Boat Trip Up the Tamar

 

It is said that the sun always shines in the West Country, but much of it falls in liquid form. The recently formed Tamar Valley Male Voice Choir certainly basked in copious amounts of ‘liquid sunshine’ on Saturday 29 th July when they took to the water to introduce a large group of friends and supporters to the area from which they have taken their name. However, the inclement weather certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of the party as they cruised from Plymouth to Calstock via Saltash. The river affords very different views of well-known places with particular interest being taken in Devonport Dockyard, the Albert and Tamar bridges, Cothele Quay and, of course, Calstock itself with its imposing viaduct.

 

Having taken full advantage of the hospitality available in the Tamar Inn, the group set sail for the return journey in clearing weather. With the light fading, the passengers were vigorously entertained with some lusty informal singing of well known songs led by members of the choir. And so, a good time was had by all without a hint of sunburn in sight.

 

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