Day 38 Saturday May 17 - Happy birthday Nashie!

 Leaving Sheffield today. Walked up to train station and caught the train to Skipton, with a quick stop over in Leeds. Graeme and Maureen met us at the station and walked us back to the motel where we are staying.


Our accommodation 

Front view of Railway Inn

Skipton is such a pretty town. We got Thai takeaway from this little place. Fellow running it was turning 70 this year and his Thai wife was 42. His eldest child from a previous marriage was 52 and his youngest from his Thai wife was 6! It was the funniest experience, no matter what we ordered or how much, it cost all of us £22.50 each couple - cash! 

Graeme and Maureen walking home after dinner

One of the streets in Skipton

Heading off on the canal boats tomorrow. This will be a real experience as there has hardly been any rainfall for so long, they’re closing the locks on Thursday due to low water levels. We have the boats from Sunday to Sunday so not sure how this works! If they close them, they won’t re-open til September! 

The canal boats in Skipton - how beautiful does it look! 

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  1. Pam and VernonMay 17, 2025 at 3:44 PM

    Good luck on the boats!! Don’t get lost at sea!!

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  2. Pam and VernonMay 17, 2025 at 4:14 PM

    Wasn’t sure if I should mention it but….don't forget to check the anchor is attached to the anchor rope before you throw it overboard??

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  3. FernieMay 18, 2025 at 7:49 AM

    Sounds like you guys are having a great adventure. We have one more day in London before heading to Paris.

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    1. marmyMay 19, 2025 at 1:05 PM

      The weather looks spectacular Trish…lots of photos back dropped by beautiful blue skies. Enjoy your time in the boats xxx

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