Can I ask one teeny tiny question? Just how many empty plinths are there in Crane Square? I found three, but Carol doesn't seem happy.

Are you supposed to do something with them? Otherwise I don't think the plinths are the trigger for that scene at that time.
(this is just from memory so might be wrong)

Actually that little problem has been solved. Now I'm struggling to pick up a tow rope. Might give my brain a rest for the night. Mikael sure gives us value for money!

Are you referring to the rope needed for the raft? Look at the ground where you can see a large tangled rope. It's where you've taken to the right of the sign.

I'm looking at the rope, but can't seem to pick it up.

You're not supposed to pick it up, but I think just try and click around it as well. Assuming we're talking about the same thing ofc lol

Found it and finished!! This has indeed been a puzzling game.

Sounds great, Bristol! Congratulations on finishing the game.