Unique 'DIAMOND LOCK' you have to see! (Narrowboating on the River Avon at Wyre Piddle)

[@annetterobinson3465]

I live in the US and love watching your videos! I'm guessing that you stayed the night so that the cats could enjoy some outdoor time.

[@GregHartSk8er]

This video had a fresh feel to it, much better pacing and richness of content. Loved seeing the kitties.

[@wendi2819]

Her water colors are soooooo beautiful! Love you two.💖

[@narrowboatlongpod4176]

My uncle lives in Wyre (wire) Piddle. I fact, he has a mooring at the bottom of his garden but not big enough for a narrowboat. Assuming you go up the Severn, I was born in Upton. Mike.

[@Rovinman]

The history of Wyre Piddle, is thought to have evolved from Piddle Brook, Piddle referring to a small stream, and the former Celtic name for the brook being Wyre. There is a Brewery about 1.6 km from the brook, with such fascinating brews as: Piddle in the hole, Piddle in the wind, Piddle in the dark, and my favorite, Piddle in the snow ! I jest NOT ! (Wiki) Loving this Vlog ! Keep safe, 2 m distance, as you have a piddle ! xx

[@acerone10]

Thanks for sharing. Such fun.

[@vegandave4851]

Squirrel brush? I thought you ladies were kind. To get squirrel brushes they kill squirrels, I.E. it's part of the fur trade.

[@carycoombe3380]

I was going to comment about the info on the beers, too! You beat me to it. 😁

[@artistjoh]

Stuart Penketh Unfortunately the brewery closed in 2015 so the best named beer in the land would appear to be no more.

[@toddhurrell]

Of course you stayed, played with the kids and shopped! Love your style!!

[@chrisskelhorn5727]

Again, it was lovely to see your beautiful smiles girls! And toady we were joined by Lemmy, who now seems to have adopted us full-time! Big brother to Button, who's currently snoozing under the blankety-throw ting on the settee, and little brother to Pumpkin! He seemed to appreciate your video too! :-) Stay safe! :-)

[@DanielleWhite]

The mention of Tewksbury brought back a memory. It was the name of a residence hall at one college I attended (and where my room was for new student orientation.)

[@katherinekinnaird4408]

Oh now I'm saying it and giggling. Safe travels ladies. From Bakersfield California USA.

[@Scouse270]

OH I love a cliffhanger! Can't wait for the next video.

[@brodie2711]

Thanks, guys for a super Vlog, and allowing me to cruise along with you. As for the cliff hanger at the end, I suspect I know what you decided, what with your love of the kitties a chance to let them run free couldn't be passed. All the best ladies.

[@ilox11]

Thank you, you wonderful ladies, that was so interesting. Glad to see that you are all keeping safe and well. Enjoying your river travels.

[@jillski4000]

What a fabulous cruise.

[@SeanMcPhersonSenior]

Wyre Piddle - Famous for a beer "Piddle In The Hole"! Well, maybe not famous, but someone I ran into at Burning Man years ago had some they'd brought in their luggage. I wonder if they're still making it? I don't drink beer, so I wouldn't know even if it was served worldwide *grin* Another fun video, and yes, I'd not want to use the diamond lock singlehanded either. Hope the weather turned out to be good for the remainder of the trip without too much wind, and you had some nice moorings to ride it out (and some good places for the cats to safely explore). Thanks as always for the efforts in making the video and sharing your days with us!

[@MoosePantz]

I just love you two, and your videos are charming and beautiful. Bless you in all you do!

[@sharon2180]

Cats out for sure....shopping center looked very busy...Love your vlogs.

[@mrm4400]

From someone who also have kitty children.....my guess is you stayed over so your little ones could get out of the "house". 😁

[@drtydawg73]

a small set of binoculars might be handy for reading signs at a distance. :-)

[@Widestone001]

That's a really good tip, to be honest. :-)

[@SoItGoesCAL34]

I think you stayed and let the cats out to play as they were kept below for the day. Plus it is a marvellous opportunity to go shopping at a large ASDA store. Thanks for taking us along on your journey today.

[@mikegriffin4657]

Good film, brought back some memories, I got a nice 'piddlepot' from the Anchor Inn when we did the Avon in 1980, it flooded badly during he trip. Have fun.

[@elspethawake4541]

You let the cats out to piddle! Enjoyed your banter very much, fun video.

[@tonystanney3804]

As a canoeist during my youth, although I had a BWB license we were banned from locks (we had to portage around them and we played on the weirs. Narrowboaters can use the locks but weirs would destroy your boat. And yes.... of course I've taken my kayak through locks when no-one was looking LOL We would grab a rung of the access ladder and then move up or down the rungs as the depth changed. But I would never share a lock with a narrowboat! There's a slim chance that something untoward might happen crushing my boat and me! Stay safe girls.

[@katerh3198]

As usual - great editing and very charming

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@DonaldF73]

Back on the boat again doing what you do so well again .

[@dawndietz4654]

Just found your channel through watching David on Cruising the Cut. Love you ladies❤️. I will start at the beginning of your vlogs now and enjoy the trip🥰. Cheers from America.

[@ralphwest8156]

Stay put, cats out and off to Asda' ...lovely video' ...diamond lock was very interesting' ...and O saw mini Trolls too' ha ha ...take good care'

[@dwtalley]

One of the things that I, as an American, enjoy about the narrowboating channels is all the British place-names. Wyre Piddle is probably the most fun of those I've heard (so far) but Yardley Gobion? Preston Bagot? Such fun!

[@qwertyTRiG]

The diamond lock must use more water, but I suppose that's not as much of a concern on a river as it would be on a canal. I was reading about water gates recently. Fascinating. I'd love to see one in use, but I don't think there are any left.

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

good point

[@ianofsjkartwork]

I think you went to Asda did your shopping also let the cats out had a bite to eat then continued on your journey......that was a lovely & enjoyable vlog.....its been a pleasure travelling with you guys on the river Avon.......stay safe.....thanks for sharing

[@Booma69]

Cats win and shopping is always fun. Besides tomorrow may be a less windy day and a lot nicer for cruising. Take care and stay safe.

[@johnlomas7398]

There is also a River Piddle (sometime called Trent) in Dorset where you find the villages of Piddle Hinton and Piddle Trenthide.

[@juliaharris8751]

I vote for getting supplies in preparation for the days of heavy winds. Move on to Tewkesbury the next day if good cruising weather

[@kevinchiverton6429]

Being 2nd in command, the cats being the 1st, I guess they won the argument, and was allowed out for a wander and exploring 😀

[@ae-ribae6426]

Ahh kitties must have their explore and roll in the dirt. Plus, you can enjoy coffee and cake at Asda! 😋

[@marygriffin9388]

You stay and go on!

[@keithhunt3940]

Stay. Pershore is so lovely. Was there yesterday 22 Sept. have you tried the coffee shops the deli is nice. Coffee one. Good breakfast at the Angel.

[@Darklightbeam]

There's Upton Snodsbury, Peopleton and Crowle; North Piddle, Wyre Piddle and Piddle in the Hole. (Wyre = WIRE). There's a small brook called Piddle Brook that turns into the Avon. I'm glad you mastered the diamond lock. You won't make Tewkesbury before dark. And, don't forget on the way, to stop at The Fleet Inn at Tywning. There used to be a ferry there too. All the best, Gpx

[@allan9617]

Definitely stayed, and enjoyed the small park by the mooring and a Run around for Kitties and both of you. ( love to see that one ) lol

[@57629589]

Thank heavens for blue rope and diamond lock management. No piddling around here.

[@eamonfire]

Carry on Cruising with Kat and Annamarie! Brilliant! Not impressed with the paddle boarder who should have walked on the path rather than putting himself in danger. I reckon you'll answer the call of Tewkesbury and push on!

[@kirwanqueren]

i think you stayed. Looks like a lovely place to moor up and have some tea to warm up.

[@Kath1320]

Maybe it is different in USA, but we refer to the rear as the stern or the aft and the front as the bow or for'ard. Not trying to be a pain, but is it different in the UK? Right side is starboard and left is port, upstairs is topside and down stairs is below. Love you guys and meow-babies too.💖💕

[@reecefowell]

According to en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aft > , in naval terminology, is an adjective or adverb meaning, , when the frame of reference is within the ship, headed at the fore And according to en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stern > The is the back or aft-most part of a ship or boat In short, no. They have different meanings. It is not stated as a dialect thing on the Wikipedia, you were just misinformed by whoever gave you that information.

[@peterrice9800]

Another lovely vlog thank you ladies. Just for the record Wyre is pronounced "wire".

[@bruceshaw2402]

This brings back very distant memories for me I fished Wyre Piddle when I was about 12 or 13 ( over 50yrs ago) we called it " wire " piddle ,from my very distant memory there is also Upper Piddle and Lower Piddle obviously comedy gold 😁 . Safe cruising ladies.

[@johnallen148]

Hi ladies,great interesting video I guess you stopped the night and let the cats out and went shopping ,take care keep safe,John 🦔🦔🐿🐿🐱🐱

[@gregbolitho9775]

nice trip ty m8s, liked the trolls. the lawn mower was a surprise too. loved the white swans. ballarat [my home town has only got black ones [told you before did't i]! loved wyre piddle an all the other piddlers! better let david know though, he was at a diamond shape lock the other day [vlog watchin time] an it used to be a diamond, until somebody decided to 'modernise it' in the 50s or something. you all stay safe an well eh!

[@jeffreyweldon6903]

I predict that currently you are enjoying a relaxing afternoon at moorage, some casual shopping, followed by relaxing ashore with tea....then travels tomorrow...enjoy!

[@glynroberts1682]

Good vid enjoyed thanks 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@eirishemd]

You have gone in to Tewksbury! Lovely vlog as usual. Hugs

[@willar1338]

I think you must be in a children’s fairy tale. Armadillos grazing on the lawn and bushy haired trolls ;-). You had way too much fun with piddle, btw. My guess is you moored up to shop and let the cats play.

[@C64Queeg500]

Stay the night, go to Asda and give the kitties a break on the riverbank.

[@harveypost7799]

8:53 I finally figured out what ur driving at.wasnt much involved up from my post dinner nap..then comedic I get it...like don't piddle in the pool.

[@rogerbond7811]

There's a river Piddle in Dorset and a Piddle micro brewery in the area plus a village called Piddlehinton for good measure.

[@bonniesanford7762]

Love your hair color in the painting clip

[@DavidLasoff]

Okay, I saw the ASDA in the distance...very convenient and close...plus, you love your cats and will want to let them out...verdict? You're staying, I think.

[@lesleyjohnson7262]

Hi Girls, a question how do find the shops along the cut before you get there. I have to look once we are moored in Google maps. It would be good to have an app to plan ahead. Great vlog again. Always smiling 🤗🤗🤗

[@thetessellater9163]

I think you two are reverting back to childhood! In Dorset, there is a River Piddle,; the name also reflected in the surrounding villages.

[@leeclift4666]

I think you stayed in Pershore. Tewkesbury is a lovely town if get chance to explore. As your in the shire now its hobbits not trolls lol🤣🤣.More lovely shots of your trip down the Avon.Look forward to the next vblog. 👍👍👍

[@TheBoatingAdventure]

On my way to Tewkesbury on Monday then onto the Bridgwater and Taunton canal where I have booked a Cruiser as the canal is not connected to the network. Loving your river vlogs so informative. Take care. Alan x

[@pennywebb867]

Cats seem to think staying, at least long enough for a good explore. Stay, shop, chill. But I know how you are about wind which you said was going to get worse. And bc that location, while ideal for humans, doesn't look that great for worry-free cat meandering, I think you will press on. Take care, whichever you do. Very interesting trip so far. TFS.

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

Most of the dogs were on leads though, but you are right it wasn't great for them

[@Gaspode_]

Lol, the piddler's cracked me up :)

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

me too

[@hfraat25]

An amusing video.

[@nathanisip]

Petition to call it the Piddler Diamond! How do you pay out the lines when going down a lock? That diamond lock looks quite tricky, definitely a case study in convenience vs conservation. Love the use of archival material!

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

Oh my goodness I wish I had thought of that. so funny

[@TXTigresa]

I look forward to the day you do the Falkirk wheel. Now that is amazing to watch!

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

Can't wait!

[@Geeraffe]

the suspense of not knowing what your plan is...... if in doubt follow David by mooring the cut-one-week-of-the-year-cruising :)

[@sandbridgekid4121]

One day I hope to see you paint Lazy Days, with AnnaMarie and Kat painted tole, filigree, notions and flash painting like the old narrow boats, or even some the New. Unless that Dark Navy, near indigo is your choice. And since you're an Uren, you have hours and hours of time built into your last name. Its Dutch! You must be from a ancient clan of Batavian and New Hollandia pioneers!

[@hanskniezand2049]

My memories of Pershore involve a farm/pub which only sold draught cider from a serving hatch. It was known locally as The Monkey House. Tried to find it again on a recent trip, but no luck.

[@nelsonvictory1834]

Enjoyed the vlog ladies very informative and funny nice music and filming take care both of you and the cats thankyou

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@RetroRatz]

Gotta let the cats out 👍 lovely vlog. Happy cruising

[@northlincolnshirecountryma6981]

I do hope you stopped in Pershore it's a lovely place my hometown ! Unfortunately moved to North Lincolnshire when I was 12 due to dad's job ! Still have relatives there go on stay it's lovely Also keep your eye out for Toyah Wilcox she lives there and wanders round shopping etc !!!

[@duncanbridge1]

Hi guys. We’re chasing you down the Avon and finding your comments and warnings very useful!

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@57thorns]

One interesting thing about narrowboating: If you are to meet someone at a specific place in a week, and it might be a close call to get there in time, they are likely to be able to get to you by bike in less than an hour. :-)

[@artistjoh]

Wyre Piddle has to be the most interesting name in Britain as it retains both the Anglo Saxon name (piddle in Anglo Saxon meant a little stream, which is why it later got attached to a stream of urine) but the most fascinating thing is that the old Celtic name for the stream (wyre) was retained and survived the centuries as a joined name from two languages. There can’t be too many more examples of this kind to two language name.

[@robertdean3507]

Part of me says the cats won and they were let out to play, but the area is a little built up and the wind was going to be stronger so I opt for carrying on to Tewksbury.

[@bwghall1]

lovely loosestrife.

[@miketipping1583]

When was the last time you mowed a lawn any way, let alone the wrong way? Those robo mowers have been there at least 3 years so impressive that they're still working!

[@hilarygibson3150]

I do wonder about canoeists and SUPers, I dont think they understand how slowly NBs react. I'd be too worried to share a lock with such a fragile piece of equipment.

[@jeffporter9662]

Piddling around till the next day! 🤣

[@markbulla1851]

That diamond shaped lock is a lot trickier on the way up. If you’re not tied up well, the water coming in will crash you into the sides, back and forth. On another note, we also moored under the trees in the park in Pershore - we stayed overnight. We found out that they were chestnut trees, and the nuts kept falling on the metal roof all night! We didn’t get a lot of sleep!

[@paulroberts5677]

I think you stayed. A bit open for the cats, but after shopping and having lunch, Tewksbury is just too far. Tewksbury has a brill fish and chip shop. When I had the Porsche' I would open the roof, call at my wife's care home, they would lift her out of her wheelchair, drop her through the open roof and off we'd go to Tewksbury for fish and chips by the river. It was cool. Nobody knew she was disabled, just another lady in a Porsche' eating fish and chips 😁

[@jennybailey6842]

I think you will stay there and let the cats out! That diamond lock would be tricky for a single hander. xx

[@urbanimage]

I would have though letting the paddle boarder out first would be safer. Unless the thinking is that you won't see the paddle boarder in front of you and will run them down.

[@rogerbrown118]

the floods of Easter 1998 , i remember it well had moved with 100 yards of the river the December before

[@tomas5376]

The cats say stay please!👍✌️😊🙏🏼

[@davidhancox6946]

As i live in Pershore, i hope you stayed, All the best David.

[@mikemiles3068]

Great video❗️Being a native born Texan so many of the English names of Towns seem so strange to me but general gives me a chuckle and I wonder in bewilderment ‼️Who and how they came up with that name❓❓❓🤔🤗

[@vvmmuu]

Hi. I used to live in Worcester and work in Pershore. I remember going to Wyre Piddle with a gang of people from work one night. We went to a pub and I'm sure it wasn't the one in your video. But the highlight for them was in the car seeing my face when they asked me what town we were entering! By the way the locals called it "Wire" as in electrical wire. That was in 1985 so a lot could have changed since then and i think I recall that there were three of them, Upper Piddle?? and another. ALL the best. Ps. You stayed?

[@keithhunt3940]

Do you ever meet Dave from CrusingTheCut. It looks fun just going up and down the canal.

[@Widestone001]

They do, there is a video on his channel about saving the damsels or something. They were aground on something under the water and he helped them off of that. Unless it was another - I follow so many boat-tubers that I am starting to mix things up in my head xD

[@peterjackson7426]

Good one guys ❤️😊👍

[@vadmal5210]

Love your story 'bout jubilee bridge

[@yeoldfart8762]

My daughter and I watched this morning on the Telly. A nice float. I think that if I was called an S U P a rather crude remark about parentage would Follow and I very, very seldom swear. I now have to wake my daughter from her nap.

[@pastle2007]

I m guessing you both went to Tewksbury, "no Kats on deck!". After a spot of shopping, and being an Aussie, piddle is a great, funny, cat name for a cat that piddles every where but tin its litter tray. Here Piddle piddle piddle!! oh gosh darn where has my piddle run off to now, gets strange looks from nosey neighbors hehehe.

[@Droodog127]

Bob Ross Happy Little Bushes -- You Have to Fiddle With The Piddle Paddle at the Diamond Lock !

[@debbieeames5232]

Ok, I’ll play devil’s advocate. Off to Tewksbury and it’ll be even better there for the putntats. Hey Kath, in Wales is there a river Piddle that flows from Puddle to Poole? Deb from Oz

[@johnmac6202]

Great show and good information on the history, John In New Zealand , Kiaora mi...

[@TheNarrowboatExperience]

glad you liked it

[@briandufty5081]

Love from New Zealand. Xx

[@Vid-FX]

Thanks, I'd always wondered what a water gate was.

[@alan-sk7ky]

It's also the term for a fortified dock or landing stage (if it has one that is, Harlech castle in north Wales had/had one) of a castle beside a river or the sea.

[@LisaMarli]

Yep add me to the cats' play and shopping.

[@thetravellingcarpenter1621]

Surely it is better for the paddle boarder to leave out of the lock first like you did, their is more chance he could fall off in the wake of your boat?

[@prestonwhite1124]

I think you should start a line of seeds since you pass by all those flowers and plants...