Our story begins in a brewery...

Bolt out of school, pack clothes, pack food, pack board games. Sling it all in the car and head for Weedon Bec.
Grand Union narrowboats had very kindly agreed to meet us in the early evening so we could sleep in the yard overnight on Jimsonweed, our 68ft narrow boat. The Roman Way Brewery is housed in a fabulous Royal Military Depot of victorian-esque building reminiscent of an RAF base. Tucked away in the back, the brewery was clearly a well-known local Friday night haunt. Ben tried their golden and ruby beers, whilst I indulged in the cherry cider over tacos from the food truck. The bar itself was small and industrial but the benches, gazebo and fire outside made for a lovely evening. Now to decide whether to head north or south...Read more