On Tuesday the paintshed doors were dramatically slid open and Kanbedun Again was slowly pulled out into the open air after 3 weeks - it was tear jerking. She then travelled the few hundred yards down the driveway to the marina. She looks absolutely beautiful in her new livery, all credit to the Willow Boatpainting/Vimart Signwriter team based at the marina. I cannot sing their praises more highly - I had felt quite daunted at the whole process but their kindness and expertise made it most enjoyable (and there were no extra shocks when I came to paying). I was also able to visit every day (there are always 2/3/4 people working every day of the week) to discuss and see the progress of what now seems like a new boat.
I am quite relieved that I can stay in the marina for the winter to allow the paint to harden before I set off in the Spring. Although it is not quite the same as a linear BW winter mooring, the other boaters are very friendly, as are the office team, so I am sure I will enjoy my time here.
