I wonder if Google will be curious why so many people from around the world suddenly search "Si the pie"

@rocknroth764

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe we can make Si the Pie trend. lol

@AvaT42

3 жыл бұрын

Haha. I did exactly that! Lol. It Did not get me anywhere so I still don’t know who it was.

I just want you to know how meaningful it has been to watch your series. I am stuck with cancer, chemo and covid in Virginia and greatly miss travel. I had always wanted to take a trip on a narrowboat in the English canals. You have given that to me. Thank you!

@CountryHouseGent

2 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear that Debbie. Truly humbled that the videos are helping in some small way. Stay strong, please.

Ah, the chug chug of Aslan - all is right with the world! Thank you Kevin.

@johnd7904

3 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Charlie Allnut and the African Queen every time!

@rigchap1

3 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed!

@rigchap1

3 жыл бұрын

Love the sound!

Hi Kevin only just spotted the last two vids - it's Si the Pie here. Glad you liked the pies, no I am not a baker, just a guy who likes a pie. Also a biker, 94 Africa Twin and CRF 250. So if you are up this way and fancy a ride sometime I can bring some pastry based edibles. Keep safe and keep making the videos. I'm on Facebook as Barry Wino - my Nome de plume!!

@gailwinterkorn4086

3 жыл бұрын

Baking sounds like a new career path Si. Thanks for uncloaking the mystery!

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Si and at last, the mystery has been solved. I can't tell you how much of a suprise that was, finding those tasty treats on the front deck. How did you manage to put them there without making a sound or rocking the boat? Cheers again,

@Memate2683

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent Bit of a ninja and I think you were out. Awfully flattered you thought it could have been Si King!! Praise indeed.

Two extremes of human contact on the canal system. Bloke in wide beamed boat didn't even acknowledge his fellow boat man. Another stranger gifts some quality food.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

True. I recall he seemed completely unamused by something. I got right out the way though (barely avoiding scratching the paint on the trees).

@francishughes5205

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, a pillock in an oversized yoghurt pot.

@woodyjenny6353

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent Receiving goodness of spirit from Si, is restoring for the soul. These opposites in mankind, sad and then high resonance and vibes, we all encounter very much.

@catpurrson3651

3 жыл бұрын

@@francishughes5205Well said!

@lbenjaminable

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, he seemed rather aloof, didn't he? I'm not a fan...

We are so envious of those pies! That was very kind of Si the Pie. We watch and hope to be where you are one of these days. Until then, we are very happy to enjoy your amazing videos Kevin! Thanks!

TURNING ON THIS VID AND HEARING ASLAN'S ZENMATIC CHUG-CHUG-CHUG...IT WAS LIKE INSTANT RELAXATION. THANK YOU SO MUCH KEV AND ASLAN.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

I really must do a long audio mp3 of Aslan chugging along. Zen and all that.

@kiltedbill7594

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent ASMR TO MY EARS....

@ritaloy8338

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent That would be a great audio just listening Aslan chugging away. Now when will it be available? I will be waiting.

@jerryedmonds79

Жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent Aslan reminds me of this video every time I hear her: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nJaCj8yIYZTce8o.html

Yes the sound of Aslan and Kevin's dialog has been a welcome part of surviving 2020!!! 😀❤

Kevin, I hope you're doing well. My daughter and I have been waiting for an update. You don't know just what you mean to many people. We watch your struggles and we wish we could help. All we can do is to tell you to stay strong and that you have people that do care. They may be half a world away, but it doesn't matter. You are important to us. Hope you're well Kevin. We're here for you.

I admire the courage of any man who would eat an anonymous pie of unknown origin.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Ha yes David, the thought did cross my mind but I weighed up the odds of someone delivery two frozen pies in a sealed food bag and who just happened to be in the Tewitfield area AND knew I was going to be there around that time. It's a difficult job but someone has to do it. :)

@johnd7904

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent You had our mouths watering for those savory pies.

@catpurrson3651

3 жыл бұрын

Nice little thing just happened...I clicked on this video and turned away to pick up something on the floor when I heard Aslan's industrious "banging(?)" And found myself smiling. Too cool! Dang! Those pies made me hungry. And I'd just had supper. You're a lefty. There's 2 kinds of people in the world...southpaws and those that wish they were.

@tracyruth4247

3 жыл бұрын

Where to next?

@quill6211

3 жыл бұрын

The appreciation for Kevin that Si showed by giving him those wonderful pies is heartfelt.

Just woke up ,get to enjoy my morning coffee with you and Aslan

Good to see you and Aslan out and about again,with the hypnotic chug of Aslan everything’s fine.👌

I started watching you on amazon like 5 yrs ago I watch the series 3 times on amazon till I found you on youtube now I watch all kinds of narrow boat channels. Have a great day and cheers my friend

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome to hear Lewis, cheers.

Stellar drone shots 👌🏻 The dad in me wants to say “at least you’re getting something out of those drone classes.” 😂

Great to have regular posting back, we've really missed you and Aslan!

@ceeceety2320

3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!

@thefitzs

3 жыл бұрын

We really have.

Awe, thank you for this priceless video of the beautiful British canal you are chugging on as I had wanted to see them again.

The reed beds are an essential habitat for wild life; including Cetti Warblers, Bitterns, Marsh Harriers, Starlings, Swallows, Martins, Cranes and a wide variety of rare moths to name some. Reed beds rock, love a reed bed and save the world.

@mazack00

3 жыл бұрын

are they only suitable along the canals with the V bottom? or can they grow in deeper places as well?

Making me feel hungry ! Come on Si reveal yourself to the world ! Reminds me of the mystery of the phantom flan finger of old London Town.

After a long hiatus , the joy of chugging through life without COVID-19 as a passenger.

What a pleasant escape from my world to yours, Thanks Kevin!

You and I share something. We are both free spirits. I'm in my caravan and you are in your lovely boat hitting the road but in your case it's the canal.

A really beautiful trip. It really is crazy to think back on all that’s transpired since you set out. I’m excited to see what’s next! Take care and thanks, as always, for sharing your journey with us.

I meant to say..... giving us all a glimpse of your wonderful life with your wonderful videos. Thery always lower my blood pressure!

Absolutely loved it. Glad to see you back and see you smiling again You look like the weight of the world has been lifted from your shoulders. Beautiful video as always, and those pies looked fab. Take care and look forward to seeing the next one x

Amazon recommended your show (presumably after my string of British docuseries) and now I'm here after finishing up series 6. I'm in West Virginia, USA but find this both an interesting and a relaxing watch. Admire your courage for facing fears (e.g. long dark tunnels) and getting back on the tiller after a terrifying New Years. Keep the content coming and stay safe!

We have totally enjoyed bing-watching Aslan and CHG on an adventure. We can feel our blood pressure going down! Of course the hard work of going through all of those locks probably had an opposite effect on CHG! Thank you for chronicling your travels. Numerous places you went through made me want to relocate! What a lovely country! Thank you!

Excellent show. Amazing how time can slip away so fast.

Si the pie, legend.

@mci6830

3 жыл бұрын

I like the way he ate them both 😁

@MessengerRising

3 жыл бұрын

@@mci6830 Haha! No veg just meat and pastry like a man.

Absolutely gorgeous country views! CHG & Aslan first introduced me to the canals via Amazon, but now I follow on KZread. I love the sound of that old engine and the snarky humorous commentary. So glad you are able to share your travels again.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you Kat.

Those baby goats!!☺️😄🥰

Been meaning to write something for some time now. Really can't say enough about how much I've enjoyed watching Travels by Narrow Boat over the last year and a half. Travels by Narrow Boat is equal parts entertaining, illuminating, and fascinating as Keven educates the world (or at least those of us who watch in America) about a slice of English history, culture, and life most of us undoubtedly had no idea existed. Would also like to add that Keven is a pretty fantastic video editor and narrator. Please keep up all your amazing work Mr. Shelly. My partner and I look forward with great gusto to more of your efforts.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Love it. Thank you so much Ann. ☺

I’ve been a fan since you began. It’s been So good to have you back again! Cheers, Kevin, and thank you!

I’m ‘Si the Pie’…and so is my wife!!! 😜 What a nice gesture 👍

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

No, I'm Spartacus !!

It's funny how many people thought the pies could have been poisoned. That never entered my mind. The scenery was soooo beautiful. And I also find your trips very relaxing.

Kevin, looks like maybe wet weather coming your way. Take care my friend. Hope you are well. Enjoying country house gent merch. T-shirt and mug. (Laughing at “maniac”) Cheers,

Thank you for the beautiful views. Even when it looked to pour rain it was beautiful. Great start to the day.

Lovely to see you out enjoying the canal again. I agree with snortyhog, all is right with the world again!! I've often thought, but have forgotten to mention, I think you do a wonderful job with your video editing. I know nothing about that art, but I can tell it's professionally done. Keep up the great work.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Mary

Hello from Virginia, USA. Kevin we started our Narrowboat video journey with you and CHG is still our very favorite. We hope you are well and happy.

Great to meet you today by chance Kevin and your lady too. You might spot NB Little Bird, you never know on my return journey towards the link - a tibbetan flags adorned little narrowboat :) thanks for all the episodes and inspiration, look fwd to new episodes too :) Richard

Thanks for this I've had to resort to playing season one again. It's how I unwind :)

@raysmith6891

3 жыл бұрын

The first day cruising is a great video some would say amazing...loved it and made me buy my own boat

This is wonderful! We have been looking forward to a new series.

Afternoon Kevin. Another fantastic journey with yourself, some absolute great scenery along the way to..... The sound of Aslan in my view is THERAPEUTIC how u don't fall asleep Steering her to that beautiful sound is beyond me. What a fabulous gift from "Si The Pie"...... They look so, so good. And to see people doing that, restores one's faith in human nature. What a waste of a beautiful canal that is on that closed section. If your getting your extension lead out..... I'm on my way with my pickaxe ☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️ we can do it you know, yourself with your electric drill, myself with the pickaxe 😉😉😉😉😉😉 BRILLIANT drone footage as well. All in all another fantastic journey with yourself, listening to your musings, the sound of Aslan & looking at beautiful views. Thank you once again Alan L200

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alan. I do enjoy reading how viewers enjoy the videos and how much they get from them.

Congratulations on finishing this canal. The US is returning to normal, and I'm glad to see you and Aslan are too. Can't wait to see where we get to go next.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I just finished this-- after watching all 7 seasons. This is the best tranquilizer made... :-) Man oh man, wish I was there- alas, awaiting back surgery in 3 weeks- and this is the most relaxing video I've ever seen-- and will probably watch all 7 seasons again. Thanks a million!

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Aw back surgery. Hope it sorts out your problem, Neil. I used to suffer badly with crippling back pain, caused by a Spina Bifida Occulta that I have. Got so bad the only option was to have 3 vertebrae fused together, which would have reduced mobility considerably. Strangely however, once I got on the boat, the pain ended and hasn't returned since. Best wishes,

@neilslade

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent Thanks very much :-) I also create and edit video, and I know how time consuming and how much work you put into your show. (kzread.info) you do a great job, and I often note your photographer's eye. The scenery you share is just fantastic, and I will watch it all again- Cheers!- Neil

Thank you Kevin for the best half-hour one can spend on a Sunday afternoon! Now I have to find me a meat pie.

What a lovely gesture from Si the Pie. When you go to Glasson Dock, try some Kippers from the Smoke house. That's if you like kippers? 🤣🦁 Dave and Sue

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Will take a look Susan and get some if they're still there. Love kippers, with a bit of butter. :)

Perhaps Kendal no longer wanted to be associated with canals? The M6 crosses lots of Canals up and down the country. When I lived in Coventry in Longford. Regular to the Greyhound inn at Hawksbury walking along the canal and under the M6 every Sunday for 14 years 👍🏻 Love Ashlan chug chug chug ing along. 🙏🏻

I have just recently found you and this channel . I hope you do read this as you and aslan travels have seriously helped lower my stress levels and made things much better for me during my daily living , please keep traveling and taking us all along on the journey.

I've met those types on the Thames mate. Normally a highly polished fibre glass hull with Clarence and penelope sipping G&t dressed in pure white Sunday best. Definitely didn't feel comfortable sharing a lock with them. My 70ft of hard steel doesn't agree with fibreglass hulls. 😅. Lovely scenery look forward to the next vid

Beautiful countryside gent. Lovely footage! Thanks for cruising me along. Safe journeys.

It is my birthday and thank you for this fresh video as a fine gift. your method of filming at boat speed is just so relaxing, you should be given some sort of recognition from your government as an ambassador of travel.

@ceeceety2320

3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday!

@amberandcoco5497

3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday James have a good day

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Many happy returns James.

Very enjoyable vid mate👍 wouldn't it be marvelous if the canal was reopened all the way to Kendal.....amount of joy and prosperity it would bring.

@CountryHouseGent

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers. Yes, who knows, one day.

Hi Kevin. I volunteer with the Lancaster Canal trust who have a trip boat 'Waterwitch' on the northern reaches , at Crooklands, 8 miles up the canal from Tewitfield. A 'virtual' cruise does exist at : www.lctrust.co.uk/gallery/virtual-tour Its encouraging to see comments from people wanting the top end of the Lanky to be restored. its a very big project to do it all in one so future strategy might be to tackle it in different sections. The last 6 miles is dry into Kendal and the towpath is currently being made/improved into a Towpath Trail. work also going on between bridges 172 and 173 to repair and refill with water, then re-join to the 'watered' section before it. Lots going on but most of it is background work that people won't see. Glad you made it to the end of the Lanky.

Just wondering if everything alright. Just concerned you are well and all. Strange times here in S. Carolina currently. We miss your Vlogs.

Do you ever think - 'Ahh, I'm driving my home with an engine past yours that just stays there'. 😂

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Ha, I haven't but now you mention it . . .

Thank you to Kevin and Si the Pie! Great video and always nice to see generous kind folks!

Absolutely stunning countryside...really enjoyed it thank you ........thoes pies looked yummy.....stay safe xxxxx

Like you Kev, it amazes me how those civil engineers don't plan ahead, it would not of taken much to go around or over the canal at that point, then what a lovely trip by all to Kendal could be had. Great vlog mate.

@orcaflotta7867

3 жыл бұрын

On mainland Europe "English engineering" is short for "rubbish".

My morning coffee and Country House Gent ya can’t beat that! Great video!

You have no idea how much when I see a new post, it brightens the day - Thanks CHG

Thank you for a most enjoyable ride Kevin. I loved every scenic mile. Beautifully filmed. Cheers!

Mr Gent, I saw the narrow boat stuff on Amazon some time back and avoided it studiously. How interesting could it be? Then one day I tuned in to your dark Sith competitor and it was off to the races. After a time we found you and left him moored up somewhere until we binge up all your stuff anyway. Starting, I had NO idea what to expect, and I'm no dummy. Cucumber sandwiches and lifted pinky? What? 1. I had NO idea jolly ol had that much countryside. True, trees are kinda sparse....but all that open country astounded me. I would have thought that starting 100 years ago it would have been wall to wall housing. Some as nice as Henry Potter's urban home before he hopped the train for Voldemort....but no more than 24x24 back yard 'gardens'. 2. Learned that nobody waves in jolly ol. Know all ducks of Britland now...and some feisty swans. Looked up what in the hello is a pork pie? Got the recipe but I'm not going to try it. 3. Multiply all prices x2 to arrive at what similar would cost here. 4. Can actually understand you, except when you feign a British accent, sounding much like an American feigning a British accent. 5. Did research on 16ft fishing poles of the canals. Never did exactly learn if the fish in those ditches are actually edible. I think I'd not partake. Boat guys DO NOT FISH, btw, even in the rivers. Not one bass boat in sight. Incredible. 6. Enjoyed seeing the innards of Britland in the various ports of call. Had no idea what to expect. 7. Suspect that narrow boating here, had we canals, eating hamburgers and hot dogs every day, you would soon bloat and die. You do eat strange food. You would be a favorite with the little old ladies on eating days at church, as you do know how to put it away. We're just now getting into the epicurean episodes. Typical: "And tonight I will be making a delicious sweet banana pudding. First, saute two large sweet onions..." I suspect that somewhere on that narrow boat lurks a very fine computer operated off of hot water from your very fine diesel and sunlight only. A mystery how you edit using only stone tools whilst (whilst...I can write Brit when I want to) sitting on a bear skin carpet. We are hooked, thank you very much. Kind of like watching videos from Mars or something. They have canals there also. Please carry on as they say in jolly ol so that we may be amused, educated, and delighted here in the back woods of Alabama. I doff my cranberry to ye.

Well that was darn near perfect.

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Cool. Thanks Lynn.

@claren4643

3 жыл бұрын

I agree.

Living vicariously thru your videos Kevin. Life is too short!!

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lora. I suppose an upside to recent events is many have discovered the true meaning and value of life?

@loremcsweeney1367

3 жыл бұрын

Agree. We’re back to basics when finding our happiness. Your videos are a wonderful window to a previously unknown adventure. Thank you for taking us along!

As a student, I lived for the final year of my 3 years Art & Design Degree in a narrowboat on the canal. That was in 1981-82 (40 years ago). Many of my memories had faded until I saw this series on Amazon Prime Video. Since then, I've been engrossed, and have been watching several series back-to-back ever since. Thank you, Kevin, for a fantastic collection 🤝 Rick

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful memories Rick and what a fabulous time to be young and at art college/uni AND living in such an unorthadox (at the time) way. Perhaps the hiring of a narrowboat for a week is on the cards, just for old time's sake? Cheers,

@rickbear7249

3 жыл бұрын

@@CountryHouseGent Sadly, I'm afraid you're right. I now live only 1/4 mile from one of the reopened sections of the Basingstoke Canal, and you've sparked that long-forgotten longing to put-put-put slowly through an ever changing vista for a day or five along the canal 😄, darn it! -- Rick

Excellent video again. Thanks so much for sharing. Keep well and I look forward to the next one. Cheers

Kevin, you’re looking great and sounding relieved that you can travel about, take care, cheers Charlie from Pennsylvania

Kev,your definitely the pie master. What a nice surprise.

Just incredible CHG! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

Well worth the wait a great video.

So beautiful!

Yes kev man, am so glad you making these again, keep up the good work 👍very soothing viewing

Thanks for another great episode!

Thanks for season seven and congrats for finishing the trip.

So glad to see you are back at it!

Thanks for this. I hope that someone takes the initiative and reopens that stretch of the Lancaster one day. That was so nice of Si the Pie to give you a gift. Glad you enjoyed them.

Country side looks beautiful!

Another excellent vlog Kevin , thank you 👍🏻

Nice to see you Kevin and hear aslan again look forward to more of your vlogs stay safe

I enjoyed that. A good surprize to wake up to 2 pies. Keep well.

Excellent job as usual Kevin! Cheers!

Awesome journey, awesome story!

Kevin, hope you are well. Look forward to your next outing. Take care. Cheers

Top video thank you 😊

I watched your early series avidly. Glad to rediscover your adventures with Aslan. Many thanks.

Brill, as usual thanks

What a great vlog, really enjoyed it.

Are you coming back? Hope you are enjoying some peace and quiet!

Thank you for another great video. Nice to see all the activity along the canal again.

It is a joy to see your beautiful country from a viewpoint that not many people get to see. I’m looking forward to our next adventure? Thanks!

Congratulations on reaching the end of the Lancaster after such a long and interrupted journey! It's great to see you back on the move and in good spirits. :) As always, thank you very much for having us along with you on your travels. Stay safe and well!

LOVE THAT SOUND !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I do hope they take up your 3 point plan to reopen the way all the way to Kendal. It's hard to imagine the decision making process that led to NOT building a bridge right there. I'm so glad you went to look at the other side for us. It doesn't look as difficult as some of the other reopenings underway. Well done to Si the Pie 🥧 for making the end of your journey in such a delicious way. Thanks for the beautiful views. I especially enjoyed the rope swing. I'm glad to see that is still a thing!!

@CountryHouseGent

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it is confusing why they got so far, then called it a day. Also it's encouraging to see children being children, without 'good old' Health and Safety getting in the way. 😌

Nice trip, Kev! Just what I needed this morning. Glad the rain held off for you.

The scenery is just beautiful Kevin. What a gorgeous green everything is. Thanks for taking us along.

Those pies looked really delicious.....3 cheers to Si !...and thank you for sharing another great vlog....I'm so glad to see you and Aslan out and about again !!.....stay well...💜👍🎸

Absolutely fabulous 🎣

Great to see you again. Enjoyed the video.

I’ve now watched every video from the start Kevin , you’ve a good life and so relaxing watching you on the canals, keep up the good work your doing well done

Congratulations! An amazing journey despite the forced delay. The most beautiful scenery yet in a Vlog! Loved it!! Good to see you. Take care.