Hi and welcome to our channel, Love Life, Love Boat. Our boat 'Friday Night' is currently in Norfolk, and our channel takes you on an historical journey, showing the past boats and events, boat maintenance, adventures, discovering unknown and lost waterways as well as discovering new friends.
Although we are currently based on the Broads of Norfolk and Suffolk - sometimes called the Norfolk broads, we often find ourselves coastal cruising and aim to share our adventures with you.
In addition, we have a quirky small camper van - actually a Ford Freda - which is a Mazda Bongo in disguise, so #vanlife is also featured!
Let's mention the #kayak, which at present is a Sevylor Alameda - we have launched a new series call 'Another River' and I am going to be doing some solo adventuring later in 2023 - so watch out for that!
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I seem to remember the Waverly sailing the North Wales coast line and through the Menai Straits in the sixties. But I could be wrong?
I believe the Waverley itinerary nowadays takes it all around the UK and Ireland, and Wales also! I am not sure if it would have done in the 60's unless it was going to be used for excursions as it wasn't sold into preservation until 70's I believe, however, I may be wrong! It is always worth looking up the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society - They are on FB and KZread as the @PSPSScottishBranch and are extremely friendly and helpful - and would be really keen to also hear your story! Thank you for watching and commenting and have a peep at their website waverleyexcursions.co.uk/ as they have some great trips available for this year still and I can highly recommend a trip for a good value day out aboard a piece of living history!
Greetings from Croatia 🙂🍻👍I like this boat. Can you tell me if it is intended only for rivers or can it be sailed on the sea as well? It seems quite comfortable for a family of four? 🙂
This particular boat was for river and estuary use mainly but would be incredibly cramped for a family of 4, there is a bigger version called a Birchwood Interceptor 25, which are quite reasonably priced , and make great projects. I must admit, on a calm day, I did take it to sea, but only on a completely flat sea! Thank you for watching and commenting!
@@lovelifeloveboatThank you, I know there is a bigger boat, but I can drive this one on a trailer. 🙂 I can't find documentation from the ship, what is the construction category? Is it designed specifically for rivers and lakes? Or can it go to the sea? It says river boat. Can you tell me the width of the boat inside?
I believe that the boat build was before RCD Category but was RCD Cat B, it is many years since I owned this boat so I can't actually remember the beam inside - I found this one which says 2.54m www.jonesboatyard.co.uk/boat-sales/print-specification.aspx?id=5707
Port Engine won't Rev 3500rpm and doesn't get up plane??
WOT should see around 3300-3400 on a pair of KAD 32s any faster and the props may be incorrect. Not getting ont the plane could be incorrect props or just a very dirty underside. My problem on this video was very much a fuel / air issue - we have since cruised hundreds of miles thankfully!
Thank you so much for making this video. I used to moor my cruiser near by Maud when the work started and it was lovely to see what a wonderful project she became. Such a nice video, thank you. 👍
It has been one of my favourite uploads to make for such a long time. Linda and her crew are so welcoming :)
A good reply, which I ca’t top. Enjoyed our brief engagement. Happy sailing.
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Thank you
I remember this vessel well when she plied between Hull and New Holland Lincolnshire. With its shallow draft, it was ideal for dodging the ever changing mudflats in the Humber estuary. It was not unknown for the vessel to run aground on a falling tide in which case passengers retired to the bar to kill time until the tide turned and the vessel was afloat again. Watching the reciprocating pistons working to a rythmic sound was magical. Thank goodness she has been saved. 😂❤
Thank you for such wonderful memories - We do like the idea of 'retiring to the bar' when grounded! Amazingly the Waverley has little more draft than our own boat!
@@lovelifeloveboat Ah, but do you have a flat bottom?
Ah I do, but my boat doesn't - Personally, I find paddle steamers quite remarkable and their workload at Dunkirk is so easily overlooked!
Looks idyllic
Thanks Tommo - it is a little gem and literally on our doorstep - however, it gets very busy quickly and is somewhat reminiscent of the thames!
Beautiful sunset. Can’t wait to go back.
It really was. Thank you for your comment!
Wells like so many small UK ports has done for itself really. the failure to dredge the waterways and keep them navigable led to the decline in cargo through the port and the knock-on effect of that saw business closures and loss of jobs which of course led to people moving away from the area and the influx of second homes ownership never a good sign as they bring so very little into an area force up accommodation prices reduce transport links and induce a general decline in the populace and once entrenched they apply pressure on the local authority which prevents it from rejuvenating the area. Wells is basically now locked into this vicious circle of decline from which there is no escape with one ray of false hope in the development of a marina complex which while it might sound tempting will put the final seal on the place for good locking out the locals as these places so often do.
I tend to agree, although Wells, by road, is literally on my doorstep, and an area which I covered professionally with work, it is literally closed over winter months - and similar to so many Devon and Cornish towns, the key safes are appearing outside more and more homes. The development of the outer harbour was more driven by wind farm operation, however, they have got up and gone. Whilst I absolutely feel the harbour team are outstanding, it cannot be ignored that wells was built upon access to the Sea. Involvement of 'National' organisations could be even worse... The only way that this and any future can be gained - thankfully with the internet and other advances, is to ensure that young people have access to local housing and those buying property are having to use them (not all but a proportion) for primary residencies. Thank you for your very important points and although it, for us, is a picturesque journey, I have tried to reflect some of what you have mentioned.
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A lovely film, perhaps more correctly titled, "UP the River Chet".....in case you're looking for Loddon at the beginning.....🤔
Yes, I can never work out the correct 'up' or 'down' terminology! Thank you for watching!
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Great vid Gav, and really good to know about the visitor mooring at the Tingdene Marina on the southern shore. Is the bar restaurant open to visitorss, or is it permanent berth holders only?. Also, what are the overnight charges, and does that include free use of the shower block?. We`ll be aboard Lightning for 2 weeks from the August bank holiday weekend, any chance you will be around?. Some really lovely shots of inside Ardea, i`ve often seen her moored at Wroxham and was amazed at her varnished wood finish.
Yes Broadlands is open to the public, you can just drive or walk down from OB along the path. It is run by Moss and Co (Who now have the Commodore back) and is really friendly and well appointed! I don't know the overnight charges for visitors but a quick call to them will give you that answer! Thank you for commenting and look forward to seeing you onboard Lightning.
M & S sell delicious 'mini bites' millionaire shortbread, flapjacks etc. I force myself to eat these goodies because they come in pint buckets with a lid ... they are perfect for those little paint jobs...or silliconising canopies. 😅 Thank you for this very professional presentation...the drone shots were a treat. Well done ! 👍
Thank you - and I really don't need any excuse to buy those tubs! I hadn't realised that they had been specifically made with just such tasks in mind, and on those grounds, I am buying a job-lot of flapjack bites and chocolate mini rolls ... after which I feel, I, myself, will be 'siliconised' :)
@lovelifeloveboat I do enjoy your videos. As a local I am happy to welcome such nice people to the Broads. I do hope that you have many happy visits and I will be performing the secret ritual midnight dance to prevent it "being wholly black over Will's mother's" so you can get a bit of sunshine 🌞
😆 Yes a tad f sunshine would be nice!
Ouch!!!!
Yep Big ouch!
The older we get, the bigger tent we need, cos we don't bend like we used to.
As you could see - I certainly don't - I need a 'walk in' tent these days.... Hope the upload made you smile - or as one contributor, laughed out loud!!
good work
Thank you! Cheers!
Dose it smell like old garage mine did 😂
:) Actually it didn't smell too bad - there was that musty 'not been used in a lifetime' smell about it but either I got used to it or it just faded - or washed out!!
My mate Dave has a tent like that! It fell over in heavy rain. 🤣
I am so glad mine didn't on this occasion - at least the stand-by plan was definitely dry should I have needed it!
Dib dib dib you old Brussel Sprout !! What fun !! Happy memories 😂
I have to say I am so glad that tents have grown in size as I have over the years....!! Something different whilst I work on some boaty uploads!
Loitering with intent ? 😂😂
Ah very clever.... hope you enjoy it - I know it isn't boaty, but is just a little fun that I thought may get a few giggles! Points to look out for are me trying to get in the thing!
What does impulse.sparks.optimists mean?
Hi buddy - it is a What3Words location (W3W) the entire planet is covered in 1m squares and each has a three word identifying group!
Yes, it's a beautiful and a marvellous video. We are so lucky to have these people.What do these videos for us?Thank you sir thank you kindly
So nice of you
Can I ask sir? Why you picked a cruiser and not a yacht? I like to know why. It's because i'm thinking about buying a boat
For us it is time, Having previously had a sailing yacht, we now live very busy lives, but do hope to go back to sailing in the future, Thank you for your comment,
Fantastic effort ! Bookmarked for future reference.
Many thanks!
Beautiful and peaceful place❤
It really is!
Oh dear. Have you tried tiger balm on it i use when i have back pbs.
Thankfully I am a hardy soul and used to being bashed around a little! How is your classic boat resto coming along?
@@lovelifeloveboat putting new sea cocks and skin fittings and then off to a mooring at Hythe Marina Southampton water.
Awesome - I am currently looking for a small sailing boat, but has to be the right one, maybe a Hurley , leisure or similar - watch this space!
Bloody hell mate, you ok ?
Could have been worse, my boat may not have been there and then I would have had to learn to swim as well!!
Oh no, sorry you got hit and have had the injury and hassle. If it makes you feel any better, I'm all ok 😂😊🤦♂️
Ah well that is good then - you can walk to the bar and fetch and I will sit and recollect over a few beers soon!
@@lovelifeloveboat 🤣🤣
#markedsafe ;)
The 3D is made in France, not Germany
Hi Yes, 3D as a company is French, and make excellent products, but The 3D superlight Tender uses PVC fabric made in Germany by Mehler, sorry if that wasn't clear - and quite possible I made a mistake so will have to watch it again - either way, it appears you are rowing yours in a much warmer place than I was mine!!
Another lovely video - really relaxing and love the commentary. It's amazing to see how The Broads changes and evolves during the seasons. Great content.
Thank you, just catching up with your latest upload... all great as always! Thank you for the positive comment!
Very much enjoyed this upload. Minimal but informative commentary, & lovely music that was always appropriate to the footage. Unhurried but never boring, really great video thanks.
Thank you , I am always looking at something different - and I really never hurry on the river, just enjoy the ride... I have never understood the 'must get there' thing.... oh and very careful handling too! Thank you for the positive comment and glad you enjoyed this episode!
Lovely Rockland at 56:57 Yes such a shame about the New Inn being closed.. It does amaze me the tight little spaces you shuffle your boat into at times.
Can you do amazon link for the 40 quid buffer/drill thingy and that cutting compound. Cheers
Hi thank you for your comment, I cant find the item on amazon however, it looks like Sealy and Draper both have similar mini-polishers available. This is the link to the model I bought which is now showing as 'out of stock' www.ebay.co.uk/itm/166610453212 I also use this corded and much more powerful version with a 7inch lambs wool bonnet www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-264569-1200W-Sander-Polisher/dp/B002QS1LZ2/ref=sr_1_28?crid=HWT734QOXJHS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZID8KRcxDR_VydaVX39EnEv0XeKips7ZSVsuBX7sIoUaex_b2cikWMWeZQ86avxvPfvlT8iCxkZSndLfY11NbppWheI36yH0ENz7Jpx4sMOW9tLAyQxmu_uUxFvtbFCKJ3hGPff9DohI-DoZfe0YeB4PEFRFFspIwuRc916LNar1rnCwYjJEWru77RObNuzt46H2ORk7hmTETTn0xYD4WxT07VMxNxJEulGgwuzkIzHGzNT9mzPiCigdudpJoNoJnuYhXO7aiReVhrWwFm0F_cQTSpQVwqxolgfOn6Uy-Jk.KVMkmcQUQpGab9oWBCVJe0CJOXcDIBoYr92lNiNOBqs&dib_tag=se&keywords=vanity+polisher&qid=1711263209&sprefix=canitu+polisher%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-28 The polish is here at Marine Superstore but probably can be bought locally www.marinesuperstore.com/boat-cleaning/polishes-waxes/3m-perfect-it-gelcoat-light-cutting-comp?attribute_size=946ml&msclkid=5ffe1d1337131ea7c4ce78ecfbbedfa2&GS%3A%20Below%20100%20stock%20and%20remaining%20products%20%3E%20No%20Audience&Boat%20Cleaning And the top coat is good old Starbrite marine polish www.marinesuperstore.com/boat-cleaning/polishes-waxes/starbrite-marine-polish-473ml
The joy of boating matey. Service use service use. Great vlog as usual. Must take some tips
Did I mention the amount of pain killers I seem to need for days after? Antifouling will be fun - I vowed never to do it again... but that will be coming around again after Easter!!!!
It's nice to see someone other than myself likes the boat to be clean. Mind you I can't move as fast as you and a band never strikes up whilst watching me 🙈😂
I think it is my 'clown like' ability doing stuff - the guy with the sousaphone always gets in the way though!!
Beautiful view of the Chet, thanks.
Our pleasure!
Nice to see you again. I find it amazing that they travel all the way from Cornwall as it's such a lovely place to boat itself 😊
We agree! However, as Richard I think previously mentioned on his channel, the cost of keeping a boat in that area is outrageous - and I guess that when you live there, you crave for something different! I know which one I would chose though! We seem to have quite a bit of crossover content at the moment, but I am working on some more unique content which should be coming in April. Including, possibly, a smaller trailable boat if negotiations go well!!
@@lovelifeloveboat sounds great, I tow my boat to Cornwall regularly and I launch at a free public slipway and park on the roadside for free 😎
That is definitely our intention - Maybe nearer the time we can arrange a meet up? I am looking at a trailerable rib and getting a towbar fitted onto my little bongo which has a remarkably high towing weight!
Absolutely stunning and relaxing view of the Chet
Many thanks!
Really enjoyed this because it wasn't speeded up
Thank you - it is always difficult finding a balance of what people want, however, for any significant journeys, I am going to try and roll a slow TV clip - especially entering and leaving harbours as I have had positive comment that these really help others.
Excellent video. 👍 I remember watching the pilot board as Waverley was passing Tilbury that day!
Thank you - it really was a great day and a good few weeks for Waverley on the Thames!
Another brilliant vlog, that tidal flow is something else
Thank you 🙌
Hi Gav, did you find out any information regarding Peel Ports and the £20 transit fee to go through Great Yarmouth port area?
Yes, as it stands, from 1st January, regardless of whether a bridge is lifted or not, the fee is payable by pre-payment - ironically, if it isn't pre-paid the fee doubles to £40 each way - there was always a fee but this was discounted to zero by Peel if Broads Toll was held - it appears that any agreement between the two no longer exists! The tariff is here: www.peelports.com/media/gyep0f4e/great-yarmouth-port-charges-2024-ver-1.pdf
Thanks for the reply, this is bad news, its as if they are deliberately putting people off coming through the port after the Haven Bridge was out of action for so long!
I think they have always published a 'fee' but it has always been waived - more importantly is that BA have refused to comment on the operation, but there seems to have been alot of animosity between the parties. BA tried to reduce the size of vessels to 21m and were overruled to 24m water line length - this would have meant that BA could drop all pilotage responsibilities - there seems to have be some form of tied agreement between the two parties which may have ended? This isn't a good move by Peel who used to be very good but now see leisure (which they make a point of calling 'pleasure craft') as a hinderance - I pity anyone who enters GY seeking haven as they will be slapped with a massive bill. And as for not having land access to the floating bridge pontoons - that is just plain daft from an emergency services access point of view. Anyway that is my soap boxing for the day all done in one go!
So incredibly shocked to come across this information today. My dad’s pictured here but was reassigned prior to this flight. These were his crew mates… he never spoke of the war to his children.
Thank you for your comment - This is an accident I always knew about, growing up locally, but only began researching last year. I initially incorrectly called this aircraft 'Little Davey II' but found that the name had been withdrawn from the airframe prior to this accident and it reverted to just being '568.' There is an excellent museum at Debach who are custodians of many of the records of this station and I do dearly hope I can visit in months to come and revisit this story, compassionately, in some greater detail.
Very relaxing and looks beautiful - however, you need a new GoPro mount I think! :)
Working on it!
looks like a complete nightmare why there so many bouys?
It is a little like Ski Sunday!
yeah seems like lol nothing like that at fareham marina much easier for when i get engine fixed and try my snapdragon out for the first time@@lovelifeloveboat