Day 1 - Tuesday 9th September

Warings Green to Rowington - 7 miles, 19 locks, 2 lift bridges

Had to collect a letter from Rachael's so I did that while Paul went to Lady Lane to turn the boat around.

So we set off for our third trip of the year.



Descending the Lapworth flight

Got into a queue behind three hire boats going down Lapworth flight, the boat immediately in front of us seemed to be having trouble managing boat but got quite stroppy when asked if he needed help.

Met Kernow heading up the flight and had a quick chat. They were heading for the Bluebell.







Cruised onto the Grand Union towards Warwick, moored on the embankment above the old "Cock Horse". Not another boat in sight, weather still amazing. Quiet night crosswording and watching TV.

Bought two more brasses for hatch door at lock 14 café - Hatton and Lapworth flights, they are said to be unique to the café.

We saw a very bright, low, orange moon - apparently a "super moon"- the closest it comes to earth.