A Big River

Today is very exciting as we have been released from the cupboard to see the journey out on the big river. Which as you may guess is the mighty Thames .

This part of the Thames , from Brentford to Teddington is tidal and so controlled by the lock keepers.

So here we are waiting for the incoming tide

This could be a problem

                             Here we are waiting above the lock till there is water

Now here the tide has risen enough so the good ship Ferndale can cruise along smoothly.

That's better to see water ahead

The crew are not fazed by the big water and with anchor attached and life jackets adorned it off onto the big river.

Well these two don't look worried

Lovely to feel the wind in our plush fur