A few hours chugging thru 8 locks and onto the Plume of Feathers at Barlaston and a birthday luncheon at Neil Morrissey’s place
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Taking on water in Stone before the Stone 4 locks – flying Viv’s flag
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Viv drove for four locks – lots more confidence now
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An arty shot of the ground paddles – winding these up lets water into the lock.
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Bridge 99 – one of the many scenic bridges we encounter
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Just had to take this photo – it was the false eyes!