Travels by Narrowboat - "The Fingers of Blame" - S09E05

You join Aslan & I where we left off in the previous episode, travelling along the Coventry Canal and now just a few miles from Fazeley Junction, where I plan to moor for the night.
In no time at all however, I spot a boat in the distance scraping along the side of a bridges' archway, and heading towards Aslan in a manner that tells me the pilot is either inexperienced, or inept, or intoxicated - or all three.
Despite leaving ample passing room (more in this instance), contact is inevitable and later I'm reminded why I keep a tin of paint onboard for such ocassions.
I'm also reminded that far too frequently, people struggle to acknowledge liability for their actions.
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[@teasip]

You're way too kind pixelating those bawbags.

[@CountryHouseGent]

It's a sign of the times I'm afraid. If they were identifiable and were to see the video, the culprits would more than likely believe they were now a victim (like Will Smith) and attempt to sue. Sadly the way things are now, they would probably win. :D

[@teasip]

@@CountryHouseGent Well handled. No use shouting "knob head" like gentlemen motorists at lift bridges.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah yes, I'd forgotten all about that 'end of a bell'. 😆

[@fredmahar5431]

You're a kind man Kevin....I don't think I would have handled the situation as gentlemanly fashion....lol....I'm surprised the little dog didn't try to jump on Aslan....cheers !

[@jimmunro4649]

Never let Scum win

[@pamelakelley7072]

Kevin, I admire the way you handled that jerk. You're a role model for us all. On a lighter note, I think this is your best series yet! You are such a talented videographer/photographer. I also appreciate your perfect balance of commentary (witty/educational/reflective) and silence to appreciate the scenery. I especially love the new theme song! Thank you!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Pamela, that's great to hear that. Was just thinking the other day how this season has a different feel to it. More personal in some way.

[@leswallace2426]

Well said, he is really good at that balance, bloody good film maker by any standard.

[@craig5477]

I too am really enjoying this trip.

[@robh69]

I found out a bit more about 'Forget-Me-Knot'. It's not a hire boat, but part of a boat share scheme (easily found on google). Basically a narrowboat timeshare. A lovely looking boat, save for an ugly green smear down the port flank! As such, one can imagine that there isn't a hire boat base to give any basic training to novice boaters.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah now that is interesting, Robin. Yes it was a fine looking craft, just not for much longer being treated like that. Wonder what scraping it down the side of the bridge did to the roof edge and gunnels.

[@robh69]

@@CountryHouseGent It's berthed in Fazeley, so you likely encountered Captain Kangaroo's maiden voyage.

[@thetattyman8859]

@@robh69 Thanks Rob for pointing this out - it is a shared ownership boat built by Hexagon in 2010. The owner died and it was bought by a syndicate and based at Fazeley - my alarm bells started ringing when Kevin mentioned bow-thrusters (and I couldn't recall any hire boat operators near that spot). As someone who has followed Kevin from the start of his ventures, I'm really disappointed to see him making this lazy mistake and spreading such ill-will towards hirers.

[@larsen8059]

I wholeheartedly agree with another; you are a wonderful role model. Thank you, for not only sharing your UK canal adventures, but for showing a lot of 'grace under pressure', an honest, often ironic and humorous take on life as we know it, along with a kindness and respect for others that this world needs a lot more of. Enjoying the new season from Pennsylvania, USA. Stay safe, Kevin!

[@alfredschiess3150]

I love what you said towards the weather conditions everyday !! Thank you !! You are spot on "it's weather" I love it! Your speaking to the truth .don't worry about the haters ..common sense

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Alfred. My motto is say what you believe to be true and never apologise for it - unless it turns out you were wrong. ☺️

[@marisav1210]

Sorry about your boat. You handled it well. And…I appreciate your opinion on life.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Thank you Marisa.

[@GodsGiftDaily]

Think we can all agree that Kevin was at his 'stoic' best today...😊

[@frozenbbfan]

Your first encounter a drunk boater I think? You handled it better than I would have :)

[@CountryHouseGent]

Indeed Jeff, I find all manner of suitable cutting remarks come to mind for me, and usually about 15 minutes after the event. :D

[@craig5477]

@@CountryHouseGent you do that too? I sometimes find myself dreaming up a response to an action that occurred many years ago …. Oh, well

[@scottbarry62]

A lot better. I would have turned the boat around and employed ramming speed.

[@mikehurley5052]

@@scottbarry62 I would have met him at the next lock.

[@urbanfox53]

I could not believe that moron giving Kevin the finger as though it was Kevin's fault.

[@kipphelan]

Really good episode. Speaking as an admitted Montreal curmudgeon I would welcome your input at our coffee shop meeting and even pay for your latte. I might even pull out my twelve string. Really good episode with a perfect balance of landscape and sensible commentary. Your pet peeves are shared by many and your handling of idiots on the water are far more moderate than mine. The weather here is just about at the point that I can take the cover off my 35 year old bow rider and see if I can get another season out of her….something about gimble bearings and bellows gasket. Ah well….looking forward to your next ...all the best...Chris 🇨🇦

[@polluxsimracing3712]

And to be honest your handling of the situation with calm and cool demeanor is why i love your channel! Peace

[@TerryC69]

Hi Kevin! Well, I see that the poor driving is not limited to the motorways. LOL! I could not agree with you more on both the loss of rural and wild areas, and the climate bit. I'm always glad when a new video comes up. I've become quite fond of watching and following your adventures these last few years. Cheers, mate!

[@geoffreygoodyear3746]

Hooligans on the canals!!! We must be in the end of days😅🤣......funny how the met office never predict the chem trails either!😅...thanks for the great vids...👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

Indeed, it's right down to canals now, Geoffrey. 😐 Shhhh, don't give the Met Office ideas.

[@patbrandow5852]

Thank you, Kevin, for putting those pathetic palookas behind you and turning today's journey into an oasis. Sadly, you are so right about many people not even realizing the negative effects of the way we live our lives--or don't live them. Thank you for not being one of them. Cheers!

[@CountryHouseGent]

I try my best Pat. Not always easy. I think the secret is to not let them spoil your fun. As you say, forget and move on.

[@richardhiggins3197]

Who knew you can hire boats with a massive Anchor. 😊 another great episode Kevin thank you 👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

Yep Richard, you don't have to be a master-boater, but it helps. Cheers,

[@stuart4024]

I couldn't have put it better myself😂

[@Lynette21122431]

As the saying goes, you’re a gentleman and a scholar, Kevin. I’ll add a ready-on-the-spot handyman who’s a fine songwriter/musician. While I’m singing your praises because I choose to do so not because I’m sucking up, I must add your cooking is top notch, your as-it-happens audio and videography is always followed by excellent editing. You’re highly entertaining as well, and I’m so glad you’ve made this new series! Watching that dog have a blast chasing up and down on the towpath beside you and Aslan proved a big treat for me over here in Portland, Oregon. Thanks for the bit of preview for what’s next. See you soon!

[@NonLinearArts]

Kevin, you are such a good citizen. You even repaired the damage to Aslan done by those disrespectful boaters. I'm really enjoying season 9. The first episode discussion of an historic spot was lovely. You are resiliant!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Fabulous to hear that Lindsay, thank you. I agree, this season feels more personal somehow, complete with many ups but a couple of downs to come. 🙂

[@richardwhipple3522]

Kevin, as always you are a delight. It is so wonderful to hear how closely our climate issues are in tune - though we are an ocean apart! Please keep it up dear man!

[@colinmaxwell4738]

Totally agree ❤

[@isabelnecessary9416]

Agreed - 100%

[@woodyjenny6353]

Outer and inner 'ouch' pain and disturbance for you Kevin and Aslan, sorry to see and feel, ever increasing sad and low vibrational souls these days, we are the rich ones.

[@CountryHouseGent]

It's a constant exercise and education in remaining on an even-keel mentally and spiritually, when encountering 'interesting' people.

[@therebel4332]

The idiot middle fingering should be sent back to where he belongs and thats the council estate. Should not be on the canals ffs.

[@jeffreymorreale7223]

Would have been interesting watching if you were able to film the rest of that dude's day. I can't imagine the mayhem. I think you should be nominated for sainthood

[@CountryHouseGent]

A documentary? 🤔 I'd be up for that.

[@convivator]

You sir are correct! It is our life.

[@strat10101]

Totally agree with your comments re BBC weather reporting. Fear fear fear!!!!

[@lisalennon498]

I hear you Kevin. I acknowledge your subtle nods to the agenda, some of us have the ears to hear it. Happy boating and thank you for your great videos ❤️

[@CountryHouseGent]

You're very welcome Lisa, thank you. Agreed there is this curious tendency to just stick your fingers in your ears and go la lal la la. :)

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

What an absolute d1ck I’d be calling the hire company and letting them know, at the very least for the potential damage done to their boat (and to yours). Good on you 🙂 Thanks for sharing your adventures. 🙂🐿🌈❤️

[@sonyaweaver9207]

Happy St. Patrick's Day Kevin! I have a name for people who behave badly and refuse to take responsibility for their actions. It's ASSHAT! I work in customer service and encounter them sometimes myself. 😊 Hope you have a great week!

[@CountryHouseGent]

And to you Sonya. 🙂 I used to run a self-catering holiday home. Some would break things and would get quite nasty if you suggested they paid for it. All very weird. 🤔🙂

[@sonyaweaver9207]

@@CountryHouseGent sounds like when my kids were small and something would get broken....amazingly no one knew how it happened...so I started saying it was the family ghost. 🤣

[@sherrydenny4744]

Husband and I always enjoy your videos and we absolutely agree with your comments on the weather. It is just weather!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah but our weather is 'special weather' now, Sherry. :D

[@stephengardiner9867]

I follow several narrowboat vloggers and occasionally there is a "conjunction" . Today it was a "Fazeley conjunction" with Aslan and Chugabug prowling the same waters (although the vlogs were done months apart). Reminds me of the time I watched two narrowboat vlogs where the boaters passed the same "porcelain throne" beside the Coventry Canal at bridge 14 (I think...). The vloggers were travelling in opposite directions and, of course, the vlogs were done months apart BUT the same majestic biffy viewed in all its glory twice, literally an hour apart. Perhaps the companies that hire out boats should shine a torch in one ear of some of these boat renters just to see if there actually is something in there that will prevent the light from exiting the other ear unimpeded! Those fools were probably "half in the bag" already (not a good thing when they are witless to start with!). As the saying goes..."you can't fix stupid"...it eventually fixes itself... one way or another...

[@arnolddill]

Little tip Kevin. When opening bottom lock gates - cross to the far side and open that gate first, then step across back to the towpath side and open that gate. It Saves walking up to top gate to cross. Cuts out walking the length of the lock twice 👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

Indeed Arnold, bit of brain fart on my part there. 🙂

[@arnolddill]

@@CountryHouseGent No problem Kevin, we all suffer from a “one off”. (Me more than most nowadays). It’s just nice to see folks adopt the old boatmen’s ways. They knew what worked best. I know your in no hurry and you’ve got all the time in the world. It’s just efficient working that’s all.

[@narrowboatdays]

I won't be forget-me-not in that boat...🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@smittysmith3227]

Five years following you and Aslan and always looking forward to your next video vlog. Cheers and clear skies my friend from Castle Rock Colorado”🏔😁👍🏔

[@CountryHouseGent]

Indeed Smitty, I recall you were there pretty much from the start. 6 years in May. How did that happen? Cheers 🤗

[@lisagarcia6314]

Thank you Kevin! Another episode with history and wisdom. The beautiful scenery was the icing on the boat. Hopefully you encounter a boater with more experience in the future. As always I enjoyed it very much.😊

[@CountryHouseGent]

A pleasure as always Lisa. Thank you.

[@dimpsthealien333]

Agree 100% Kevin. Unfortunately, the sheep are asleep 😴 💤.

[@craig5477]

I noticed that the guy on the boat that crashed into you was holding up both hands saying “ Your number one”. Well, at least he recognized talent. 😮 I agree about the weather. There is a segment of politics that seems to create artificial emergencies so they can be seen as being “aware & on top of it” so they can come to the rescue - whether we need saving or not. 🥴

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah, a fan do you think, Craig? 🤔🤗😁

[@arkansasboy45]

You are exactly right. It's just weather.

[@outandabout5247]

Kevin, you are the voice of reason, fresh air when I talk to people who DO realise it! Keep on doing what you're doing!

[@tonymarsh1369]

As always thanks for posting Kevin.

[@kevinadams9627]

Just in time for Lunch at work! Thank you CHG! Makes for a perfect Friday!

[@Acapulc941]

That theme song continues to please, Kevin. As for the careless boat driver who was bouncing off of things, including your boat, I hope that each of you who were struck by him reported it to his employer. The various decorations along this route were amusing, including the blowup guy leaning against the tree and the drawings in the tunnel. I really thought you were about to have a canine visitor. Keep up the excellent work. Leigh, Texas

[@CountryHouseGent]

Great to hear you enjoy the tune. 🙂 Yes it is refreshing to see how people decorate their boats in often unusual ways. No end of variety amd individuality.

[@MrOmeyer]

Thank you for the video. Best wishes from norway

[@ken0272]

Love the use of the noun 'Chesterfield sofa', we used to use that term in Canada to describe any couch or sofa, but it's dying out now, I know he's using it correctly, but it made me feel nostalgic.

[@JamesWester]

You're a better man than I am. There's no expectation of privacy in the open, so I wouldn't have obscured his face. "First timer" is one thing; being obnoxious after causing an accident is the point at which he should be shamed. (The irony is that the boat was called "Forget Me Not.") Still, it's good to see your recent shows. Enjoyable as ever.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Sadly the way society is now, if he was identifiable and saw the video, he may (like Will Smith) claim to be a victim and sue (like Will Smith). Pitiful.

[@wendycrooks875]

You handled that t**t very well, better than we would have done. Listening to the other boaters and what they saw, that boat should have been reported to the hire company or CRT. Next time, it could be a lot more serious!

[@elizabethmaybrown6715]

Hi Kevin, so nice to hear the soothing sound of Aslan's engine 😊 like music to the ears. You are right about politics they are causing severe problems with mental health and the weather forecast was always given in a calm and peaceful tone when I was a kid too, I don't bother now to take any notice after Michael Fish denied the hurricane in 1987, the night sevenoaks became one😢 happy travels

[@sandihandi7831]

I agree with you Kevin, on allot of stuff actually. The weatherman gives more or less a dooms day forecast involving MILLIONS AND MILLIONS of people in the path of a "destructive storm" that hasn't happened in 30-50 years. Well, that may be true, in some places. But I can remember when I was a kid, blizzards, feet of snow, floods and storms in the spring, hot summers, etc. It's always happened, just not every season/year. I do believe tho that we are destroying our planet with toxic chemicals, plastics, oil, air & water pollution. We need to clean it up NOW because this beautiful blue planet won't be fit to live on. Didn't Steve Hawkins tell us "we better be finding another habitable planet to live on because we are killing this one". Or something like that. Hey , take care out there and keep an eye out for those crazy first time boaters.

[@KevDYAD]

Ooo, new video, yippee

[@CountryHouseGent]

Cheers Kev. A new episode every Friday for Season 9. :)

[@theturquoisedream9244]

​@@CountryHouseGent Friday's are gonna be awesome!

[@jollietalvarez8560]

I would like to make a observation I personal like you going up and down the canals that is very interesting peaceful the same canals it doesn’t matter it’s all lovely you dont even have to change things up just the idea of the tranquillity of going down the canals Kevin is beautiful❤

[@CountryHouseGent]

Fabulous to hear that Jolliet. Many thanks,

[@conniemckenzie1136]

As you said Kevin, not the prettiest stretch of canal. But there were a few nice spots. And you gave us some interesting bits of information along the way. A pity about the cowboy boater. There’s always one, as they say. You touched up Aslan very nicely, however. Look forward to the next episode. Love from Connie. 😀

[@thoughtsonnarrowboatingwit3882]

Got stuck in the first lock on the T&M coming up from Sawley back in 2021. Doubled up with a boater,not realising he was pissed! ‘Weekend Warrior’s’ on the Canal’s? An absolute nightmare. Long story short, his bow got caught under one of the locks cross beams whilst the lock was filling, the prat lost control and unhinged the lock gate! CRT we’re not happy. Glad you took that advise at Fazeley Junction, those yards on the other side of the tow path are well noisy! Say hello when you come passed Mancetter Marina👍🏼

[@CountryHouseGent]

Wow Nigel. Yes I can imagine CRT were more than a little p****d. Getting a 5 ton lock gate back on it's spindle requires hiring a crane (or a huge crowbar) and ruins several days cruising for everyone else. Bet the drunken guy thought he was in full control of his faculties?

[@charlesebyjr2925]

Kevin you remembered the tour of Fazeley Junction, thanks, I kept waiting for the dog chasing Aslan to jump in the water, now that would be epic, cheers, Charlie from Pennsylvania 😂

[@dexterfitben]

Nice commentary...enjoyed that.

[@MartynDuerden]

It’s not politics, you are right, it just helps folk pigeon hole it, ignore it, and pretend it isn’t destroying our way of life.

[@Debba521]

Shame about the boob noob and his finger happy stooge. But good on you for taking the high road and not giving them both heck. Nice you had a bit of paint on hand to touch up. Kevin, I do believe it's time for a cookery vlog 😁. Stay safe!

[@shawnsalazar5416]

You are right about the climate thing.

[@WildCaptures]

Still at work I’m saving it for the big screen 👍 Happy Friday Kevin🍻

[@sherrypicciano8920]

It's just weather. Amen

[@Stevenspielburger]

Another slice of extreme relaxation. Love your content CHG (and Aslan). The inept cruisers were a right pair of Herberts

[@jeremyyaple8498]

I watched a very similar thing happen going to Chester this past summer. Old bloke and his wife hopped into a lock with us just a short distance from the hire boat marina. The man “training” them had his hands full. I’m not sure the old bless should have been driving at all. I managed to help him get the boat into the lock next to us without smashing up our hire boat. We left first, and as we moved along at tick over past many moored boats, I looked back to see the old bloke racing towards us without a trainer anymore. He almost smashed into the back of us but hit reverse at the last minute and then hit every other boat in sight! Hours later, we were moored up near a popular pub for the night and he came around the corner and smashed HARD into several boats. In total, he scratched up a half dozen boats just in that encounter, and continued on his way. I less blame the hire boater and more the hire company. Some simply don’t give enough on board instruction and they should ultimately be liable. While it was nice, and also litigiously viable, for you to not show the faces of the twats, I’d think it okay to discuss the hire boat company itself. On our very first hire boat experience, we stupidly rented a 67 foot long behemoth in Trevor Basin, on the LLangollen!(I know how much you love the Lllan:). The bloke training us gave us 1.5 hours of instruction on how the boats systems worked. He asked us about locks. We mentioned we had watched some guy on KZbin(You) do it so how hard could it be? He stayed on the boat for about 15 minutes, which was halfway across the pontcysyllte aqueduct. He got off and walked back. On the other side I had to steer almost for the the first time! I was certain I was going to have a heart attack the first day. Miraculously, I never hit another boat the whole trip. The sides of the canal, yep! Still though, I’m amazed at how little instruction one is given at first. Now on our 6th hire journey, I’m fairly handy at it, for a hire boater:)

[@stevesrepairs5778]

Thanks Kevin, for taking us along on this great cruise apart from the people on the hire boat that appeared to have no operating brain cells. It's terrific stuff "hammerite" smooth, I used to use it on a couple of old bike frames and it did a great job. Some of the gardens at the back of the houses were brilliant. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@CountryHouseGent]

Always have some in a tin cos you just never know, Steve. Used to paint motorcycle frames with it. Tough and a pretty smooth finish with care.

[@petem977]

Trading Paint at 3.5 mph and a two finger salute Kev !! 😡where's a winding hole when you need one 😤

[@paulbauswellsr3296]

Sorry about your boat, I would have expected that kind of attitude here in the states. But I was some what surprised seeing it there. But you had some paint, I thought that was cool. I like your Harley Davidson mug, I once had a Harley. It was a 1977 XLCH 1000, kick start only. I got in some trouble with it. So I had to let it go. I am 66yrs old now and blind in my left eye, that took away my sense of balance. So now that I've enough sense to ride, I can't. 😢I agree about people freaking out over the weather. Its going to be what its going to be, just deal with it. O by the way I am a new subscriber, I really enjoy your channel. Thanks for the ride.

[@toniporter8888]

I like watching you when I am getting ready to sleep. Your motor puts me to sleep.😅

[@gendigg]

Oasises... Hehehe... Great canal journey once again. Thank you!

[@richardjensen6753]

I think I'd have to go see if he could still tread water in the canal with 2 broken fingers. I would also get ahold of the hire boat company and let them know where all the damage on their boat came from. For some reason I've got a mental picture of a walrus trying to pull itself up out of the canal. Thanks! From Kansas!

[@Brian_Hoover]

Always look forward to your videos!

[@sharoncampbell206]

"Nice meetin' ya, too". We say that all the time here, in Ky. Shows our roots, doesn't it? (We really say, "Duddin' it". I love that!

[@beastman.330]

That's where i ride my mountain bike .from tysley to the fort shopping centre. I might have seen you on the way because I've been going down this route for over 20 years.

[@Elizabeth-tb5oh]

Camera became a dash cam. Ended up getting documented. You’ve come across other dodgy characters and are always so patient. Well done.

[@whiskeyrivercarolina]

I am so sorry that happened to you and Aslan. 😢. Otherwise I enjoyed the rest of this episode. Love to listen to you talk 😊

[@raytheron]

Ah, Hullabaloos (for those who know their Arthur Ransome), the bane of the world, they be. And resorting to prattery is only to be expected from a prat, innit? Lovely video, as always, Kevin. I really like the bits and bobs of everything you share with us, oh wise one.

[@alanwheeler3309]

I live in Tennessee in the USA. My ancestors were from England and I really enjoy your videos of the countryside there.

[@tayevanmerlin5881]

I am grateful it was only paint and no more serious damage was done. Considering it was industrious in the past, they are showing some reclamation even if unintentional.

[@Whitty-zs5yl]

I’ve enjoyed walking that stretch of the canal with the granchildren.

[@mickstupp6300]

It looked like that dog was doing the canal equivalent of chasing bike tyres! Lovely vid as usual.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Yep he was maaaadddd. Could run like hell as well. 😳

[@bobx2387]

Kevin.... Reckless boaters... You are right about Met Office etc. Our freedoms are ebbing like the tide at the end of my road.... wise words and you are great company. Keep at it . Bob.From a dank and drizzly Weston super Mare

[@kathleensmith9307]

Are there no canal police to deal with careless drivers? Poor Aslan. You made me literally lol with your priory tale. 😂 Thank you for another Saturday journey into your peaceful world. ♥️☘️

[@CountryHouseGent]

There was recently an article about police in Britain 'persuing' a stolen boat along the canal, by walking along the towpath. An officer did say it was the slowest and longest chase he'd ever been involved in. In the end, they just waited until the genius onboard arrived at a lock and nicked the guy. :D

[@52memor]

NO !!!!!! blame the guy with a wheelbarrow😂

[@stephaniealexandra5142]

Crazy rude (possibly drunk)hire boat "driver"! They should have watched your first season as an example of how to cruise the canal with due care, attention and respect for other canal users! Great episode as always, thank you!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah fabulous Stephanie. Yes I agree, an episode or two to point him in the right direction.

[@simulationsteve2888]

Absolutely love this! Found you on amazon prime few months ago now I find myself buying my own narrowboat!

[@Nook747]

Cool !! Happy boating

[@simulationsteve2888]

@@Nook747 shes a working progress my boat but can't wait!

[@Nook747]

@@simulationsteve2888 well.good luck for the future 👍

[@CountryHouseGent]

Yes, happy boating Steve and enjoy the works to her. Have fun. 🙂

[@kplante7881]

Nice video…. Thanks for sharing!

[@Ivansgarage]

That was a nice cruise today...

[@daredreamerafloat9078]

As equal to the fact that those two were colossal bellends, is that you are a certified top geezer of legendary status. Cheers, Kev - as enjoyable a watch as ever.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Ah you are so kind. A legend hey? I can live with that. Cheers,😎☺️

[@theturquoisedream9244]

Well I'm happy. Some Aslan and CHG!!! Very yay!!! Hope ya cooking something cause I be missing your recipes and cooking instructionals. And once again your new tune is fabulous!!!🤩🤩🤩

[@Monkstantonman]

Hi Kev, you are 100% right with your comment about weather. Bloody ecco-warriors. Kev

[@galas1926]

That boat held a couple of jerks...that's for sure. Thanks for the ride along. It's always nice to see somewhere different. I never know what I'm going to see on some of these boats or along the canal by the houses. 😅. Safe travels and cheers!

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

You were the better man. Nice you were. Love seeing the canals as always.

[@ivantsanov3650]

Outstanding

[@keithpayne1161]

He needed a "good hiding" as we say in sowf east London 😊

[@richcolgate8929]

Great vlog bud 👍👍

[@dcranfield9164]

Thanks for the lift Kevie. Loved it!

[@meruliouslacrimens5154]

I have no doubt "They/he" would have a different opinion, if on returning to his car after his hire finishes, he found somebody had crashed into his car and scratched it all down one side. We now what you think of him and thoroughly agree.

[@pamelaselmer3270]

Kevin loved your vlog…. We just love watching your travels… Stay safe and warm until next time…. Pam and Patti in Wisconsin

[@fatbloke1953]

Hi Kevin, when you are Polesworth way again there is a cracking Indian resto/takeaway above the Bulls Head pub close to the canal bridge. Give it a go and I don't think you will be disappointed. Also knowing that you appreciate a nice 'growler' try the butchers in Braunston village. Keep up the good work, all the best Chris.

[@MaritimeFox]

A great video. I saw a few pals in this vid too. I took this route back in December, so it's interesting to see it through someone else's eyes. I was frozen in by the Co-Op at Glascote. It was a real life line. Sadly, the local gentry took it upon themselves to throw branches, rocks, bottles and cans onto the frozen ice.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Hi. I saw that a lot during the last freeze as well. Dumbasses don't realise or care that when it thaws, it all drops to the bottom until some poor saps propeller comes along. 🙄

[@user-br2bf1hl6n]

What a nice ride Kevin, thanks for sharing. Deb

[@jameshallen007]

Well said Kevin!! I've known for a long time how switched on you are! 😉

[@CountryHouseGent]

I appreciate that, 'message received' 😉 I try to keep these things subtle and hope it's understood.

[@steveweave2797]

Excellent episode Kevin!! All that drama kept the tension up throughout the episode.... How much did you pay those blokes? ROFL... BTW, talk about any subject you want, it's your show afterall. Lovely to cruise along with you and Aslan, on a gentle day, and with all the fans giving you a wave... perfect. Cheers, from Tennessee, USA

[@teenasmith7660]

I am from Australia, so I wake up Saturday morning to watch your next episode. Love it as always. Keep it up. Love watching you .

[@jamesabbott9301]

Hope the paint shows up on the hire boat, and they pay for those damages.

[@petermaas4455]

Hello, I found your channel last week. Thanx for your vlogs!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Welcome aboard Peter.

[@robenblakey8236]

Wow...crazy hire boat folk! You took it well. I enjoyed it! I'll be in Scotland visiting for the 1st time next month, being a tourist! I'll be thinking of you. Cheers!

[@jamesfoley6555]

Thank you🙏✝️🙏