"Let's go a bit closer," Neville said, looking at the distance between their spot and the water, "It might be easier to keep track of her and our things if we are right there," he said, and he put a hand to her, "I can take the pram," he offered, noting that it was more difficult to push.
He was there to lend a hand; going closer meant, yes, father to walk back but he was stronger than he looked, and he bent to lift the pram up, child and all so that it would not be ruined by pushing.