A peaceful wending of our ways through the rest of Loughborough and on towards Kegworth although the route was not always clearly indicated or, indeed, visible until the last minute. Saw a brief flash of kingfisher as it flew up from a dive, but Mike missed it.
Locks not too bad but not looking forward to Kegworth Deep Lock. As we arrived at the lock, a young couple walked up and offered to help. They had a young baby who was being carried in a sling by her father. They were very sweet and the father was climbing over the locks very surefootedly with his daughter, Virginia Rose. He told us he was into free running and had good balance but my heart was in my mouth watching him.
Chatted while the lock filled and we thanked them for all their help. It looked like rain and they were walking back to Kegworth and were tired and thirsty, so we offered them drinks and a lift, which they accepted with delight. They loved the boat and chattered all the way. Let them off at Kegworth Shallow Lock with much waving and many smiles. A lovely encounter.
On to the River Trent and up to Sawley Lock, which is not the easiest to access from the river side. Entered the Marina with grace and polish due to the ineffable skills of the helmsman and were safe in our berth by 4.30pm. The end of a brilliant adventure with wonderful friends and company all the way.
Feeling a little sad but also starting to plan our next one. Cannot wait! Now to get through all that washing and cleaning.
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