Tyna

The Wind! We were gently floating our flappy thing down the Bure with the tide and no wind in sight. Approaching the waterworks a very strong gust of wind came from nowhere and knocked our Thurne class flat on it's side with the main sail almost touching the water. The first thing I knew was whilst still sitting on the bench I was looking down at my partner who was up to his armpits in water. The yacht righted itself and we bailed like fury. A motor cruiser who witnessed it came to our aid and told us he had seen a mini tornado type event come almost straight down on us from above. It certainly did not come from over my shoulder as my hat was loosely plonked on my head and there it remained. Since then I have lost my confidence in sailing and only go out on calm days.

Martham Broad

When I last ate their some two years ago (same owners I believe), I was offered both choices, a vegetarian main to accompany a vast range of veg for the same price as the meat carvery or "just" a very large plate of veg for a reduced price. I think it was something like £3 cheaper. The range of veg was extensive an easily made a good meal on its own.

Just read this blog, truly magical https://frameworktravel.home.blog/2022/06/12/sit-a-while-with-me/?fbclid=IwAR1lHbspny1baZvTCscb-YLPideTFR-KYOBSrJBB0J8-ftQI2h-ecyObWz

Waterside Marine at PH have an Aquafibre 32 new in. Well within your price bracket complete with bow thruster. https://www.watersidemarinesales.co.uk/boat/aquafibre-32-jay/

Ha ha, no I am Tyna, who retired and moved to Martham so I can go sailing (Thurne Class Yacht) everyday and am just living the dream.

I know nothing about batteries but did watch the Narrow Boat Pirate, vlog about adding a Lithium Hybrid to an existing battery bank. Not sure if this is relevant.

The Hemsby Lifeboat hold an annual Herring festival in August.

Me too.

Try going to the Martham Parish Council website http://marthampc.org.uk/ then at the top of the page are the different sections, there is one called New to Martham.

http://marthampc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Welcome-Pack-Version19.pdf This lists lots of the clubs in and around Martham. I also live in Martham so feel free to ask any questions.

This site has listed all 31 footpaths around Martham http://marthamnorfolk.co.uk/?page_id=1245

As per their job advert on Indeed "Welcome to the Stonegate Group! We are the largest pub company in the UK and employ thousands of staff across our pubs, bars, clubs, and pub support center. Life at Stonegate is exciting, fast-paced, and always fun. We love investing in our employees and run an award-winning training program that helps our teams reach their goals of becoming General Managers, Area Managers, and everything in between. If you are customer-focused, passionate, and hard-working we want to hear from you! What are we doing? We are looking to take the New Inn to New Heights by spending some cash on the decor, changing the drinks offer, and updating the food menu. Want to know what the future looks like? Then pop along to our sister pub, The Lamb Inn, Norwich to get an idea of the offer and amazing vibe."

In these Covid times the number of people due to hire the boat can change at the last minute as people drop out and others are added, original requests for double duvets become two singles etc. This information may not reach the cleaning crew who tend to work from a schedule printed off the day before.

Prince of Light is a Starlight 29, the day boats are Starlight 24, both Andrew Wolstenholme designs.

I acquired a few Herbert Woods maps last year and they are price marked £4.

How about Prince of Light from 16th Oct, 7 days @ £627. Newish, compact boat ideal for two.

Best wishes, hope you feel better soon.

Thank you all for your tips, hints and suggestions. My partner now has new ears courtesy of the NHS, and they have changed his life. From referral by the GP to fitting took five days, well done to the NHS.

You could try one of the free online hearing tests, this is what alerted my partner that he needed a full hearing test. https://www.bootshearingcare.com/online-hearing-test/

We live in Martham, Norfolk. Although Specsavers are recognised Audiologists for some of the county this is not the case for our GP.

My partner now needs bilateral hearing aids. He has to decide between NHS and private and before spending in excess of £2000 has anyone got any tips or advice please.

Hickling outdid itself today. We took our yacht Green Forester out and saw a Bittern, four Swallowtail Butterflies as well as numerous herons and marsh harriers. It truly is a magical place.

Clipper is a high peak gaff. My partner who had her last week end said one tip for you is to take the tacks slowly. If you try to spin her around fast she looses all momentum. Enjoy.