As ever, refit is expensive but thorough!  We managed to get to Fraserburgh in good time and were lifted out of the water without even needing to put a rope to the pier.  Various hull jobs were done in record time, and the paint was soon flying courtesty of Fred Bruce & his crack team of ninja painters.

Our stern gear (rudder, prop, hoses, hydraulic pumps etc) were all refurbished which involved men with big hammers, lots of grease and some special sweary words. 

We got covers made for our various winches, generators and a rain/wind cover for the side deck between the changing room and galley door.  This should help keep the boat warm during the cooler months.

We are just about to lay new carpet in the saloon, some new photographs are being put up on the walls, and three cabins have been painted so looking super fresh.  The downstairs shower is being done out with wet-room lining to help keep it clean and the galley is getting fantastic new ultra hard wearing lino.

Our big project over the winter was to change the wheelhouse.  The old one was way too small, especially as we are away from home for such long periods and it seems to become our living room.  My bum would go numb just looking at that old seat, so two very nice super comfy recliner seats have now been fitted, all joinery is done, wheel moved and looking good!

Oh and I am getting a new food processor, so more cake might just have to happen as it seems to make it stupidly easy to make.  It would be rude not to, to be honest…

We look forward to seeing you on board through the season.

H&H