Travels by Narrowboat - "A Better Vanished Time" - S09E01

[@PeterPanMan]

Aslan is puff-puffing along, Kevin's at the tiller, God's in His Heaven, all's right with the world.

[@midnightdreemz1509]

🫠 yes, all is well in my world cuz Kev and Aslan are ticking along just sharing the beauty of the canals. Safe travels and Godspeed Kevin. Smiling in Tx🇺🇲

[@MegaYosarian]

I think you are legally entitled to film anything you can see from a public place. Including houses

[@craig5477]

The sound of Aslan ticking along, your new intro song, the what & how of your commentary. Your ability to frame a scene and your choice of what to shoot. All these are the sights & sounds of an old friend coming back for a much anticipated visit. My relaxation factor has much improved thanks to your return. Cheers.

[@CountryHouseGent]

You're very kind Craig and thank you for watching.

[@thomasmackenzie7811]

Spot on!

[@Eric5615]

Ive been watching you for a long time now and I admire the way you took the plunge in canal boating

[@georgedes1622]

One of the best shows I've seen anywhere. I could literally watch these all day long.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Fabulous to hear that. Many thanks for watching.

[@jameslowe2979]

During lockdown I pretty much did!

[@georgedes1622]

@@jameslowe2979 Same here!

[@georgedes1622]

@@CountryHouseGent No no, thank you. This series kept me busy through the covid lockdown and it was really refreshing to see an area of the world in this detail that I would have otherwise never seen. We dont really have canal waterways like this in the U.S. so I found (find) this really interesting as well as relaxing. Also, your camera work is impeccable. Every time I want to look at something, the camera appears to move in that direction for me! Great Job on this, I hope it continues for another 9 seasons.

[@lavillablanca]

@@georgedes1622the Erie Canal In Pennsylvania I’ve never seen, but we have plenty of empty space To build Several canals.

[@dereksmith6126]

That butcher in the farm shop looked exactly like a butcher should! Great to see a new series kicking off - so envious - but so broke!

[@MERKAMGCLK]

YAY!!!! Welcome back Kevin and Aslan! We have missed you.

[@raytheron]

Ah, life is good again, Kevin and Aslan are on the canals and I get to enjoy vicariously the kind of life I would dearly have lived. Thanks for the pleasure of your company!

[@CountryHouseGent]

You're always very welcome Ray. Cheers,

[@steveallen5087]

Kevin, you make my heart sing! Thank you for your peaceful approach to life and wonderful times on the canals. 🤟😍

[@jrichterpost]

Kevin, You were the first narrowboat vloger that we started to watch. We branched out and added several others to our watchlist. You, however are still our favorite. I just watched this first of season 9, and it is terrific. Please stay well and keep up the good work. Cheers, Carol & Rick {ost

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Carol and Rick for your fine praise, and a big thank you for your very kind contribution. Awesome, cheers.

[@suzannebigbee7596]

Welcome back!

[@debraannis443]

Welcome back! We’ve missed you and Aslan ❤️🥰🌹

[@tonymarsh1369]

Great to have you back Kevin , and the first episode was great as always . And may I say what a brilliant new theme tune 👌

[@polluxsimracing3712]

Two kevs good stuff it makes crossing faster lol

[@cascobay7798]

Chug, chug, chug...so relaxing! ❤

[@shirleymassey9755]

Lovely video.Aslan looking good nice to see you travelling again enjoy the peace surrounding you.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Great to have you onboard Shirley. Thank you as always.

[@arnolddill]

This first episode of the new season gives a striking reminder of the fabulous audio balance you achieve on your vlogs. The evocative sound of the paddle ratchets at Colwich lock brings it all back. Perfectly recorded. Thanks Kevin. 👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

Wow, thank you Arnold. Much appreciated.

[@Brian-1948]

And the man comments on someone enjoying some whoopee as he passes under that particular bridge, excellent editing Kevin.

[@CountryHouseGent]

I deliberately kept the bit about whoopee and that bridge number a few shots apart, or I'd have been branded a pervert (possibly). 🫢

[@DebbieAllred3]

Made me chuckle.

[@richardseers]

Really enjoyed that Kevin, so good to have you back. Just as an aside, whenever you sound your horn I cant stop myself from smiling!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Richard. Yes the horn is very distinctive. 🙂

[@tracyruth4247]

I laughed because he sounded the horn just as a pretty lady was walking across the bridge 😄👌

[@philipjones9458]

Klaxon not horn.

[@theturquoisedream9244]

Awesomeness!!! And your new song is jolly good!!🤩

[@Cignets]

That song is nice. A real Jefferson Airplane vibe to it!

[@mikemontgomery48]

I Love the sound of Aslan. Kevin and Aslan helped me through some physical recovery times and it's always good to see a friend.

[@CountryHouseGent]

I'm delighted to hear that Mike. Hope you're fully mended now. Cheers,

[@terivancampen4570]

Love you welcome back.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Lovely to be back Teri, thank you.

[@polluxsimracing3712]

Awesome Thank you!

[@KansasHobbit]

So glad to see you are back and Aslan sounds wonderful. Looking forward to new adventures.

[@flossysmith7307]

Evening Kevin "our sunshine" that's the best half hour of telly we have watched in months - so many thanks. The first moments of sound of the beautiful engine that Aslan has, made us both sigh, it was like an old friend was visiting again. So Kevin, many thanks for your hard work and time, it is so appreciated by us "armchair" watchers. You take care Kevin and we look forward to seeing you both next week. All the best for now, Flossy & Jan x

[@CountryHouseGent]

Glad you enjoyed it Flossy and Fran. Yes it's great to be back. Cheers,

[@tr3vorb438]

Great to see you posting again. Your videos are among the few that I watch at normal speed on KZbin! 😊

[@DrMuppy]

Thank you for returning to the canals with another season of lovely scenery, charming narration and delightful ambiance. I have missed you and Aslan. Welcome back!

[@CountryHouseGent]

A pleasure to be back. Thank you, 🙂

[@martinjames9250]

@@CountryHouseGent I couldn't have put it better myself. 👍 Welcome back. 🙂

[@cathymosier119]

The sound of Asian "donking" along is so relaxing! We love your commentary along the way! AND think you could ABSOLUTELY do a "Narrowboat cooking" channel! Well DONE Kevin!!

[@abyssiniahenry128]

Whooo Hooo! New season. Here we go!

[@ianmacrae7727]

The Best narrowboat vlogger is back .. As the late great Leslie Phillips used to say in his quintessential upper crust accent ..Ding Dong !! ..

[@CountryHouseGent]

Very much appreciated Ian, thank you. 🙂

[@ianplummer9061]

Great to have you back..

[@CountryHouseGent]

Great to be back Ian. Cheers,

[@t-n-tew7468]

You and Aslan. It's like slipping on my most comfortable shoes or back into a comfortable recliner. Great to see another season and look forward to what you have in store for us.

[@sharonrimsza7960]

Another season of wonderful countryside. Traveling quite the list of canals. Looking forward to seeing and learning.

[@karenagundez5744]

Welcome back,. You've been missed. Love the new song.

[@rikkiharcourt3868]

Ah! Aslan’s tick tick engine again. Such a pleasure……looking forward to ‘23 now. Landscape, water, narration and a canal, who could want better.

[@aircomp]

Love the Rush reference! Cheers!

[@monrezee]

Every few videos I feel compelled to congratulate you on the best sounding narrowboat I have heard yet.

[@onedaymoreaboard]

The gentle chug chug of Aslan takes us right back to binge watching Travels By Narrowboat 2 years ago, when we decided perhaps this liveaboard life could be for us too! And 18 months into our new life we have no regrets whatsoever. Thanks for the inspiration Kevin 😊

[@Mainstayjay]

I found Travels by Narrowboat on Amazon just the other day and have binged all 6 seasons there and now I'm working on season 7 here on YT. I decided to skip ahead just for this episode. My family and I have been watching a few episodes together every day when time allows. We really enjoy seeing your life on the canals and hope to see you continue for a long time to come!

[@Lynette21122431]

Thoroughly enjoyed each moment of this beginning of season nine! Not only do I enjoy as lands engine sounds, I enjoy what you have to say about what you’re doing, what you’re saying, where you’re going, where you’ve been. It’s fab! And that bit about making whoopee, thanks for the chuckle!

[@Rovinman]

Sooooo relaxing, oooooh ! Did I dream it ? That lub dub dub, dub dub, of the engine. I must get out of the bath now, and dry my boat ! Oh, how I wish I were Kevin, eating Sausage rolls, and living the life ! EXTREME JEALOUSY here ! Love it ! Take care Kevin ! Stu xx

[@chrishobbs58]

Thoroughly enjoyed that CHG and a great start to a new season!

[@CountryHouseGent]

That's fabulous Chris. Many thanks indeed. Much appreciated.

[@gilesflaxton8250]

Just sat down with a beer and I spot a new episode. Excellent start to the evening.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Hope you enjoy, Giles.

[@paulturner7837]

I’ve been eagerly awaiting your new series and it didn’t disappoint 👍 it was a much needed tonic, watching it a second time now 😂 The farm shop got my stomach rumbling. Great vlog,thanks Kevin

[@debpartin6618]

I love the sound of the engine could put me right to sleep it's soothing

[@deacjansp2]

Well CHG is all splendid and spiffy with new music and fun video touches. Thanks Kevin, I’m loving it! Jan

[@andysmart2555]

Love the new theme tune ! Welcome back !!

[@cynthiagates583]

So happy to see you and Aslan back out again.

[@kentjwolfe]

Greetings from Florida. Wow, simply delightful episode. I really enjoyed hearing the history of Shugborough Estate, seeing the farm store and town. Nice to be back on the canals with you and Aslan. Your new opening tune is great! I'm really looking forward to season 9.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Many thanks Kent.

[@johnworboys6435]

Welcome back lve missed your wit and humour and your love for a decent bakery 😎😎😎

[@ms.butterworth7160]

So nice to see your first new season opener. Loved the new song along with the history. Anticipating all the rest in season 9. 💃

[@CountryHouseGent]

You're very welcome and thank you. 🙂

[@Nook747]

By the time we all watch this.....Spring will be sprung ( well, nearly )💐🥀🌻🌷

[@eddietate7533]

Always a pleasure watching you and Aslan navigating the UK canals.

[@tamaraross1106]

That was lovely. Beautiful scenery and the sound of Aslan… definitely a vanished time. Thank you for giving a look into it.

[@annjarvis9300]

Grand to see you and Aslan back cruising those sausage rolls looked good glad you enjoyed them tc of your self Kevin till next time all the best the oldies 👍👋🤗

[@deskullz7409]

Artfully-crafted narrowboat vlogs have returned to youtube! Congrats on Season 9, Kevin!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah that's fabulous to hear, thank you - and a big thank you for your gift 🙂 Nice to hear the videos referred to as art. I've always tried to create them with a more compositional and artistic approach. Cheers,

[@deskullz7409]

Having watched S1-S8 just since October, it's easy to see how your composition and technical skill evolved. Good on ya'! 👍👍

[@ogresstonefortress9425]

Yes!!! Can’t wait to dive in!

[@susanross5765]

Wonderful to have you and Aslan back. Thanks!

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

So glad to hear Aslan chugging along! Great to have you back!

[@gendigg]

Sooo good to see the travels are on again, wide open! You always capture the scenery so well. Thank you!

[@user-br2bf1hl6n]

Great to be back riding along with you Kevin. Love hearing the purr of Aslan, your calming voice, and just the sounds of nature. Such a beautiful country. Thanks for taking the time and effort to share with us your life style. Best wishes and safe travel, Deb

[@mbradfo31]

I was just cruising along past bridge 69 when I heard a couple folk having a wonderful time Aslan just chugged ahead straight in a line till the sound of their whoopie was far behind 😁

[@gnuckolls2310]

Lovely seeing the items in the farm shop. Like the upbeat new song!

[@marsexpresschipper7915]

Glad to see ya back and thank you for showing us your itinerary for this series. I'm so glad you're not one of those vloggers trying to create drama by saying which way will I go at the next junction.

[@2gray2care]

It’s good to see you and Aslan back out on the canals. Your new intro theme is a great way to start 2023! Here’s to season 9 and magnificent sausage rolls! Cheers.

[@SteveMikre44]

Season 9 was well worth the wait! Thanks Kevin...🇬🇧

[@FlyingScot]

Oh yeah..back on the canals again early in the year listening to a great new intro song and that unmistakeable throbbing clatter of Azlan. We have missed you Kevin!

[@jules9303]

Top video thank you 😊

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thanks Jules

[@georgesmith8113]

Hi Kevin! Always enjoy riding along with you. Looking forward to this season. Great video. Thanks! 👍👍👍👊😎

[@farmgirl2cr]

Thank you so much Kevin for taking us along with you. I just love your videos and you are a gem!

[@ThePtb1980]

Whoop whoop season 9..... just in time to watch while I make the kids spag bol!!

[@insiderguide2]

So good to see you back Kevin and wonderful as always to hear Aslan doing what she does. Looking forward to the rest of season 9, take care matey.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Great to hear that, thank you

[@richardhiggins3197]

Hello Kevin and Aslan, It was a great first episode of the new season. Thank you for letting us join you on your travels once again .take it easy

[@jameshallen007]

Some sanity at last!! Fabulous Kevin! Done so much alongside on the bike....

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you James. I bet at this time of year, some of those towpaths are hard going?

[@jameshallen007]

@@CountryHouseGent Quite!!! 🤣

[@davidgodfrey1815]

The sound is not just the chug-chug-chug, but a carefully edited sound track, GREAT work, glad to hear you back

[@jpdmanchester3226]

Any post that references the greatest Rush track of all time has to be worth watching - as they all are of course

[@jaynesparks9977]

Welcome back Kevin. You've been missed!!! I've just caught up with episode 1 and looking forward to your forthcoming adventures in the rest of season 9. Season 1 seems a long time ago now. I must say the film quality and editing in this episode is excellent. Thank you. Jayne.

[@galas1926]

Always glad to ride along Kevin and enjoy the view......boy those sausage rolls looked great. Cheers! 👍🙂

[@kertmustapha2367]

Good to see you’re back Kevin, I’ve missed your Vlogs. Very nice thanks for taking us along.

[@marionjohansson4235]

That farm shop is amazing.❤️

[@alex1967max]

Lovely Kevin. Many thanks

[@baronblimey]

Good as always. Nice to see you back......

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Andy.

[@deborahtaylor6165]

I love your new intro song! Good to see you and Aslan again.

[@micahedwards2960]

I could watch these episodes all day..the sounds of Aslan is soo soothing and Kevin is a good down to earth guy🏆... Cheers all the way from Savannah Ga in the US

[@tyrus0872]

Thanks for the ride.

[@christinemaker5656]

Welcome back Kevin. Brilliant, enjoyed very much. Lovely day for it. 😊

[@domhorton2894]

Thanks a million again Kevin for another wonderful video. Lisa and I have taken so much pleasure from watching all of your videos, right through from season 1, and we can't thank you enough. Please keep up the excellent work!

[@CountryHouseGent]

My pleasure Dom, thank you.

[@Cignets]

Nice to see you back!

[@rebeccadees2300]

Wish I was 20 years younger 😊! I would love to do a narrowboat holiday.

[@hildamary4098]

Welcome back Kevin … loving the start of season 9 and the new intro tune. Nice to see your twin brother back too 😁😉best wishes Helen Jane

[@Balthazar1963]

I have been eagerly awaiting episodes of season 9. Glad you are back at it Kevin. Thanks from backwoods Mississippi.

[@cherylmcmahan6292]

Really enjoyed the video!! Love the histories of the big houses 🥰

[@Rocky-hl6se]

I am so very excited for this new season! I have been looking forward to watching it. Cheers from Phoenix AZ!

[@holgers5216]

your narrow boat videos are definitely one of the best and I've watched a few. Keep it up ole chap!

[@larisal1500]

Welcome back Kevin and lovely hearing Aslam again & seeing you relishing a life of freedom. Live in Seattle area so love seeing the UK countryside and the long boat rich culture with people walking long the canals with their dogs.

[@ghostrider-gq7sk]

It is nice to see your continuing adventures back on KZbin I am looking forwards to viewing the rest of the season. Stay safe and well Kevin.

[@stevesrepairs5778]

Thanks Kevin, for taking us along on this beautiful cruise. Aslan chugs along sipping a bit of fuel , has solar panels and sounds fantastic, what more could you want? Those sausage rolls looked wonderful. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@stewartscales1564]

Kev it's very very nice to see you back my friend

[@monroe3004]

Vanished time - in the 1960s I was working the Midlands, around West Brom. The canals, in those days, were disused and basically used as dumping grounds. I remember thinking that there should be great opportunity for recreatation. A few years later I moved to Aus and forgot about it. A few years ago I was visiting family in Scotland, we looked at Forth and Clyde Canal, and saw how things had changed. Despite being a yachtie, I love watching various narrowboat channels. Nice one Kev.

[@bigjwiz]

Ahhh back to normality watching Kevin and Aslan! It’s one of our favourite obsessions! Welcome back bud!

[@jeremy5363]

So great to see the new season start! Your new intro song is Fantastic!

[@lisagarcia6314]

Oh it's lovely Kevin ! Season 9 is looking amazing. I can almost feel the crisp air. I do love it when you share the history of the area. It's so lovely. I cant wait for the next episode. Thank you Kevin