.... After catching the x1 bus to Acle on Wednesday September 9th, l only had to wait five minutes before David Buchanan arrived with my lift to South Walsham Broad, where David was going to take me sailing. Luckily the weather was fine and there was a good breeze, ideal conditions.
On arrival David had lots to do before our start. First the jib sail had to be put in place, followed by the main sail. An outboard motor rudder and tiller were then fitted.
After being helped aboard we moved a few metres before getting into the broad proper.
For the next three hours we sailed across the broad. David telling me which rope l had to pull etc. Later we travelled through to another broad belonging to the Fairhaven Trust.
During our trip we passed by a dozen cormorants resting on post, three very large young swans, six great crested grebes and came past a grey heron waiting to catch a fish.
I must say that my very first time of sailing was an absolute pleasure. David was an excellent captain and very interesting to talk to. Telling me of the times when he played the trumpet with the famous Trevor Coleman Dance Band of the 1950's and 1960's era, at the Floral Hall, Gorleston, and the Tower Ballroom, Gt Yarmouth. David then drove me back to Acle for me to catch the X1 bus bus home.
What a day! Thank you David.
