After a couple of days at Walsham Gates in the shade to escape the heat we had to move for services. So back to Cartbridge via Newark and Papercourt Locks.

Built in 1633 Newark is one of the oldest locks in the UK and is called so because of its proximity to Newark Priory. Only a few walls remain standing of this 12 to 13th Century building for Augustian monks. It was mainly destroyed during the reformation of Henry VIII.

After the Marina Services, and a quick shower which did nothing to alleviate the effects of heat, we moored at our usual spot in Send, Highbridge, for a quick shop. There was no shade here, and as the temps hit 30 again, a mooring around the corner provided some relief. To early for the pub, but OK for morning tea.

Whisper cruised past with Brian enquiring about our electrical problems. The amp meter is working fine…..so the smart gauge has now decided to play up ! So long as we can keep cruising for another week……then I’ll get the mobile mechanic to take another look. As the sun moved around we decided to head for our first nights spot near Send Church Bridge as it has good shade. Just one lock, Triggs, set in our favour by Whisper 👍

Fortunately nobody was moored there, and i spent the rest of the afternoon moving PT up and down to keep in the shade, as well as washing the rear deck boards. Tomorrow’s forecast is for 29, we will head for Guildford and a chemist for Hazel’s cold.