Reading to Thatcham
Andy and John arrived at about 8.30 and we set off for Thatcham. We did not get to share any locks until after 1pm, but then we shared for the rest of the day.
We did not stop for lunch as we were worried about getting through Aldermaston lift bridge before the rush hour cut out operated. Aldermaston was busy as there were some hire boats starting out.
Went beyond Thatcham station, through Monkey Marsh lock and swing bridge, where there is a bridle way into town. Walked back to the Swan near the station for a meal, after which Andy and John caught a train back to Reading. I then went to explore the town and managed to find my way back via the bridleway across the railway tracks. (There was a footbridge too).
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