Polesworth and Pooley Country Park

Moving on from Atherstone,.Will worked Rainboat through four locks to reach Polesworth moorings. We'd stopped here for lunch at The Bull before Christmas but time had been tight and we'd stayed further down the line. Vicky wasn't keen on the pub as some of the locals had been antagonisticly jokey, but now she was just glad to have somewhere to tie up and rest.

The sun shone every day of our stay and so did the location this second time round. Polesworth had a fish and chip shop and a small convenience store within walking distance as well as The Bull, which Will lunched at a couple of times. Spring flowers were in the early stages of bloom while green buds were breaking out on spindly tree branches. A few narrow paths linked the towpath to a trail alongside the River Tame, running parallel to our waterway. We were able to take Leo and Tiger on a few circular walks, breaking up the predictability of the 'there and back' routes we usually do. Polesworth provided us with a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. We're glad we gave it a second chance.Read more