THERE was no boat gathering event on the Nene this week-end at Becket's Park in Northampton, as there was too much water.
Organised by the Northampton Branch of the Inland Waterways Association, at first it was thought it would have to be cancelled as there was too little water, with Northampton Arm being closed and the river very low, but heavy rain had swollen the river to flood conditions, so it still could not go ahead.
Opportunity
There was a window of opportunity, when British Waterways agreed to open the 17 locks arm for a few days to allow boat passage, but the weather put a stop to that.
However, though cancelled, it is hoped that the gathering can be held later this year when conditions are more favourable.