Monday 22nd April 2024:

My 4th trip to Liverpool to see Gladys - and it was well worth the journey! She looks fantastic in her gorgeous red paint, which is very eye-catching, and Bonnie, a similar 40 foot Beetle, being built alongside her, also looks great in her shiny blue. The two boats are a treat to behold.

Progress has happened inside the boats too. The windows have been fitted now and more of the woodworking done too. So things are really taking shape.

I spoke with the Aintree Boats guys and Jamie assured me that she'll be ready before September - so everyone, please keep your fingers crossed that he's right! Bonnie's owner, Clive, is hoping to visit them in May, and he'll report back on how the boats are looking then. With luck they'll both have their names painted on by then too.

I hope you'll enjoy seeing Gladys in her shiny new coat! Do tell me what you think of her!

Cheers,

Jeff

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