Wednesday, June 1st . Southampton, end of leg 3 and start of leg 4

We were picked up by Dick at 10 am  and driven to Twyford. Fiona was suffering severe pain from her hip, a replacement being scheduled for early July. We took them the champagne and wine that we had been given aboard during the last 3 legs. Enjoyed coffee and a delicious pastry, then a glass of champagne and a delicious salad lunch , followed by raspberries. Really good to see them again after at least 3 years

 

 

. Were back aboard before 4, the terminal staff all being remarkably friendly and helpful. We were up on deck between 5 and 6, watching them preparing for cast off at 5.30. About 210 passengers now aboard, so expect longer queues to disembark and more crowding in the restaurants. Ate in Hot Rocks