Narrowboat across the River Mersey Estuary to Liverpool. Ep. 158.

[@kristiedrazenovich2866]

“She clicks her heels together and kills people, even lands a house on a lady…..”. 🤣🤣🤣🤣. The best review of The Wizard Of Oz ever….

[@FoxesAfloat]

👍🏻🤣

[@carieannpayne7091]

I absolutely spit a whiskey and coke over my mobile during that bit! Hysterical!!!

[@kristiedrazenovich2866]

@@carieannpayne7091 it was so hilarious!!! I wish they were able to upload twice as much! I love them both to bits!!

[@Fatboy4pie]

The pair of you are hilarious, makes my Saturday morning watching your video, hope the channel goes from strength to strength for you, you both deserve it lads, anyway I'll wipe my phone screen from spitting my weetabix at it from the laughing, have a great time in Liverpool and try and enjoy a pint or 2 if you can. Tom

[@Raggman42]

Got a great laugh myself with that

[@lazylezinc]

Another absolute winner. So much information and amazing filming . Silver fox cuts a beautiful slice through the water and looks truly majestic. I also have to say that your Mersey pilot has really enjoyed his life on the water as, by my rough estimates, he must be approaching 80 years of age. Getting nearer every week to hitting watch button bang on four pm. Love you guys and your content.

[@longisland4210]

Yay it's Friday, time for our favorite tv show

[@FoxesAfloat]

Enjoy!

[@albertcross4275]

What a superb historical vlog, best I've seen since the great Fred dibnah..... Thank you, this will be your biggest vlog to date.... 👍🇫🇷🐟

[@carlrehnberg4581]

I have died and come to narrowboat heaven, both Foxes Afloat and Floating our Boat in one yummy go. Loved it!

[@FoxesAfloat]

👍🏻💜

[@johnstonewall917]

One of the better KZbin videos. We'll done guys!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much John

[@gloriarutman8516]

Your videos are the best! The music, the filming ,and you two, too.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much!

[@jimbob356]

Forgot to say, your time spent to give all the information to us is second to none, brilliant.

[@FoxesAfloat]

So kind. Thanks!

[@happy2ramble]

Absolutely brilliant. There's nothing more to add. Many thanks yet again for another great view.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@delliguest4453]

The quality of these weekly vlogs just gets better and better. It’s like watching a professional tv programme. They are informative, funny and they start my weekend off proper! Well done both.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Wow, thank you!

[@JCF072344]

You guys do the coolest things. Thanks for taking us along.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Our pleasure!

[@carolewarner101]

What a stunning day you had for the journey! Couldn't have been more perfect and easy, but having Stewart there with all of his knowledge and experience allowed you to relax and truly enjoy the experience. My sister and brother-in-law live in the States now, but for several years they lived in a flat in an historic warehouse on Albert Dock that had been renovated into condos! Don't quote me on it, but I believe it actually faced out on the River Mercey. They used to have huge boat flotillas on special holidays that they could watch from their living room out their windows! It was an amazing place to live, and they thoroughly enjoyed the exciting city of Liverpool whilst they lived there.

[@FoxesAfloat]

It is a lovely place!

[@rethacharette7830]

Thank you so much for taking us on your journey. Loved it. Have a nice time in Liverpool.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you, Retha!

[@TheHaydough]

Hey guys, another great video, i love the chemistry between you two, Shaun laughing at everything you say and being your biggest fan always makes my Fridays

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thanks so much!

[@clairodonnell8929]

I swear you two should be on tv you are so professional brilliant.xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hehe, they keep asking 🤣

[@AlfieBarlow_]

That was epic. What a perfect day to cross the Mersey

[@jacquelinebell9186]

Really good as usual. Lots of information and brilliant filming, I don’t watch TV any longer, I watch your vlogs, amongst others😊 far superior to any rubbish on the main stream . Total enjoyment. Thankyou, appreciate the hard work. 😅

[@FoxesAfloat]

Wow! What a compliment. Thanks Jacqueline.

[@chr4s2]

What interesting resourseful, lives you lead, you are an inspiration for us all to be pioneers in our everyday lives. Keep it up guys.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thank you!

[@anniepowell7559]

That was amazing. So scary 😟.🇨🇦🇨🇦👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Great video.👍

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you!

[@JustCameronAndHisJeep]

Four of my favourite people, and Otis. Thank you for the visit. So exciting! Have a GREAT weekend!

[@FoxesAfloat]

You too Cameron

[@jameshamre8778]

A fully narrated journey. Enjoyed all the preparations. Well done lads!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nodirectionhome308]

Just when I think I couldn't love you more....you go and totally out do yourselves! My favorite creators on KZbin!

[@dannyburriss383]

I love watching your videos. I learn a lot of the history of the canals. Hello from Maryland USA

[@FoxesAfloat]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kdean9537]

Hi Colin & Shaun, this was just epic! ...and drone footage as well, what more could we ask for! Hearing the history...all the work you go to is so appreciated! So glad you guys went on this journey & with Fran & Rich as well, you must have had a wonderful time, they are such a lovely couple! Stuart what a nice man! Really enjoyed watching, you guys are fabulous! Thank you so much for sharing, take really good care of yourselves, stay safe! Please give Otis a cuddle for me 💖Much love Kathy x

[@FoxesAfloat]

Cheers, Kathy!

[@evilelf25]

You two always have me rolling in laughter every week.

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@patmucklow9741]

What a wonderful dedicated gentleman Stewart is no wonder you felt reassured, disappointed not to see Otis on a scooter! 😂

[@FoxesAfloat]

🙄

[@glmarketingdude]

Wonderful day to release this Vlog. Liverpool arrival on Sir Paul McCartney’s birthday. Bravo on your information and entertaining episode. Cheers!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Great timing!

[@berniecanada2967]

Colin…you add so much to the videos with your entertaining info and humor!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much Bernie!

[@58borges1]

LOVED IT! Enjoy Liverpool!

[@FoxesAfloat]

💜

[@bettinatucker8935]

Love it ,love it, love it A fantastic vlog. What a experience arriving into Liverpool. I love Liverpool it was so lovely to see a few places again i have been too again. You are both so lovely. You had me laughing when you were saying about Wizard of Oz. Thank you to you both for all your hard work. Take care have a good week . xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hehe. Thanks so much Bettina

[@judyhannah5811]

Colin you did another fabulous job on this one! We really enjoyed your adventure! Bravo!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Awesome, thank you!

[@forestntt72]

My daughter suffers from anxiety so I know just what an event your day must have been. Well done to Colin for getting through it and well done to Shaun as I know how exhausting it is to provide love and support to get through such a day.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Totally not how it was but thank you.

[@mikethomas2138]

Life goes on day after day ….. Great film guys.

[@FoxesAfloat]

It does!

[@sherrie-deejenkins6504]

What a great journey!!!!!! Thanks for taking all of us along. Exciting!!!!!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Always a pleasure!

[@patbowman6723]

Another interesting, educational and fun video with beautiful views.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks Pat

[@harryyoutt1532]

What a perfect voyage! Colin, you have earned the infectious joy that propelled your narration. Bravo!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much, Harry!

[@roberttugwell4756]

Great music gave drama to your video I always look forward to your video stories

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kaydavis4935]

You always keep us so entertained and so totally jealous of the wonderful sights you see. Love to both of you❤️

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much, Kay!

[@seanym67]

Guys, best narrowboat channel on youtube. Arguably one of the best channels period. Camera work rocks, clearly research time is extensive, and all the other vagaries of living on a moving vessel. So reason for my comment is I saw the rental scooters? you were both using and I wanted to recommend the Magnum bikes Imax S1 scooter. I use it as an alternative to a disability scooter (lost my left leg) and I use it when I boat around in Maine and need to leave the boat to get groceries or libations ;). It does 30 kph easily and will do that for 10 miles at least. They foldup too. I have over 1000 km's on mine and it's still going strong. I cant help but think this could work wonders when you lads on are remote or somewhat remote moorings. Whoa is this long a comment allowed? Keep it coming lads you guys are great.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Cheers. The scooters are only on trial in Liverpool, totally illegal on any public land otherwise so no point buying or hiring.

[@easytiger652]

Have a great weekend all 👍stay safe all. Keep boating ⛵👍

[@thekatloaf]

The "ssh" followed by a faint ~sorry~ was almost as adorable as sleepy Otis. Also Shaun's shirt is very dashing in this vlog!

[@MrDarren251]

Hi boys that was fantastic. Seen parts of the water ways I have never seen and always wished to see. Loved it. 😍😍

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thanks, Daren!

[@andyrbush]

I love how your vlogs are 'chock-a-block' with action, wonderful photography/videography, and character.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thanks, Andy!

[@alistairball2736]

Job well done chaps…..much enjoyment…thank you 🤗🤗

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you too!

[@hughcarson6837]

Good to see you out and about with Rich and Fran. Great vlog as usual. Thanks Lads. Stay safe and well

[@FoxesAfloat]

Cheers Hugh!

[@sonnysurles]

The video and narration - just splendid. Love this!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much!

[@ruaidhrikathygill8833]

OMG I loved this so much. Watched it twice ! Colin’s description of the Wizard of Oz was hysterical. Great music and great video. Hello again Gorgeous George! I think I am in love with Stuart 😊. Thank you again for all your hard work. ❤️🤗

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bobreid3365]

35 seconds in I get a trainnnnnnnnnnnnnnn , good start to this sunny California morning 😀😀😀😀😀

[@FoxesAfloat]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@bobreid3365]

@@FoxesAfloat and in my home town of Liverpool too,,,bonus 👌

[@francishughes5205]

Colin. Your video skills are just simply brilliant. Such eloquence and supreme confidence. I know you’ll say the opposite but trust me, the video and music is superb. One of your best. I love the shots of Silver Fox’s bow, low on the water, fabulous, like a Viking raid. Thank you so, so much for a sterling film.

[@FoxesAfloat]

WOW! Thank you 🙏

[@Michael_Sheldon]

You guys do all of this so well. Cheers.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks Michael

[@AnnaSmith73]

I am feeling very homesick for Liverpool at the moment and seeing this made me cry. Thank you!! This was Awesome!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, sorry we made you cry! We love Liverpool!

[@keithevans9628]

Great guys, really enjoyed the trip with you👍😆

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much, Keith!

[@christineharmon2766]

And Colin, you handled this beautifully!

[@FoxesAfloat]

💜👍🏻

[@alans3023]

Really good video guys. A bit of history, a bit of travelogue, informative and fun. Keep making them.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thanks Alan!

[@heatherangellight8558]

OMG so I always sneak on and watch right away and then watch with my husband later. Well it’s been out 2.5 hours now and he just said “I wanna watch the boys!! Did you already watch?” It just makes our day and I love watching twice…. Once with quiet and then once with lots of comments and questions from my hubby. Yep, you’re the boys to us - own it!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Haha! Hope you enjoyed it 👍🏻

[@welshmanjasonpatrick8607]

That lot thing to visit Liverpool nice see Fran and rich nice people good time in Liverpool

[@FoxesAfloat]

Loved it

[@chefmichaelt]

Wow boys! It's a regular production, isn't it. Loving it, truly! No "lock down" issues? No pun. Damn BJ! Set my people free!!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

👍🏻

[@tlcrf80mins73]

Quality as always, gentlemen. Have a good week in Liverpool!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you!

[@chrisredding6673]

You left me in suspenders. The weekend starts 'ere. :-)

[@FoxesAfloat]

On a coat hanger? 🤣

[@madronmoss1066]

Amazing. Really needed your smiles today. Thank you. Stunning journey too!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thanks!

[@06stirland]

I've been watching these Vlogs from when you first got back on the boat and I've got to say, Colin your videography skills are incredible! The way these are filmed, presented and put together is just brilliant, you're a one man documentary machine! You and Sean would make a great double presenting team, compliment each other so well! Keep going guys!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much, Jay! x

[@Strutty1956]

Excellent video, guys! Really enjoyed this, as the Mersey crossing is on my bucket list. Loved your honesty, Colin, about how you felt - before and after. Totally watchable, as always.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much!

[@keithbranson4624]

We've really enjoyed the whole Weaver navigation series, and what an exciting finish. You know how to make a good "coat hanger" Colin and Shaun! Can't wait for the next vlog.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Next week is a banger!

[@keithbranson4624]

@@FoxesAfloat a big hug from us x

[@britz3864]

Lots of fun. Enjoyed this adventure a lot so thanks again from Canada.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@jules9303]

Fantastic top video thanks 😊

[@kipphelan]

Great episode. Like so often, the anticipation is worse than the actual event. Great idea to have Stewart on board. No guesswork and an oasis of calm. Enjoy Liverpool…it’s on my bucket list. Be well ...all the best...Chris 🇨🇦

[@FoxesAfloat]

Good point!

[@mv4463]

2 of my favorite narrow boaters in one show... got me on the coat hanger for sure...all 4 of you plus pilot... cheers...cheese & tea all around bar keep...

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍❤️🙏

[@lisadolan5888]

Wow! I loved that vlog I felt I was there too. Thank you. Have a great weekend.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Brilliant! Thanks Lisa!

[@rosemarieberry9804]

Huge respect Colin for facing your fears, and talking about your mental health challenges. What an Awfully Big Adventure! The hustle and bustle of the city will be interesting after your recent peaceful moorings.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Yeah. Love a bit of city life!

[@frankhiggins2295]

That brought back memory's ...sailed my boat from fidlers ferry under the Runcorn bridge down to Liverpool then over to The Isle of Man .

[@FoxesAfloat]

Wow!

[@PatBot]

Great to see you guys back here in Liverpool... Always welcome lads

[@FoxesAfloat]

We love Liverpool!

[@janwilliamson5533]

Wow what amazing vlog love liverpool. Love the music keep up the good work. 😃

[@FoxesAfloat]

Cheers Jan

[@palmermccall7309]

Fantastic! The substantial Silver Fox looks like a canoe on that wide water! Your videos are getting better and better all the time - always very entertaining and educational.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Wow, thanks!

[@av8npa]

Perhaps one day, this Fairy will cross the Mersey! I knew the song as a teenager when I worked in radio. Having grown up in the US (and back then Google was not even a flicker in one's eye), I had NO idea of the reference. So glad to see you boys making your journey - may it have no end!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Cheers, Andy! It's a greta trip 👍🏻

[@sdone7672]

Great episode this week gents, couldn't of asked for more favourable conditions, stay safe. 👍😎

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks 👍

[@lindaschwab8873]

Excellent video as always. Looked like fun. 👍🏻

[@FoxesAfloat]

Great time!

[@luisekahnt7387]

I think it's pretty normal to get anxious in situations that you can't control. Many years back when I was on holiday with my mom, we planned on going on a flight with a small airplane on one of those tourist flights, and I got so anxious I didn't want to go. But since I also didn't want to admit it, I convinced my mom to have a car free vacation (other than getting there and back obviously) and since that was the only thing we would have needed the car for we ended up not doing it. In hindsight I kinda regret not doing it as that is an opportunity that you don't have that often. I also think that this anxiety due to not being in control is why some people make horrible car passengers when they are used to driving the car themselves. Loved the vlog as always, especially seeing those big ships from your perspective and how big the river looked.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks, Luise! x

[@cheriefletcher6087]

That was an exciting trip.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@billydale9779]

Thanks to both boaters really enjoyed this 1 and not to forget captain Birdseye good job well done 👏

[@FoxesAfloat]

Many thanks!

[@donaldmackenzie2686]

I haven't watched this video yet, however, when I read the title I damn near spit my coffee out all over the place. Good one. Will watch later. Cheers

[@FoxesAfloat]

Haha! Thanks Donald!

[@gonegoozling9034]

Great video. Terrific timing on the shot of the geese taking off where the little hut was. It reminded me of the Ducks on Hilda Ogdens Muriel ;). Ian

[@davidmalone2580]

this is fast becoming my favourite youtube channel

[@FoxesAfloat]

Nice one, thanks, David! 👋🏻

[@michaelsinn2992]

As always guys superb especially with colin making it look as though he forgets what to say please don't stop. X

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks Michael. I’ll try not to 🤣

[@weddingsByJools]

im never going to be able to sing ferry across the Mersey again lol

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@debpartin8737]

I played on my clarinet

[@yellowrosek2146]

Such a thrill guys, another fab video. My ear worm for the day has settled in...thank you Gerry and the Pacemakers. Love it. Cheers xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Our pleasure!

[@watchviewer]

Well produced and informative

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you!

[@GeeGee135]

Colin, you looked apprehensively excited and it was good to see in comparison to the Ribble Estuary scenario which kind of got ME anxious. Shaun, the ever cool dude on the sea! Wonderful footage and, eh laa, good to have you guys back in good ole Liverpool! 🥳 xx 💕🐾

[@FoxesAfloat]

Yeah, love it here!

[@beehill1]

The camera/drone footage and music was amazing. As usual, another fantastic vlog. I’m glad you were able to experience the crossing guys! X

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much!!

[@christinegibbins6105]

Gordon Bennett lads, I though canal boating was a calm and gentle thing!!!!! All the excitement is awesome!!!! Just love it, thanks for taking me along. Take care.

[@occultlore]

"I fancy a bit of Watersports".....My thoughts first went to "you can't say that!" =D

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

Foxes are sailing with the big boys now! 😯 What a lot of "pfaff" you had to go through to get to Liverpool! Glad it all went well! Enjoy your stay in the BIG city! 💕🐶

[@FoxesAfloat]

Love it here!

[@allanscott7512]

Great filming and edit with super sound track - great film lads many thanks

[@FoxesAfloat]

Many thanks, Allan!

[@patriciajackson2565]

Stuart seems like such a lovely fellow and he did an amazing job piloting you guys. I was feeling nervous for you at times. So happy you had such a smooth trip!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Cheers, Patricia !

[@FireStormintheTARDIS]

What a journey!! Good job I was wearing my t-shirt today! :-D

[@FoxesAfloat]

Rock on!

[@prankman49]

I really love your vlogs. It's like you take us on board with how you film everything. Plus every week i have to go see my mum just so she can watch them too. She only watches yours and nobody elses. So a big thank you from the both of us.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, that's amazing! Give your mum a big kiss from us! 💜

[@russellatwell784]

Another great video you guys should have your own TV series your clips are that good keep up the great work best wishes from Australia

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hehe, they keep offering but we prefer to do this 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@fringedwellermccatintyre730]

Just finished Floating Our Boat, and hurried over here, as your two blogs are my favourite Narrowboat blogs. Much love & thanks...

[@FoxesAfloat]

I hope you enjoy!

[@andrewaway]

Liverpool is where the ship from Dublin took us when we emigrated to Canada. I was seven. Years later, well four years, my parents had gone out for the evening and I stayed up watching Ferry Cross the Mersey. Mum and Dad arrived home before the movie ended and they sent me off to bed without seeing the end. I just made the connection with The Mersey and Liverpool, 55 years later. Never too late to learn something. Thanks guys. ❤️

[@FoxesAfloat]

Nice one! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@angelarichards3588]

Sooner you than me. What an adventure. I'd be like ottis fast asleep on the bed with a pillow over my head until I was safe again. Well done lads xxx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hehe, cheers

[@Sa1gon10]

We loved this one as we spent some time in Liverpool during our travels in 2018. We stayed near the Docks (Albert Docks area) and walked all around the buildings and statues. We also took a “Ferry ‘cross the Mersey”, visited the Maritime Museum, the ‘Imagine’ exhibition at the amazing modern Art Gallery, and did a Beatles double decker bus tour around the city. Our other highlight was an evening at the Cavern Club, with a fabulous Beatles tribute band who played all our favourites! From Aotearoa New Zealand, thanks so much for the lovely canal trip this episode. Ron & Judy (Hey Jude)