The paddle steamer Waverley

Brother, this was great

It was well worth the wait. My brother Alan and I finally took Terra Nova out for a run two weekends ago and it was wonderful to be back out on the water.

Such a vital contribution

My articles about the activities of the Upper Thames Patrol during the 1940s seem to have stirred a few of memories with readers.

Walk yourself better

News of a couple of riverside walks taking place in the near future is top of the agenda this week.