Eynsham to Rushey

The beautiful Swinford Toll Bridge has been our view from our overnight mooring.  Built in 1769, many considered it the most handsome on the Thames.

Some of the more typical Thames craft.

Absolutely no idea what this is or why it's here.

Some of the more unusual craft.

And some of the big boys.

Approaching Pinkhill Lock

Flood marker alongside the lock. Marked in red just above the 1894 plaque is July 2007

The lock keeper spinning the wheel to raise the paddle.

The lock keepers cottage, comes with the job.

We are learning to be vigilant for random canoeists.

These planes are flying overhead quite regularly, we think to/from Brize Norton.

Northmoor Lock set ready for us.

The lock keeper pulls the opposite gate closed with the aid of a pole.

 Newbridge, dating from the 13th century and second oldest on the river.

Have patio, will travel!!!

A good harvest ....in 'proper' bails!!!

The Upper Thames is accompanied by the Thames Path.

Very majestic and with the put put put of the steam engine.

Shifford Lock at 7ft 4in is the deepest yet.

We received early warning of these brave soles swimming the Thames from the lock keeper.

and this party of walkers made sure we avoided them!!! 

Tadpole bridge, built in 1802.  There was a coal wharf here in days gone by.

Who needs mooring rings or pins when there is a nearby tree.

So our resting place for tonight.  On to Lechlade tomorrow.

13 miles and 4 locks