August Excursion
On the 1st August for our second excursion of the summer thirteen members and friends travelled on the ‘Balmoral’ sailing the 3 Rivers and 5 Bridges trip from Clevedon pier. 3 Rivers – Severn, Avon to Bristol and return plus the Wye. 5 Bridges – M5 and Clifton Suspension Bridge, the two Severn Bridges and the Wye Bridge. The weather for the six hours or so was bright and breezy. There is a wealth of history to be seen from over two hundred years ago to the latest technology which in some cases cannot be accessed from the landside. The ship was very comfortable with plenty of refreshments available and expertly handled in some tight turning situations in the Avon and the Wye. It was disappointing that the ship movements for this particular tide at Avonmouth and Portbury occurred before we embarked and after we left but the day was enjoyed by all. Let’s hope we can travel on the Balmoral again next year. Ship arrival – Cuidad de Cadiz – Airbus on board – 15,643gt/2008. Ship departu...