Thames Ditton Island

It’s time for a new wave to rush in

Search for young sailor of 2012

It’s great that the old Queen has so many good friends

Regular readers of this column will know that I’ve been following the progress of the restoration work being undertaken on the paddle steamer Medway Queen and I thought it was about time to post an update.

Paintings illustrate beauty of river

Photographs are great for keeping a record of what’s happening on our lovely river – but somehow paintings capture more of the spirit of an event that even the best photograph in my view.