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The reality of a long cruise | narrowboat vlog
Welcome to another vlog! We left you the previous night when we decided to make a mad dash for London and vowed to wake up at 6am to get cracking.
We make our way through Milton Keynes and it's a pretty challenging day. In this vlog: we see WAY TOO MUCH of a heron, rescue not one but two wildlife friends, go through a very weird little lock (and a lot of others)(maybe too many??). Oh yes, and the WIND 💨 The weather is a constant, in that it's constantly Doing Something and by the time we moor up we're exhausted, wet and beginning to rethink our overly ambitious cruising plan 🙃...
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🎬 Filmed by Kris Atomic and Andrew Kendall, edited by Kris Atomic.
🧍🏼‍♀️About me:
Hiya, I'm Kris. At the end of 2022 I moved from a flat in London to live, work, and travel full time around the UK on a 70ft narrowboat with my boyfriend Andrew and our cat Matilda.
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The water cap incident - an epic narrowboat rescue mission.

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  • @karen6778
    @karen6778 5 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    🥰 you always pick the perfect music. Sorry you both got so wet. Thank you for taking us along! 🙏

  • @wendyluvsbooks1580
    @wendyluvsbooks1580 21 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I just love your videos , what you capture is just beautiful, love the sound of the rain must sound nice in the boat and with the fire 🔥 going nice and cozy after being so wet from the rain 🌧️, can’t wait for the next video 📚💕📚

  • @jenniferclyde8911
    @jenniferclyde8911 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Oh yeah, I get the visceral claustrophobia thing every so often, and while I can usually distract myself enough, it’s quite stressful keeping it together 😅 congrats on making it through the tunnel and I also really enjoyed the heron content

  • @claireskinner9077
    @claireskinner9077 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Lovely filming and editing as always. I can’t help but watch all of that rain pouring off the boat and think ‘surely there’s a way to capture that in a gutter type system and divert it to your tanks’ to save you having to stop for water so often. It’s England after all, where the rain is plentiful!!

  • @cherylhmackie
    @cherylhmackie วันที่ผ่านมา

    A hot strong wind means wild fires in Australia. I never like wind that is hot, especially when it is a strong wind. Turns out they mean trouble on the way in the UK as well, but in your case they say a storm is on the horizon. Neither sound like great options. Looked like a long day, hopefully your moving home was warm and cosy when you got inside.

  • @flossey100
    @flossey100 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful atmospheric and delightful…..💖💖💖🇦🇺

  • @ruaidhrikathygill8833
    @ruaidhrikathygill8833 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The Heron!!!! Eagle eye Andrew spots a bike in need of rescue 🛟 but is able to resist the temptation. I think the rescue of the swan and toad made up for it. Beautiful cinematography Wolverton mural was very creative. The Limford moorings looked beautiful. Kris your voiceover is perfect as usual. Braunston 33, 35, 40. You are hard core wet boaters!! 😊🤗 Kathy

  • @jaynecopland
    @jaynecopland วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love the vibe of your channel❤

  • @kathleenlench4087
    @kathleenlench4087 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Why my I ask does the lady do all the work locks steering and then having to tie the boat up

  • @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb
    @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb วันที่ผ่านมา

    Like the way that you video the interesting bits of the gardens you pass. Nice easy going vibe again. Thank you.

  • @lisanester3338
    @lisanester3338 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Aww come on , you’re locked and loaded now. And think of the wildlife you’ve saved along the way. 8 down 61 (?) more to go. ❤

  • @user-ou8yg7yu8e
    @user-ou8yg7yu8e วันที่ผ่านมา

    Weather is just a bit wet .Well a lot wetter there at that time. Well a lot of narrow boats stop and then move on when the sun is out.

  • @user-ou8yg7yu8e
    @user-ou8yg7yu8e วันที่ผ่านมา

    Sometimes it may be a bad place to stop . Yes wide beam boats are only on the canals that are wide .

  • @debbierennox931
    @debbierennox931 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love your videos your boat looks so cosy ❤️

  • @susanb4481
    @susanb4481 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love the way Andrew films you, Kris. A very loving gaze.

  • @susanb4481
    @susanb4481 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Rescue cruise!

  • @ross6343
    @ross6343 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hope you don't mind that I named that lizard-tongued heron Gene Simmons [from KISS]. Swann's and their hissy fits remind me of politicians...both airbag twats! EPIC save of a toad! Someone should invent automatic wipers for glasses...although...on second thought...they'd take the fun out of naked fishing [loved that sign]. Enjoyed the video [another great work of art]! Be well - many blessings! Cheers...

  • @jillipepper5353
    @jillipepper5353 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Brrr, it might not have been cold but it sure looked like it, that’s when you want a nice long hot shower or bath but….i guess getting the stove going to dry you out comes in handy. Great save on Mr. Toad👍🏼 he must have been exhausted, looked it anyway as he lay sprawled with all four appendages out. 😂 Happy cruising in I’m sure better weather now. 🙋🏼‍♀️

  • @K_R_W
    @K_R_W วันที่ผ่านมา

    Boaters 0 Weather 1

  • @daytonamart2789
    @daytonamart2789 วันที่ผ่านมา

    In fairness, we’ve got a solid dose of the reality of boating here, still loved it though. The slo-mo rain was very pleasant (to watch).

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! ☔️☔️☔️

  • @K_R_W
    @K_R_W วันที่ผ่านมา

    Holy, time warp, nine months old, and somehow it is a new post.

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’m working on the backlog 😮‍💨

  • @PickingPaul1
    @PickingPaul1 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Mr toad is safe at least. Good cruise you two. I just went through harecastle tunnel solo, I didn’t like it much

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow, that’s very impressive! Are you heading somewhere specific, or just cruising casually?

  • @belleslettres1
    @belleslettres1 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That black raincoat really suits you, Kris.

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! I’ve certainly got a lot of wear out of it in the last year 🤪

  • @dawndietz4654
    @dawndietz4654 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Haha! I will never look at a heron the same way again😂😂. We have the same ones in the USA. Enjoyed watching all the fall rain since it is 110F here today 😅. Great work beautiful film❤️

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you very much 🥰 wow, that’s HOT, stay cool out there! 🌞

  • @gailkephart6193
    @gailkephart6193 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thoroughly enjoy your vlogs but please, please stop your cursing!

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Honestly, this is me trying 😂 I’ll do my best but I’m sweary by nature I’m afraid! Thank you for the nice words ❤️

  • @benbainbridge
    @benbainbridge วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for sharing. Loving the vlogs.

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for watching 🥰

  • @davidhall4079
    @davidhall4079 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh bless you both well soaked lovely camera work as always 😘 and the heron stalker 😅Seriously you both deserve a slice of cake 🎂 and a nice cup of tea ❤

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much 😊

  • @Daytona2
    @Daytona2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The rain added to the beauty. Lurvely cinematography. You had a taste of how it was for the commercial boaters. Such is the contrast, I'd really like to see a recreation of commercial boating for one week a year - no speed limits, boats driven hard for 12+ hours a day. In the war I read that they had a one way system in/out of Birmingham.

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      That would be very cool! I wouldn’t last a day 😂

  • @Claudia_K.
    @Claudia_K. วันที่ผ่านมา

    OMG the heron. 😱

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      👁️👅👁️ the heron

    • @Claudia_K.
      @Claudia_K. วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@krisatomic 🤣

  • @ceciliafbrown373
    @ceciliafbrown373 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had to Sub... Binge watching the last couple of days. Great gig guys!

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much 🥰❤️

  • @ktinka_
    @ktinka_ 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    In 2000, I stayed in Wolverton for an internship (of all places...), and I remember passing those derelict buildings next to the canal on my way to work daily. I took so many pictures of them back then. Also, lovely vlog as usual, Kris ❤

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      No way, in Wolverton? What are the odds!! Thanks so much 🥰❤️

  • @emmosmeyer
    @emmosmeyer 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I must say I thoroughly enjoy your videos. I love the editing, cinematography, music, but most importantly the humorous banter between you and Andrew. Please keep recording!

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much, really appreciate it 🥰

  • @Chris_in_fremantle
    @Chris_in_fremantle 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Tally-ho!

  • @aBoatTime-uw9br
    @aBoatTime-uw9br 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love the video X

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you 😊

  • @davidhall4079
    @davidhall4079 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love you both 💓 such a lovely couple and full of fun 😅 got my fingers crossed 🤞 for you to reach your destination and your boat aversary wow where did that year go all my love Dave xx

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Aw thank you Dave, you’re very kind 😊

  • @Lizlifedreaming
    @Lizlifedreaming 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    been following since before you went onto the canals. Loved the wine shot too. I do love a good silly challenge that rattles the cage. Congrats on the boataversarry. My challenge for my soon 65th birthday [65th lifeaversarry] is to travel alone and visit Singapore [easy] and then Hanoi. You're both delightful. xxxxx

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That’s so lovely to hear, thank you Liz ❤️ and what a cool challenge, I hope you have an absolute blast!!

  • @claireskinner9077
    @claireskinner9077 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This camera inhabitant can’t wait to see where we all end up next week! Hope the gig was fab!

  • @mattgordon9179
    @mattgordon9179 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How do you remember what side is Port at six in the morning? Port is the only thing Left after all the wine has been drunk :)

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Very good 😂😂😂

  • @gilleslacroix4255
    @gilleslacroix4255 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love you vlog guys ! Thank you for making this cheers !

  • @jandooley5016
    @jandooley5016 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You can do it.

  • @K_R_W
    @K_R_W 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    With all those locks I think, Kris, you are walking to London in 4 days.

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😂😂😂

  • @_Tiamat_.
    @_Tiamat_. 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    💜💙💚

  • @lisanester3338
    @lisanester3338 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ah ha! You guys! You got this!❤

  • @BeekeepinginNorthernOntario
    @BeekeepinginNorthernOntario 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you.

  • @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb
    @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The dilemmas of trying to decide. Great vlog again. Thank you.

  • @daytonamart2789
    @daytonamart2789 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi from inside your camera, it’s just lovely in here!

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The people inside our camera are the best ❤️

  • @jillipepper5353
    @jillipepper5353 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    🤞🙋🏼‍♀️🥰

  • @guyscampervanadventures
    @guyscampervanadventures 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Aim for the stars!! From the people who live inside the camera 😅

  • @ruaidhrikathygill8833
    @ruaidhrikathygill8833 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Be at Tesco or be square! It would be funny if tomorrow, as in today’s tomorrow 🤔, a ton of people showed up at Tesco’s to meet you. Quite the challenge with 69 locks 😳. I am sure you did it! 🤗😊 Kathy

  • @user-qb4tt7gq3m
    @user-qb4tt7gq3m 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am a cruiser. I have a plan....it is set in Jelly!

    • @krisatomic
      @krisatomic 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hahah you get it!!