We passed a boatyard but the canal itself was not very busy. Probably boatwise it was one of the quietest days we've experienced. We met a few cyclists but lots of joggers.
We passed over the river Avon in an aqueduct, For a short time we were surrounded by fields with sheep grazing. A little later things became more urban as we passed over the main railway line in an aqueduct on the way into Leamington.
The towpath through Leamington was quite wide, with plenty of trees, even though we were in a large town. At times however it was a bit pongy. Now and again there was a vague smell of faeces, which disappeared as we got into the coutryside. Whether human or canine I did not investigate further.
People seemto have been out cleaning the canal, especially near bridges, where it was common to find piles of metal scrap.
We passed a road bridge, which has seen better days, before heading out ito the countryside.
We started at a lock but it was almost 2 hours before we came to the next and then 4 came relatively quickly, climbing up into the countryside.
After about 3 hours we saw icecream and drinks advertised at one set of locks and so we crossed over the lock gates to investigate. Sadly no one was around.
As we were approaching Boscote locks there was quite a bit of vegetation growing in the canal. Probably doesn't help navigation but it looks attractive. However after the locks the width of the towpath became decidedly 'iffy' and for a time I was afraid my companion may fall in the canal. We arrived at Long Itchington about 1:30pm and had a drink in the pub beside the canal before heading for our B&B at Marton Hill Farm.
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