This is the one I posted two days ago, and then reposted when it didn't
appear!
On 28 Jul 2008, at 13:19, Bruce Napier wrote:
>
> On 25 Jul 2008, at 18:53, Sallyann Ford wrote:
>
>> When we went to the Hawne Basin we were received like old friends by
>> all and the tunnel was not a problem
>> with best wishes
>> Sallyann
>>
> My thanks to all who advised on this - we are just back from spending
> last night there. I'll give a full account in the blog, but for the
> benefit of those who don't normally read my burblings:
>
> We found the canal between Windmill End and Gosty Hill reminiscent of
> the first bit of the Caldon - adjectives ranging from grotty to grim
> ran through my mind.
>
> Two sections of the tunnel were low enough that we had to take the
> flower pots off the roof, so a bit lower than Harecastle, but no worse
> than some Middle Level bridges. The tunnel itself is downright spooky -
> not sure why, except the combination of height (for most of it), two
> stretches of very low stuff, and the "narrer and shaller" effect came
> together to make it like no other we've negotiated.
>
> Folks in Hawne Basin were indeed very welcoming, and the diesel was the
> cheapest we've had this year. The basin location is not exactly
> photogenic, unless you are into urban/industrial scenery.
>
> In sum, we're glad we've been there, but won't be rushing back any time
> soon.
>
> Thanks again for all the advice.
> ––
> All the best
>
> Bruce
>
> There are no strangers on the cut, only boaters we've yet to meet.
>
>
> ––
> All the best
>
> Bruce
>
> There are no strangers on the cut, only boaters we've yet to meet.
>
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All the best
Bruce
There are no strangers on the cut, only boaters we've yet to meet.
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