Come away from the water, Shirley, caution her parents. But Shirley has already set out on an adventure at sea where she encounters danger, pirates and best of all, buried treasure!

On a day trip to the seaside Mum and Dad settle down in their deckchairs to snooze the day away while for Shirley it is a chance to set sail for uncharted seas, adventure and buried treasure. But not before her Mum has warned her off the dangers of tar, stray dogs and cold water… . With the alternative pictures giving both sides of the story, children and adults alike will appreciate the humour and observations from this well known children’s author.