2011 Streak Day 134: Walk - 6.35miles, Time - 2hrs, Weather - Cloudy and cool but sunny later
There is still a war going on. In 2009 the Cambridge punt wars were reported in the national press but it looks as if they are still not resolved. Last Month The Cambridge Evening News reported more damage It is a cut throat business, even if the image is of a sun dappled river, beautiful surroundings and civilised idleness. Behind the scenes there are touts, fighting and foul play.
Part of me was surprised to learn that punting in Cambridge is a £2.5 million industry. But it makes perfect sense because there are so very many tourists and a leisurely punt on the sun dappled river is a fondly held image.
The picture was taken from the Anchor - an ideal spot for watching the start and finnish of the trips. By the end most people have got the hang of steering but at the beginning turning the punt round to go under the bridge is usually a challenge.
I have simple pleasures: a beer and watching the world go by and I am happy.
My walking today was the now usual Cambridge exercise of park and walk instead of park and ride. I am not sure how many others do the same - perhaps it needs marketing as a health initiative
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