Back in Blue Haven for a spell

We arrived back yesterday just after lunch, setting out from Newbold late morning. We were delighted that it was dry whilst doing Hilmorton Locks. Last time, it was drenching wet! Our Swan family were delighted to see us again, asking for feeding as late as 11pm! You'll know Rosie and Jim, and over the summer they delivered Chris and Robin. Now all four hiss and coo waiting for the special duck and swan pellets we get from the pet shop. We've just come back from a trip to Braunston where we collected special side plates for the Morso stove - they sit inside the sides and force the coal to the centre. So hopefully it will mean less coal and more heat. Watch this space!