Newfies Afloat

[Tempest]

1 hour ago, Mouldy said:

 

Okay boss?? 😂😉

Love you Malcolm!

😘

[Mouldy]

Aw gee, thanks!! 

[Smoggy]

And the opposite view.

[Tempest]

I am going to get a complex with all these side on photos....

With others doing it right!

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[Tempest]

Wonderful meal last night as Julie had the lasagne and I went for Steak and Ale in a large Yorkshire with chips

The food was delicious and hearty, just how we like it

We have had breakfast this morning at the Ferry House and aren't rushing to leave as we are going to give the boat a wash down, top up the water and a once over inside before taking the dogs for a walk down the riverbank

And no I still can't the images upright from my phone and I have tried submitting them the wrong way up, landscape, portrait...

Whatever I try doesn't appear to work

 

[Mouldy]

49 minutes ago, Tempest said:

And no I still can't the images upright from my phone and I have tried submitting them the wrong way up, landscape, portrait...

Whatever I try doesn't appear to work

 

What happens if you take them in landscape format?

 

[CambridgeCabby]

I too get “wonky” pics when I upload from my phone , a simple solution is to screen shot the pic and upload the screen shot which will display correctly 

[Tempest]

1 hour ago, Mouldy said:

What happens if you take them in landscape format?

Landscape... worked!

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[Tempest]

What an absolutely wonderful day

We had the regular breakfast at the Ferry House, Surlingham before taking the dogs on a good walk by the side of the river.

Then we made our way back to the boat, topped up the water and made the sort journey to Bramerton Common

Ohhh and what a beautiful sunny day we had

The weather was unbelievable and I now have a sore skin tightening head, due to the sun

We stayed on the common all day and just chilled and it actually made us realise how lucky we are to have shares in such a wonderful boat and be able to visit such an amazing location.

Around 4pm we made our way to the Woods End for a couple of drinks

Julie loved her Mother's Day bottle of Pinot Grigio in such a lovely setting

The skies were so blue and the water so calm

We then made our way back to the boat and had a glass of wine beside the boat, before we had a shepherds pie on board

Food has now been eaten and the sun is setting on another wonderful day 

We will take the dogs for a walk before settling down for the evening

Tomorrow?

We are thinking Loddon...but this may change!

 

[SwanR]

It was a cloudy morning that brightened into a beautiful afternoon. Haven't been to Bramerton for a long time but always loved it there.

[YnysMon]

Looks like you’ve had the most wonderful day. Love to hear how others are enjoying their time on MS.

Hope the rest of the week is as enjoyable. I know the weather is likely to get colder, but we don’t mind that normally. Isn’t it great being on the rivers this time of year.

[Tempest]

9 hours ago, YnysMon said:

Isn’t it great being on the rivers this time of year.

It most certainly is Helen

We were tucked up by 9pm as being out in the fresh air all day got to us all

It's a bit misty this morning with a slight chill in the air, but it's still very pleasant and I am just getting ready to take the dogs out for their first walk of the day 

 

[Tempest]

The river was so calm this morning as we "bimbled" down the river, through Surlingham Broad and back onto the main river towards Reedham

We saw 3 private craft and 6 hirers this morning out and about with boats from Bridgecraft, Herbert Woods, Ferry Marina, Richardsons and Barnes Brinkcraft so there is a right mix at the moment and it's nice to see a number venturing south

We waved to Silver Lady as we passed her at Brundall Gardens mooring near to a Broom Captain

We are now at Langley Dyke for a spot of lunch and a walk for the dogs and the sun is starting to appear again

 

It is very mild but the peace and tranquility is being spoilt slightly from 100 squawking crows nested in the trees next to the dyke

But we aren't to fussed as otherwise it's is a gorgeous spot

 

[Mouldy]

26 minutes ago, Tempest said:

We are now at Langley Dyke for a spot of lunch . . . .

It is very mild but the peace and tranquility is being spoilt slightly from 100 squawking crows nested in the trees next to the dyke

 

I keep telling people not to moor at Langley Dyke, because of those noisy bloody birds. It a dreadful place. 😉

[ExSurveyor]

I can just about see my boat in the first photo 😁

At least the cover is still on the roof.

 

[Tempest]

What an amazing day again

We had a lovely walk down the dyke and beside the river with Roxy and Yogi

 

 

The sun started to come out as we were at Langley and it just got warmer and warmer as the day progressed

 

 

 

By the time we reached Cantley the clouds had virtually disappeared for the day

 

We then made our way up the Chet to Loddon

We love this run, although due to the recent dredging it doesn't look as picturesque as it used to, but I am sure it will pick up once the plant life takes over 

 

We are now tucked in at Loddon Staithe alongside Lightening

 

We had a walk up towards the King's Head, turned left onto the public footpath and made our way down to the river before turning right towards Pyres Mill, out through the car park, up the hill and down another footpath which brings you back into the village by the church near the Co-op

Time for a drink as Roxy is a little tired!

Needs must!

 

[Tempest]

We had a few drinks in the king's head and when we got back to the moorings we noted we had been joined by Thunder

So we now had Lightening, Moonlight Shadow and Thunder all moored together which was nice to see

I do feel for them though as they can't drop there roof and front screen...

 

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But we had an amazing meal from the Raj Indian at Loddon ans now we are extremely full and relaxing on board 

 

[Tempest]

Good morning NBN members

It's a lovely mild albeit overcast morning at Loddon

 

 

[Karizma]

11 hours ago, Tempest said:

Good morning NBN members

It's a lovely mild albeit overcast morning at Loddon

 

 

nice line up, equally spaced - we hope to be there this weekend (fingers crossed).

[Tempest]

So today we made the decision to head back home tomorrow

The weather isn't looking great tomorrow and with 2 large dogs, we have to make a decision not just based on what we want, but what's best for Moonlight Shadow, the syndicate members and our Newfies

So today we made our way down the Chet and up the Yare to one of our favourite places, but a place we had never had lunch before, so we thought we would rectify that and yes....we have already visited once on this trip and that was the Ferry House, Surlingham

So we have now had breakfast, lunch and evening meal at the Ferry House and on every visit it had been a hive of activity with loads of returning customers

We both had Cod and Chips with mushy peas....can't be doing with chasing garden peas round the plate...and we both agreed it was stunning!

We had booked a pump out and refuel at Swancraft (shadow boats) for 3pm so made our way there after lunch and it was great to chat to Paul (owner) who is such a top bloke who goes the extra mile to support you

Then it was the short journey back to our mooring and the packing and cleaning commenced

We are now settled down for the evening with a plan to set off home whenever we get up

It's the first time we have been on MS since the new engine which is so much quieter and cleaner than the previous one, but there is still work to be done as the drive is a little weak forwards and reverse, the ropes need replacing soon, we couldn't get the saloon lights to work, the aft heads water pump seemed weak and the mop was broken on our arrival.

So a few bits to sort, but that's the beauty of boating.....always something to fix!

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[BroadAmbition]

‘always something to fix’

Theres an understatement if ever there was one!

Griff

[YnysMon]

Shame you are having to go home early Warren. Hopefully you’ll have more luck with the weather next time. 

[Tempest]

8 hours ago, YnysMon said:

Shame you are having to go home early Warren. Hopefully you’ll have more luck with the weather next time. 

We planned to head home either Thursday evening or Friday morning as I am working Saturday, and the first 4 days were far better than we could have imagined so no complaints

We are back down in May and are already looking forward to it

Enjoy your next trip

 

[Tempest]

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!!!

🍻🍺🍷🍾🥃🍸🍹

 

[Guest]

A very busy weekend for you. Have a great time, and enjoy your time on the rivers when you finally get there