This morning saw a complete change in weather from yesterday. Cloud, very windy and blowing thru rain we held off moving until after morning tea when the rain abated somewhat. Penny started first, heading upstream to Shepperton Lock, and ultimately getting to Staines Upon Thames.

With the poor weather we decided to go downstream, but it was soon evident that locking could be a challenge, so called upon our friend Sue at Walton Marina to say hi and see what the weather would do after lunch. It was great to catch up with somebody from our T42 and Pyrford Marina days.

After lunch onboard the weather hadn’t improved much so we decided to head back to the Wey, and possibly the Anchor Inn

After 10 minutes the drizzle turned into showers, then heavy rain. Time for the waterproofs as H retreated into the cabin. Turning into the Wey, Thames and Shepperton junction I spied a 40’ long 24 hour free mooring….which we quickly occupied ! The rain continued on and off all afternoon, with the sun finally emerging as I write this blog at 7pm. We will lock up the Wey tomorrow, with a few services and shopping required.