At first there was nothing to see but scenery.

Thankfully, before long they chanced upon...more scenery.

Just when they felt they couldn't bear the excitement for another moment, they stumbled upon a pair of kids, engrossed in the thrill of fishing.

Glancing down, Mrs Farty exclaimed: "Jings! Thistles!"

Glancing up, Mr Farty remarked: "Crivvens! Raspberries!"

As they reached a canal lock, Mr Farty wondered where they kept the key?

"Perhaps it's in that little house," replied Mrs Farty.

(to be continued)