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

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
    @freedomisntfree55734 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure! 👍🏻

  • @240aking

    @240aking

    4 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@240aking Thanks, Andy!

  • @cathymckay3784
    @cathymckay37843 жыл бұрын

    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

    3 жыл бұрын

    I miss him every single day 💜☹️

  • @jiloute22
    @jiloute224 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! 😂

  • @kingfisherfd2
    @kingfisherfd24 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, his old bones aren’t straight

  • @KerrikkiLurgan

    @KerrikkiLurgan

    4 жыл бұрын

    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 😄

  • @dog11222
    @dog112224 жыл бұрын

    Vlogs getting better all the time ..n1 guys

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers!

  • @austfox2170
    @austfox21704 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Back of the classroom! 😂

  • @catpurrson3651
    @catpurrson36513 жыл бұрын

    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

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @erishsonata5220
    @erishsonata52204 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @AllMy78s
    @AllMy78s2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    2 жыл бұрын

    He is very much missed xx

  • @TaoJones101
    @TaoJones1014 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @motorcyclemitzi8022
    @motorcyclemitzi80224 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awww... Ta! 💜

  • @maryfox925
    @maryfox9254 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure, Mary! x

  • @hollisberry30
    @hollisberry304 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww, thank you! 👍🏻💜

  • @WoodMotorsports
    @WoodMotorsports4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, James 👍🏻

  • @Jessalove777
    @Jessalove7774 жыл бұрын

    I love the random fact all through out these vlogs

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Jessa! 😛

  • @stefflatham3085
    @stefflatham30853 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Always a pleasure!

  • @pbcanal1
    @pbcanal14 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    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 👍🏻💜

  • @terrydonnell5862
    @terrydonnell58624 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    The lighting is amazing in the winter! Thanks Terry!

  • @lkbranniff3298
    @lkbranniff32984 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yeah, he's fine 💜

  • @lancpudn
    @lancpudn4 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers. What an epic! 😂

  • @evanofelipe
    @evanofelipe4 жыл бұрын

    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’.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing history, I love it!

  • @YHBW1001
    @YHBW10013 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    It was a beautiful sunrise!

  • @katerh3198
    @katerh31984 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @michaelhiggins7365

    @michaelhiggins7365

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@michaelhiggins7365 Thanks, Michael 💜

  • @pkluske
    @pkluske4 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @alanblack9540
    @alanblack95404 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ziggy8222
    @ziggy82224 жыл бұрын

    Dillon Is fantastic, I love him.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Everybody loves Dillon 💜

  • @cecilwilson5442
    @cecilwilson54424 жыл бұрын

    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 😍👍

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Not this time, anyway 😉

  • @ellebelle8515
    @ellebelle85154 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @KerrikkiLurgan
    @KerrikkiLurgan4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! yes he does 😂

  • @hildahickey6964
    @hildahickey69644 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    He's gorgeous, Hilda! 💜

  • @janethartwig774
    @janethartwig7744 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @williamthompson7162
    @williamthompson71624 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @chrisskelhorn5727
    @chrisskelhorn57274 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @chrisskelhorn5727

    @chrisskelhorn5727

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @leeshellam3150
    @leeshellam31503 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Every single day 💜

  • @marilynkirby-roach187

    @marilynkirby-roach187

    3 жыл бұрын

    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

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@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.

  • @matthewdowd4686
    @matthewdowd46864 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @matthewdowd4686

    @matthewdowd4686

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@matthewdowd4686 We love him 💜❤️

  • @rontanser9369
    @rontanser93694 жыл бұрын

    Well done guys excellent as always

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Ron!

  • @stevecrombie5357
    @stevecrombie53574 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww, thanks, Steve!

  • @Gasmaskratto
    @Gasmaskratto3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @derekwarner6898
    @derekwarner68984 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Derek! Much appreciated :)

  • @lorikendrick1705
    @lorikendrick17053 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @SuperRobertwillis
    @SuperRobertwillis4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Yeah, kinda 👍🏻

  • @SMILEVIDEOTRAINS
    @SMILEVIDEOTRAINS4 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Keith!

  • @KickzQueenCustoms
    @KickzQueenCustoms4 жыл бұрын

    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 ❤️

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    It’s our pleasure!

  • @lone8869
    @lone88694 жыл бұрын

    Dillion. 😍 He is absolutely adorable.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    He really is 💜

  • @willsgetoff1157
    @willsgetoff11574 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, thanks. He dried off within a week 😂

  • @ritatharp5238
    @ritatharp52383 жыл бұрын

    Dillon is a special dog. 💟

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    💜💜💜

  • @izby2652
    @izby26524 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww, thank you! 💜

  • @bondicraig37
    @bondicraig374 жыл бұрын

    Great video again. Love the history lesson!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Craig! 👍🏻

  • @dcraig9496
    @dcraig94964 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure! 👊🏻

  • @pulsey2001
    @pulsey20014 жыл бұрын

    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 👍

  • @margaretwilliamson9659

    @margaretwilliamson9659

    4 жыл бұрын

    Truly, like therapy!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! I'd hate to be normal 😂 xx

  • @chrisandjaneonnarrowboatpo3917
    @chrisandjaneonnarrowboatpo39174 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @PhilipInCoventry
    @PhilipInCoventry4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for another fabulous video. Pleased that Dillon ok.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @stephenpegum9776
    @stephenpegum97764 жыл бұрын

    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 😎👍👍

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Stephen!

  • @1911olympic
    @1911olympic3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    We miss him every single day! 💜

  • @NorthernThinker
    @NorthernThinker4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww, cheers! 😊

  • @donaldbeck498
    @donaldbeck4982 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Thank you!

  • @joannestringfellow6180
    @joannestringfellow61804 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @cathymckay3784
    @cathymckay37843 жыл бұрын

    Love your music during your video!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yay, thank you!

  • @ianboothroyd5140
    @ianboothroyd51404 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Yeah, he takes ages to dry off 😂

  • @tomrobinson2919
    @tomrobinson29194 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @farmgirl2cr
    @farmgirl2cr4 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @rebekahleonard2884
    @rebekahleonard28843 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Rebekah!

  • @carolynabramo7108
    @carolynabramo71084 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    We couldn't agree more! 💜

  • @RetroRatz
    @RetroRatz4 жыл бұрын

    That sky was amazing!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    It really was! 😊

  • @philipizzard2584
    @philipizzard25844 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ah, that's fine, you don't need to explain 😂

  • @philipizzard2584

    @philipizzard2584

    4 жыл бұрын

    I do I’m usually on at 4pm Friday 🤪

  • @dannyg2360
    @dannyg23603 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @christophergraham8324
    @christophergraham83244 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    They are, but Colin takes the photos 😂

  • @LJnBodhi
    @LJnBodhi Жыл бұрын

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

  • @johngrosshans1040
    @johngrosshans10403 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, John! 👍🏻

  • @stevefreear884
    @stevefreear8844 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    Wow!

  • @stevefreear884

    @stevefreear884

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @mikeenglish6401
    @mikeenglish64014 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @scottpeter5704
    @scottpeter57043 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @harryduffy989
    @harryduffy9894 жыл бұрын

    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 .

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ah, that explains it 👍🏻

  • @marya.8980
    @marya.89802 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome, Mary. Thank you x

  • @cresshead
    @cresshead4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @nettiek3806
    @nettiek38063 жыл бұрын

    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

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ournarrowboatquest4894
    @ournarrowboatquest48944 жыл бұрын

    😂🤣😂, loved it Guys!! Thanks for the shout out! 🥰 and the cameo. The rest of the video wasn’t too shabby either!!😘. Glad Dillon was ok, give Him our love, and you can have some too!💕 🐶 xx

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    He's fine, just a bit damp for the rest of the day 😂 xxx

  • @smilindreamergaming781
    @smilindreamergaming7812 жыл бұрын

    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

    2 жыл бұрын

    👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @for.tax.reasons
    @for.tax.reasons4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    💜

  • @japrods1
    @japrods14 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! I should be on Cadbury commission! 😂

  • @locksnkeys
    @locksnkeys4 жыл бұрын

    You bunch of irriots love your work!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Thanks 👍🏻

  • @geraldhenrickson7472
    @geraldhenrickson74724 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yes, that's right 👍🏻

  • @merlynmitchell5195

    @merlynmitchell5195

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree totally - excellent footage,

  • @guidofawkes9377
    @guidofawkes93774 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻

  • @waytosacramento3843
    @waytosacramento38434 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww, that's sweet! Thank you x

  • @garethcarruthers
    @garethcarruthers4 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear about your dog, Gareth. x

  • @michaelwatson113
    @michaelwatson1134 жыл бұрын

    Great story telling. Great production cvalues. As usual.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! 💜

  • @onefunnyoldman
    @onefunnyoldman4 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    Tha's a bi'turley 😂

  • @onefunnyoldman

    @onefunnyoldman

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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 :)

  • @roytabberer7427
    @roytabberer74274 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @roytabberer7427

    @roytabberer7427

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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.

  • @paulhoughton5164
    @paulhoughton51644 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @stephholder7884
    @stephholder78844 жыл бұрын

    Guys I have to say the most massive thank you. Me and the Other Half had always planned to buy a narrowboat when we retired, but sadly not to be. OH got cancer in 2015 and our plans changed. We did as many boating holidays as we could (last one was the Avon Ring May/June this year. Sadly he died just before Christmas. We’ve been watching your vlogs for a long while, and now I can watch and remember places we went. In our early days we went under the telegraph pole bridge and he spent ages taking photos, then realised he had no film in the camera! (It was a long time ago!) Norbury junction is a favourite of ours as well, we hired ‘Summer Wine’ several times and I know what you mean about the wharf community. Can I recommend the bacon butties in the cafe at the boatyard?! Anyway, sorry for the essay, looking forward to watching many more of your vlogs, and boating vicariously. Thank you for sharing. Steph xx

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Steph! 👋 I'm really sorry that you lost your other half. Cancer is horrible! Oh no, must have been annoying to find there was no film in the camera 😂 Take care 💜

  • @yeoldfart8762
    @yeoldfart87624 жыл бұрын

    You two...three do a great job of filming and story telling on the canal.. my sister had a terrier that loved standing on the front of the canoe. I was always paddling in the back. Fortunately he was small so I could just reach down, grab the collar and hoist him in. Then of he’d go back up to the front again.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Oh wow! Haha! 😂

  • @floydskifloyd2870
    @floydskifloyd28704 жыл бұрын

    Nice doggy rescue well done lads 👍

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers 👍🏻

  • @silashouse1054
    @silashouse10544 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    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

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @GeminiAmbience
    @GeminiAmbience3 жыл бұрын

    "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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aww, cheers 🏳️‍🌈

  • @olejacobstalesen6558
    @olejacobstalesen65584 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @olejacobstalesen6558

    @olejacobstalesen6558

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@olejacobstalesen6558 Very kind 👍🏻

  • @traffordsfinest1137
    @traffordsfinest11374 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha! He takes aaaaaages to dry properly 😂

  • @Maggie4paws
    @Maggie4paws4 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Trish 💜

  • @Robbie7441
    @Robbie74414 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Robbie!

  • @240aking
    @240aking4 жыл бұрын

    Yet again another superb video, when you watch you can see why they say that the British isles are full of mystical legends, the fiery sky and hanging mist. Just to add to your Y sounding like U this is the way you pronounce Y in Russian, also love the way you both really care about Dillon you are both super star's.

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww, cheers Andy! I always wanted to learn Russian 😂

  • @240aking

    @240aking

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@FoxesAfloat Silver fox would be серебряные лисы

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@240aking Nice one! 👍🏻

  • @veronikabartram2092
    @veronikabartram20924 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FoxesAfloat

    @FoxesAfloat

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers, Veronika!