MauriceMynah Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Sadly I'm not onboard until the 6th. I just hope that between now and then we don't have so much rain I can't get under the bridge! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetAnne Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 On 26/06/2020 at 06:22, Vaughan said: I assume this one must be for spares? I believe this one is being prepared for MauriceMynah's proposed European cruise later in the year 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 I think the assumption that it was going to be busy was correct... https://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norfolk-broads-holiday-bookings-1-6718491 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessan Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 That EDP article seems to imply that more people are booking short breaks rather than full weeks. More cleaning time for the boatyards but I suppose a bit more income as pro rata short breaks are more expensive. I think that the roads on the weekend of the 4/5 July, and even on the 6th could well be a little busy! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bexs Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Interesting contrast between Vaughan's observations in France and Andy's comments above. I was born in Poole and knowing the beaches in the area well I was shocked and worried by the scenes yesterday. Do our European friends have a more cautious culture?It would have broken your heart to see it. It’s was just appalling. I thought about taking the children to Studland Beach for a few hours, as soon as we woke up when it would still be quiet. But then decided I just didn’t want to be a part of it, even as a resident.We normally take the rib to the beach to avoid the traffic and crowded spots even on a normal weekend. We don’t like crowds even under normal circumstances. Sent from my iPhone using Norfolk Broads Network 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Now people have a choice, take the risk and travel by 'air bridge' to join the masses abroad, head towards the Broads or stay at home. Personally we shall be staying at home this year!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwanR Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Or if the Broads are fully booked they may start to look at other parts of England. I’m not sure we will think about boating again until next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Yes but Jean, if everybody thinks like that, the broads will be deserted! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshman Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Oh dear Jean - you have me worried! I have been out at least 3 days this week!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broads01 Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 12 hours ago, NorfolkNog said: I'd hate to be heading for Horning or Ranworth in just over a week! I'd absolutely love to be heading for Horning or Ranworth in just over a week but I need to be patient for a while longer as I'm not booked until August 22nd. Lots of boat activity adds to the fun for me as long as I mix it in with some quiet time as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 Nice thought Simon but I wouldn't envy you trying to find a mooring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 Marina and I are hoping to be up on the boat mid July.A few hurdles to overcome first.I'm on ANTIBIOTICS for another ten days,due to my chest infection .Two days ago I got a update from the NHS regarding sheilding.The bottom line theres not much I will be allowed in there advice from now from July 6. According to the advice I can form a support bubble of six people from other households outside.I still cant go to shops.Since 23 March 2020,I've stuck to the guildlines.The NHS/Government have informed me sheilding will end from 1 August,and I can return to work providing my employers prove its covad safe.We have spoken about us getting to the boat,so decided to go for it.In all honesty we can reduce risks to myself, its just us in the car and boat.I will mainly do cooking on board.Very much looking forward to it.Sheilding has been far from easy.I do feel for those in flats many of which have only just started to leave the house for once a day. I will some how carry on doing my walk in aid of the British lung foundation,not sure how but well do it. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessan Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 That all sounds very positive Ian, the government’s letter of course is advice and provided you are sensible (which you are) all will be well I’m sure. What could be better than keeping to yourselves on the boat? Go and enjoy - I will be too! 🙂 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 I'm surprised ,despite being so careful I got a chest infection. Having COPD, makes me more prone to infections.Something I've learnt to life with.Not sure where we will go,anywhere will be good. Happy boating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 Good for you Ian, it sounds like a great idea and after shielding for so long a beak that you can take safely will be good for you both. Enjoy! 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwanR Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 That does indeed sound like a very reasonable thing to do Ian. You've done as much as you can and now hopefully it's time to get back to other things you enjoy. They say we're less likely to catch the virus outdoors so some fresh Norfolk and Suffolk Broads air sounds like a plan. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 As I feared. https://www.northnorfolknews.co.uk/news/responsible-tourism-norfolk-beauty-spots-1-6719648 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExSurveyor Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 I have friends in Norway and Greece, all saying the same thing, it isn't just UK Sad old world we are becoming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveO Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 We in the south of England have seen increasingly obnoxious, rude, aggressive and even violent behaviour among (largely) youngsters at the bigger seaside resorts over the last 2-3 weeks. Strange how lockdown was supposed to make us a more caring society and more respectful of the planet. In reality it seems to have had exactly the opposite effect. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floydraser Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 12 hours ago, JennyMorgan said: As I feared. https://www.northnorfolknews.co.uk/news/responsible-tourism-norfolk-beauty-spots-1-6719648 And they blame our generation for the state of the environment! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vaughan Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 47 minutes ago, floydraser said: And they blame our generation for the state of the environment! I don't think that is at all a fair comparison as "our generation" has a great deal to be ashamed of. My argument, however, would be off topic, so I will leave it there! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 41 minutes ago, Vaughan said: "our generation" has a great deal to be ashamed of. And proud of, just like any other generation really. But I take your point about going back to topic 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 I suspect that 'Floyd's' point was the hypocrisy of those who criticize their forebears whilst continuing to exude vast quantities of rubbish on the countryside themselves. Maybe it's not a generational thing though, today's society does seem prone to leaving a great deal of rubbish behind them, possibly considering it's someone else's job job to clear up after them. "It doesn't matter, someone else will clear up after me/us". 3 hours ago, Vaughan said: our generation" has a great deal to be ashamed of. Each following generation is left to clear up after its predecessor and so it will go on, probably into eternity. No excuse for the mountains of crap left at beauty spots though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 Nobody remember the Mods and Rockers fighting at Hastings then? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted June 29, 2020 Share Posted June 29, 2020 We are planning a flying visit to Whelptons this week, but with Phill shielding it is a logistical nightmare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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