Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
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Hi, we are Barry and Sandra. Welcome to our blog, which is all about Inspirational Travel Writing & Photography. It is about our life and adventures on and off our narrowboat.
Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
14h ago
After a stay on the Burnley Embankment, including a night with friends in Rossendale, we headed up the Barrowford locks to the canal summit
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
1w ago
Our previous two experiences on this section of the canal, are of travelling swiftly to get through quickly. This time was vastly different. Join us to discover why ...
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
2w ago
In the six years since we cruised from Wigan to Blackburn, there have been significant improvements to the amount of rubbish around.
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
1M ago
In November 2022, Barry received shocking news about his arthritis. After several setbacks, he finally underwent hip replacement surgery a year later, which went well. The couple spent time at Northwich Quay Marina, dealt with challenges, and enjoyed various activities with friends. They plan to explore new waterways.
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
8M ago
You never know what the next day will bring! Barry's hip operation didn't happen, but we're grateful he has the choice to improve his health.
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
8M ago
This afternoon we've moored up at Tattenhall Marina, in readiness for Barry's impending hip replacement. Last night we saw the blue supermoon
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
8M ago
After many years of wanting to visit, we finally got to hang out with Jenny and family in Gladstone and discover many gems of the region.
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
9M ago
Following the busyness of Brizzy, we headed to the calm of Uki, before driving inland through small settlements to Jenny's home Gladstone.
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
9M ago
After the remoteness and spirituality of the Red Centre, we spent a few days in busy Brisbane where we found a few surprising treasures ...
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Barry & Sandra's Adventures Blog
10M ago
Visiting Mparntwe, Alice Springs, was a bit of a pilgrimage for me. One of my dearest friends died there in 2007. What a beautiful place ...
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