Driving through hail
Tuesday dawned bright and sunny but the forcast looked gloomy with predicted thunder and heavy rain. We were fortunate to only get a heavy downpoor but it was of hail the size of peas. Intrepid Graham continues to weather the storm and I retreated to the cabin.
Rolling countryside
The countryside was lovely with rolling hills and wooded areas.
Foxton Locks
We had heard a lot about these locks which take boats down a 75ft descent, We booked in and had the usual wait pleasantly spent chatting to other boaters before starting our descent. The locks were pleasant to operate and the views lovely. The engineering of this set of locks is very clever and as we progressed, it seemed even more impressive as it was opened in 1812. It was a very enjoyable experience.
In the last lock
View from tonight's mooring
After negotiating the swing bridge we moored for the night, We are heading for Market Harborough tomorrow and the weather looks to be improving. We can dawdle as much as we want as a lock closure for a few days just before Leicester means we will have to spend time in this area.
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