4 Kidneys and a Wonky Leg

Today was bright and sunny with a light breeze from the South West. We decided to make the best of the wind in order to get further West. A relatively short hop to Newton Ferrars on the River Yealm.

Motoring out of the estuary we were met with a gentle breeze, nice and steady, giving us about 5 to 6 knots of boat speed. Even better we were able to maintain . a single tack most of the way to our destination, leaving only the last mile to motor up the river. We even managed to bag a spot on the pontoon!

Come the evening we went ashore and wandered down to the village stores for supplies. Being thirsty after our walk, it seemed a shame not to try the local ale, and stopped for a meal and a drink at the very friendly Dolphin Inn before returning to the boat for a nightcap before bed.