A Nice Trip Before Barnoldswick
Taking a mini-break from the Leeds Liverpool Canal, we travelled the Witchway, & flew to Nice via Liverpool Airport with our middle grandson. The post A Nice Trip Before Barnoldswick appeared first...
View ArticleImpressed By Improvements From Wigan to Blackburn
In the six years since we cruised from Wigan to Blackburn, there have been significant improvements to the amount of rubbish around. The post Impressed By Improvements From Wigan to Blackburn appeared...
View ArticleSummer 2024 Adventures on the Leeds Liverpool Canal
Although it's seven months since we left the Leeds Liverpool Canal, we're posting the last of our hectic adventures for posterity ... The post Summer 2024 Adventures on the Leeds Liverpool Canal...
View ArticleResilience and Community: Our Calendar Club Journey
After a busy summer hiatus, we reflect on our time running a Calendar Club store for 113 days. We faced severe cold and physical strain challenges, but also formed meaningful connections with customers...
View ArticleIdyllic Encounters with Wildlife and Natural Phenomena on Leeds Liverpool Canal
Continuing our journey along this wonderful canal, we experienced many unexpected magical moments to treasure. The post Idyllic Encounters with Wildlife and Natural Phenomena on Leeds Liverpool Canal...
View ArticleThrough Barry’s Lens – The Amazing Aurora 10th May 2024
We unexpectedly witnessed the Northern Lights recently, along with many others in the UK and across the world. It was a mesmerising experience. Here Barry shares his impressive photos ... Prepare to be...
View ArticleAdventures Between Foulridge And Saltersforth
We travelled from the fascinating Foulridge Tunnel, to learn more about the Pendle Witches, then an abandoned canal arm near Barnoldswick. The post Adventures Between Foulridge And Saltersforth...
View ArticleReaching The Summit – From Burnley To Barrowford
After a stay on the Burnley Embankment, including a night with friends in Rossendale, we headed up the Barrowford locks to the canal summit The post Reaching The Summit – From Burnley To Barrowford...
View ArticleCruising From Blackburn to Burnley With A Couple Of Kiwis
Our previous two experiences on this section of the canal, are of travelling swiftly to get through quickly. This time was vastly different. Join us to discover why ... The post Cruising From Blackburn...
View ArticleEnjoying Cruising The Canals Again
In February, we left our winter marina mooring to cruise the canals again. Initially visiting the Bridgewater Canal, before arriving in Wigan. The post Enjoying Cruising The Canals Again appeared first...
View ArticleSix Months Later Barry’s New Hip Update & More
In November 2022, Barry received shocking news about his arthritis. After several setbacks, he finally underwent hip replacement surgery a year later, which went well. The couple spent time at...
View ArticleTwo Months Recovery In Tattenhall Marina
This afternoon we've moored up at Tattenhall Marina, in readiness for Barry's impending hip replacement. Last night we saw the blue supermoon The post Two Months Recovery In Tattenhall Marina appeared...
View ArticleAn Extended Stay On The Lovely Llangollen Canal
We initially explored the Llangollen Canal shortly after purchasing our first narrowboat, Northern Pride, in April 2009. We loved it then, and our feelings have only since magnified. Admittedly it's...
View ArticleBarry & Sandra Celebrate Ten Years With CRT
Who would've guessed that agreeing to be on a Q & A panel at a Crick Boat Show in 2015, would lead to film star status for us? Read on ... The post Barry & Sandra Celebrate Ten Years With CRT...
View ArticleBarry’s Images UK August 2021 Onwards (Part 3)
Part 3 of Barry's images since August 2021, covers our journey from Chester to Parbold, en route to Liverpool. There are some super shots ... The post Barry’s Images UK August 2021 Onwards (Part 3)...
View ArticleBarry’s Images UK August 2021 Onwards (Part 2)
Enjoy the 2nd of Barry's slideshows. Our journey from Harecastle Tunnel to Ellesmere Port during winter 2021/22. With a few added extras ... The post Barry’s Images UK August 2021 Onwards (Part 2)...
View ArticleBarry’s UK Images August 2021 Onwards (Part 1)
Better late than never. Barry has finally edited & chosen a selection of stunning images from our travels since August 2021. Here's part 1. The post Barry’s UK Images August 2021 Onwards (Part 1)...
View ArticleNarrowboating Over Winter 2021 to 2022
Narrowboating over a British winter isn't for the fainthearted, but we're used to the ups and downs of it and enjoy the quietness on the cut. The post Narrowboating Over Winter 2021 to 2022 appeared...
View ArticleWhat Is It Like Being Back On The Boat?
Having been back onboard our narrowboat now for almost two weeks, we're able to reflect on how it feels after a year living in New Zealand. The post What Is It Like Being Back On The Boat? appeared...
View ArticleSettling Back In Blighty On Board NB Areandare
Leaving Gisborne on Sunday 1st August, we flew back to the UK on Thursday 5th August. It's an interesting time to be flying that's for sure! The post Settling Back In Blighty On Board NB Areandare...
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