Tempest

We left our mooring around 10am and made our way to Ludham Bridge, watching the wildlife find all manner of locations to rest We visited Ludham Bridge Stores and took the dogs for a stroll up the riverbank Before setting off again up the Ant, where we passed someone who shouted "Are you Warren with those big dogs" who was moored at How Hill. Whoever you are, it was nice to meet your passing acquaintance! We are now at Gays Staithe have a spot of lunch. It has rained a bit and it's currently dry, albeit overcast with more rain due this afternoon and evening

She was already to be lifted as we left. We are currently at Ludham Bridge as the rain starts to fall and it's a lot quieter on the rivers than I expected.

She has been moved this morning and is now at the Boat lift. I already know this was the right move for us and looking forward to many years boating from our new home.

Would have been nice to see you on and have a catch up Hope you had a good day

We decided against a walk into Horning as the dogs were shattered after the long journey, so we put them in the car again and drove to Roy's car park next to Hoveton Park and took them for a stroll before stopping off for a drink at the King's Head It was lovely relaxing by the river and the dogs enjoyed sitting or lying down on the grass whilst we had a drink I then walked to Ken's Chippy for 2 Cod, 1 chips and 1 peas before we headed back to the boat, open a bottle of wine and had our chippy tea It's lovely now as we are relaxing in the marina and all I can hear is the snoring of my dogs!!!! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 And it's a simply stunning evening

We set off from home around 1230 for a leisurely drive, arriving at Ivy's Farm around 3pm It was lovely sat on the decking, albeit a bit warm for Roxy and Yogi We had a break for an hour and then finished off the last 2 hours of the journey, arriving just after 5pm on what is a glorious evening in the marina Just unloading the car, getting the berth set up and then it will be a stroll into Horning with the dogs on this relaxing first day for us

Been a wonderful day celebrating our sons 30th Birthday Tomorrow we travel to Norfolk!

So we should have been heading to Norfolk today for our first trip on Moonlight Shadow from her new home at Horning Pleasurecraft, but it's Julie's birthday today (I have informed her that I am looking at trading her in for a younger model! 😂) and our son has booked a meal tonight at a local restaurant. Then Saturday is our sons 30th birthday and as we have a large garden and more importantly for him a bar, he wants to have a party at ours and has invited many of his mates round! As a result we will be setting off Sunday afternoon with a view to arriving at the boatyard around 7pm Hence missing the meet this weekend, but we will be with you in spirit....or more likely knowing our family and friends...lots of spirits, and beer and wine!!! 🍻🍺🍷🍾🥃🍸🍹

More than welcome We are probably heading up the Ant Monday / Tuesday, Wednesday we are going to give them a swim at Salhouse Broad so will probably spend the day and evening there and Thursday we are heading back to Horning If you see us, by all means come across and say hello

Have a wonderful time and really sorry we couldnt be there We are on Moonlight Shadow that week also....... But its my sons birthday on Saturday and we are having a bit of a do, back in "Bolton" so wont get to the marina until Sunday evening as we are travelling to Norfolk Sunday afternoon when you lot will have finished your fun! Hope to see a few of you over the week though if still around Have a great meet

My pleasure Helen I think its great that our members interact so regularly on the Whatsapp group and are keen to keep submitting blogs and other key information for the website We are certainly on the up as a group

Loved the write up Helen On our last trip from Loddon to the Yare along the Chet we startled a deer on the banking which then started to run for some considerable distance along the bank in the same direction we were heading. The poor thing must have thought they were being chased! It eventually darted left through some reeds and out of sight I never tire of the wildlife you get to see (for those who care to look) on the Broads Look forward to reading your next update

The mind is a wonderful thing and people can get very set in their ways! My wife will only have Cod......albeit when I have been to the chippy and for an experiment, bought Haddock instead (and not mentioned it), she has eaten it without hesitation or thought that it wasn't her favourite choice, because in her mind it was Cod. I went to a social event last week with my brother, his wife and my son. They had 2 lagers on offer (Carling and Coors) The Coors was frothing like mad and took ages to pull a decent pint, but my brother and sister in law both insisted on Coors because they can't stand Carling! I later went to the bar on my own and asked for 4 pints of Carling, but could they put 2 pint in a Coors glass for me because I couldn't be bothered waiting for a pint which was so difficult to pull. They did and my brother even commented "now that's a proper pint" Yep........... Ohh what a powerful thing your mind is!!🤣

Deepest condolences to you and your close friends family and friends at this sad time

Neither did I and until someone proved to me it was I would do it and plead ignorance...

We recall sitting watching a very large (approx 60ft), very expensive, sea going, private vessel trying to moor side on in Brundall on the main river Yare with a skipper on board who obviously had no idea what he was doing He messed around for at least 30 minutes before he "luckily" managed to get in, during which this vessel was stern in, bow in, 90 degrees to the quay and much worse! He obviously was using a vessel he had absolutely no idea how to manoeuvre. I was refueling at the time and was told by the quay attendant that they get loads buying boats worth up to £1 million who have no idea how to handle a boat and don't even bother to get any training! So I fully understand!

I must admit, I would regularly sign the declaration to say I could handle the boat and didn't need a trial run, I was content with a walk through and around the vessel to find out where all the "bits" where located I found the trial run a waste of time as it usually meant slow manoeuvres in a marina, or onto a river with little tidal changes or current and back to drop off the employee (normally at Stalham) I really don't know what you can do to change this as each boatyard is located in different places and none can replicate the issues you would have at the various locations around the broads I really can't see trial runs being of much benefit unless there are a set number of manoeuvres that must be completed to confirm a level of competence which all the hire yards adhere to

Gorgeous photos and a great blog

Do you have an aerial view of the location? Silly to ask I know, but can't wait for us to move! This has been a long time coming, very drawn out and then as quick as a flash we are going!

We would regularly hire that type of boat because we have large dogs and a guardrail / pulpit is difficult for them to duck under, especially when stern moored at low tide I wouldn't like to see these boats requiring to be changed due to a tragic accident We understand the risks when moving around the outside of the boat and take precautions. I have walked down the side of a boat and tripped over the centre cleat before, and luckily I remained on the boat, but I wouldn't advocate removing all centre cleats for example

The takeover time is after 4pm when the maintenance crew have been on board As a syndicate we are content with this all year round and many (like us) will arrive early and enjoy the wonderful village of Horning or other locations MS is equipped with navigation lights and is insured for night travel so it isn't an issue if the members want to remain on MS at the marina or venture out in the evening

To be fair, where I reside the farmers would have just put up some post and wire fencing for their land with the appropriate signage irrespective of what any "outsider" may have deemed to be their property. But it doesnt excuse threats to cause criminal damage to innocent boaters who are using the facilities unbeknown to any dispute All a bit pathetic in my view and the farmer should be extremely ashamed

Fantastic effort Is it possible to video the "wetting" and get it on YouTube?

Thanks Helen Keeps me out of mischief!

Fantastic pictures and holiday blog to date Malcolm We have ventured up to Dilham a few times and really like that run and the Bumble Barn B&B cottages we stayed at last year was owned by the landlord of the Cross Keys and the food and welcome there was first class You will have to send me a version for the website when you get back and I will upload it for you