6. A Narrowboat Christmas Special - The Middlewich Branch . . .

[@CountryHouseGent]

Did you know I have a "Buy Me A Coffee" page buymeacoffee.com/countryhousegent Perfect for when you'd like to contribute to the channel, or simply want to buy me a coffee/pork pie/beer/lamb vindaloo (delete where applicable). Cheers,

[@mrdfoutz]

No platitudes or banalities. I simply enjoy watching your journey from Crick to Crick on Amazon Prime. And, of course, The remaining episodes on YT. And the Chef CHG episodes are a treat! Well done, all around.

[@areguapiri]

Of course the relaxing and stress-free outdoor boating experience adds so much more value to going by boat than by car.

[@cybergypsy6380]

Very informative ... and Funny ... Thanks

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers. Merry Xmas

[@rawkneepeefrompleasantvall2853]

I''m from America, and don't think we have the same opportunity with the narrow boat culture, between David and you I'm thoroughly enjoying narrow boating from my computer chair. I wish I could do the same, I'm sure a shanty boat is probably more up my alley. I really do enjoy your vlogs, keep up the good work.

[@johndoudna7055]

September 2021, USA, left coast, Northwest. Summer noticeably on the wain. Time to enjoy this video again, with a cuppa. Your weather and cooking and cool, Fall cruising with heating fires burning all very comfortably cozy - still after 3 years. Thanks again.

[@francishughes5205]

Loved it from start to finish with your easy way of speaking and your dry wit. You don’t laugh much but you are one comical dude. Invisible airways crackle with life.

[@crickettgreen2670]

Thank you for the excellent cooking portion,I will try that very soon.

[@norwynclark2766]

Very interesting. Well done & you had us drooling with your curry. Thank you.

[@CountryHouseGent]

My pleasure Norwyn and thank you for watching.

[@SNAKEPIT359]

Enjoying you videos very much.

[@beaubeau331able]

Great fun from start to finish. Have to wonder what planet those who post negative comments are on. Look forward to the next chapter. All the best.

[@ronmcclellan4608]

A huge fan from the USA. I've loved every episode, but I have to say that this is my all time favorite due to the detail of the cooking portion of the show! I absolutely loved it. Please add more cooking portions as well as the history of the areas you visit into your future episodes. You are a joy to watch and I wish you the best on your adventures! I congratulate you for taking control of your future in such a positive way!

[@michiganmikeupnorth]

It is a good one...especially the kitchen safety😂

[@americanenglishmotors9689]

Merry Christmas, This is the best Canal Boat channel on You tube in my opinion. Right with you with the vindaloo Top Bloke.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+American English Scale Motors Cheers. Merry Xmas

[@radzo1675]

That curry looks amazing.

[@johnweatherley2592]

Your video work is better than everybody combined well down

[@CountryHouseGent]

I appreciate that very much John, thank you.

[@neilmurfet3392]

Making this one today....Have a great Christmas Kevin, Neil and Mrs Neil.....x

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers to you both and wishing you a fabulous Xmas. Cheers for watching through the year. 🙂

[@neilmurfet3392]

Those skies...

[@ashmcbash6564]

I made this vindaloo recipe tonight. Excellent. This show is my favorite for sundays after church. Very relaxing and humorous. Saw the recipe yesterday and made it this evening. Great full circle moment!

[@annie2950]

Merry Christmas from Sydney.

[@laurawest6296]

Watching for the second time. I really enjoy your films. Thanks from Texas, USA.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you so much Laura.

[@chuckbowen5024]

I must say. You aren't doing much to quell my hobo spirit Kevin. You are dealing with a man who has watched The African Queen over 40 in his life. My wife has earned the title of a "very good sport" time and time again. We live in a motorhome parked inside my welding shop in the hope that perhaps someday we'll go somewhere.

[@allorenz6591]

Best videography on the cut, hands down ! Viewing the journey from the helm is so much better than strapping a camera to the bow and taking endless boring non creative views of canals. What a great vlog ! Each one is so complete with a wonderful mix of life aboard, passing scenery, dealing with locks, touring towns and often overcoming hardships with ease. Job well done sir !

[@AM-cg9yw]

Yep!

[@aubreypenderis3008]

I agree. Have been watching a lot of other vlogs as well. Country house gent is the best.

[@brutusl2786]

So true.

[@johnhudson9582]

Great to see you back. Not only are you a musician,song writer,mechanic,comedian,film producer,boat owner,accountant,health and safety expert,travel writer,animal communicator and a great KZbin contributor.Loved this one.THANKS.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+john hudson I'm speechless. Thank you so much John. Merry Xmas.

[@winterlock1]

I am sooo jealous..... I've always wanted to visit England watching your videos makes me feel like I'm almost there they are so relaxing with what I'm going through with cancer I so need all the relaxation I can get thank you sir for being part of what helps me thru the dark days Vyanna

[@TheGamer-ux2lr]

Peace of mind from traveling on a Narrowboat instead of a car = PRICELESS

[@debraco7748]

The scenery conjures a sense of constable-esque tranquility. It's a wonder anyone ever left the old country.

[@CountryHouseGent]

It is unerringly quiet, especially this time of year.

[@jamesfoley6555]

Thank you, we could taste that curry, brilliant 🙏✝️🕊🙏

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers James. Not suprised, it was very fragrant (and spicy) ☺️

[@aprilblossom9268]

I see a book coming and maybe a DVD ... Narrowboat Cooking

[@carmadham]

I enjoy everyone's narrowboat videos but yours are the ones i look forward to the most. That boat is something special as well.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you so much, appreciated. I consider myself very fortunate to have found such a characterful boat and home. Happy Xmas.

[@piascottdenholder5175]

what a lovely dish, made me go to the kitchen and make myself a lovely curry. Mind you, it's 6.30 in the morning....

[@philjungels7617]

I first watched you on Amazon, then found you on KZbin. Love your interesting and comedic content. Thanks for posting - I won't miss any, nor fail to LIKE !

[@CountryHouseGent]

Brilliant Phil thank you and you're very welcome.

[@mikebrown6805]

CHG Clarkson style! Simply the BEST KZbin channel, ...In the World!

[@CountryHouseGent]

👍 You won't get any arguments from me, Mike

[@BAHATI1943]

You can't please all the people all of the time but you certainly please me. Thanks for sharing your life on your narrow boat. Happy Christmas and a great New Year cruising.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thanks for that Dave. All the best.

[@tgcrowson]

Great video, once again. Thanks and have a relaxing Yuletide. Hope to pass you again soon.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Oh, I must have missed you? Cheers for following along and merry Xmas.

[@gwggamingwgaravaglia]

Just discovered ! Binge watching all winter night long. This guy is my new hero ! BEST viewing program on KZbin ! GOLDEN

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

I learned to cook and bake in/ on a wood oven/stove. ..brings back memories. I love traveling the waterways of England every night from the comfort of my memory foam mattress. Thank you for taking me with.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Hi Marjorie and you're very welcome. There is something about food cooked using natural fuels that you don't get with electric/gas?

[@merlinscat]

Kevin I would like to take issue with the last comment you read out. Not only are your videos interesting and well thought out, they also look professional, leading me to wonder if you've ever worked in television (I know you are a photographer) certainly your work is on par with Jono and David who I know have both worked in media. the person who wrote that comment is obviously trying to wind you up, as I'm sure you realise. My one and only criticism is there is not enough guitar. I look forward to more adventures soon, happy christmas x

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Jenny. I usually treat comments like that with the contempt they deserve but on occasion, they do tend to 'sting' a bit. No I've never worked in TV but it something I would love to do, even if it's just making the tea and running errands. :) Merry Xmas.

[@beauski2786]

just watched 2 of your videos, from a 61 year sailing veteran, congrats on your new boat, wishing you many excellent times ahead, I'm still living aboard my Cabo Rick and love every minute, (except the hurricanes, but then it is Florida, anyhow,, Cheers,,,

[@farmerscott1980]

thank you for takeing the time to make the videos im from the usa and like watching keep cooking that part is cool dont see that much and you boat is awesom

[@CountryHouseGent]

+farmerscott1980 Thank you. :)

[@jerriecook6908]

Enjoyed this video! Lovely country side and I definitely enjoyed your chatting with the animals!🐏

[@badfairy9554]

Christmas stress melts away, with the sound of your engine .

[@CountryHouseGent]

Glad to spread a little chugging magic to sooth those cares away. :)

[@badfairy9554]

Have a great Christmas Kev x

[@badfairy9554]

Kev it is new year where are you and what are you doing?

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Bad Fairy Still here and doing well, cheers. :)

[@ianmedium]

Oh, and most important is quality of life, canal boat along gorgeous countryside at walking pace so you can fill your sense with beauty and fresh air or racing along the stuck like a drone on dirty smelly roads, no time too look or sense anything!

[@joeclarke9782]

Thanks and Merry Christmas for exiting hibernation. I pray the real Aslan guides you into many more adventures this coming New Year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Joe Clarke Cheers for everything Joe. It was never a hibernation, more a quick snooze as I spent almost 4 weeks working on the Christmas Special. Have a good one. Cheers :)

[@lunalight3612]

Your videos are absolutely amazing, please keep on sharing.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Lina, I appreciate that. Will do. :)

[@chriscanham9762]

Great to see you back Kev me and my Daughter Lucy were so please to see you back, keep the videos coming, good work

[@keithandlindabaldrey7413]

Thank you for the latest video. Merry Christmas. We look forward to seeing you in the new year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Keith AndLinda Baldrey Cheers guys, a pleasure and have a good one.

[@johnbuckley5761]

Great vlog. Good to see you back on your adventures again. £619 for 4 months living is fantastic value, and makes me long for giving up the rat race and moving on to the boat full time! Ignore the comment about your films, I think they are brilliant. Have a great Christmas and I book forward to seeing more in the New year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers John. It is a very economical way of living. Would have been less if I hadnt been moving as much. Merry Xmas.

[@paulworrall6488]

iv made this curry a few times, its my favorite curry. thanks for sharing it.

[@buckshotbob1]

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays. Thanks for all the enjoyable videos.

[@johnwinn4549]

hi chg these are getting more and more professional quality productions. love the pieces to camera and simple cooking stuff. John

[@johnwinn4549]

btw tried the curry methodology on Saturday it was decent!

[@elainebines6803]

Very interesting and informative. Especially insurance etc..us boaters need to share this info more - may create competition

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers Elaine. Yes, there's very little mentioned about the finer costs of boating, yet the price of insurance seems very cheap considering it includes contents as well? Merry Xmas.

[@Riddlestar01]

The year is drawing to a close. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your vlogs and wish you a Merry Christmas and a successful New Year. Juergen

[@CountryHouseGent]

Seasons greetings Juergen and thank you for following along. Cheers :)

[@ianmedium]

I was only yesterday thinking about you and here pops up a new video! Have a lovely Christmas and continued adventures next year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+ianmedium Thank you Ian. Hope it doesn't disappoint and festive best wishes to you. :)

[@keithedgington7869]

glad to see you back. hope you had a wonderful christmas. looking forward to more great videos. best wishes for a great year.

[@nigellewis2014]

Pure joy to watch - thank you

[@laurencedayton6375]

Good to see you, that was another cracking video. Merry Christmas and see you in the New Year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers Laurence and seasons greetings.

[@jeffbrewster6658]

Thanks once again for the videos and running Commentry. I’m looking at it with a nice cup of Yorkshire tea. My dad brought me over a few boxes from the UK to Vietnam, I should have asked him to bring me over some steak and kidney puddings but his 92 and I didn’t want to over load him . Have yourself a great Christmas cheers .

[@sleuths2022]

I am just loving your channel. This is one of the best. Thanks so much for sharing your journeys.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Very pleased to hear that. Thank you and welcome aboard. 🙂

[@mikedudley3053]

Well done CHG, a good and rounded account of one of your journeys including cullinary skills. Thanks, filled in a few blanks.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Mike Dudley Thanks for watching Mike

[@aprilblossom9268]

Love the curry recipe! Think I could actually make that 😊

[@rexharvey8420]

That curry looks magic Kevin, I am sure you enjoy many of them. Happy boating!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Yes it wasn't half bad Rex, cheers 🙂

[@charliewilson4670]

Excellent video once again and the view's were second to none the lamb curry looked gorgeous especially on a cold nice ☺👍

[@revamp33]

Hi CHG.thanks for the nod on the firelogs from home barging thay are stunning don't tell anyone all the best. Andy and Jules boat gorgearna shardlow.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Andy Osborne Thank you Andy. Yes they are surprisingly good and at 99p (if I remember correctly), it's good to keep a few around for when you inevitably run out of smokeless. :)

[@steveparkes1266]

Brilliant blog/Vlog or whatever there called, just like to say I really enjoy the films and if you have the time please keep them coming. Cheers 👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Steve Parkes Thank you Steve. I like to call them episodes. Stay tuned for more, cheers.

[@lucanham3003]

I love your videos so much, always waiting for the next one !! Got worried when you hadn't posted for a while, glad to see you're looking better!

[@paula8544]

Perfectly put together instalment, the boatmans stove is a little beauty, cooks a treat. Yes you did look the dogs doodahs with your shirt, posing at the camera lol. The cost of living the dream, erm, priceless in my opinion. Wishing you the very best however you keep the season of yuletide. Be warm, healthy and happy.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Paula B Aymen to that and many thanks Paula for following along. Have an excellent Christmas.

[@willhaggis1377]

I'm a lumberjack !!!!!!! Sorry couldn't resist. Good 😊 to have you back,I wish you a merry Christmas 🎄 and a happy 😊 new year 🙋🏻‍♂️🎄🎄🎄🎄👍👍👍👍👋👋👋👋👋🎉🎉🎉🎉🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻

[@stephenclair4214]

One word.. Respect

[@georgeblankinship4745]

Excellent Vid, Kevin. Wonderful country side. Thank you for allowing me to 'travel-a-long' with you this past year. Have a great Holiday Season and Look forward seeing you next year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

A pleasure George and thank you for watching. Merry Xmas.

[@brianspires6990]

Always enjoy your videos. Contents always enjoyable and just get better and better. Looking forward to seeing you again.

[@mwatling3816]

Have a great Christmas look forward to the next vlog

[@CountryHouseGent]

Merry Xmas to you.

[@mamaddoesdinner4977]

So happy to see you doing so well 🙂 I've enjoyed your videos during this year and the peek you give us into the narrowboat life. Speaking of, you look marvelous after narrowboat life! Huge difference from when we met you in the first video. Yea!!! Have A very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Mama D Does Dinner Aw shucks. Thank you so much and yes, feeling good. Merry Xmas.

[@johnhartley3596]

Merry Christmas. Thank you for a year of entertaining videos.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you John and merry Xmas. Here's to another year of adventures. :)

[@69Phuket]

All the best CHG....Very entertaining, Thanks. ;)

[@CountryHouseGent]

Seasons greeting and thanks for following along. :)

[@firstwavepuresoul]

Enjoyed the curry recipe and demo...I really like watching how you cook meals on board Aslan...here's wishing you a great New Year!

[@martyrule]

Great fun! Merry Christmas and a safe winter!!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Marty. Merry Xmas.

[@dalejones4184]

Happy Christmas Kevin, and we hope 2018 is just as great as the last year on Aslan. Looking forward to the next instalment already. Dale

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Dale Jones Thank you Dale. Merry festivities to you. Cheers,

[@matthewnickerson3991]

That's it ! I have to get Vimeo on demand. I just keep viewing these episodes over and over again, lol.... Gotta watch the newer episodes.

[@graemetrim9549]

Thanks for the tips on making a HOT meal. Don't think I'll bother as I am a 15 minute for making a meal man. Enjoy your trips and tips and will be looking forward to more in the future All the best from a warm and sunny New Zealand.

[@mange2]

Another great vid of your journey. Have a Merry Ch******s and Happy New Year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Mange 2 Cheers for watching and have a great Xmas. :)

[@clintmullins4406]

Greetings from Kansas City, Missouri the middle of the USA. Enjoyed the video sir

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Clint Mullins Gooday Clint and thank you.

[@peterjonhuddleston]

Another great vlog thank you, best wishes and happy Christmas hope you have nice new year, still rate your narrowboat vlogs as the best!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Season greetings to you Peter and thank you. That means a lot. Merry Christmas.

[@lockedin60]

Quite the contrast between your slow steady cruise on the waterway and inland the passenger train speeding on to wherever!

[@Ivansgarage]

Excellent Video !!!!!! I live in the USA would love to travel EU canals looks like a peaceful time.

[@lynneevans4265]

Merry Christmas and a very happy new year to you CHG. another great video please keep them coming. X stay safe and keep warm xxx

[@stevelawrence2711]

Brilliant video.

[@jmeyer3rn]

Thanks for the ride. Loved the scenery and the cooking demo as well. Wish I'd had a taste of that lamb.

[@bosse641]

Sure was wanting to try your stew :-) I'm sure it's tasty. Merry Christmas :-)

[@dickvarga6908]

thanks for the recipe/cooking lesson.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Dick Varga You're welcome

[@OzbeachAndy]

Same here start to finish watched. Well done and Merry Christmas.

[@kallundstram266]

Love it slowly creeping into my top 20 vlogs 👌

[@TherealDeltaEcho]

Merry Chrismas from Queen Creek Arizona. The temp has dropped here to a chilling 72 f and will continue cold for another two weeks. Although we are criss crossed by canals everwhere I have never seen a single boat upon one. A couple dead and bloated cows maybe. But no boats. But we love your videos and they remind us of long ago when we lived in Somerset County N.J. USA. Not far from Chester or Trenton or the 'Grand Union' LOL. Please keep the videos coming, we love them ...........and hopefully someday maybe we will get to understand 'English' .And a happy warm New Year mate.

[@CallmeRogerRoger]

Very fun The World Tour shout out!

[@jpaulrice]

Merry Christmas Kevin and a Happy New Year filled with miles and miles of sliding over the top of the water. As you well know, you produce excellent videos enjoyed by so many. Keep em up.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Many thanks John. I always put my all into the videos and hearing how much they're appreciated is just reward. Have a great Christmas.

[@jpaulrice]

Was surprised by that Snarky comment on the videos. My Mom use to say: If you can't say something nice Thumper, don't say nothin at all." Sometimes we find out Thumper was a Donkey. :-)

[@The1vanillaman]

great to see another video kevin,brilliant as always,many thanks,have a wonderful xmas and a great new year

[@BrasherFox]

Another great vlog and I love your candid humour.:) Think I will stick to my caravan and all the traffic Islands, sod all those locks. All the best and fair sailing.

[@tovaritchboy]

Very nice looking dinner, and yeah like the first question and the answer is classic, hahaha Great Vid and you have a Merry Christmas. Thanks for sharing the vid and the trip.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+Greg Wade A pleasure, cheers Greg and all the best.

[@tovaritchboy]

hahaha and cant believe that last question about do you run on steam, hahahaha someone smoking something, hahaha

[@canadiancedar3012]

One of my most watched. Continue to revisit for the recipe. Family favourite

[@ianmedium]

You realise I am breaking this into parts so I can prolong the enjoyment!:) once the last segment is done I will begin again! Thank you for this wonderful Christmas gift Kevin.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers Ian. Yes, that's what I like to hear. All the best and merry Xmas.

[@GeorgeStephen1959]

Merry Christmas Kevin, We look forward to seeing you in the new year.

[@CountryHouseGent]

+George Stephen Merry Xmas George and thank you for following the journey.

[@misransiano6265]

Great and so much fun to see your video, I enjoyed most with your cooking and greet the ducks, cows and sheep, keep it up, Kevin