MAN OVERBOARD! Dog Rescue on the Freezing Shropshire Union Canal! - Ep. 84
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ก.ค. 2024
- Our emergency procedure kicks in as we lose a man overboard! Dillon jumps off the boat, so a dog rescue on the freezing Shropshire Union Canal is needed as we explore Britain by Narrowboat. We leave our mooring just south of Market Drayton and tackle the Tyrley Locks, which come with a fierce warning from other boaters. We check out the history of Tyrley and links with the chocolate maker, Cadbury. We pass through the longest canal cutting on the network, Woodseaves Cutting, with its high bridges before emerging at Knighton Foods factory, where Colin rediscovers the chocolate-making history. After passing Shebdon Embankment and wharf we moor up for the night. The next morning we make our way through Grub Street Cutting and check out the haunted bridge 39 with its random telegraph pole before completing our journey at Norbury Junction.
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I get to see England thru you folks. Thank you my friends for the beautiful video. AGAIN!
Our pleasure! 👍🏻
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.
@@240aking Thanks, Andy!
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
Yeah, his old bones aren’t straight
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 😄
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!!!!
I miss him every single day 💜☹️
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
Hi guys 👋🏻
Thank you so much. I’m sorry to hear about your surgery but hope you’re fit now and improving. X
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
Haha! 😂
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.
He hates it when I'm off the boat 😂💜
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!
Awww... Ta! 💜
Hello my fellow Foxes. What a stunning vlog. That sunset is beyond words beautiful. Thank you for sharing your journeys
Our pleasure, Mary! x
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.
Back of the classroom! 😂
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.
He stared into your soul. I miss him every single day 💜
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.
Always a pleasure!
Vlogs getting better all the time ..n1 guys
Cheers!
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!
Aww, thank you! 👍🏻💜
Sunrise drone shot starting at 14:07 was perfect! Great work there.
Thanks, James 👍🏻
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.
Haha! I'm fine when it's just me and a camera 😉
Stealing a line from Smokey Robinson . . . I second that emotion. Kind words Kate ;)
@@michaelhiggins7365 Thanks, Michael 💜
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.
Thanks! Yeah, he's fine 💜
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
The lighting is amazing in the winter! Thanks Terry!
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.
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 👍🏻💜
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.
He slips off the edge sometimes. Serves himself right for laying down with his legs over the edge 😂
Dillon is so loving and appreciative. No better friend to man and so deserving of all you give back to him.
He is! I'm dreading the day we lose him. He's ten now. Can't imagine being on the boat without him
@@FoxesAfloat I've lived through that a few times and still a parent to one. I absolutely understand.
Dillon had a great life with you guys on the boat... ❤💙
He is very much missed xx
Great photography as usual. I envy your gift. Dillon always looks like he expects to be in trouble. Such an expression on his face.
Haha! yes he does 😂
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.
Cheers. What an epic! 😂
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
Aww, thanks, Janet! Your way with words is amazing!
Your shot of dawn at 14.07 is just so beautiful. It really lifts the spirits; the promise of a brand new day.
It was a beautiful sunrise!
I love the random fact all through out these vlogs
Thanks, Jessa! 😛
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!
Ah, he’s part of the crew. The pack looks out for each other 👍🏻
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 ❤️
It’s our pleasure!
great vlog boys thank you gets me out of the house watching you two if you know what I mean 😂😂😂❤️
Haha! Yeah, kinda 👍🏻
Well done guys excellent as always
Thanks, Ron!
Dillon Is fantastic, I love him.
Haha! Everybody loves Dillon 💜
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!
Yeah, he has a brilliant instinct to swim straight towards us. 👍🏻
Foxes Afloat he has good parents! Which I’m sure gives him plenty of motivation! He’s adorable by the way!
@@matthewdowd4686 We love him 💜❤️
Poor soggy Dillon! :-O
Brilliant video though, lovely scenery, and some nice information too! :-)
Ah, he knows the attention he'll get, which I reckon is why he does it 😂
@@FoxesAfloat He's a clever and lovable lad! :-)
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 😍👍
Not this time, anyway 😉
You guys have really got drone photography off to a fine art. Great vlog as always!! Thanks.
Thanks, Derek! Much appreciated :)
😂🤣😂, 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
He's fine, just a bit damp for the rest of the day 😂 xxx
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.
Aww, thanks, Steve!
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!
Thank you, Rebekah!
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.
Aww, thank you! 💜
Dillon is so cute. He has the most pleasant look about him,
He's gorgeous, Hilda! 💜
"Your bowel movements....." I thought that was going to be the man overboard bit! Lol. Great video as always. Thanks guys.
Our pleasure! 👊🏻
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 👍
Truly, like therapy!
Haha! I'd hate to be normal 😂 xx
Great video again. Love the history lesson!
Cheers, Craig! 👍🏻
Dillion. 😍 He is absolutely adorable.
He really is 💜
Good doggy dad, washing Dillon off with warm water......love your attention to him.
Gotta take care of him. He's part of the family and crew 💜
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’.
Amazing history, I love it!
The drone footage at 14:08 was amazing. I was actually awed, thank you.
Aww, cheers! 😊
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. ❤️
He was the BEST! I miss him every single day 💜
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!
Our pleasure!
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.
Awesome! Thank you!
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
Haha! Yeah, he takes ages to dry off 😂
Well at least you had your pants on, mate. And I'm sure you were most polite to the speeding cretin. I've been known to shake a stick at speeders who don't slow down for my horse as the law requires. Rudeness should never be tolerated.
I'm guessing there's water dog in Dillon's family. Sometimes the call of the water just gets overwhelming. Or maybe he just enjoys the nice warm washup. Maybe he thought Colin had fallen in and needed rescuing. But he is a good little swimmer and knows which way to head. Did you let him roll about in your unwashed sheets to dry off?
As always a delightful visit and tour of the Shropy. I love all the color comment you bring to your adventures. Thanks gents. And of course make sure Dillon knows he gets a 10 for his swimming form.
I'll shake more than a stick at them 😂
Haha! Dillon is 5* at swimming 👍🏻
Cheers, Don 💜
What a sweet dog Dillon was! Thanks to you part of him is still with us.
We miss him every single day! 💜
only found you guys yesterday but my god your so positive and great to watch !
Thank you so much!! Also, welcome! 👍🏻💜
Bravo. Another truly professional programme. Best thing on Friday night tv.
👍🏻
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
Cheers, Keith!
Awwww dillon ! He was such a beautiful dog. You must still miss him so much 🙁
Every single day 💜
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.
@@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.
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.
Haha! No way! You'll have to buy another 😂
Great vlog as usual thanks guys, Hope Dillon has thawed out.
Yeah, thanks. He dried off within a week 😂
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 😎👍👍
Cheers, Stephen!
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.
Wow!
Jerry Rathgeb we saw a boat covered with camouflage netting, I think it was at Abingdon.
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.
Thanks so much, John! 👍🏻
That sky was incredible, I don't think I've ever seen a sky like it. Sean's camera skills are just amazing.
They are, but Colin takes the photos 😂
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
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.
Dillon is a special dog. 💟
💜💜💜
Fabulous visuals, enchanting nature surrounding the canals, full of history and mystery. Thank you for educating us Colin, brilliant!
You're welcome, Mary. Thank you x
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 👍
Cheers, Chris. I liked Norbury very much. Not so keen on Drayton but that was a combination of noise and mud 😂
So sweet how you made sure Dillon was warm and dry after his swim. Love you guys💞🐾
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
I'd feel more honoured if you watched them all, including the adverts 😂 ❤️
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
Ah, that's fine, you don't need to explain 😂
I do I’m usually on at 4pm Friday 🤪
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
We couldn't agree more! 💜
Thanks for another fabulous video. Pleased that Dillon ok.
Thanks, Philip. Yeah, he's fine 👍🏻
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.
😂
Love your music during your video!
Yay, thank you!
Thanks for the historical narratives; we appreciate your research and your commentary thank you! 👍
Our pleasure!
The way Colin makes Shaun laugh is so tender and precious 😭😭
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You bunch of irriots love your work!
Haha! Thanks 👍🏻
That sky was amazing!
It really was! 😊
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!
Aww, that's sweet! Thank you x
Awesome guys.my love for you.
Thank you! 💜
You guys are wonderful! Thanks for sharing your joy and laughter.
Our pleasure!
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.
Thanks! Yes, that's right 👍🏻
I agree totally - excellent footage,
Spectacular Video footage !!!!! Set to beautiful music ! Well done ! Fox's :)
Thank you! Cheers!
Excellent video with some superb camera shots of the canal and countryside. I really appreciate the history sections too.
Thank you!
Next time you say "we're off for a pint now" (if it ever happens again!), can you take us with you? I'd love to see you both relaxing over a beer, or is that something you like to just keep private? 😊x
It would be a bit boring just having a camera watching us sat drinking 😕
@@FoxesAfloat Don't underestimate your powers of entrentainment. You two having a banter over a pint. Pure gold 😀
"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.
Aww, cheers 🏳️🌈
3:56 - Good boy!! 4:17 - that doesn't look like cake??? 13:53 - WOW! 15:16 - OMG!! And again, fantastic scenic views. I'm never disappointed with your vlog. Always a great day when you post these. Keep Dillon warm, I'm glad he keeps his vest on. Y'all have a good week.
Aww, thanks, Ornery! Yeah, he's always got his life vest on around the boat 👍🏻💜
Nice one team. Esp champion swimmer Dillon. Lovely shots. And I do fancy some chocolate now!!! C&Lx
Haha! I should be on Cadbury commission! 😂
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
I'm so sorry about your dog. Its very painful....
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
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.
Thanks, Trish 💜
Hi guys. I just wanted to say this episode of your vlog is by far my favorite! The narrow boat traversing through the deep cuts and the unique bridges is breathtakingly beautiful. I'm from the states and we don't have anything like the canals.
Thank you again, your funny comments, unabashed openness and the beauty of your native land really comes out in your videos.
You are so truly happy, and it comes across...even the big Atlantic pond 😆
Awesome! Thank you!
These VLOG'S get more and more interesting with the great views and historical interludes.
Aww, thanks, Peter!
Great story telling. Great production cvalues. As usual.
Thank you so much! 💜
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
Sorry to hear about your dog, Gareth. x
Nice doggy rescue well done lads 👍
Cheers 👍🏻
Yet again another brilliant, informative and funny vlog. You 2 make me laugh so much.....dread to think of those bed sheets 🤣🤣.....seriously guys, thanks for making my Fridays. I am a Patreon so can watch on a Thursday but like to watch on my big screen on TH-cam so often wait until Friday so I can. X
Nice one! Always better on a full size TV 👍🏻
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 .
Ah, that explains it 👍🏻
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
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 💜
Thank you. I've lived all my life in Market Drayton. Spent my teenage years at Tyrley Castle Cottage - regularly walking the dog on the tow path. Later on my sister-in-law had a boat moored at Talbot Wharf in Market Drayton.....
All that and I still learnt more about the canal in one 28 min video than I have in 50 years!
Your videos are now a must-see.
Hehe! That's an amazing comment, thank you! It's such a lovely place. You're lucky to live there. xx
Love all your little anecdotes and historical facts you tell us and of course the photography is superb 😃
Cheers, Veronika!