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Only if someone pay's it John. I know what it changed hands for in about 1982, and it was a fraction of that sum! Maurice

Good morning Iain. If its the person I think it is from you're description. He passed away last years, and was in his 80s. Yes the bridge is a bit low! Maurice

Yes I guess it would have created a mystery for you! I think however The Wood Farm Inn is in the same place it has always been. The Wayford Bridge Inn was in fact built over the existing Wood Farm Inn. So technically its still there as part of the structure of The Wayford Bridge Inn. Though not recognisable as it once was. So yes you did find it! Maurice

Thank you Iain. Much appreciated. Afraid its on going but better than it was. I did have a nice trip out on the Humber last weekend on the Humber Keel Comrade. It was nice to be on the water again. I will try and put some pictures of the trip on soon. Some members might be interested. Maurice

I havn't posted for some time now due to illness. I am a little out of touch with things Broadland at present. However I can supply some historical information re these moorings. I! I remember correctly a late friend of mine bought this property, and renamed it the Wood farm Inn in about 1982. A short while after he also bought the moorings in question. Out of interest it was a very small percentage of what is being asked now. I do know he was not allowed permanent moorings. He charged for overnight mooring which was refunded if the boat hirer/owner ate in the pub. Very few people did moor there, and I doubt he got a return even on the amount he paid for it then. He, and his family sold the pub some years later. The houseboats had no connection at all with the pub. I have no idea what the situation was once he sold the property. The price asked sounds a lot for a strip of land that you could do little with.

Hi Chameleon. Yes know all of those especially Elsham. Been to Crowle a few times. Maurice

Thank Jeff. My mistake. I see you live in Barton. I have relatives there and in South Ferriby. Maurice

Hi Jeff. I am rather fond of "Ull" even though its across the water. It has those funny phone boxes. Did they run out of red paint? I recommended it for a day out much maligned, very unfairly. Lots to see and all very close by, and of course this year Hull is the City of culture. Well deserved too. The Maritime Quarter is also worth a look. Maurice

You just have to be impressed !! Maurice

That's North of the Humber language. Once across that bridge everything changes. I used to think we paid a toll for the bridge. Perhaps its a fee for entering Yorkshire! Fortunately I can understand the Language my Father came from over the dark side!! No offence folks............Just my humour. A lovely part of the country. £3.10 to get in, and they charge you again to come out again. Even the Welsh don't do that! Maurice

I remember all of the things mentioned. However I have decided to go into denial, and blame my age!!! Maurice

Welcome Paul & Mary. Reading of your trip around from Boston was interesting, and brought back some memories for me. I will look forward to more of your tales on both the Broads, and at sea. Maurice

Many years ago I worked for a towing company on the Thames, and we were contracted to tow a very old houseboat to the Upper Thames. Its name was "Llamedos" Please read from right to left! She was an unlucky vessel. twelve months later she sank on her moorings, and we were involved in her salvage. Perhaps the name was not a lucky one! Maurice

Welcome from me Kev on this warm last day of October! Have a great holiday. Maurice

Welcome from me Biscuiteer. Have a great holiday! Maurice

Yes Frank I have used it on wood too with good results. with rust the results are very dramatic! I have even removed rust stains from a sail using a weak solution, Maurice

Yes Frank. It certainly does work. Its available on Ebay, and its as cheap as chips! Just dilute in water and apply. It come with instructions. I tend to mix with water. Then make it weaker or stronger depending how severe it is. Make sure you wash it well afterwards with fresh water. I suggest rubber gloves, and eye protection when using it. Maurice

Just as a matter of interest,and I don't recommend it for outside use. Wilco also do a water based varnish in both satin, and gloss. It dries in about an hour, and dries as hard as nails. I am rather sold on it. I have now used it on many projects with excellent results. Word of warning it has the colour of milk when you apply it, but dries perfectly clear. I can't recall the price off hand but its less expensive than their solvent based varnish. Maurice

Welcome from me Baitrunner. Maurice

My word Baitrunner. You do frequent some upmarket establishments. Looks very rustic for Surrey. Very innovative though. Reminds me of a pub I know in outback Australia. Maurice

Steve. If you take the cartridge home to empty, you may not need to empty it down the toilet. Most houses have a manhole cover usually close to the kitchen/bathroom outlet. You can empty it down there. It will end up in the same place and far more convenient than doing it in the house. They mostly have a lightweight hatch. Maurice

My word Falcon. That does seem a lot of work. Did make me laugh though! However there is another alternative. Go on to Ebay choose a nice design of your chosen name. Order said laser cut graphics. Remove old name apply new one. Stand back, and say. Cor I made a really great job of that! then off you go to the pub to celebrate. Job done! Maurice

Hi Steve & Debs Well done on the purchase of your new boat. I am sure you will enjoy your time on her. Re name change. This is just superstition. Many commercial ships, and fishing vessels, when they are sold to new owners have their name changed. Often as part of the sale contract, because an owner wishes to retain the name for a new vessel............I don't know of any that have gone to the bottom because someone had the temerity to change the name of a vessel! lol Perhaps storm or tempest or even negligence. I have indeed done this myself, and still consider myself a lucky man! (Changed the name I mean!) Enjoy. Maurice

Lovely photo of a beautiful boat. Maurice

I have a recollection of reading a similar article as that of Highlander. It stated that she had used this number, and received a bill for £50!! The DWP said they were aware of this scam, and were warning people that they never use this type of number. We all have to be so aware these days. Maurice