Trip to crofton

Had a mini drama last night as just about to go to bed when John noticed the water level had really risen and our ropes were really tight. He went up to the next lock but couldn't see any problem. He decided to call the Canal and River trust and they said they would send someone out as often had problems with lock paddles further upstream being left open so the water kept flowing down. John saw the boat next to us was already tilting with the strain on their ropes so he had to wake them up so they could adjust them. They were really grateful and luckily a problem diverted!
Today another glorious day, can't believe our luck with this fabulous weather! Left Wootton Rivers early and made our way through the seven locks to Crofton. I was steering whilst John did the locks (with supervision from Dex) 😀 when we approached the Bruce tunnel I could see that it was totally clear with no boats in sight so I started going along it. Then another boat appeared at the other end but I thought he must have seen me so would wait. But he just kept coming towards us and another boat behind him! I struggled but managed to keep Prairie tight to the wall so they could just pass us. Nightmare with people not having patience or sticking to the rules. The sign says not to enter unless it's clear. Still no damage done and the rest of the trip was fine. Enjoying a relaxing afternoon whilst John walks back to Wootton Rivers to get the car.