To Rugby

A rather simple day - plain cruising! The weather was not forecast to be too good, with a threat of rain but, in the event, it was quite pleasant, especially in the afternoon.

We continued down the Ashby to Marston Junction where we made a sharp right turn onto the Coventry. From there it is a short distance to Hawesbury - with the former pumping house alongside. We paused only briefly to empty the elsan and dispose of rubbish before turning into Sutton Stop lock.

We enjoyed a long lunch break - by now we had clarified our plans, especially as Christine would like to visit Rugby tomorrow. Mooring at the Tesco bridge means that we do not have to hurry too much.

Mike spent most of the morning re-writing his program in the light of further tests. This new version seemed perform well all afternoon without interruption! Along the way there is plenty to watch - if one is not reading - including the large number of tiny ducklings, goslings and cygnets.

Later in the afternoon we passed through the short Newbold Tunnel on the outskirts of Rugby. We moored as planned on the edge the town and then went to Tesco to re-stock the cupboards; Christine had done a stock check in preparation for our next, longer trip. On our return from the supermarket we were rather more laden than we had anticipated! We also found out about a bus service into town for the morning.