Narrowboat on the Liverpool Canal Link. The first of our Canal Boat Diaries - Ep. 48

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  • @janethartwig774
    @janethartwig774 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are both so charming, watching your videos always leaves me feeling so cheerful.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awww, thanks, Janet. Have a lovely weekend! Lots of rain here so taking a chill day 👍🏻

  • @Book7BrokeMyBrain
    @Book7BrokeMyBrain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The scenes of Silver Fox in the morning sun as you leave Liverpool are so breathtaking! She's just glowing silver. The clear blue sky, the brick buildings, the silver wheel in the background all make for such a gorgeous sight. Beautifully shot. Thanks.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's lovely. Thank you! We can't wait to go back there at some point.

    • @AvaT42
      @AvaT42 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I totally agree!

    • @brianreid6578
      @brianreid6578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was brought up in Liverpool so nice to see it again

  • @noelborden8787
    @noelborden8787 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love a person who winks like you do, Colin, at the start of your blog! It is such a tease.

  • @peregrineflow7354
    @peregrineflow7354 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I enjoy watching. The drone footage adds much. What a beautiful lifestyle.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! 👍🏻

  • @annwagner5779
    @annwagner5779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful blog! You guys are real pros. And so much fun!

  • @Tysonandwesty
    @Tysonandwesty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My wife and i have watched every vlog up to this one. Very inpressed with them all, very informative, funy and well edited. Looking forward to watching the rest. Good luck on your travels.

  • @JJackMoto
    @JJackMoto 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have no idea how I stumbled on this channel, but glad I did! Greetings from Tennessee!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We are too! Welcome! Thanks for commenting 👋🏻

  • @Rob12408
    @Rob12408 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I can only repeat the comments that have come before me. Great footage ; professionally put together. Lots of fun for us viewers with our cup of coffee, sitting back and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Thank you for sharing your journey. It is so relaxing and exciting at the same time. Carry on Lads !

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Rob! x

  • @fullyfledgedlob
    @fullyfledgedlob 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s not a boat. That’s a work of art. Truly stunning boat, really loving the vlogs.

  • @plars3n
    @plars3n 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Absolutely loved this vlog !!! The drone shots were amazing. Thank you for being so informative. The balanced chemistry between you two is nice to watch as well as fun to laugh with you both. We really enjoy you guys and will be watching your future adventures.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Paul! I'm still learning how to get the best from the drone, so hopefully that will improve. Thanks for a lovely comment :) x

  • @lonestarlil
    @lonestarlil 5 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    You should be paid by the Liverpool tourist board for that video! Stunning x

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I won't hold my breath though, LOL 😂 It was a fantastic couple of nights. Definitely going back.

  • @martinhigson7926
    @martinhigson7926 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Aww guys, what a great vlog and I’m so chuffed your first cruising vlog was Liverpool.
    2 years ago I was at a Company ‘Conference’ at the Titanic Hotel, bored to death at the usual corporate bull. On our breaks we sat outside and I was watching the Narrowboats emerging from the tunnel into the dock between the Titanic and Tobacco Warehouse - and it sparked the dream of finishing work and having a new boat built and doing the exact same trip.
    2 years on and I’ve stopped work, sold our house and our new boat (which has paralleled your build nearly) now has a date of 4th June for being in the water.
    Not got your video skills or talent so been living our journey vicariously via yours.
    Soft eh? 😂

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not soft at all! Amazing story! I bet you can't wait xxx

    • @martinhigson7926
      @martinhigson7926 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yes! 😁 after a long winter on our ‘holiday’ boat, we are so excited. Feel like a 6 year old on Christmas Eve. haha

  • @brianhoward7854
    @brianhoward7854 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Outstanding video guys, some real money being spent in Liverpool.The boat looks great in the sunlight awesome drone footage along with the music.Nice to see pretty much graffiti free surroundings.Enjoy your upcoming canal adventures.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Brian, Liverpool was awesome and is a lovely clean city. Thank you for your lovely comments x

  • @AvaT42
    @AvaT42 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Liverpool canal link is the best one yet! It is a lovely trip along there and under those clean tunnels. Salt house dock is a great place. I loved that whole trip.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Us too. Been back recently 👍🏻

  • @andyrodgers914
    @andyrodgers914 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the drone shots. Really helps to see everything.

  • @aldisley6565
    @aldisley6565 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was excellent seeing my hometown so professionally displayed and great angles too, a very poignant moment there where you framed the sailing ship, schooner "Zebu", she was shipwrecked and destroyed at Anglesey last month so a nice memory of her documented there, well-done fellas.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @tw0crows74
    @tw0crows74 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Leeds lad here(40) for years me and my nephews in there late 20s now have always been on bike rides down the canal, looking at the signs that tell you the distance of Leeds and Liverpool has always had us say "we'll cycle all the way one day" well the time has come and we're doing it later this month, so on that note I'm binge watching your entire series, btw my mum Diane worked on the barrier at Leeds train station years ago and she thinks she recognises you, I'm loving all your vids, thank you guys

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww, nice one! I cycled Leeds to Liverpool and back on the canal in 2009. I did it in 22 hours. Best of luck!

  • @andrewriley1664
    @andrewriley1664 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    One of the best, most professional vlogs I’ve ever watched guys, top work!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awww, come here for a cuddle! That's the nicest thing someone has said to me today. Thank you, Andrew! x

  • @georgebrown3359
    @georgebrown3359 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for taking me back 'ome! I was born in Liverpool and left in 1965 for Sydney, Australia. I have been back 4 times since then, but I have to admit I never tire of Liverpool. The docks are certainly different now than they were in the mid-sixties! Great vlog and it certainly brought a tear to my eye. Ta very much!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awwww, George! Yeah, it needs some development but they're working on it by the looks of it. Glad it brought back memories :) x

  • @alistairbishop9933
    @alistairbishop9933 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What brilliant informative tips and advice you both give, and may I add to the gratitude you pay to those who give there time on this epic adventure

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Alistair. 💜

  • @graceygrumble
    @graceygrumble 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great vlog, chaps. I was smiling throughout - you both look so happy! x

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We had a fantastic time! 😎

  • @kevb948
    @kevb948 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    You guys come across really well, could be a TV show out there who knows?

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ha ha, apart from the obvious one, Crimewatch, I'm, not sure which 😂 xx

  • @jimbob356
    @jimbob356 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a Southerner living up in Liverpool, the town centre is, as the Sousers say “Amazing”. Truly the 20+ years I have lived up here and have a narrowboat on the L to L canal so know the area and cannot talk highly enough of Liverpool City. Really enjoying your vlogs, nice one👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Jim. I hope we did it justice? 😉🎥

  • @davidwinter2417
    @davidwinter2417 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fabulous buildings coming into Liverpool what a great sight and Silver Fox looks bootiful shining in the sun. Great vlog boys.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It really is a fantastic way to come into Liverpool. Highly recommended! Yeah, she dazzled the docks 😎 Cheers, David x

  • @sueking-clarkson9161
    @sueking-clarkson9161 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have recently caught quite a few episodes and I am thoroughly enjoying your journey. When I was in England three years ago I only saw a few long boats in our travels. I had no idea the extent of the locks and waterways. The beauty of the aerial shots and countryside are a joy to watch. Thank you. Can't wait to visit the country again and find some of these beautiful places.

  • @taffboyslim
    @taffboyslim 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My daughter spent 4 happy years studying in Liverpool and we used to enjoy visiting the city. I have seen the canal near the museum several times but I didn't think the tunnels were tall enough to navigate.Looks like a fantastic way to arrive at a great city. Enjoy yourselves!

  • @freddykrueger5159
    @freddykrueger5159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Royal Albert Dock and Salthouse Dock have become the first English marina to receive a Blue Flag award for water quality. Well done to the Canal and River Trust for all there hard work

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Go have a look at it today 😬

  • @anthonybelcher8569
    @anthonybelcher8569 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hi guys,it's a well thought out awesome route,with loads of running commentary ,of all the land marks ,your so informative ,l would like to see
    This lovely area,lovely music

  • @SparkeyDogfish
    @SparkeyDogfish 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys do a great job bringing us on your adventure.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! 👍🏻 Really glad you enjoy it 👋🏻

  • @deanmills5106
    @deanmills5106 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an incredible display of eclectic architectural designs and raw beauty. You guys knocked it out of the park on this one. I really do appreciate the two of you sharing your adventures with me and thousands of others. I can sit here in my office and watch your dreams unfold before my eyes. It is truly inspiring. Dreams are mandatory aren't they, and in my case no matter how old you are.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who ate that dictionary this morning, Dean? 😂 I had to read that twice LOL! Thank you for another lovely comment :) xx

    • @deanmills5106
      @deanmills5106 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FoxesAfloat I almost had to have my wife help me, I'm exhausted.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@deanmills5106 😂

  • @ralphwood9865
    @ralphwood9865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Vlog ,Liverpool docks have certainly changes since I last saw them in 1967 prorto emigrating to Canada.Then they were filled with dozens of Blue Funnel , Ellerman's City line,ED's ,Furness lines ships ,Lamport and Holt's and a few Ben liners too.The sky line sure has changed a lot too,looking a lot cleaner and not so Victorian despite the good old Liver building still stretching their wings

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! That must have been an amazing sight! You must have been really emotional that day? 💜

  • @Kat-fw9se
    @Kat-fw9se 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She’s a beauty that sleek Sliver Fox! She glides through the water as if she is queen of the waterways.

  • @NorthernBirdBoy
    @NorthernBirdBoy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ok I am sold, gonna have to visit Liverpool now. I can't get over how pretty it looked, though that might be your cinematography! You always get the best shots!! Always look forward to your Vlogs. Keep enjoying life! X

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's really a nice place! Haha! Thanks :) x

  • @robertdonnelly434
    @robertdonnelly434 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great first "underway" vlog. N/B Silver Fox is a STUNNER! Her "livery" looks ideal in any light conditions, and she SEEMS to have good seakeeping, er, canal keeping, no... ????... "moving along presence"... that has GOT to do.
    Kudos to you both for what also appears to be a fast climb up the steep incline of helm control.
    I will, with your permission of course, continue to live however vicariously through YOUR adventures...
    Cheers from Canada, hard by Georgian Bay, Ontario...

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, Robert! She 'swims' beautifully! I think that's the phrase 🤔
      Thanks for a lovely comment. It means a lot 😊 xx

  • @michaeldunn3684
    @michaeldunn3684 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    loving the cinematography & editing, its looking really professional. well done guys , enjoy!!!!!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Mick. I'm still learning! x

  • @darrenblois8495
    @darrenblois8495 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I used to do narrowboating, my favourite part was going up or down a flight of locks in company of another boat. We made the best acquaintances that way, and often agreed to meet for lunch or supper at this pub or the other, and even met up later at each other's houses. I miss it.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @davidharlem6824
    @davidharlem6824 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Gorgeous boat guys. Awesome vid, loved the aerial shots, camera work and music. You really nailed this one. Congrats Silver Fox!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really appreciate your comments David, Thank you xx

  • @sheilaknight5370
    @sheilaknight5370 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really great to see Liverpool again and with the history chat. The boat looks gorgeous. Thank you , well done !

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sheila, thank you! xxx

  • @Sootee50
    @Sootee50 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the guided tour around Liverpool. Excellent vlog👍🏼👍🏼

  • @bobingram6912
    @bobingram6912 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great travel guide for the 'pool, plus seeing it from a different perspective, a super start to your adventure, thanks boys ❤👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Bob! 👍🏻

  • @juliephelps2026
    @juliephelps2026 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Quality all the way... SO impressed! Congratulations, Colin and Sean.

  • @SusanLH
    @SusanLH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet the two narrowboats together and I don't think I've seen a lock under a bridge before. That was amazing.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you liked it, Susan x

  • @deborahingles9392
    @deborahingles9392 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow n Double n Triple wow guys.....watching you begin your journey is amazing....I am definitely living vicariously through these vlogs as the canals have always fascinated me for many years....I feel I am there lol....thanks again....I have a bit of catching up to do but I am sure I will enjoy your joys n tribulations

  • @Lpsgenny
    @Lpsgenny 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Amazing guys, silver fox looks amazing, you two look so happy and chilled, what a fantastic life, well done

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! x

  • @philiphowley4243
    @philiphowley4243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks guys for showing the Liverpool waterfront (known as the Pierhead) at its glorious best. I worked at the top of the Liver Building for 32 years and was able to watch the construction of the Link from on high. I will keep an eye out for your return.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Philip. We will DEFINITELY be back one day 👍🏻

  • @JohnBCN
    @JohnBCN 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you. A wonderful trip though the Liverpool approaches. I was amazed to spot hundreds of small swimming jellyfish (moon jellyfish) in Canning Dock. A fascinating sight just caught by a strong sun.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, John. Yeah, there were thousands of them in the dock. x

  • @lakelady57
    @lakelady57 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That was very interesting, the area is filled with so much 'recent' history. Some of my ancestors left those docks to start new lives in NZ back in the 1800's. It would have been a very different place then and now it looks amazing. Great footage and your boat looks stunning.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I could have done a two hour vlog on the history of those docks! xxx

  • @macduff1964a
    @macduff1964a 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Orrrible memories as Shaun will attest to as a seafarer; @2:15 collingwood dock appears, home of my sea survival training...testicularly cold in January 🥶 but super memories of my Polytechnic days back in ‘85 in the Albert Basin. ...keep on chugging 👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I can imagine the docks being icy cold. We were there in May and it was still chilly with blue skies!

  • @welbys
    @welbys 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very well put together video and audio lads , and as a Liverpudlian its great to see the city shed in a good light for a change and to see the parts of Liverpool that some of us haven't , had not idea that the Stanley flight existed until today .
    keep up the fab work gents .

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers for a lovely comment! We had a fab time! x

  • @barbaralucas6175
    @barbaralucas6175 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Completely new view of Liverpool! Totally different seeing Albert Dock from the water! Thanks for a great vlog!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @willowgrove631
    @willowgrove631 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great vlog! Silver Fox looks absolutely stunning - especially those shots with blue sky & the Liver Building in the background. It's many years since I visited Albert Dock, so I really enjoyed seeing all the new development there .... and it all looks so clean! Looks like you are both loving life aboard - can't wait for the next vlog 😊👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Willow! Yeah, we're really starting to settle down now and are enjoying every moment :) x

  • @megcallea3986
    @megcallea3986 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man you guys nailed it!! GREAT video!!! Love the shadow wave! Soooo much to see and the filming is some of the best I've seen!!!! Music works well too!!! NAILED IT!!!!!!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Meg! Glad you enjoyed it :) x

  • @davehollingworth5537
    @davehollingworth5537 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Terrific vlog, thank you. NBSF looks magnificent on the water (as we knew she would!) and Liverpool looks worth a visit.... So happy to see you cruising and looking forward to many more vids.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aha! The adventure finally begins 👍🏻😂

  • @jayoneill1533
    @jayoneill1533 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Silver Fox is looking so modern and new with its striking red stern accent, a brilliant boat from every angle. And what a beautiful video, so well produced with lots of time and effort in every shot. You lads are also becoming accomplished drone pilots. Thank you and I’m looking forward to many more videos to come.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Jay. That's really nice of you to say. She really is stunning, especially when the sun comes out. xx

  • @shaundowns493
    @shaundowns493 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely couple, lovely boat. Wish you all the best.

  • @cathymckay3784
    @cathymckay3784 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video guys, lovely, so interesting & informative!!!!

  • @jeremyburton1443
    @jeremyburton1443 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicely done. Really beautiful shots of the NB Silverfox gliding through Liverpool.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Many thanks!

    • @jeremyburton1443
      @jeremyburton1443 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FoxesAfloat thanks goes to you both for revealing a whole new and beautiful world with these outstanding videos.

  • @stevemusgrave2000
    @stevemusgrave2000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW!!! Small word, massive meaning. What a professional vlog that was. Brilliant. Well done guys. Enjoy the Lancaster. I had a yoghurt pot on there, right outside our static caravan, near Garstang. Such wonderful memories. These were the days when the Lancaster was not connected to the network. Glasson dock, a must visit. Anyway, enjoy.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not thought about Glasson Dock but you’re the third person to recommend it. Will have to go! 👍🏻

  • @hannelarsen4918
    @hannelarsen4918 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Been to Liverpool so many times on vacation and wandered around the docks and seen the canals by the museum. Always wondered if the water came from the Mersey, never knew about the canals.. Now I know better.. Thank you.

  • @SongOfEire
    @SongOfEire 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys brighten our day!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww, thank you so much!

  • @richardfoote4518
    @richardfoote4518 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video with excellent information and beautiful photography

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Many thanks, Richard!

  • @Kwozie
    @Kwozie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been at the Albert dock in 2011 when on holiday, love the video. Very interesting.

  • @TazTaurus
    @TazTaurus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome first video diary of silverfox. It’s been surreal seeing it from start to finish. And now I’m watching ur first narrowboat video. Binge watching continues 😊

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Enjoy! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @dingopuppytoo
    @dingopuppytoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was a great video! Hope you do a similar one of Manchester this made Liverpool look beautiful and great for boaters... bargees... what’s the right word? Boaters makes me think of plastic gin palaces, and bargees make me think of Breton caps and pipes with a ginger beard. Oh well.
    Interestingly I thought of you this morning, I was looking through old pictures- a couple of years ago I stayed in s holiday cottage at a house called Fox Hall- the door knocker was a silver fox! Ha

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Boaters 👍🏻 You were right first time. We're not heading towards Manchester yet but I'm sure we will soon.

  • @ruthmichigander
    @ruthmichigander 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the ride along! Such interesting landmarks.

  • @joybrooks3547
    @joybrooks3547 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is where I discovered you the first time around. New to TH-cam I watched whatever popped up. Have now learned how organized it is. You brighten my days. #9 has been suggested to someone who has experienced similar issues. Thanks

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much, Joy 💜

  • @sonic3333
    @sonic3333 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great start for you both. Looking forward to next weeks should be fun.

  • @NicholasFerrar
    @NicholasFerrar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just stunning photography. Looks like an amazing trip!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Nicholas. Yeah, it was ace! 👍🏻

  • @jimbrewer2730
    @jimbrewer2730 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In my hometown thank you for the great positive review and lovely footage just sorry I missed you as we live just off the canal in Litherland.....maybe next time!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m sure we’ll be back 💜

  • @davidhurrell8603
    @davidhurrell8603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    all-round excellent - entertaining, informative and some great shots. Makes me wanna go, well done

  • @funkyglider1216
    @funkyglider1216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Geat good looking boat you have there, sirs, and nice people you are, indeed. Btw such a great scenery, the boat in the lock and the yellow train passing the bridge.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Yeah, I was waiting for a train to pass! ha ha... 😂 xx

  • @christinedoyle2168
    @christinedoyle2168 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Ooh I loved everything about that Vlog. SF looks amazing. You did my home city proud! The drone footage was sooo professional. So pleased you’re enjoying this journey, I look forward to much more 😊

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Christine! How lovely, thank you! Liverpool is a great place and it doesn't get enough credit. xxxx

  • @FrogInABucket
    @FrogInABucket 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We’re heading in to Liverpool tomorrow so found your vlog both informative and reassuring. Thank you.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have a brilliant time. We love Liverpool! ❤️👍

  • @alonsocushing2398
    @alonsocushing2398 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congrats from Down Under (where women glow and men thunder). Really professionally done and a fascinating look at Liverpool.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Glad you liked it 👍🏻

  • @suesmith6721
    @suesmith6721 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Never realised how many docks were in Liverpool! It’s amazing. What a great vlog. Thank you. So great to see you on Narrowboat Silver Fox! xx

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Sue! Yeah, there are loads of docks and acres upon acres of land that needs developing. Great location though! x

  • @FloatingOurBoat
    @FloatingOurBoat 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really great vlog guys. So professional. You make it look so easy and we know how much hard work goes into these videos. Liverpool looks amazing, we can't wait to go there
    Fran and Rich xx

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey hey 👋🏻
      Thank you! Yeah, we found Liverpool to be lovely. Make sure to have cameras ready for the link! See you next weekend! xxx

  • @K2shadowfax
    @K2shadowfax 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This beautifully shot/edited video brought home a need to learn more about the history behind the epic Liverpool Docklands; one can only imagine what it must have been like in its heyday - teeming with sailboats, sea-going sail ships, and all those tenders scurrying about, tending to one and all. (lol) Very nicely done; and Silver Fox looked fantastico! You two looked pretty chill, too! lol Dillon was spotted, checking-out that boat next to you in the lock, and he looked pretty chill, too!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, Dillon is settling in nicely. Faster than I did! I agree, the docks must have been buzzing back in the day! x

  • @veronikabartram2092
    @veronikabartram2092 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a lovely way to see Liverpool and I'm so glad that they are renovating the canal system it will be a huge draw to Liverpool, it was lovely to see what they are doing with all the dock warehouses when they are turned into luxury flats bet they cost a fortune 😃 the drone shots were fabulous thanks for taking my on your journey

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We had a great time, it was lovely. Definitely going back soon. Thank you for commenting. Always nice to hear your thoughts. xxx

    • @veronikabartram2092
      @veronikabartram2092 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spencer Wilton let's hope they can find a solution for the water shortages because it looks like they can be a huge tourist attraction, some of those buildings apart from the history and the the story they they tell of Liverpool in the past are just stunning and seeing them from the canal makes it more interesting

  • @diannesault7566
    @diannesault7566 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A great watch from start to finish.
    Can't wait to follow you on your journey.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The journey has just begun Dianne. Thank you for your positive comments, we really do appreciate it xxx

  • @ChrisJames1973
    @ChrisJames1973 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And so the journey begins. Brilliant 😎

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And what a start! Exceeded my expectations. Next stop the Lancaster! x

  • @marianjacobs5597
    @marianjacobs5597 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    SF looks wonderful on the water, thank you for posting.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No! Thank YOU for watching and supporting us every week xxxxxxxxxx

  • @1066graham
    @1066graham 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A very big thank you to the both of you for the journey from start to finish. Now for the the rest of your journey good luck boys.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Graham, that's very much appreciated xxx

  • @tovaritchboy
    @tovaritchboy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now that was super, GREAT drone footage as you moved up the locks, jealous of you guys. Happy cruising, BRAVO ZULU

  • @rmitchell6852
    @rmitchell6852 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent first trip....really enjoyed it. Kind regards from Canada

  • @terrystephens1102
    @terrystephens1102 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The peeky blinders cap looks really good on you, Colin - the boat looks super. The aerial shots were fantastic ❤️👍👏👏👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Terry, thank you! xx

  • @davidcutts2650
    @davidcutts2650 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Only one word “WOW” . What a start for you guys & Silver Fox. Starting out in big ship style, well done, brilliant footage with great drone shots. Looking forward to your further cruising adventures. Cheers 🍺🍺

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, David! We have a great time 👍🏻

  • @johnbarry5115
    @johnbarry5115 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great vlog, I must say that Liverpool has changed since we were last there, but that was in 2001. Our daughter went to Liverpool John Moores Uni, and we went there for her graduation ceremony. We stayed in a hotel overlooking the docks, and went for a cruise around the docks, and a drive around the city landmarks, in an amphibious vehicle.
    We're preparing to move onto our boat, and we're on a waiting list for a mooring on the Trent and Mersey canal, so I guess we'll be heading to Liverpool in the not too distant future.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fantastic John, hope everything goes well for you with your move. Thank you for your lovely comments xx

  • @MalKyle1
    @MalKyle1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking forward to following your travels gentlemen. Superb start.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for your lovely comments Malcolm. It means a lot x

  • @meekeykamira2187
    @meekeykamira2187 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fabulous shots ...Silver Fox does indeed look absolutely stunning...loved how you an another narrow boat were side by side...🤩

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! She is gorgeous 😎 Yeah, the other boat asked if we should go side to side and we thought yeah, it would look cool on camera 😂 xx

  • @MrPaulfrazer
    @MrPaulfrazer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    When Albert Dock closed they simply opened the lock gates into the river and abandoned it. It became derelict and the docks filled up with mud from the river. There was also a fair amount of bomb damage from WWII. Fortunately sense eventually prevailed and it was rescued in the 1980s resulting in the magnificent area it is now.. If you get a chance visit the various museum buildings, they are well worth it.
    I believe that the tobacco warehouse has not been renovated until now is because the ceilings were built very low to preserve the tobacco stored within. I think that they are taking out every other ceiling to make enough room.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fascinating 👍🏻

  • @livinglifeinthenorth8512
    @livinglifeinthenorth8512 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How great is that! Your first voyage on your lovely boat! I totally understand the stress related to moving and all things new. The first 5 years of owning our home I was waiting for something to go wrong.

  • @mudlakemicrobes
    @mudlakemicrobes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here in Canada we are settling in for a long frozen winter, Im looking forward to watching all of your lovely videos while Im hiding from the cold.
    It was - 26 here the other day :/ and the bearings on my dinghy trailer seized while towing the boat home causing the tire to catch fire. Far too cold to repair the axel on the road so poor Ringhy is spending the week at a truck stop waiting to be rescued with a bigger trailer.
    Keep up the brilliant adventures guys and have a lovely Christmas.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      -26...!?!?! Jeez! 🥶
      Have a warm, cozy Christmas, Beth! 💜

  • @Darxyanne
    @Darxyanne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gosh, she just looks sooooooo lovely in the water, and I know it’s not the right term but I love her beak! Beautiful footage and wow, yeah, what a clean tunnel! I hope the kid who fell (jumped?!) into the water is okay!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, he had schizophrenia and had been taking drugs early. He had hypothermia but I believe he was okay. 💜

    • @Darxyanne
      @Darxyanne 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FoxesAfloat Yikes!! I hope he is getting help

  • @ronniepryor8679
    @ronniepryor8679 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an great start! Loving the progress, guys! We are SO inspired to try this for a holiday!

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Go for it, Ronnie! Choose somewhere with a mixture of city and rural to get the best of both. xx

  • @jeremy5363
    @jeremy5363 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Loved seeing Liverpool up close from the canal side! And Silver Fox was glorious in the sunshine on those pounds surrounded by all the water! 👍

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it. We loved it in Liverpool. Can't wait to go back. Take care! 💙

  • @triffidgrower
    @triffidgrower 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting as hell. Who'da thought that little section existed on the extensive British canal system. Thanks for introducing it to the world.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We almost took a winter mooring in that Dock.

    • @triffidgrower
      @triffidgrower 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FoxesAfloat It would be great for those that crave a little 'big city' in their idyllic existence, or a small change of pace. The country meadows look more appealing from here. I've seen mention of winter mooring from other cruisers, maintenance etc. Roughly how many months does that entail?

  • @sharonbennetts218
    @sharonbennetts218 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh wow did we enjoy your great run into Liverpool. Lovely filming guys including drone work. Tom and I are now definitely heading to Liverpool asap. Thank you, keep it up. 😀

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll have a great time, Sharon! x

  • @martinkavanagh196
    @martinkavanagh196 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see you on the water - & very educational about the Liverpool system. great overhead 'dronage'.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Martin. Still practising with the drone but getting a bit better :) x

  • @Urbanfux
    @Urbanfux 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks a incredible place to moor and explore, you even got help on the locks, win, win 💚💜

  • @vvmmuu
    @vvmmuu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great Stuff!!! I love Liverpool! GO REDS. Y.N.W.A. ALL the best boys on your travels, hope you get many sunny days like that last one.

    • @FoxesAfloat
      @FoxesAfloat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So do we! Thank you ☀️ xx