[Water Rail Out And About.]

Now at Loddon basin, not noticed this sign before…😎

Anyone ever double moored stern on?

[Water Rail Out And About.]

As an update to the chains at Hardly Cross, the rangers were there this morning repair/replacing them. They said someone had falling  in, but I didn’t realise it was you. 
 

And yes the mooring is still very slippery and as a solo helm I WAS wearing a life jacket…😎

[The Aweigh App]

I don’t know either, it’s not clear is it? All I can say is the sunrise and sunset times appear to be  BST…😎

[An Early Encore]

A great choice of boat for solo helming. Enjoy the rest of your holiday…😎

 

This is Chiltern Lady at Ranworth in January 2022

[Spring Meet 2024 Sign Up Page]

Chiltern Lady, probably on my own, 2 nights please.

[The Bridge Inn, Acle]

Thanks for posting that. Those prices look very tempting and at a place we like to go…😎

[Horning Post Office]

On 17/01/2024 at 09:49, floydraser said:

 

I've just noticed, and I may be the only one, but are you two twins? I'm looking at your pics above.

Separated at birth, or should that be berth?

[Horning Post Office]

How about the PO moving into the pub? Maybe the two struggling types of businesses could share the overheads and make a go of it…😎

[Turn Your Thermostat Down . . Or Do You?]

So, in danger of thread drift, what’s the answer to the age old question, is it more economical to leave the heating on low 24/7 or on high(er) twice a day?

[Horning Pleasurecraft]

Wouldn’t it be great if there are more ‘public moorings ‘ in Horning…😎

[The Broads Is Not A National Park!]

3 hours ago, Mouldy said:

Oooh!  That hurt.  As an incoming suburban retiree, I resent that generalisation.  I keep my boat on The Broads, spend quite a lot of my money on maintenance at a Broadland marina, spend money at Broadland businesses when onboard, whether in shops or pubs.  Since moving here, we’ve spent multiple thousands of pounds with local businesses refurbishing our home.

Ive been coming to The Broads for over 50 years and it was a long held ambition to move to the county when I retired.  I remain extremely grateful that I will spend the remainder of my life in a county in which I feel so very comfortable and am proud to call my home.

And as a local I’d say you’re very welcome…😎

[Rip Ian Hathaway]

So sorry Alan for you and the family. Whilst I didn’t know your Dad I followed and enjoyed his tales. R.I.P.

[Richardsons]

41 minutes ago, MargeandParge said:

A cynic might think that they could franchise the visitors centres to (now let me think) and they could then make a charge for any visitors moorings in the vicinity either side of the river to cover staffing costs .

Kindest Regards Marge and Parge 

That would never work surely…🤔

[Possible Tidal Surge 21st Dec]

Yep, had an email the the EA warning the barrier is to likely to be raised at Herbert Woods today until Sunday when they will review…😎

 

[Lifejackets]

11 hours ago, kpnut said:

 

It’s normally only in my pocket if I’ve been on a mooring a while and going out or coming back from a walk. 
 

But serves as a reminder to have it in a waterproof pouch maybe? What a hassle that’d be. 

I’ve used a waterproof holder since I lost 2 phones from a shirt pocket, not at the same time, whilst mooring. I might even start wearing a life jacket following your tale…😎

[Space At Cove Marina]

PM Sent…😎

[De Jar Vu]

3 hours ago, BroadAmbition said:

You've gotta be kidding me really?  I thought it was sorta getting back to normal?

I'm due to be afloat from this evening, need to get under Ludham bridge tomorrow ideally without taking the top down at 7ft7"  Mooring up without having to wear wellies would be good too.  Was hoping to get under Wroxham bridge too (Astern!)

Griff

Good luck, you’ll make the best of it as usual. Hope all is well…😎

[Norfolk Broads Forum]

Maybe I shouldn’t ask here, but does anyone know what has happened to this forum, it appears not to have been available for some time.

[Springer’s Retreat On The Rivers]

Mrs Bluebell made me redundant from decorating last year. We now have a young professional working his way through the house having painted the outside last summer.

i haven’t missed it at all…😎

[Springer’s Retreat On The Rivers]

Regarding the fenders not working in the high water levels, I keep a couple of spares on long lines with weights on the bottom to stop them floating too high…😎

[Another 10%]

Well, that’s something to look forward to 🤬

It’s harsh on top of all the previous years increases, but I don’t expect much sympathy. After all we must all be minted…😎

[Well That Was Easy…]

Pennant arrived by post today. Thanks for the prompt service, I think maybe I should head over to Potter to fit it now…😎

[Well That Was Easy…]

38 minutes ago, ExSurveyor said:

Thank you,

I am on the boat this week but took the precaution of bringing some shop bits and envelopes with me just in case.

I will post it out to you in the morning.

Thanks, but there is no hurry. Please post it at your convenience. Cheers…😎

[Well That Was Easy…]

I decided the pennant on Chiltern Lady needs replacing. I’ve ordered a new one online in a matter of seconds, quicker than Amazon…😎

[How Busy Can It Get?]

I had a Webasto on Chiltern Lady, it needed repairing, but sadly parts were no longer available (it was 1995 vintage). I was surprised at the cost of a replacement unit, so went for the Autoterm (Planar UK) heater. It fitted the existing exhaust and air ducts and diesel connections (thanks to Paul, Muddy Waters for his help in fitting). I’ve been pleased with the performance of this 4Kw heater and would recommend it.

Hope that helps Maurice Mynah…😎