Day 48 - Vlieland

Monday 20^th July 2015 – Vlieland – Day 48


At 10.00, boats started moving out of the marina but not for us, we moved off and found ourselves a vacant pontoon berth to stay for the day.

Spent part of the time carrying our repairs to the damage caused yesterday.  The engine cooling water pump was opened up and impeller found to be in a good condition, the sea suction strainer removed and cleaned.

The cabin port side locker door which had parted company with the hinges was drilled and new bolts fitted, while the port side dodger (canvas wind-break) which had pulled out some of the islets was re-secured.

Along with all of the other facilities in the marina was a hamburger bar, frequented mostly by the youngsters.  Myself and Dave gave it a try but it was not too our liking and we wandered off disappointed towards the village.

 

In the street behind the main thoroughfare we came across these wood carvings in an old tree, amazing piece of art and delighted to see it.

We made our way to the ‘Oord Hotel’ not far from the ferry landing and had very enjoyable evening, drinking the local beer and ould genevers.

Walking back to the marina, the wind which had been blowing all day was now increasing in strength, as we climbed on board around midnight.