We’ve now finished this year’s adventure on Vagabond – we are moored up in sight of the Willeymore Lock Tavern ready for tonight’s meal and handover tomorrow.

Our trip has consisted of around 75 miles of canal, 28 locks, 14 lift bridges, 6 tunnels, 4 aquaducts and 4 narrow sections. It’s been a great time, helped by a lot of decent summer weather. It’s just a shame that Barney hasn’t enjoyed being in the boat this trip – we certainly won’t be inviting him again…