Saltaire 1 April 2012

Quite a lot happening along the canal today, as the following images will show.

The Drummer Boy coming through the swing bridge at Hirst Lock.

 

Quite a large boat waiting for Hirst Lock to open.

 

The big boys playing football.

The fisherman hoping for a good catch.

The little boys playing football.

 

Another boat quietly passing.

 

Everyone enjoying the sunshine.

Saltaire 22 March 2012

The Two Shires canal boat coming through Hirst Lock.

A newcomer on the canal today, a crested duck.

Crested ducks have a wonderful regal air about them. There are reasonably good layers but mostly kept for pets. Crested ducks have been around for a long time and feature in art dating back over 2,000 years.

One sees quite a diverse sense of fashion on visitors to the canal, like this very tall lady.

Casual or a little more dressed up, they all like to stop for an ice-cream.

Saltaire 3 February 2012

Sir Titus Salt stands proud as the sun sets behind him.

 

Early evening on the canal, and still some frozen areas from the little freeze we just experienced.

Reflection of the moon amongst the tree branches in the canal.