Four Day 'Dash' to the DIY Store - Narrowboat Life - Boat Life - Episode 171

[@brodie2711]

Thank you, guys, for that early heads-up to your Vlog. What scenery to wake up to. You see an Otter and don't film it, you've got to be quicker in the future. Seriously though you're getting this filming and editing down pat, anybody would think you've been doing this for years. Super stuff, much appreciated. All the best. Stephen

[@denisemahood9162]

I loved the opening shots - the wild garlic, the green, the lovely sounds, the absolute peace. Delicious!

[@myhillslife27]

Hello! Thankyou for the lovely video, beautiful swans

[@claren4643]

Oh my goodness! The filming and the music... just particularly lovely. Thank you!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you too!

[@philliphammond399]

Hi Fran and Rich, that was an excellent video, thanks for taking us with you, really enjoyed it.

[@oldrunnerstepx2638]

Fran sounded keen to buy one of those apartments 😂😂😂

[@ralphwood5875]

A picture of a content woman reveinllg in a very special place ,the epitome of peace.She loves wild garlic but so do I Soon you'll be relaxing on your patio or deck with shade and perhapsa nice G&T like we do now Summer is here and the deck isn't covered in 3 feet of snow..Our garden is looking a picture now all the plantings have been done.Our joy is watching the Humming birds at the syrup feeders.Lovely relaxing vlog ,thanks so much Fran and Rich.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

You paint a lovely picture Ralph. Have never seen a hummingbird, it must be very special x

[@whitecompany18]

The garlic flower petals are perfectly edible and delicious 👍

[@paulturner7837]

That really was a beautiful spot in the woodland Fran. I do find it recharges you if you take the time to just absorb your surroundings. Beautiful cruise too, it’s such a lovely area you’ve chosen for yourselves

[@philwise5598]

I must admit I have never been that keen to get to a B&Q store. Especially as it means more work when I get home!.

[@TheFairyQueen]

The swan is stalking you guys😂

[@nevillemignot1681]

I do think that you are very privileged to see an wild animal in its natural habitat, it does give you a great sense of freedom in our over regulated world. I want to be just like 'em and not be able to read signs.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Completely agree with you

[@carolfrench2446]

For all winter/summer clothes storage, the bags you can buy which you either use a vacuam cleaner on to suck out the air, or you can get them where you push the air out. These will give you more space than boxes and keeps clothes fresh.

[@margaretzee8162]

Absolutely lovely scenery - well done!

[@christineprice5463]

Lovely scenery 😊

[@katienorthenmore1892]

That was nice thanks . Sorry I missed the questions and answers zoom talk the other night . Hope to see it soon. Thanks for your vlogs . Love what, Fran says about having coffee & cake and waiting for the right moment ❤

[@FloatingOurBoat]

The Q&A session should be available very soon. We will let you know.

[@73Prospect]

Wonderful transformation of your mooring spot. :-) Fabulous cruising footage as always. Thank you!

[@cherryclark2572]

Lovely laid back, mellow slice of the peaceful life. Thanks so much,

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnfoster7996]

Wonderful! Fran's reaction to the penthouse apartments came a second or two after my similar reaction tothe idea. I live in a rather cramped old stone cottage, built a long time. ago for people whose entire wardrobe could be hung on a single peg so am familiar with the two seasons storage problem. As ever, thank you for publishing this episode.

[@AfterTheRains]

Thank goodness for the storage bags with vacuum suction we can get now.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Now that sounds like somewhere I would love

[@maviscarless4304]

joined you again , hope shopping was a treat. Rich just this morning , made two more of your cakes , one for us one for friends , doing batch cooking these days , first for our friends , love it , thanks

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is wonderful, thank you

[@myrtlemorris1288]

I hope you have a nice time enjoying your new patio it’s very pretty

[@barbaralamson7450]

What a wonderful journey that was. Just a touch of everything wonderful. Thank you.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Our pleasure!

[@kanders7391]

Big box store shopping is exhausting.

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Thankyou for the journey of tranquility ❤

[@suzannehague5203]

Theakyou to both it was lovely to see you enjoying your life on the canals and the new mooring and the gardening I have potato growing in bags and vegetables in my greenhouse good luck with it all and all the best for now 😊

[@Santafefrank]

Thanks for the video. See you next time.😊

[@CitizenErased11]

We passed you yesterday (Friday 7th July) on your idyllic mooring - you gave us a little wave 👋

[@tracyclarke2779]

Well guys I wouldn't mind it taking me 4 days to get to B un Q in such beautiful surroundings, your mooring is lookin fab. Lovely vlog. ❤👍

[@carolinefiler5506]

Lovely scenery looks amazing

[@cclow9494]

The Range at Skipton is an alternative store for home and garden essentials

[@elizabethmondulick8209]

Just beautiful, both the cruise and the mooring. Your vlogs have such a lovely look and feel to them, and are getting better all the time. Thank you so much for continuing to share them with us.

[@alexbraid8700]

Wow all that wild garlic! I've yet to find any on my hill walks. Your mooring garden area sure is looking pretty now

[@kerriirvin5206]

This was an excellent video. Thank you

[@geebee9869]

Great to meet you both at Leeds City railway station. Sorry I didn't have much time to chat. Keep up the great work!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Good to meet you too. It is always strange for us when people recognise us off the canal!

[@lesleyhutchason6277]

We absolutely love your vlogs! Are dream is to have a dutch barges on the french canals. You both give us much inspiration. Thank you so much.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That sounds wonderful. If we were to have a different kind of boat , we would love a Dutch barge.

[@scottfw7169]

Great view across landscape at 6:05 to 09. 🏞 And another nice view at Barrowford Locks.

[@nesleinf]

Funny - I just thought Calamity Jane seconds before you said it Rich 😀

[@FloatingOurBoat]

😂🤣😂

[@beverleybarnes423]

Lovely to watch your videos of the place I have visited as I live not to far away from burnley lovely walk near we’re you are xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It is a beautiful area

[@suzannewch7202]

Wonderful video! Thank you for sharing!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you

[@rogerbrown5558]

The grips of winter are going to be with us later this week here down under. Just looking forward to that first daffodil. Summer is coming.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

The best time of year, the anticipation of spring

[@Roy66Nott]

The canopy on the side of the building overhanging the canal is there to stop the fish getting wet when it rains.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

😂🤣😂

[@alisonfrance4804]

Thank you for the great vlog! I’m in Canada so enjoyed seeing your B&Q store; which looks very similar to our Home Depot! Your mooring looks gorgeous, especially with your new furniture…I would find it hard to leave it to cruise! 😊🌺

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is a bit of a problem!

[@suesmith3417]

Brilliant as usual you cannot beat being outside in nature loving your home improvements on the decking. take care both of you xxx

[@shirleyneufeld351]

North West is Norway maybe. Canada is warm and balmy🇨🇦. We had a cottage on the Severn River about an hour from home. It was lovely going on the river and feeling the sun and wind on my face. Your vlogs remind me , thank you!

[@lynmoore8355]

OMG guys what an awesome Vvlog.... just love watching you guys and being your Patreon, your decking and garden is looking good, sorry that we didn't get to meet when we were in the UK reasonly, but maybe definately next time... can't wait to see your little garden grow... love you guys, its winter here in Adelaide Australia, so Fran your scraf is being worn most days.. love it.. see you next week.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Don't worry Lyn , we realise how quickly time goes by. Hope you had a wonderful visit and so glad the scarf is getting some use x

[@dexterfitben]

It's been a while...nice edits, music works well..fresh. (btw. i'm watching from Taipei - i wanna come home! lol)

[@wendyluvsbooks6537]

What a beautiful woods as you say perfect place to sit and read a book , what book are you reading ? The rain on the water was so nice what a lovely sound and the swans were beautiful , thank you for a lovely video …. Love seeing the canals …. 💞📖💞

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Two books on the go at the moment, one is 1612 The Lancashire witch trial - a true account of the Pendle witches and the other is by Simon Armitage, the poet laureate on his Pennine way walk. Off to a massive bookshop tomorrow though😃

[@wendyluvsbooks6537]

@@FloatingOurBoat maybe you need to do a book haul for us

[@1beakin]

Loved all the nature sites, greenery, waterfalls, thunderstorms, and seeing all the work ya all did on your patio.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@paulroberts5418]

hello rich an fran would one of the vacume pack machine save you space with clothing just a thought

[@debbiegelder9201]

As your video started I shouted at my phone Skipton woods it be so quiet up there I'm busy days in town. It was sheep day here in Skipton today I think the wood really good peaceful place to be today 😊😊🌳🌳🌳🌳

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Oh would love to have been there.

[@debbiegelder9201]

@@FloatingOurBoat maybe next year

[@Neil-Hanson67]

Have you tried vacuum bags for under your bed, we have them and save loads of space, just a thought, sorry if i missed you mentioning them in this vlog.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We have them under the sofa but do need to get some more for under the bed

[@shirleylynch7529]

Beautiful cruise and scenery. The woods are so tranquil and relaxing. I could almost smell all that wild garlic. Great filming as well. I’m of to make your fruit cake Rich. Thank you. Take care.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you, enjoy the cake.

[@sheryld1957]

What a beautiful journey down and back! Thank you for including us on the trip!

[@cooper68ns]

A fun bit but north England is farther north than most of Canada. CHEERS ,loved the trip.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Wow, that has surprised me. Off to find an atlas now 😁

[@cooper68ns]

@@FloatingOurBoat funny isn't it. Hardy seems right. Taking into account most of Canada's population lives in the more southern part of Canada.

[@Acapulc941]

You have done such lovely work to create your patio. It looks inviting. Leigh

[@seanjamescameron]

How about a little shed on the mooring to store your garden items?

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is on our minds Sean. We are thinking about one with a green roof???

[@sarabaldeschwieler7763]

I was thinking of you both but especially Fran while listening to The Food Programme on a certain National radio network. They did a whole show on foraging and the benefits of eating wild food, backed with some scientific studies.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ooh thank you. I will find it and listen x

[@brenda9990]

That whole area is just gorgeous! Enjoy your summer at your new mooring. ❤

[@johnbenefield922]

Enjoyed your summer cruise jaunt to the shops from Aotearoa NZ. Could do with some of your sun down under as it's a bit nippy at the moment.

[@beckyrobinson5672]

Im so glad youns are back.I love are walks and looking for food in the country.Take care and God bless. Thanks for sharing your video.

[@davidrobinson630]

Impressive shots and stunning scenery.....now enjoy your deserved shade "at home"....wish we were there !...☺🥂

[@hughcarson6837]

Great vlog

[@lisaforte1575]

I'm so glad you got in a good shot of the dogs, too!🥰

[@robertcanning1888]

Get vaccum bags from argos. Theyll save plenty space

[@KatelynsAdventures707]

Lovely video Fran & Rich, the scenery is stunning there. 🩷🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@joybader4035]

Thanks. Lovely! Can hardly wait to see what u do with ur DIY!!

[@vmcougarintn5035]

Now that was refreshing! I don't like Home Depot so glad you didn't take me in there. I loved seeing all the wildlife, however, I was disappointed that we missed the otter. LOL I could almost smell the garlic, Fran! Stay safe.

[@StevesRepairs]

Thanks for taking us along on this beautiful cruise and visit to B&Q. I hope that you are both well and the doggies of course. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@karl-heinzschulz7898]

Great video again and i really love the music 🎶 what you play with the videos 👍😊 keep on cruising and stay safe and healthy 😊🇨🇦

[@karenchapman6334]

Fantastic - so enjoy your videos & love the life you lead. So relaxing as well to watch & listen to! 🥰xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thanks so much 😊

[@MrOVERANOUT]

I will be in Skipton on Wednesday as I take my Grandson to swim training every Wednesday evening at the Craven Sports Centre. I love the woods behind Skipton Castle and like to gather a few Garlic flower heads (from a random out of the way place) to garnish salads or sprinkle on cooked meat. I have taken a narrowboat down through the Barrowford Locks and it is nice, but going through Burnley is dire. There are more shopping trollies, footballs and other rubbish in that stretch than you can shake a barge pole at. Take care there.

[@michaelwhite8031]

Call me strange but l love being on a boat when it rains

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Quite agree. It is really cosy

[@Jennifer62389]

What a lovely, tranquil trip.🌺 Fran, that blue top you're wearing is your color.

[@sarkybugger5009]

Hi guys! Lovely video, as ever. What next for the patio? Hot tub? 🤣 All the best.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

The canal is the nearest we will get to a hot tub

[@AfterTheRains]

Your gardens and patio look amazing and so inviting. Hope we get to see some of your crops. I love the change in the air after a good storm.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

More storms today, the air is buzzing and crops are growing as we watch

[@lindyfleetwood2231]

What a lovely vlog you both seem so much more relaxed now. Xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you! 😊

[@jeanniehyde8090]

Great vlog, Rich looks 🤔like he’s lost some weight Fran 🤗 living the dream. I do love 💕 the patio area and garden furniture too . Thanks for sharing 👋🏾🥰

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thanks so much

[@WanderingBells]

Your furthest west was our furthest east/north (so far). We just turned round near there and went back to the west of Burnley. Going to have to look out for the otter when we go back that way next week. The smell of garlic in the woods round here can be powerful!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ha Ha, the great East-West barrier.

[@WanderingBells]

@@FloatingOurBoat crossing that barrier soon👍

[@ianwebb2235]

That was so interesting, relaxing and entertaining. Thank you both!

[@francesdavey1337]

Thank you both that was beautiful xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Our pleasure!

[@nesleinf]

What a lovely relaxing video. Great!!! Love from Denmark

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@howardeastman-uk]

Thanks guys. The views from the Leeds and Liverpool are just wonderful. Have a great week!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is so true, there are views every way we look.

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid thanks lee

[@suecooper3016]

Did you stick to the list in B&Q or did a few extra things sneak into the trolly? This is a regular occurance in our house!!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Don't be silly. Of course there were extras. I think it was picture hooks this time!!!

[@johnwadlow2617]

Another great vlog !!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much 😊

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Beautiful cruise and scenery. Stunning. ❤

[@paullapper8702]

Great video guys ❤

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you 🤗

[@Lynette21122431]

I tried the cruise, I think you’re such great a host and hostess! The patio gear looks just right. Did you manage to buy some plants at the garden center part of the B&Q? Bye for now from over here in Portland, Oregon.

[@Lynette21122431]

Fran and Rich, they should say I liked the cruise! Doofus me.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We had too much to carry to buy plants that day but it is always good to look.

[@Lynette21122431]

Understand. It’s always fun to look at plants when you know you’ve got somewhere you could certainly put them to grow and reward your work. I’m going to proofread this now since I can’t seem to get anything right! 😂😂

[@lesleyhutchason6277]

Hi Fran, can you give me your comfrey/nettles recipe please.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Just fill a container with roughly chopped nettles and/ or comfrey. Fill with water and cover as it will smell. leave for at least 2 weeks and I then dilute it about 1in 4 with water to feed the plants. That is just my recipe!

[@rebeccastockley4399]

Hello Fran and Dave, can I please ask how you do your composting, how often you have to empty, how you store it and how long it takes to compost and where it goes afterwards. Contemplating getting one but have no experience of composting toilets. Thank you very much.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Oh well, I'm a bit older now, and prefer to be more natural. Cheaper, healthier and it doesn't fill the canal with pollutants. Thanks for watching

[@nazdagg2027]

yes, looked just like a HomeDepot. sell the boat and move to Texas, only 110F. (43C). hehehehe.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ouch....too hot!!!

[@cq44b]

Hi Rich, what drone are you using these days and are they difficult to use? Cheers

[@FloatingOurBoat]

😂🤣😂

[@paisleyjane9606]

You haven't told us how you stowed all your purchases on the return trip. Must have been a bit in the way.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It was ok. They fitted easily in the well deck and on the roof and nothing fell in