Recent content by LimL

New lock keeper Curtis and his wife doing a magnificent job

I owned a Reflection 23 from new for several years. Ideal for Thames (at Penton Hook at the time) and took her down to Guildford/ Godalming on the Wey many times too. Good boat and positive with outdrive is that you can adjust its position in shallow water or when moored.

Forum members might like to respond to DEFRA's survey about the proposed programme to reduce storm sewage discharges. https://consult.defra.gov.uk/water-industry/storm-overflows-discharge-reduction-plan/ This is something of importance that directly affects all river users.

How about this?

Yes, and not a single sign. Just the post stumps!

Did I notice that Salters are still using it as their pier?

I wrote to Mark Hill, EA Waterways Manager in June and this was his reply on 30th June: “… with regard the sunken vessel. We let a contract with a local marine engineer in late May. Unfortunately his plant has been delayed by other emergency one (sic) the river in Oxford. As soon as this is...

Just remember, guys and girls, before you become too excited-whether you are pleased or disappointed… think of the money and resources that the EA has spent and now wasted on this enterprise. + likely costs of compensating DE . “Our” 58% will be paying for this, money that could have been spent...

Plain sailing: Boating holidays on the rise across the UK Plain sailing: Boating holidays on the rise across the UK

Day’s Lock update- no “no mooring” signs any more but landowner might have discovered “environmentally friendly?!” answer- area covered in sheep droppings, strong smell of s—t and plague of flies ? Enjoy…

Best Wishes for the future ?

This is from the suggested supplier’s description of the valve. “ It is important that prior to purchase you fully understand the implications of a tap with this air gap. This tap needs to be installed ideally with a pressure and flow restrictor (not supplied) inline before the tap. If flow or...

Maybe a more positive development? H&F, Sir John Ritblat and Foster + Partners unveil radical new plans for Hammersmith Bridge

Yes, I strongly recommend Chris on Merchant too. Good price, efficient and friendly service ?