Travels by Narrowboat - "Point Break" - S08E15

Great Haywood and it's junction with the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, is literally just a couple of miles and two locks away.
Passing through the tiny village of Weston On Trent, I confidently declare it the most picturesque section of canal I've ever travelled along.
Along the way, I marvel at what must be a joyous privelege, that of owning your own canalside field and private mooring - and speculate what might be involved in purchasing your own 'piece of paradise'.
Eventually, we arrive at Great Haywood and after disposing of some rubbish and filling the water tank, I moor up a little further down the canal.
Here, before taking a well-earned break, I sample 3 homemade ales, given to me by a viewer way back in February, at Garstang Marina.
** Be sure to watch to the end for a 'taster' of a special video, coming soon. **
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[@Michael_Brown1964]

Hi Kevin, the very fact that practically every single person on the canal's, knows your name, just proves how good your channel is.

[@CountryHouseGent]

🤗 I'd never admit it openly Mike, but it does feel good to hear complete strangers shout your name out. Can be a bit spooky at times also.

[@KnifeEdgeCrash]

I don't know where else to put this message.... sorry for your countries/commonwealth loss of your queen today. Must make you proud to have had someone that did her bit during WW2 by being a mechanic and Landrover driver doing her part for the war effort. Condolences from the USA, Florida, Avon Park, Douglas Martin.

[@Kristopher520]

Great ending to this season. Awesome material. Can’t get enough.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Many thanks indeed

[@jamesfoley6555]

Thank for another great vlog🙏✝️🙏

[@infinitejusticeone]

Thank you for the travels. You keep me sane in this crazy world! Loved the beer ending.

[@denisscott3073]

Hi Kevin 👍👋 well it's just us 2 saying hi and yes thanks again for sharing this video update and lifestyle 👋 enjoy your break time 👋 keep safe say well 👍 den and sue 👍 👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🚌🚌🚌

[@waywed]

Grudgingly we will just have to put up without the soothing Aslan chug for a while. Enjoy the break and rest the soul!

[@caseylimbert266]

Enjoy your beer, enjoy your break, Kevin. And as always, thanks for what you're doing! -Casey

[@raytheron]

Si gave you a bender in three bottles! On a serious note, Kevin, your videos make my soul sigh for the green and wonderful landscape of England. Stuck here in NSW, Australia, where the gum trees dominate everything and the beauty of what makes England but a faint and fading dream, I can but dream of a lush, eye-soothing landscape like what you and Aslan travel through. Oh, and Aslan's beat is the song of freedom, I think.

[@oldbloke204]

Damn dude some of the nicest and prettiest areas going are on the coast of southern NSW from what I have seen. Some of England looks nice but it also seems to be very crowded with train tracks or motorways around nearly every turn. I would like to see some bits of England, especially WW2 history, but that would be about it. Cheers.

[@stevemumbling7720]

Sounds like you've never been to the UK. You're far bettr off in Oz. Most of the Brits would emigrate tomorrow if they could.

[@w5pda]

O'Siyo (G'Day) from Texas.

[@raytheron]

@@stevemumbling7720 I have been. Both my sons live there and I have many friends all over the UK. One cannot compare NSW's rural areas to built-up areas in England. Last time we were there we stayed with my son in Amesbury and often went to Salisbury and other towns in the area. Not a train to be seen or heard until you've driven to Salisbury or Andover, and you could walk the countryside for hours without seeing any cars. Plus, with their right or way rules, one can walk across farmland and through woods. Here we can't even take our leashed dogs into national parks, even though they do less damage than kids. What I also loved is the huge variety of trees, the fact that you can walk or cycle from village to village, go into pubs without pokie machines and blaring TVs. Brits who would like to emigrate to here have obviously not spent any time in Oz. It's not all sunshine and clear skies like you see on TV or travel programmes. It gets cold and wet here, too. If it's sunny weather you want you have the whole Med.'s coastline. Most of the suburbs (apart from the very wealthy ones) have houses crowded together with often hardly a tree in sight. Some of these new developments are in the middle of nowhere. It's common for houses to be less than three metres apart. It's not the paradise people think it is. I have lived on five continents and Australia is no better than the other four, really.

[@rogerdale1883]

Do you ever look at the dull overcast weather on all vids i look at the depressing sky,now look out at our weather,i would not trade places even though i am an expat.

[@barryhumphries4514]

Have a pleasant break Kevin… 👍🇬🇧👀

[@sarahsue42]

Weekend starts early Thanks 👍

[@AJ_L]

I can appreciate the need for a break from filming and editing, Kevin. You don't just film - you produce well planned, thoughtful, entertaining content that keeps your viewers wanting more. I can't imagine the added time it takes to position a camera or two, walk away, then retrace your steps as you film, then go back to retrieve the cameras. You take pride in what you do for your viewers and we appreciate that. Then there's the editing. Must take hours upon hours. Amazon would not have picked up your channel some years back if it didn't meet their tough standards for professionalism and entertaining content. We appreciate you. Now, if you'd only compile a printed book from all of the still shots you've amassed. I'd buy that in a heartbeat and I suspect many of your viewers would too. Kevin and Aslan on my coffee table. Imagine that.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Many thanks AJ. Indeed I see myself as a filmmaker rather than a vlogger, which of course means I set myself far overreaching goals. Actually if I don't go just that bit further and exhaust myself by the end, I don't feel like I've earned a break. 🙂

[@anthonyclary1198]

The reason everyone knows you Kevin, is that you are the best narrowboat KZbinr. Hands down. No contest. Enjoy your well deserved break! Thanks again! And excellent job as usual!

[@kevinu.k.7042]

Great filming lovely video. Ta and thanks for the smile.🙂

[@sprintcarfan87]

It's always a good day when I see a Country House Gent video has been posted.

[@jamescook8897]

Everybody knows you because your good geezer you make the sunshine come out mate I'd forget the private moorings your better off in the marinas winter time buddy👍

[@nigellunn8019]

Enjoy your rest Kev 👍

[@TheHodsocks]

Binged watched every episode from 1-6 on Amazon prime 7-8 on KZbin enjoyed it immensely can associate with you on episode one in your campervan as I was in the same position in 2010 in my Mondeo but I went the other way.Just look what I missed but watching your videos as helped ease the pain all though the Tommy cooper impression was painful good luck Kevin may meet one day

[@Iggy80424]

Haha! I've been quietly watching your postings since the beginning. Grew up in East Farndon, not far from Crick and Foxton Locks. Have lived in Breckenridge, Colorado for 40 yrs now. This one made me comment. Love it and all the best Kevin.

[@SteveMikre44]

Enjoy your time off and thank you for creating such great episodes for your followers...🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@carbootsally]

Another good video Kevin xx

[@valyd45]

Wonderful Kevin! What a way to end your travels by narrowboat for now! The beauty on the canals is never a disappointment. Your eye for that mother duck tucking away her baby for a meal was darling but what I wasn’t expecting was your reaction to the beer tasting. I couldn’t stop laughing. Well enjoy your time to just rest and relax. We will look forward to your next travel videos. Cheers😎

[@jewell278]

So, I've no interest in narrow boats or canals.... However. Each morning before work and sometimes in the evenings I thought, I'll give this a try. I've just smashed out all your content on amazon prime and it was ace mate, nice and relaxing and chills me out, can't wait to catch up now on here.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you so much for bingeing the series. Hope you enjoy the content on here as well. Have a good one.

[@neilmurfet3392]

"Sometimes you want to go Where everybody knows your name And they're always glad you came You want to be where you can see Our troubles are all the same You want to be where everybody knows your name" .....'Cheers' Kevin..Mr & Mrs Neil....

[@kevinsavage2751]

Your own verse? Or borrowed? Enjoyed reading it and hope CHG did too.

[@neilmurfet3392]

@@kevinsavage2751 Written by Gary Portnoy and Judy Hart Angelo, and performed by Gary Portnoy as the theme tune to the American 'sitcom' Cheers.....

[@galas1926]

Thank you Kevin for another lovely video. We always enjoy watching you and seeing the English countryside. Have a restful break and we'll see ya later. 👍👋😉. Cheers from Lancaster, Ohio

[@androidstaffs]

I'll keep it short as you deserve your me time. Take a well earned rest and enjoy the peace and tranquility. Sean.

[@MrVerno46]

The "WOW" episode. Cheers, Kevin

[@geoffreygoodyear3746]

enjoy you break fella! - i always forget to comment as me n the mrs watch your yt channel on tv...we will be looking forward to the next installment of your wonderful adventures👍❤

[@deborahtaylor6165]

Enjoy yourself Kevin. We will see you on the flip side!

[@deacjansp2]

Enjoy your break and come back refreshed, friend! I don’t think I can send spirits for the party for your return, nor cake, but I send best wishes always!

[@andyrbush]

A delightful travel through England on the canal. love it. Thank you.

[@robseale6450]

Familiar sites. Thanks Kevin.

[@MissScrappy]

Rural countryside and Aslan chugging away was the perfect way to start the day. 🌞 🌞 Looking forward to your return. Enjoy!

[@jodyreay733]

What a great video! Beautiful scenery and wonderful company! Thank you for sharing! ❤️❤️❤️

[@marionjohansson4235]

Have a wonderful break.

[@Gooner-1971]

These are the most enjoyable, relaxing, slow paced videos, yet always over so quickly….I must be enjoying them too much 👍🎥⛴

[@donnaclothier1241]

The most beautiful ride ever. Such lovely country and scenery. As always, spending a little time with you is a peaceful, relaxing break. Enjoy your break. I look forward to your return. To you from Wild and Wonderful West Virginia, USA.

[@kathleensmith9307]

The scenery is beautiful! I especially liked all the wildflowers. Your beer tasting gave me a giggle. Love your videos. 🍻

[@mkredenbaugh6322]

Such beautiful sites. I did get the impression that 2 of the geese were telling you to move on. You are such a generous host to share your travels thes many months. Thank you and, of course, people recognize you and Aslan. We will miss your adventures but no worries! See you both when you return. Prayers for you.

[@keithweybury5212]

Howdy Kevin and thanks for the great cruising vlogs. 1Lovely part of the Canal system. Enjoy the rest of the beers and see you next time. Keith Melbourne Australia

[@luke5295]

Thanks for sharing your adventures. My wife and I enjoy very much the scenic routes along the canal, your witty observations, and the peaceful chug of Aslan. God bless on all your endeavors.

[@shirleymassey9755]

Well done Kevin.only right everyone knows your name.with such wonderful videos who would forget it.Enjoy your break.Enjoy your drinks.not to much though.dont want man over board😄

[@lizzardk42]

I just found you on prime a month ago and just binge watched all six seasons there then jumped to KZbin and binge watched 7 and 8. Now I’m sad .. miss Asian and you !, cheers!

[@judyshort38]

Well, you are a fabulous person so everyone should know you by name! We all love you Kevin!!!

[@caz-nbgalatea1528]

That’s tonight’s viewing sorted then!!!! 👍👍

[@1973bean1973]

Don’t be away to long love the videos 👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

No need to wait at all. Season 9 is currently running. Latest is episode 8, went live today

[@karenpeterson5780]

I hope you have a restful and enjoyable summer break! See you in a few weeks.

[@maryroberts3402]

i sit in Maine and travel thru the beautiful English countryside with you and Aslan. Zen

[@annerimler]

Enjoy the time off!

[@garethvaughan426]

Cheers Kevin, bottoms up, enjoy your break & see you soon 🍻👍

[@rikkiharcourt3868]

Not surprised everyone knows your name Kevin. Every now and again I try another narrow boat but nobody, apart from Silver Foxes and maybe Robbie Cummings reach your standards of film making. You couldn’t make a bad shot if you tried and like The Foxes make each video an adventure. Such a pleasure to travel with you. Respect!

[@davidbrownlee9169]

Cruising the cut is also good viewing. Plus his van channel. But our Kevin is number one.

[@rikkiharcourt3868]

@@davidbrownlee9169 Thanks, will visit. I also like Vince Narrow Boating and Lifestyle. Very good videos. Heigh Ho, so many canals, so many boaters! I will encounter them all eventually.

[@6360carolyn]

I have just recently found your site. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy it.i love seeing the English countryside. My blood pressure goes down about half a dozen degrees. Thanks from Canada and keep up the good work.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Fabulous to hear that Carolyn, thank you and welcome aboard.

[@mikeoswald8053]

What ever Si makes looks good to me! Enjoy your break, now go Flit! Cheers my friend.

[@jeremy5363]

This has been a beautiful journey, I can’t wait for more in the future. Thank you for taking the time to share and bring us along. I’ll miss the travels while you take a very well deserved break, but will look in anticipation for the return of CHG and Aslan. Cheers🍻

[@ahnie771]

Enjoy your vacay!

[@goody2shoes831]

Nobody does it like you Kevin! I absolutely love your videos! Thanks for all your hard work & beer tasting skills! 🍺😁

[@ianofsjkartwork]

Another great vlog Kevin..........enjoy your break and fully recharge your batteries.........hopefully see you back in the near future.............stay safe..........thanks for sharing

[@darwinrobot]

Another marvellous episode, thank you. Enjoy your break.

[@tobes1989]

Just in time for my break at work 👍

[@martyb3783]

Another Great video Kevin. Everyone knows you because of your $150,000,000 net worth! The expression on your face when you read that in your video is priceless! :) Everyone knows you because you are an interesting friendly guy. People gravitate to that. Keep it up!

[@laurahaughton4523]

Thank you Kevin, enjoy your break. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Take care

[@robenblakey8236]

Love the beer tasting! Good to see you and have a good break.

[@davidjames9775]

Hi Kevin. Enjoy your break. Hope to see you again soon. Take care..

[@OldNickHindle]

Thanks for another excellent one Kevin, and enjoy your break 🤘👍

[@DBarnim]

Enjoy your break, everyone needs a refresh and recharge time.

[@alicehector9979]

Hello Kevin and thanks for the enjoyable ride and the beautiful scenery. As it happens I was enjoying a glass of wine while you were enjoying your beer sampling and I offered a toast to your raised glasss. Enjoy your break Kevin and will see you somewhere up the road. Cheers from New Jersey!

[@CountryHouseGent]

And cheers to you Alice

[@ianmedium]

“It appears they all know my name” Well the Kevin, Aslan has to be renamed to either Cheers or Norm! :) And you know what, why not a bit of horn blowing! You provide so much pleasure and inspiration, those are good things to be acknowledged! Oh, and I thought of you last week, I had a quick trip to Venice which as about a five hour drive from where I live in Austria and was amazed to see a couple of side canals dry! What shocked my most was how shallow they actually are. I always thought them to be deep but I reckon they would be around only five to six feet deep, not much at all!

[@lisas-w3h]

Kevin,Another wonderful video I love to start my morning watching you and Aslan the calmness of Aslan gliding through the canals is so refreshing 🤗 enjoy your break as we eagerly await your return. Be safe 😊

[@davidelledge6262]

Kevin, we enjoyed your videos this spring. I like very much the videos of bridges. I try to wrap my head around how those were made. It was fun to see Fran n Rich. They are the only Narrow boat youtubers we follow besides you. Filming wildlife, other narrow boats. Love seeing the signage on other boats. Keep doing what your doing, we are along for the ride. Glad to see Si the Pi guy bless you. Maybe time to see Chef Kevin? Take care, David n Pam in Alaska

[@davidgodfrey1815]

I am so glad you are back cruising and posting often. I look forward to your show. A beekeeper, my father and grandfather had bees.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Looks a fascinating pastime David. Especially with all that lovely honey. Yum 🙂

[@airgunnersc9335]

Enjoy your time off. Have some fun and we will see ya later.

[@EeeDee1]

Cheers Kevin, see you on the flipside.

[@Daytona2]

Just love the low, natural banks - the grass dropping down to the water, and yes, the private mooring with a bit of land. Hope that you're having a lovely break, Kevin.

[@shericatron5680]

Enjoy your break Kevin. We look forward to your return!

[@georgesmith8113]

Beautiful countryside! Great video! Thanks Kevin! 👍👍👍👊😎

[@charlesebyjr2925]

Thanks for the entertainment Kevin, drink one for me mate, oh I need to visit England then I’ll buy you a pint! Cheers, Charlie from Pennsylvania

[@bigcohotom3361]

Warm beer. My oh my !

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ha, it's a British thing, though for me, the colder the better.

[@Tony02062]

My favorite part of the week

[@williamrandall1415]

At the end of a stressful day working on my old wooden trawler your videos are relaxing and very welcome. Thank you so much.

[@marygordon4831]

Hope to see back soon.

[@sloughton1961]

Love the beer tasting 🙂

[@ianwebb2235]

Brilliant,,,,as always. so relaxing thank you from a welshman and his mrs,,,,,in Japan!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers Ian. A Welshman in Japan? I could say something about who can't understand who, but I won't. 😉 Have a good one.

[@conniemckenzie1136]

Another great video. Enjoy your break Kevin and those beers too! See you again soon. Cheers from Connie.

[@susanmarquardt7957]

Cheers Kevin! Enjoy your break and travels. Be safe, stay well, and see you next time.

[@brucekay9761]

Hi Kevin! Have a great time "off duty" you deserve it. Seeing you trying the beers reminded me of a friend who made cider that was as strong as whiskey! Looking forward to watching your next instalment. Take care.

[@Fircuehal]

Great video Kevin thanks for sharing , always a pleasure to watch 👍 Enjoy your break , catch you on the next one 👍

[@glennabanano3561]

Love the video. The birdsong at the beginning is awesome. Enjoy your time out. You deserve it. Your Texas friend Glenna.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers Glenna. Indeed I can't recall a canal where the birds were so vocal, and so loud.

[@mammybee]

Well Kevin....what a man!! A true inspiration. You have went and grabbed life with both hands which many of us are scared to do. We all forget life's too short....we have to get out there and grab it. I so wish to see u on the scottish canals and we "hae a wee dram, and toast Aslan" I'm a caravanner so am working to getting a motorhome and travel all over...and maybe...just maybe, you've inspired me to video it. Make myself a wee video diary. Anyways Kevin we have ur show in every morning and before I go to work I decide which chg dish il rustle up. Thank you so much for so much inspiration....from bonnie Scotland to u 💙

[@saltheart2023]

Enjoy your Sabbatical! Stay Safe on the Canals! Look forward to your return!!! Thanks for the Amazing Vids!

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Have a fabulous chill time off. Much deserved.

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Enjoy your break Kevin! Love your videos and look forward to your return!

[@JohnBCN]

Thanks Kevin for a very cheering and sunny trip down the T&M (upper half), especially around Weston on Trent. I did this yesterday in pretty foul rain and breeze.. it looks lovely in your film.

[@mrmud970]

125 am west coast time and i really needed this thankyou brother

[@CountryHouseGent]

You're welcome

[@61chrish]

Enjoy your break

[@MargyLong]

More excellent footage Kevin. What a surprise the Trent is, just idyllic and what a joy to watch. Thanks so much and enjoy your break

[@geoffmccord4880]

Enjoy your break, really looking forward to watching more please 😁

[@derrickfelix6206]

The name, thump thump, that be the piper of narrows. Cheers,

[@jeffhayden2737]

During your hiatus I've tried other narrow boat channels to get my fix but its just not the same . looking forward to next season. thanks for everything

[@CountryHouseGent]

Stay tuned Jeff. Good stuff coming soon. 🙂

[@tombowers3681]

sounds like everyone spent the lockdown watching your videos! Closest thing the canals have to a rock star. Enjoy your break

[@tamaragiurlani183]

Loved this series of beautiful landscapes and the beer tasting was comedic hic up hic up. Relax and have fun and I'll see you when I see you!