have changed people's lives. Injuries that could have been avoided If only they had followed the basic rules which most helm and crew follow. Regrettably not all. However I know a man, a tiler aptly named, who only allows those who are qualified to join his crew. If not, they are given instruction before they cast off. It would be of interest, of benefit, to us all if this man of experience would be willing, to give us an insight to his knowledge and experience. Perhaps in the fullness of time he would give it a shot! Andrew

Is there hope. Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning. Winston Churchill

Try wiping with isopropyl alcohol wipes. Used by the medical profession before injections prior to intravenous procedure. The isopropyl must be in a solution of at least 70%. Used by tattoists and nail bars. May also be used in antibacterial hand jell. Old Wussername.

Please read again Victorvy comment. I have escaped death from this cancer due to early intervention. ,(for the time being). Any issues, any doubts or fears please pm me. I am not a doctor. I have been invited on more than one occasion to meet with trainee doctors at the University here in Norwich to discuss issues as part of their training. I will not advise you. I am not medical qualified. But I know a man who is. It may be peace of mind that you seek. He is a qualified cancer nurse of many years experience working for the Big C. If anyone of you have concerns I would be pleased to make the introduction. Nothing more nothing less. I would have no further involvement. Keep safe for your family and yourself. Andrew.