Just watched Britain Afloat, on BBC1.On the London addition it was about Thames barges.Very good and interesting. Some years back,thanks to Alan, Marina and I had two weekends on Centaur.The first out of Maldon the second from Ipswich. The accommodation is a bit basic to say the least.We paid a little extra to have our own cabin.Theres a skipper and two mates.You all share the work.from pulling up the sails,Shown how to helm. And feed the crew.Guess who did Saturday dinner.A great way to spend a weekend.
Ian