Day 30 - Newark to Torksey Lock

Thursday 1st September

20 miles, 3 locks

A very exciting day for Paul and another glorious one weather wise.

Set off before 9.00 to Nether lock. Paul about to operate it himself when the lock keeper arrived.

Leaving Cromwell Lock on the tidal stretch

After an hour or so cruise to Cromwell lock we had a 30 minute wait for the tide. Went down with two cruisers who sped away ahead of us.

Obviously didn't meet many boats as all cruises are controlled by the tide times. After less than three hours we arrived at Torksey lock and the Fossdyke navigation where the lock keeper was ready with enough water to get us up on to the navigation. Moored for the night on visitor moorings.

Moored above Torksey Lock

Wandered both to Torksey Lock village and Torksey itself - got a distant view of the ruins of Torksey Castle which is unusual as the lower half was built of stone and the upper of red brick.

Visited the Torksey Lock cafe - strange but lovely sold second hand books, puzzles, teddies and crafts as well as yummy cakes!

Torksey Lock