Oxford for Christmas

I've spent an unseasonably mild few days trundling slowly down the Oxford canal from Braunston to Oxford. Although the weather is not ideal the south Oxford is a beautiful canal meandering mainly through open countryside with Banbury being the only town along the route. There are a few villages which offer good pubs and often a small shop for the essentials. 

I enjoyed a few quiet moorings in the middle of nowhere which are extremely peaceful with only the pleasant birdsong to break the science. Not an artificial light in sight.  

Early evening peace

Now moored up in Oxford only a short walk from the city centre and am looking forward to seeing the city and may even have a day trip to London as the station is close by. 

A merry Christmas and happy new year to all my family and friends.