Down the Atherstone Eleven

We set off a little after nine this morning, it was a bright and sunny day and fortunately remained so throughout the day.

 Passing Harts Hill historic maintenance yard with its iconic clock tower

 As we approached the top lock at Atherstone we spied Nb. Milly M, Maffi's boat moored up.

 Waiting at the top lock

 

We planned to service the boat at the top of the locks but were beaten to it by another crew so we waited patiently and then along came Maffi and his dog Molly. As soon as we had serviced the boat Maffi reappeared and helped me lock Yarwood down the first five locks.

 Maffi trying to get Molly to sit

 

 Maffi having given up the dog obedience stuff

Maffi Nil: Molly one

 

 I had got my trusty wheels out to do the flight ( Maffi not impressed) and after the first five locks we moored up while I headed into town to get some provisions from Aldi.  That done, we had a quick lunch break before setting off again to complete the flight.

 Check out this photo....A DOG WITH TWO TAILS!!!

 

 Moored up just past Grendon Dock