MAN OVERBOARD! Dog Rescue on the Freezing Shropshire Union Canal! - Ep. 84

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  • čas přidán 5. 07. 2024
  • Our emergency procedure kicks in as we lose a man overboard! Dillon jumps off the boat, so a dog rescue on the freezing Shropshire Union Canal is needed as we explore Britain by Narrowboat. We leave our mooring just south of Market Drayton and tackle the Tyrley Locks, which come with a fierce warning from other boaters. We check out the history of Tyrley and links with the chocolate maker, Cadbury. We pass through the longest canal cutting on the network, Woodseaves Cutting, with its high bridges before emerging at Knighton Foods factory, where Colin rediscovers the chocolate-making history. After passing Shebdon Embankment and wharf we moor up for the night. The next morning we make our way through Grub Street Cutting and check out the haunted bridge 39 with its random telegraph pole before completing our journey at Norbury Junction.
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  • @freedomisntfree5573
    @freedomisntfree5573 Před 4 lety +5

    I get to see England thru you folks. Thank you my friends for the beautiful video. AGAIN!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Our pleasure! 👍🏻

    • @240aking
      @240aking Před 4 lety

      I agree with you, Colin and Shaun, show us how beautiful Britain really is, in 5 months I will be back in the UK for a short visit to my homeland.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      @@240aking Thanks, Andy!

  • @kingfisherfd2
    @kingfisherfd2 Před 4 lety +4

    Dillon looks like a truck with a bent frame when you show him walking down the towpath. back end off to the side of the front. LOL cracks me up everytime

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Yeah, his old bones aren’t straight

    • @KerrikkiLurgan
      @KerrikkiLurgan Před 4 lety

      Thanks for the info. I was wondering why he was cantering like a show horse. It does not stop him from being a good swimmer 😄

  • @cathymckay3784
    @cathymckay3784 Před 3 lety +9

    I love how Dillon runs on the grass beside the boat! He looks like he has a smile upon his face.....I believe he still does that now in spirit!!!!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +5

      I miss him every single day 💜☹️

  • @austfox2170
    @austfox2170 Před 4 lety +3

    1:15 Speaking of tinnitus, apparently the government set up a hotline for sufferers. I called it up but it just kept ringing! 🤗 Love the channel guys.

  • @jiloute22
    @jiloute22 Před 4 lety +12

    You're a very sporty crew, Colin the run, Shaun the hammer throw, and Dillon the swim, lol, still a great time I spent in your company with great views, thanks

  • @dog11222
    @dog11222 Před 4 lety +4

    Vlogs getting better all the time ..n1 guys

  • @catpurrson3651
    @catpurrson3651 Před 3 lety +7

    Watched this for the fortyteenth time and still get a bad case of the giggles when Dillon goes for a dip. And the way his tail was connected to his legs so that as he ran his tail went side to side. Will always be missed for the way he stared at the camera, his tail, and his cheerfulness.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +3

      He stared into your soul. I miss him every single day 💜

  • @maryfox925
    @maryfox925 Před 4 lety +2

    Hello my fellow Foxes. What a stunning vlog. That sunset is beyond words beautiful. Thank you for sharing your journeys

  • @stevefreear884
    @stevefreear884 Před 4 lety +3

    We were told that the lock beams were originally painted that colour because they acquired loads of tins of battleship gray paint after the war. It then continued from there.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Wow!

    • @stevefreear884
      @stevefreear884 Před 4 lety

      Jerry Rathgeb we saw a boat covered with camouflage netting, I think it was at Abingdon.

  • @TaoJones101
    @TaoJones101 Před 4 lety +5

    It's so enjoyable to catch up with the Foxes Afloat crew by binge watching recent vlogs. My heart melts for poor Dillon who thought he had to get off the boat to find Colin - even jumping in the freezing water to look for his daddy! What a lovable, loyal companion your Dillon is.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      He hates it when I'm off the boat 😂💜

  • @lkbranniff3298
    @lkbranniff3298 Před 4 lety +2

    Your videos are always so gorgeous, especially with the drone shots. Glad the 'puppy' suffered no ill effects of his unplanned swim in the canal.

  • @erishsonata5220
    @erishsonata5220 Před 4 lety +3

    My wife and I just love you both and your vlogs. I was in the hospital last month for heart surgery. During my time in recovery, I discovered Foxes Afloat, and have had a lot of enjoyment from your wonderful vlogs. I just wanted to thank you both for the fun and being real about life and mental health issues. We feel like we have invited you into our home. Again thank you so much. Rick&Teresa

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Hi guys 👋🏻
      Thank you so much. I’m sorry to hear about your surgery but hope you’re fit now and improving. X

  • @AllMy78s
    @AllMy78s Před 2 lety +6

    Dillon had a great life with you guys on the boat... ❤💙

  • @WoodMotorsports
    @WoodMotorsports Před 4 lety +3

    Sunrise drone shot starting at 14:07 was perfect! Great work there.

  • @motorcyclemitzi8022
    @motorcyclemitzi8022 Před 4 lety +2

    I can not be the only one that would just love to give these guys a hug and a hearty thanks for all the smiles that their videos bring. Keep it up!

  • @terrydonnell5862
    @terrydonnell5862 Před 4 lety +3

    Keep it up boys.. Dillon didn't seem to upset with his swim. The drone footage is first class. Nice to see the sun out this time of year. Keep safe and warm. Tez WA

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      The lighting is amazing in the winter! Thanks Terry!

  • @pbcanal1
    @pbcanal1 Před 4 lety +4

    The quality of these vlogs is outstanding. I get dizzy watching some with all the jump edits. You really put out a nice and easy to watch show. Thanks.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      It has to reflect the style of travel, hence the easy to watch style. We do a few time lapses, but only to show short bursts of nondescript stretches. Thanks for the appreciation, Michael. It means a lot 👍🏻💜

  • @hollisberry30
    @hollisberry30 Před 4 lety +4

    Dillon is a good swimmer and very cute doing it! just love you guys! I am so drawn to the scenery, so peaceful. Love to watch your journeys!

  • @katerh3198
    @katerh3198 Před 4 lety +2

    It's 2 am here -- and now I want some chocolate, thanks! Great video - as always so professional. Colin, for someone who isn't sure they like being around people, you are great to be around!! You both are.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Haha! I'm fine when it's just me and a camera 😉

    • @michaelhiggins7365
      @michaelhiggins7365 Před 4 lety

      Stealing a line from Smokey Robinson . . . I second that emotion. Kind words Kate ;)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      @@michaelhiggins7365 Thanks, Michael 💜

  • @Jessalove777
    @Jessalove777 Před 4 lety +12

    I love the random fact all through out these vlogs

  • @SuperRobertwillis
    @SuperRobertwillis Před 4 lety +3

    great vlog boys thank you gets me out of the house watching you two if you know what I mean 😂😂😂❤️

  • @stefflatham3085
    @stefflatham3085 Před 3 lety +6

    Colin, you're one of the great historians of our times. Bringing the past simply yet clearly to us great unwashed masses. Seriously, thank you.

  • @lancpudn
    @lancpudn Před 4 lety +2

    Blimey! full show tonight chaps! Telegram Sam bridge, Chocolate churns, Boy racers on't canal and Dillion doing a half pike & twist into the watery depths. Enjoyed every minute.

  • @pkluske
    @pkluske Před 4 lety +2

    Another beautiful vlog. Loved that sunset, truly sensational. You pick beautiful music Colin and it must take ages to find all those, you truly put a lot of effort into it as you did giving Dillon a warm bath. Silly bugger, he doesn't like water and yet he goes for a swim. Perhaps he gets hypnotised by the water as he stares at it.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      He slips off the edge sometimes. Serves himself right for laying down with his legs over the edge 😂

  • @cecilwilson5442
    @cecilwilson5442 Před 4 lety +5

    Another great vlog and glad that you're Dylan is a good swimmer and no speeders where harmed in the making of your latest instalment 😍👍

  • @ziggy8222
    @ziggy8222 Před 4 lety +4

    Dillon Is fantastic, I love him.

  • @matthewdowd4686
    @matthewdowd4686 Před 4 lety +2

    Glad the pooch wasn’t in that water for too long. And he didn’t panic he just swam right back towards ya! A good sign he’s well loved! Liked the historical looks during this vid. Would love to see lots more history content, but I’m happy with all you lads do!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Yeah, he has a brilliant instinct to swim straight towards us. 👍🏻

    • @matthewdowd4686
      @matthewdowd4686 Před 4 lety

      Foxes Afloat he has good parents! Which I’m sure gives him plenty of motivation! He’s adorable by the way!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      @@matthewdowd4686 We love him 💜❤️

  • @derekwarner6898
    @derekwarner6898 Před 4 lety +2

    You guys have really got drone photography off to a fine art. Great vlog as always!! Thanks.

  • @chrisskelhorn5727
    @chrisskelhorn5727 Před 4 lety +3

    Poor soggy Dillon! :-O
    Brilliant video though, lovely scenery, and some nice information too! :-)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Ah, he knows the attention he'll get, which I reckon is why he does it 😂

    • @chrisskelhorn5727
      @chrisskelhorn5727 Před 4 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat He's a clever and lovable lad! :-)

  • @evanofelipe
    @evanofelipe Před 4 lety +5

    Thanks Colin for a well researched presentation with superb photography. I am familiar with this area, having worked there 50 years ago and interested to learn a lot about its history associated with the canal. We locals have an expression ‘around the Wrekin’ when someone rambles on without getting to the point. It’s very like The Wrekin, that stands above the relatively low lying countryside and remains in view for ages, even after travelling several miles. Geologically it’s the result of volcanic rock (quartzite), that pushed up and cooked the Cambrian sandstone 570 million years ago to make it hard and resilient raising the ground to give the appearance of a volcano that now dominates the Shropshire county-side for miles around. As a child I often played on the tow-paths and banks of the canal at Gnosall (a little further on ‘down the cut’), I totally understand when you describe the atmosphere around Norbury as quiet and tranquil. I was aware of it myself, even at the age of 9yrs old and always considered it as ‘special’.

  • @ellebelle8515
    @ellebelle8515 Před 4 lety +2

    Dillon is so loving and appreciative. No better friend to man and so deserving of all you give back to him.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      He is! I'm dreading the day we lose him. He's ten now. Can't imagine being on the boat without him

    • @ellebelle8515
      @ellebelle8515 Před 4 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat I've lived through that a few times and still a parent to one. I absolutely understand.

  • @hildahickey6964
    @hildahickey6964 Před 4 lety +3

    Dillon is so cute. He has the most pleasant look about him,

  • @stevecrombie5357
    @stevecrombie5357 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you kind sirs for another exciting adventure. Some really beautiful scenery and nice drone shots. All the vlogs I watch now are able to take me places and show me things I will never get to see normally. Love your videos.

  • @KerrikkiLurgan
    @KerrikkiLurgan Před 4 lety +3

    Great photography as usual. I envy your gift. Dillon always looks like he expects to be in trouble. Such an expression on his face.

  • @janethartwig774
    @janethartwig774 Před 4 lety +2

    Oh, my two favorite UK lads have once again, made my day. Your precious smiling faces are so welcoming. You were so precious in your gentle ministrations to Dillon after his impetuous jump into the water. Greetings from California

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Aww, thanks, Janet! Your way with words is amazing!

  • @willsgetoff1157
    @willsgetoff1157 Před 4 lety +3

    Great vlog as usual thanks guys, Hope Dillon has thawed out.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +2

      Yeah, thanks. He dried off within a week 😂

  • @leeshellam3150
    @leeshellam3150 Před 3 lety +5

    Awwww dillon ! He was such a beautiful dog. You must still miss him so much 🙁

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +1

      Every single day 💜

    • @marilynkirby-roach187
      @marilynkirby-roach187 Před 3 lety +1

      Precious Dillon. I have fallen in love with this little guy and am already sadden because I know from seeing later videos first that he is no longer around just in memory. My heart is breaking just thinking about it. I can’t imagine how difficult and bitter sweet it must be seeing videos of him.

    • @leeshellam3150
      @leeshellam3150 Před 3 lety +1

      @@marilynkirby-roach187 Same here Marilyn. I'd first watched a later Vlog before starting from number 1. The guys must of been heartbroken. He had such a lovely character that comes across on screen.

  • @alanblack9540
    @alanblack9540 Před 4 lety +6

    For me, the most visually stunning vlog you have done so far. You really did pass through some stunning scenery and saw some amazing sunsets. Credit where its due you guys know your way around a camera.!
    I noticed you met an irish named narrowboat at one point along the way too- the one with the greyhound picture on the side. Theres a couple of translations of the name depending on the interpretation of the spelling. It could either translate as "The gun" or "the covenant" if the letter u in the name is a plain old 'u' or 'ú'. Thats my useless fact of the day.!
    My hoodie finally landed too,and its as good as advertised. Lovely material. Problem is, hers truly fancies it and has taken ownership. !! Thanks chaps.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Haha! No way! You'll have to buy another 😂

  • @bondicraig37
    @bondicraig37 Před 4 lety +2

    Great video again. Love the history lesson!

  • @YHBW1001
    @YHBW1001 Před 3 lety +5

    Your shot of dawn at 14.07 is just so beautiful. It really lifts the spirits; the promise of a brand new day.

  • @rontanser9369
    @rontanser9369 Před 4 lety +5

    Well done guys excellent as always

  • @Gasmaskratto
    @Gasmaskratto Před 3 lety +6

    only found you guys yesterday but my god your so positive and great to watch !

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much!! Also, welcome! 👍🏻💜

  • @williamthompson7162
    @williamthompson7162 Před 4 lety +2

    He walks with a crab, but at least he swims straight! Dillon is a star seeking a wetsuit. Nice of you to warm him up, with that appreciative look he gave you. Nice work!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Ah, he’s part of the crew. The pack looks out for each other 👍🏻

  • @ianboothroyd5140
    @ianboothroyd5140 Před 4 lety +2

    Another belter guys. Everything you do is impressive, love the drone footage and that "firesky" was one of the best, Hope poor Dillon has dried out. Love you all

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Haha! Yeah, he takes ages to dry off 😂

  • @pulsey2001
    @pulsey2001 Před 4 lety +3

    Life for me in the past month has been traumatic, when we all go through these tough times we just crave for the return of normality. You 2 are just funny and raise peoples spirits but you're certainly far from normal 🤪🤪Thank you for your great performance and content 👍

  • @harryduffy989
    @harryduffy989 Před 4 lety +4

    Hi brill vlog I believe that the lock gates are painted gray because many years back British waterways was given a load of paint from the Royal Navy that they found left over from the war . That's why it's battle ship gray .

  • @izby2652
    @izby2652 Před 4 lety +2

    Wow, beautiful. That long stretch with the high bridge is stunning. You should be incredibly proud of your filming and photography. Truly stunning. Thank you for sharing.

  • @lone8869
    @lone8869 Před 4 lety +2

    Dillion. 😍 He is absolutely adorable.

  • @lorikendrick1705
    @lorikendrick1705 Před 3 lety +5

    Good doggy dad, washing Dillon off with warm water......love your attention to him.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety +2

      Gotta take care of him. He's part of the family and crew 💜

  • @stephenpegum9776
    @stephenpegum9776 Před 4 lety +3

    One of the things I love about all the YT canal boat bloggers is the many chances to view the amazing architecture on our canal network. The quality of the brickwork on those amazing bridges on the Shroppy is simply stunning.
    And yet another top-notch vlog from you two (three ?) - well done guys 😎👍👍

  • @NorthernThinker
    @NorthernThinker Před 4 lety +2

    The drone footage at 14:08 was amazing. I was actually awed, thank you.

  • @mikeenglish6401
    @mikeenglish6401 Před 4 lety +1

    Guys
    Wonderful drone footage taking full advantage of the great winter weather including that ‘to die for sunset’ . Poor Dillon taking an impromptu dip in the canal. Do you think he was simply attention seeking? I can imagine him on his doggie I PAD 😁 right now reading all viewers’ comments and thinking to himself that he is truly the star of the show!
    Mike

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Ah, he slips off the edge. He lays right on the edge of the deck and slips when he gets up too fast. He's done it 3 times now.

  • @rebekahleonard2884
    @rebekahleonard2884 Před 3 lety +3

    I'm bingewatching...slow day here and I really enJOY spending it with you three. This is one of my favorite episodes...a perfect balance of beautiful skies, lovely views, interesting histories, entertaining banter, incredible music....and DILLON! Thanks for sharing a world so different than any I've known. Journey mercies!

  • @SMILEVIDEOTRAINS
    @SMILEVIDEOTRAINS Před 4 lety +3

    What a smshing video this is.. there is so much information my mind boggles. I live on my own and forget about the world outside co's I'm on Silver Fox with you. great captures and funny jokes... see ya soon... Keith

  • @PhilipInCoventry
    @PhilipInCoventry Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks for another fabulous video. Pleased that Dillon ok.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Thanks, Philip. Yeah, he's fine 👍🏻

  • @chrisandjaneonnarrowboatpo3917

    Hi. I use to moor at Norbury. Opposite where you are. I was there for 4 years. Also moored at market Drayton for 3, years. Loved it at Norbury junction. A great video. Many thanks from chris 👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Cheers, Chris. I liked Norbury very much. Not so keen on Drayton but that was a combination of noise and mud 😂

  • @dcraig9496
    @dcraig9496 Před 4 lety +5

    "Your bowel movements....." I thought that was going to be the man overboard bit! Lol. Great video as always. Thanks guys.

  • @1911olympic
    @1911olympic Před 3 lety +3

    What a sweet dog Dillon was! Thanks to you part of him is still with us.

  • @tomrobinson2919
    @tomrobinson2919 Před 4 lety +4

    Thanks for the historical narratives; we appreciate your research and your commentary thank you! 👍

  • @dannyg2360
    @dannyg2360 Před 3 lety +3

    Colin, credit where credit is due. I reckon Shaun handled those ferocious by-washes with extreme skill. It just goes to show that his time as a Chef on HMS Eccles Cake prepared him well your future life together.

  • @ritatharp5238
    @ritatharp5238 Před 3 lety +5

    Dillon is a special dog. 💟

  • @geraldhenrickson7472
    @geraldhenrickson7472 Před 4 lety +4

    This is a really well produced video. The content is sooper-dooper as well. This made my Saturday morning I must say. Thanks fro doing what you do.

  • @KickzQueenCustoms
    @KickzQueenCustoms Před 4 lety +2

    We look forward to your videos every week! My hubby keeps saying that one day, we’d love to do what you’ve done! ☺️.
    Thanks for allowing us to tag along with you ❤️

  • @carolynabramo7108
    @carolynabramo7108 Před 4 lety +2

    Friday Volgs are best watched with a cup of tea and you cozy Foxes Afloat sweatshirt. Excellent Vlog!! Strange way to get Dillon to have a bath. Xoxoxo

  • @garethcarruthers
    @garethcarruthers Před 4 lety +3

    I enjoyed this, your latest, vlog. Glad you can both keep so chirpy at this miserable time of year, it’s pretty grim up here in deepest Yorkshire.
    Sadly I had to have my dog put down about a month ago, a terrible thing to do even if it was for the best, so you continue to spoil Dylan and get as much pleasure out of him as is possible. Dogs do give so much in return.
    Keep your vlogs coming, they just keep getting better
    ATB

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Sorry to hear about your dog, Gareth. x

  • @farmgirl2cr
    @farmgirl2cr Před 4 lety +2

    Guys, I have to thank you for taking me along on your travels around the English countryside. I will never be able to travel to England and see in person. Always enjoy seeing the beauty of your Homeland. Thanks again!

  • @guidofawkes9377
    @guidofawkes9377 Před 4 lety +2

    Bravo. Another truly professional programme. Best thing on Friday night tv.

  • @cresshead
    @cresshead Před 4 lety +2

    Excellent video with some superb camera shots of the canal and countryside. I really appreciate the history sections too.

  • @cathymckay3784
    @cathymckay3784 Před 3 lety +5

    Love your music during your video!

  • @donaldbeck498
    @donaldbeck498 Před 2 lety +4

    Love the history you add. We live in Surgoinsville, TN Your effort is totally respected. 3 or 4 vlogs a day, we will catch up. now on 89. Thank you so much.

  • @philipizzard2584
    @philipizzard2584 Před 4 lety +3

    Another brilliant blog hope Dillon is okay after his unexpected bath n wash bless him,wow beautiful sunsets too thanks again sorry I’m late in watching this this week been mega tired etc xx

  • @japrods1
    @japrods1 Před 4 lety +2

    Nice one team. Esp champion swimmer Dillon. Lovely shots. And I do fancy some chocolate now!!! C&Lx

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Haha! I should be on Cadbury commission! 😂

  • @joannestringfellow6180
    @joannestringfellow6180 Před 4 lety +4

    I watched my second ever vlog, you should feel honoured, that’s my second ever from anyone and both were yours 🤪🤣😂 give Dillon a squeeze from me and love to you both 😘😘 Jx

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      I'd feel more honoured if you watched them all, including the adverts 😂 ❤️

  • @locksnkeys
    @locksnkeys Před 4 lety +3

    You bunch of irriots love your work!

  • @roytabberer7427
    @roytabberer7427 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks very much for another fantastic vlog.
    I have actually met Charlie Atkins better known as Chocolate Charlie in the 1970's. He was permanently moored on the Trent & Mersey near the Anderton Lift.
    Charlie taught my late Father how to make rope fenders for the bow and stern.
    I have forgotten the name of the boat that he lived on.
    A bit more info on The Wrekin - A beacon fire on this hilltop warned of the coming of the Spanish Armada - and traces of an Iron-Age camp indicate that it was recognised as a good defensive site almost 2000 years ago.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Ah, where were you when I was researching all this? 👍🏻

    • @roytabberer7427
      @roytabberer7427 Před 4 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat At home.
      Regarding a bow rope fender, on the final layer of rope you start in the middle and work your way to either end.
      I have never forgotten Chocolate Charlie telling me that and that was around 1972.

  • @traffordsfinest1137
    @traffordsfinest1137 Před 4 lety +2

    Great Vlog again, very informative and interesting. Dillon is superb, hope he is dry by next week. :-)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Haha! He takes aaaaaages to dry properly 😂

  • @johngrosshans1040
    @johngrosshans1040 Před 3 lety +4

    I do love your canal history inserts you always have. Being American I know less than nothing about the canal system of England. Your patter is great fun and I come away feeling like I learned something. Lots of narrow boat VLOGS out there in Utube land but yours is the only one with a history lesson.

  • @silverdon55
    @silverdon55 Před 4 lety +3

    Well at least you had your pants on, mate. And I'm sure you were most polite to the speeding cretin. I've been known to shake a stick at speeders who don't slow down for my horse as the law requires. Rudeness should never be tolerated.
    I'm guessing there's water dog in Dillon's family. Sometimes the call of the water just gets overwhelming. Or maybe he just enjoys the nice warm washup. Maybe he thought Colin had fallen in and needed rescuing. But he is a good little swimmer and knows which way to head. Did you let him roll about in your unwashed sheets to dry off?
    As always a delightful visit and tour of the Shropy. I love all the color comment you bring to your adventures. Thanks gents. And of course make sure Dillon knows he gets a 10 for his swimming form.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      I'll shake more than a stick at them 😂
      Haha! Dillon is 5* at swimming 👍🏻
      Cheers, Don 💜

  • @christophergraham8324
    @christophergraham8324 Před 4 lety +2

    That sky was incredible, I don't think I've ever seen a sky like it. Sean's camera skills are just amazing.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      They are, but Colin takes the photos 😂

  • @nettiek3806
    @nettiek3806 Před 3 lety +1

    Aaah bless Dillon, RIP sweet little man. You must have such lovely memories of him. Seeing him swimming back to the boat and then the lovely shots of Colin on the towpath with a bowl of warm water tidying him up. Every time he looked up to the camera from the boat he had a look of complete devotion on his little face. What a gem he must have been. ❤️

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 3 lety

      He was the BEST! I miss him every single day 💜

  • @GeminiAmbience
    @GeminiAmbience Před 3 lety +5

    "It stands up on its own." LOLOLOL I LOVE your guys' sense of humor. I can't get enough of your videos. Not just for the adventure, but you're such a beautiful couple and it's obvious how much you love each other. I consider you gay role models.

  • @RetroRatz
    @RetroRatz Před 4 lety +3

    That sky was amazing!

  • @onefunnyoldman
    @onefunnyoldman Před 4 lety +2

    When you mentioned the pronunciation of 'Tyrley' it made me think, (as a yorkshire lad) it could be something you'd say to a mate that arrived before the time he was supposed to. Another lovely vlog, thanks boys :)

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Tha's a bi'turley 😂

    • @onefunnyoldman
      @onefunnyoldman Před 4 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat I was praying I didn't need to explain, never good when you have explain a joke. No need to worry though, you nailed it :)

  • @petersimpson8727
    @petersimpson8727 Před 4 lety +1

    These VLOG'S get more and more interesting with the great views and historical interludes.

  • @Maggie4paws
    @Maggie4paws Před 4 lety +3

    I really do enjoy your videos, such great photography, interesting dialog...thank you for the hard work and time that I know you put into your videos.

  • @michaelwatson113
    @michaelwatson113 Před 4 lety +3

    Great story telling. Great production cvalues. As usual.

  • @bruceshaw2402
    @bruceshaw2402 Před 4 lety +2

    There are some beautiful photographs in this vlog ( the sky on fire being particularly good ) have you thought of putting a book together I remember you mentioning a calendar in an earlier vlog . I couldn't take a good photograph if my life depended on it .
    Safe cruising lads .

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Hi, Bruce!
      We're doing a calendar next year.
      I do sell my photos in a variety of formats in the gallery section of our website - foxesafloat.com/gallery

  • @olejacobstalesen6558
    @olejacobstalesen6558 Před 4 lety +2

    Enjoyable, as always. Love the historical aspect of your videos!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank you!

    • @olejacobstalesen6558
      @olejacobstalesen6558 Před 4 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat All the research you do about the places you pass on your journeys impresses greatly. Informing viewers of the thousands of hours and lives spent making what is now for leisure is a role that suits you, in my humble opinion.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety +1

      @@olejacobstalesen6558 Very kind 👍🏻

  • @paulhoughton5164
    @paulhoughton5164 Před 4 lety +3

    Yet more stunning photography (videography??) and entertaining history lessons. The canal system is such a rich source of history and stories and you tell em so well. Really enjoying Dillon taking more of a starring role lately, we lost our dog suddenly in October so seeing him and you guys as a happy family brings a lump to the throat. Thanks guys .. see ya next week

    • @722dabba
      @722dabba Před 4 lety

      I'm so sorry about your dog. Its very painful....

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Aww, Paul, I'm really sorry to hear that you lost your loved dog. I can't imagine what I'll be like when Dillon passes. So sad. x

  • @marya.8980
    @marya.8980 Před 2 lety +4

    Fabulous visuals, enchanting nature surrounding the canals, full of history and mystery. Thank you for educating us Colin, brilliant!

  • @for.tax.reasons
    @for.tax.reasons Před 4 lety +2

    The way Colin makes Shaun laugh is so tender and precious 😭😭

  • @floydskifloyd2870
    @floydskifloyd2870 Před 4 lety +2

    Nice doggy rescue well done lads 👍

  • @scottpeter5704
    @scottpeter5704 Před 3 lety +3

    You guys are wonderful! Thanks for sharing your joy and laughter.

  • @silashouse1054
    @silashouse1054 Před 4 lety +3

    Hi Colin and Shaun. It came to me in a flash!! Narrow boat Radio! x-DJ. LOL I had a radio station 20 years ago in Akaroa NZ (Bay Radio) good fun days. I said to you once you where very good at presentations, (Dj) now I understand, radio experience., Very good program and the star Dillon was excellent. cheers for now.. John... NZ Kaiora

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 4 lety

      Haha! Thanks, John. The radio industry is far too crowded for NB Radio, but I'd love to go back into presenting. I felt so at home in a radio studio. x

    • @silashouse1054
      @silashouse1054 Před 4 lety

      @@FoxesAfloat to do a little bit of that I will be doing a pod cast here in NZ first, then do it on the cut on arrival, its (World wide)

    • @silashouse1054
      @silashouse1054 Před 4 lety

      google the wolf man and listen to him and his counsellor, it's great Cheers john

  • @waytosacramento3843
    @waytosacramento3843 Před 4 lety +2

    As always, a beautiful visual trip to England! My grandaunt used to go to a cinema back in the days at her hometown where they would show a slide show of a trip somebody made to some place she could not visit. She was not only fascinated by seeing these places but also really felt like taking a trip there. Something we can almost not imagine in our time. I wished my grandaunt could have seen your vlogs, she would have loved them just like I do!

  • @lindahodson6455
    @lindahodson6455 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you guys for another great vlog! Loved it!!!

  • @Robbie7441
    @Robbie7441 Před 4 lety +3

    Another great video lads respect 👍❤ to the three of you.

  • @smilindreamergaming781
    @smilindreamergaming781 Před 2 lety +6

    Good on you telling those people to slow down its disrespectful to both of you and dillon could have scared him if the boat starting rocking back and forth from the waves they were creating, i know when i get my boat im going to drive like my gran really slow and steady no need to race around enjoy the beautiful sights

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  Před 2 lety +1

      👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @LJnBodhi
    @LJnBodhi Před rokem +1

    So sweet how you made sure Dillon was warm and dry after his swim. Love you guys💞🐾

  • @veronikabartram2092
    @veronikabartram2092 Před 4 lety +2

    Love all your little anecdotes and historical facts you tell us and of course the photography is superb 😃