New lock gates have arrived by barge and lie waiting their installation at Stanstead Abbots. I spoke to the engineer in charge of the lock r...

Dave asked where, in relation to the waterways sytem we are currently moored. This map shows all.

Hertford is not what you'd expect really. For a County town it is very small and undeveloped. Lots of nice old buildings, including the ...

This week, Jacob joins the crew. Its Friday and today we only had time for a short trip through the nearest lock and back. Good practice at ...

Kath at craft work on board Kath and Herbie at the Saracen'sHead

Drink driver woman seen on river Lea

We’re finding our feet, and receiving a welcome here. Thursday night we were invited along to a Mick’s boat for a glass or three of wine. Mi...

Well here we are! A nice cold sunny day and we’re aboard. Wi Fi access is OK but can't seem to post photos on the blog at the moment. S...

Only a week and a day until we take over Herbie, and we are making preparations. We've now booked a secure mooring at High Line Yachtin...

On Tuesday we went up to meet Roy and Valerie (present owners) on Herbie to have a test drive and go over the boat noting where everything w...

February 9th is the magic day! Well be getting the keys and staying on Herbie that night as Kath is going on a course in Knebworth the foll...

When we went to view Herbie it was a bitterly cold afternoon, but inside with the solid fuel stove on it was really warm and cosy. The radi...