dollypop

We went, we love anything 40's. It was a brilliant weekend - two quid parking and a fiver entry fee. Well worth it, and the weather was the icing on the cake. Lola Lamour was as ever in fine voice. Well worth putting the dates for next year in your diary - probably the first weekend in October again.

Did you manage to the the preparation ok? Was thinking of you.....

Hi Tree, just checked your boat, nothings a roosting, no poops, and all looks well

Oh, I wish I was moored slightly north of Northants, I'd gladly come and help with the preparation. A decent orbital sander, plenty of filler and a lot of elbow grease should have your boat ready for her new coat in no time. Best wishes

Mavis found the Stationmasters erection unimpressive.....

Thanks - we are looking to get AWAY from the boat for a few days - much as we love it, and thought about taking a trip somewhere this weekend. I imagine it will be pretty busy there after the programme, but Wiltshire is lovely, so we may make it our destination and stop for a nice pint. Cheers!

Having watched the programme, I'm interested to know whether the project has turned out to be a success story......

Went to Braunston for a meal last night.The BOATMAN ( part of the Marston chain ) is very spacious, clean, serves real ale - never had a bad pint but sometimes they've only got EPA - and is great for families as there is a nice play area. The food is typical Marstons fayre, but was well cooked. I opted for the Feta Tart and my carnivorous man had the Chicken and Ribs Combo. Both were delicious. Best of all is the Two for One on the main menu, so it's value for money. The moorings are good, and the village of Braunston is lovely to walk around. We also stopped at the ADMIRAL NELSON. It looks quite run down, but there were paint pots dotted around, so it looks promising. Carnivore had a pint of Doombar which went down well. Had a look at the menu which offered the unusual, including Soft Boiled Duck Egg served with buttered Asparagus tips, and it was reasonably priced. We will return at the weekend methinks to sample said menu. Did Hillmorton a few weeks ago, and popped into Badseys. Was too late for a meal, but the atmosphere was very pleasant, the beer good, and the location a little gem. Another favourite for an after work pint is THE WHARF at BUGBROOKE. Good moorings and beer, menu slightly pricey buy very canine friendly.

It was so much better when it was the old type of Labour Exchange! Now that's feeling old....

Hello there,sad situation. Ring 0844 496 8000. Gone are the days when you can walk into a Benefit Office and speak to an adviser. It appears all to be done by telephone. It wont be impossible to claim, but if it's JSA ( Job Seekers Allowance ) you need then you must avail yourself to sign on at a designated office each fortnight. My other half works for DWP and I'll be happy to pick his brains for you. Best wishes in these trying times.