Tempest Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 12 hours ago, OldBerkshireBoy said: Before people go making plans there is the little matter of conditions being met at every stage. We will be making plans for our week on Moonlight Shadow... If it is cancelled again, so be it But we will definitely be making plans, as for us it's part of the fun, getting ready for another trip Lifejackets - check Dog food - check Alcohol - check Β ππ» 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mouldy Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 15 hours ago, DAVIDH said: Interesting that the Stay At Home rule ends on the 29th March, though people should "try" to stay local. Sounds as though those with their own boats, will be able to stay on them from that date,Β before the self contained holiday lets open up. (Doesn't apply to me). Sure the BA will clarify.Β Itβs the same as last year. Β Travel restrictions were eased in May, but there were no overstays permitted until 4th July. Β It did mean that we were permitted to travel to our boats to get them cleaned up and even go for a chug up the river, as long as we werenβt out overnight. Β As long as the BA wake up and open theΒ rivers, Iβm sure that we will take advantage of that. Β Itβs been a long time since mid December and Norfolk Lady will be requiring some TLC. Β I might even see our newΒ canopy that was fitted in January for the first time!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meantime Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 54 minutes ago, Mouldy said: As long as the BA wake up and open theΒ rivers, I think you will find that the BA have not closed the rivers at all, the Government has stopped you from travelling to your boat. As and when the Government restrictions are lifted I will first off visit my boat, then use it for the day and finally stay on it overnight, no matter what interpretation the BA might want to put on any Government legislation. The Government run the country, the BA just do a rather poor job at times of managing and maintaining a small part of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Mouldy said: As long as the BA wake up and open theΒ rivers, They are not closed, indeed the BA has been beavering away, as far as restrictions allow.Β 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessan Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 3 hours ago, Tempest said: But we will definitely be making plans, as for us it's part of the fun, getting ready for another trip Lifejackets - check Dog food - check Alcohol - check Face masks - check. Hand sanitiser - check.Β π Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessan Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 17 hours ago, DAVIDH said: Interesting that the Stay At Home rule ends on the 29th March, though people should "try" to stay local. Sounds as though those with their own boats, will be able to stay on them from that date,Β before the self contained holiday lets open up. (Doesn't apply to me). Sure the BA will clarify.Β The government website clearly states no overnighting away from home until 12 April at the earliest.Β Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mouldy Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 33 minutes ago, JennyMorgan said: They are not closed, indeed the BA has been beavering away, as far as restrictions allow.Β The BA website advisesΒ to minimise travel, even for liveaboards. Β I guess that will need to be revised, given that recreational activities ashouldΒ be allowed by then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vaughan Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 So if the pubs are closed, you will have to bring one with you! Β Β These were regular customers, from Germany, who had measured up the situation the year before so that they could get under the bridges. But only just! They managed to cruise all of the Camargue as far as Agde, on the Canal du Midi, and back again without lowering the tent. That's not a barbecue on the saloon roof - it's live keyboard music! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Mouldy said: The BA website advisesΒ to minimise travel, even for liveaboards. Indeed they did, a question of travelling but the rivers were not closed as such, it was the actual travelling that was restricted. Not saying that the BA didn't revel in the situation though! Don't see the boating public accepting any BA monkey business this time around. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshman Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 I am assuming privateers as from the 29th Mar but no overnighting until 12th April - as long as the beans add up! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 It wouldn't make much difference to us, let's be blunt, the days when you could drift from one excellent riverside boozer to the next are long gone. Few of them are as good as they once were, most are distinctly average, and in some cases that is being very polite.Β The Ferry at Surlingham and Bridge at Acle are the only two we would make a point of visiting any more. There are one or two others we will visit if we are in the vicinity but wouldn't make a special trip.Β Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulN Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 Totally agree Paul. Our 2 favorites are The Ferry House at Surlingham and the Bridge Inn at Acle. We have always found service and food quality excellent. We were also regulars at The New Inn Horning, but not at all impressed with what we received under the new management last year, although will give it another try when the Covid issue is over. But of course 'The Gus Factor' isn't their, which is such a shame. We also use toΒ enjoy the Maltsters at Ranworth, but the jury is out their since the landlord left at the end of 2019. Will give it another try though.Β Β Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 7 minutes ago, PaulN said: Totally agree Paul. Our 2 favorites are The Ferry House at Surlingham and the Bridge Inn at Acle. We have always found service and food quality excellent. We were also regulars at The New Inn Horning, but not at all impressed with what we received under the new management last year, although will give it another try when the Covid issue is over. But of course 'The Gus Factor' isn't their, which is such a shame. We also use toΒ enjoy the Maltsters at Ranworth, but the jury is out their since the landlord left at the end of 2019. Will give it another try though.Β Β I agree with the Ferry House at Surlingham, I have not been to the Bridge inn for many years. I still enjoy a meal at the Waters Edge and oftenΒ go to the Yare when allowed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 The WhitehorseΒ at Chegrave in my view is excellent. Always enjoy goingΒ there. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CambridgeCabby Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 Donβt forget The White Horse Upton , an example of how a community pub can be runΒ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mouldy Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 I agree with The Ferry House and The Bridge Inn. Β The last time we went to The New Inn at Rockland the food was good, although the pub itself seems a little sterile. Β The Lion at Thurne is another one we like to visit when on the northern rivers. Β Weβd intended to go to Upton last September, but weβre thwarted by the threat of strong winds and high tides, which meant we had to head back across Breydon earlier than planned. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YnysMon Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 Both White Horses (Chedgrave and Upton) get a thumbs up from us.Β Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwanR Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 For anyone worried about the pubs being closed I can announce that MacDonald's inside Roy's has reopened for takeaways ...Β 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 5 minutes ago, SwanR said: For anyone worried about the pubs being closed I can announce that MacDonald's inside Roy's has reopened for takeaways ...Β Without which no holiday could possibly be complete!Β 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempest Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 On 24/02/2021 at 00:08, Paul said: The Ferry at Surlingham and Bridge at Acle are the only two we would make a point of visiting any more We love both those venues, but we have also had good times at the Lion at Thurne, White Horse at Neastished, Sutton Staithe, Recruiting Sergeant at Coltishall, Rising Sun at Coltishall, Swan Inn at Horning, Kings Arms at Ludham, Fur and Feather's, White Horse at Chedgrave, Kings Head at Loddon and Yare at Brundall. They are all very different, some quirky, some rustic, some lacking in many areas, but mainly we go for dog and people friendly establishments where you can chat with staff and customers go alone or in a group and we have found these to be welcoming to 2 and 4 legged friends alikeΒ πΊπΊπππ₯π· 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 Good point Tempest, though your post reminds me of pubs we used to love and which no longer get over excited about. We used to make a point of having lunch at the Fur and Feather, on a sunny day their garden was the best place on earth almost, but the food prices suddenly shot up and even by broads standards became unrealistic, and it's not somewhere we would walk to just for a pint. As a result we haven't been for many a long year. I must look at their menu again and see how it compares now.Β The Recruiting Sergeant, along with the Crooked Barn at Oulton Broad was our number one place to eat before we had the children, and still would be if it were just us. So the fact that we no longer visit them is because of our changes, not theirs and that point should be made out of fairness to them.Β Β Β Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAULG Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 Yes definitely, the weight of the cans and bottles might even get me under Potter heighamΒ bridgeΒ Β would have to be careful not to drink that much I could not get backΒ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Paul said: Good point Tempest, though your post reminds me of pubs we used to love and which no longer get over excited about. We used to make a point of having lunch at the Fur and Feather, on a sunny day their garden was the best place on earth almost, but the food prices suddenly shot up and even by broads standards became unrealistic, and it's not somewhere we would walk to just for a pint. As a result we haven't been for many a long year. I must look at their menu again and see how it compares now.Β The Recruiting Sergeant, along with the Crooked Barn at Oulton Broad was our number one place to eat before we had the children, and still would be if it were just us. So the fact that we no longer visit them is because of our changes, not theirs and that point should be made out of fairness to them.Β Β Β Think the Chef thinks he's in London. Last time we were there,looked at the menu,which was well over the top.Went to Potter Sausage bap and a beer.Saving lots of money.Β Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxwellian Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Chelsea14Ian said: Think the Chef thinks he's in London. Last time we were there,looked at the menu,which was well over the top.Went to Potter Sausage bap and a beer.Saving lots of money.Β Horses for courses. We were in there last year as a couple and enjoyed it very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 5 minutes ago, Maxwellian said: Horses for courses. We were in there last year as a couple and enjoyed it very much. There speaks the treasurer On our last visit we ate a burger, sticky toffee pudding and a couple of pints of Nelson's apieceΒ at nearly Β£70 for the two of us. It was OK, but not worth Β£70. We used to spend a lot of money in the brewery shop as well when we visited, which they are not getting now. They have priced themselves above the Recruiting Sergeant but the quality of food and service is well short of the RS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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