Cosy Canals

On the way over to the canal, we passed through a tunnel where two lads were practising with their nun chucks. They were putting up an impressive display. Elsewhere, it was a cold day for exploring the canal basin. There weren’t a lot of boats around, but there were plenty of people walking about. We walked through a tunnel underneath a busy street of bars which led to a large open area. In front of us was a block of modern bars and shops, while on the right were some traditional canal-side pubs. On our left were some moorings and opposite that was a huge two-storey building that looked as if it was floating on the water. We went for a glance at the menu but it was very pricey. I also saw a new gin bar leading up some steps and into the depths of one of the brick-lined buildings that made up the conference centre.