Doncaster to Sprotbrough

Thanked the lockie for allowing us to stay and moved on sharpish from Doncaster lock moorings. Had aimed to moor earlier but the banks were so high and overgrown it wasn't possible. Passed under A1(M) and past a beautiful mature woodland reaching right to the waters' edge.

Moorings just past Sprotbrough lock actually on an island dividing the navigable River Don from its more natural course over a weir with an eel passage. Such a relief to be somewhere out of the city and step off onto a nice grassy area. Even though it was very busy with people enjoying the last Sunday if half term there were very few people bothering to come onto the island and passing by the boat so it was perfect for the furries. The wier side of the island had a little sandy shore which Leo and Tiger Lilly enjoyed.

Felt overly tired after the stress of Abby's absence so mostly rested, but cycled 5 miles round trip to Asda, stopping off at Willows of Wormsworth for a cuppa and a sweet treat for Will (nothing vegan for Vicky 🙄)

Will swam in the river despite signs saying the water wasn't clean. A stong current but enjoyable and no negative after effects.Read more