Sunday 25 July 2010

Milton Keynes to Cosgrove

Having really enjoyed Milton Keynes and its splendid parks it was time to leave. We had seen advertised a canal festival at Cosgrove so we headed there for the weekend. Arrangements had also been made to collect mum and dad after their two week stay.

014 Leaving Milton Keynes

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Just enough of a gap to get through without scratching the sides

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An impressive mural next to the former LNWR rail works

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Iron Trunk Aquaduct, crossing the River Ouse

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Wire sculpture, Cosgrove lock

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Highly recommended

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Horse tunnel to get the horses to the pub stables, now a pedestrian walkway

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Lock ransom, raising money for the restoration of the Buckingham branch

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Traditional dress

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2 comments:

p-millhouse said...

on arrival at paddington basin,we were impressed with the lay out.the 2 weeks journey to cosgrove was picturesque and tranquil.and we thank you both for sharing part of your adventure with us.

Karen & Ian (nb Serenity) said...

It was lovely having you, we had a brilliant two weeks, although they did go very fast. I am sure you will be back soon. Love to you both xxx