Lowestoft - Day 34

Wednesday 5th September 2012 - Lowestoft - Day 34

Hamilton Dock

Dave Kirkman left in the morning to catch his train home and thank you once more for time and effort in the crossing from Holland.  The marina in Lowestoft at Hamilton dock was very quiet and we were informed there had very few visiting yachts this season.  The poor weather being the main reason.  The main activity here appears to be the wind farm work boats taking pesonnel out in the morning and returning in the evening.
We went shopping in the nearby Wilkinsons and Tescos before meeting up with the next crew member.  Dave Durrant (Tallships) had caught the train from Newcastle and we met as he walked out from the station.

Lifting Bridge

The main marina is further up the river and we had been recommended to go there for a meal.  Unfortunately being a nice evening we decided to walk there, over the river at the lifting bridge and follow the river.  As we became lost a taxi pulled up and after asking directions we decided to forget the exercise and drive to the restaurant.  'The Third Crossing' is a delight and if you like fish there is fine selection and a pick your own lobster from a large display tank. We declined the offer and enjoyed rib-eye steaks and paella.  The taxi took us back to the 'Harbour Inn' where they refused to serve us after 22.40, so it was goodbye to them as we walked back to the dock up a now deserted high street.