Sunshine is the order of the day as is locks being set against us - still good exercise!!!
The beauty of this canal abounds.
Hinksford Pumping Station one of several in this part of the valley.
We rest a while for Arkholme to have a drink!
Spot of rambling going on.
Greensforge which later became a mill.
Aptly named Rocky Lock where Arkholme grounded, soon freed with the help of a fellow boater.
Sandstone Rock edges the canal.
At Stourton Junction the Stourbridge Canal branches off towards Birmingham.
Stewponey Lock is accompanied by a toll house
We then pass through Dunsley Tunnel which is 25 yards long,
a rough-hewn bore carved out of rock.
Its getting on for 2 pm now so we decide to call it a day.
Time to explore Kinver.
A good days boating....
6 miles 7 locks 4 hours.
The Cave Dwellings are well worth the walk. We are out of the Marina at last. Well until June for the wedding then we are finally free.
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