WARNING: We've got problems... and they're gross.

Some gross boat jobs and a Birmingham weekend

[@suzie5772]

You are not boring, it’s so lovely to watch the realities of a canal boat family. You are so charming. Thank you for being you ❤

[@suzieq2958]

Totally agree! 😀

[@chris-cole]

Exactly this! Well said!

[@stevecarter911]

We are visiting the UK from Lexington KY USA, and while in Manchester I realized, we were a short train ride from Macclesfield. So I asked my wife if she was up for a short adventure to see if we could find Holly the Cafe Boat and have cake and coffee. The Taxi said he knew right where we needed to go, but after dropping us off we discovered we were three miles down the canal. As we were walking we met this lovely lady who gave us a history of the area, and show us the way to the Cafe boat. I briefly meet Joanna, and we ordered the Raspberry lemon cake and the Double chocolate cake, both were wonderful. As was the cappuccino as well. I would encourage you to visit whenever you are in the area. Thank you Vic and Joanna. Keep doing what you all are doing. All the Best

[@HollyTheCafeBoat]

It was great to meet you! Thanks for coming out of your way 😁 enjoy the rest of your holiday!

[@chris-cole]

What kind of ticket inspector wouldn't allow you to occupy those seats as a family if they're not being used?! Meanie! I mean you'd always offer a lady and child a seat, right? Shame on them

[@lesleybrown-ct4hi]

Dont stop, you are not boring. You beat anything on the tv by miles :)

[@lacyoflittlerobincottage1403]

Never sell yourselves short. Out of all the other KZbinr's we could see at the luncheon, frankly you're the only ones we'd cross the street to say hello too. The majority of them are either whiny, self-involved, always stressed about something, and then there's the guy who hasn't seen a comb or shaver in a very long time. We've always loved you guys the best, plus William is far more advanced then any other child we've seen, and that is a fact! There we said it, no apologies, and we mean it all. Take care, be well until we see you again ~💞🤗Lacy, Mike & Hamish 🐾🐾 And a few whales for William 🐳🐋🐳🐋

[@nick.caffrey]

Once again you blew it out of the water as a family. I hope you know how much sheer joy you bring with your and William's exploration of the world. All this and baking and boats too! Too much! Great love and best wishes!

[@AlisonSutherland-k9w]

In a world full of hatred, fear and turmoil , it's an absolute joy to see your family being kind, thoughtful, intelligent. Love and best wishes. Alison x

[@onelastdancehere]

William is turning into a little nature boy..even in the urban setting he still managed to find the dandelions! ❤❤

[@raydebbiemcdonald3208]

Stop doing yourselves down, you are brilliant. Of course it helps when you have a star like William, a leading lady like Jo and a videographer/editor like Vic. Thanks guys, just keep doing what you do, we all love you.

[@boogeywoogey8605]

I enjoy your videos because theyre so real. You dont pretend everything about boat life is sunshine and lollipops.

[@Multipleimaging]

You guys are far from boring & really love it when I see you’ve uploaded another vlog. Not only are they very well made but the editing & choice of music etc is fantastic. It’s so lovely to see William growing up too! Thank you.☺️

[@maryannknox7158]

William is such a bright young boy and full of energy and Love 💗

[@blueclue57]

Seeing life through a child’s eyes is the best.. donuts and dolphins. Can life get any better? Love your attitude about parenting.

[@trevorpoxon401]

You as parents should be so so proud of the way you are bringing William up. What a fantastic boy. Lots of love ❤️ ❤️❤️ Trevor & Linda

[@westaussiejeff1547]

Jo, you Vic and William could never be "boring" no matter how hard you tried..... love your Vlogs!

[@sheiladrury3144]

You are never boring I follow lots of live aboards on KZbin you are definitely the top of my list for not being boring William is such an interesting little boy and so clever just like his parents…. So let’s talk boring you set off just the 2 of you then along came 2 boats then along came Little William then along came the cook book you took us on your travels with a baby in tow and still managed to make vlogs of all the interesting places you visited and now you’re on tele phew now that’s interesting viewing 😊

[@greg4629]

editing on this is like a great bbc show. everything from the title to the themesong at sea world but still its the actors who really elevate it especially one tantalising performance from 1 little starlet

[@janw1746]

You say in your vlog.."thanks a lot for watching"..clearly the pleasure is all mine..thank you..💕x

[@JeanHarrison-v6z]

Me too and you’re definitely NOT boring, keep doing what you’re doing, you are both brilliant 🥰 Jean H

[@Demun1649]

Just a little tip. The toilet fan, that breaks down "frequently", DON'T buy a replacement. Be a JIC, and buy at least 2, and preferably 3. A JIC is a "Just In Case" person. An Optimistic Pessimist, who looks forward to things going wrong, so is never disappointed. Reduces stress by amazing amounts. And, before starting any repairs, always waggle your finger at it, it just might start behaving. Interesting video. Did you spend the whole night at the office? ZZZZZZZZZZ on the floor, or the desk?

[@sianwarwick633]

What I thought too, about the office

[@Demun1649]

@@sianwarwick633 Oh, that is such a relief. I am not the only nutter!!! 😜😜😜😜

[@keithg1xfl]

I was watching "Foxes Afloat" Earlier, and They were Really Singing Your Praises, Excellent Video by the Way

[@thehealthjunkie8996]

Far from boring..maybe the others aren't truly being themselves. Love watching you all. Thank you. Don't have a telly so can't watch you on the box but I'm sure it will be great.

[@jacquelinefilby1842]

Nothing boring about you 3 or your filming. You raise my spirits when I see your vlogs pop up🎉

[@annievennerbeck9384]

Amazingly productive days Vic. I imagine having to bring the camera everywhere, and play to it, must feel a little like keeping one eye on a toddler! And just in case you didn't hear it loud and clear from everyone else - you are never boring ! Always a joy to watch 😎

[@jasonduke4451]

Best canal videos on KZbin.

[@jacquelinemoore7839]

Tell us when, time and channel. So we can tune in too. Williams really come along stringing sentances together etc. Little dinky doo he's so cute

[@andreaPat70]

It’s narrow escapes on channel 4. The episodes are available on the channel 4 app and on channel 4 on Mondays at 4pm

[@FlyFree2023]

You are simply a lovely couple leading an incredible family life and In todays world that's not easy. William is a 'joy' to watch growing up, and the experiences you introduce him to on a day to day basis will secure his future for sure. Frog spawn to aquarium - brilliant. If ever there was a formula for enjoying life and raising a child you have nailed it. Thanks for sharing.

[@suewalker8454]

I was so excited to see that William was going to an Aquarium. I know he enjoys his fish.

[@paulwheelen8398]

Always love your videos and so pleased for you all to be back on your boating life style and looking forward to seeing you on “The Great Escape “ I wish I was still living the dream on my boat

[@lisasilver8174]

Me too! Missing my boat so Much …. But loving living vicariously ❤

[@ajarnsteve1958]

I actually like your videos. You're one of many channels that i watch. You're very down to earth normal people just showing what you do. You never try to be or show something that your not through your videos. Good honest people !!!

[@jamesfoley6555]

Never boring, thank you 3 for a lovely family vlog 🙏✝️🙏

[@RuthellenHerzberg]

Love watching your channel grow. 3 very likable people!

[@mikethebikemt07tracer]

Watching the TV programs as got me to your channel. Vic looks a lot more relaxed on video than he does on the TV. Not boring at all. Keep up the good work.

[@life_happens_reviews]

@holly the cafe boat love your vlogs and thank you for your down to earth vlogs and for keeping it real and relatable

[@anthonyg4671]

Disgraceful that they can’t supply the seating you should be allowed to sit elsewhere,not only for your wellbeing but safety.

[@GrahamRead101]

Welcome to travelling on busy U.K. trains.

[@jellslixcy6168]

Or - book a seat. It’s free.

[@anthonyg4671]

@@jellslixcy6168 good luck with that,that doesn’t guarantee you a seat .

[@jellslixcy6168]

@@anthonyg4671 worth a try though surely? If you are going to be outraged by not getting a seat, you could try the simple remedy of booking one. If you didn’t get a seat then, then you could be more outraged.

[@anthonyg4671]

@@jellslixcy6168 agree but you shouldn’t have too , with the tech now they should know seats to tickets sold, maybe extend the platforms and add a few moe carriages,buses are as bad after all your fined for no seat belt but it’s ok to stand on a bus. Ignore me mate just having a rant lol.😆

[@robertturner6241]

Don’t put your selves down so much guys, I love watching your channel and so do a lot of other people, keep up the good work

[@Lee_Proffit]

Vic, if we didn't have all of that rain, your boats wouldn't be getting very far 🙂 Could you not knock up a pre sump pump grease trap ? it wont stop it all, but will catch most of it and with regular cleaning will save the pump switch mechanism.

[@johnmcdonald4005]

Have watched the first 4 episodes of narrow escape . Very good programmes , if any of you don’t know it’s on at 4 pm mon to fri . Why they put it on at that time I don’t know , it’s one of the best things on at the moment . Think there are 20 episodes . The waltzing Matilda pizza boat is featured in first couple . Brilliant viewing .

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Loved this and your gross jobs didn’t freak me out I guess after 4 children nothing freaks me out. Loved seeing your trip to Birmingham and I’m already watching Narrow Escape and I’m looking forward to seeing the episodes that feature you. William is adorable and a credit to you. X

[@assassinlexx1993]

A very effective tool is these small handheld steam machines. They will clean that bilge pump box . Good for kitchen/ bathroom cleaning .

[@AndyDeiu]

I’ve seen the add of your boat. Here in London we have a nice weather. Still rains here almost every other day. But when we finished with winter you guys still had frozen lakes and stuff … Yesterday I believe we had the same storm with thunder and rain the whole night. My wife couldn’t sleep at all where as I woke up twice but went to sleep instantly. If you guys need a canopy is best to make your own. I’ve started mine and looks amazing. I do need to cut some edges and stitch together things. My sink doesn’t have bilge pump and even my shower doesn’t. Water comes out straight away. 😎

[@buffymad]

love watching you on tv ,great programme and such a lovely family well done ❤from liverpool

[@keithweybury5212]

Yes the nasty part of narrowboat as well as with our motorhome life. Love home made bread as well. William is a very big boy now.

[@barbarataylor1535]

I think you are awesome. never boring, thank you for sharing.

[@sallyu1]

Your gross jobs weren't as gross as I thought they were going to be! Lovely to see William enjoying the sea life centre xxx

[@jamesellsworth9673]

This reminds me of having to clean my air extractor screens over my commercial range.

[@louisecrane1072]

Well you can't be that boring after watching the show ive now subscribed was lovely seeing all the you tubers I follow at lunch❤

[@R0ckMum]

The first time I went on a canal boat was in the 80s, on the Grand Union from London to Birmingham area. It rained for two weeks, the towpaths were under a metre of water, you couldn't see the edges. Us kids were stuck in the boat, poor Mum and Dad were wading to do the locks. Eventually we gave up when my sister fell overboard because the ladder was slippy. She was OK. Everything was wet. When we got home we had clothes hanging everywhere and had long hot baths. Don't feel bad when it rains a lot, its different when you're on a boat.

[@susannahwhitaker994]

Love your filming vic, very interesting and very scenic. Your family are lovely.take care 🤗

[@RJ-444]

What a tonic that was... I've been so sick and nauseous all day but finally could sit still and watch something. Yes, I absolutely fast-forwarded through the gross parts (thanks for the warnings) and also over what I'm sure was a delicious meal! Too soon! 😬 Thanks for making me smile after a rather grim day.

[@arthurraymond6239]

Amazing work Guys 😊the content of your Vlogs is quality 😃and this one absolutely smashed it 😀 Thanks for sharing 😊⭐️

[@BoatTime]

16:51 - Wow that sure looks like an interesting conversation 🤔

[@BoatTime]

in all seriousness it was so lovely to meet and properly chat to you guys ☺️♥️ i’m sure your bit won’t be boring, we’re looking forward to seeing it! At least you’re on before us so we can see how it goes for you first 😅

[@jillipepper5353]

At least you don’t have a fat berg like they found in the sewage under New York City, some were bigger than buses . Ew Ew Ew. We have a septic system and have to be very careful what we put down the drains.

[@jonathansmythe6273]

favourite boaters. No I can go further. Favourite youtubers.

[@rboston33]

Just watched Foxes Afloat. Sean and Colin mentined you

[@janecox4173]

Would be great to see them on a fox's live x

[@johnland5042]

I love your videos even the gross ones! Reminds me when we had our boat and all those tough things to do to keep it running smoothly. Also enjoyed Birmingham again where we explored many of the less used canals in the area. Bye from British Columbia Canada...until next time.

[@portlandfester7510]

I love your videos absolutely never boring always leave me with a warm heart William is a lovely boy the tv should make a whole series I’m sure it would be a must watch glad you three are having a beautiful life together

[@henrywilliam8506]

Vic, I’m originally from a sometimes very wet Yorkshire. I moved to Australia hoping for better weather. Bugger, the town in which I live here gets 300 days of rain per year, with an average rainfall of 3 meters. 😗

[@kaypage1047]

Love you three We are watching the TV programme its great. Our narrowboat holiday not till September so getting our fix watching all the vlogs. Keep going you are never boring xxx

[@nigelh3253]

A lovely family you have. Thanks for all your hard work with the edits, etc. Nice video

[@minkyjen8283]

Yay, you’re back, 🎉 love just watching the hum drum of boat life tbh! Much better than boring house life! The thing that got me is that train companies would rather see people sat in the hallway floors (surely a health & safety risk for them) rather than allow people to sit in their empty seats, crrrrcrrrrazy times! I’m sure it wouldn’t be the end of the world for them to have taken a small token payment for you to sit there, say a fiver or something

[@carolleenkelmann3829]

"5 mins later..."...😂 And the day started so nicely. Sounding British is saying, no Brit goes to work without his Mack and umbrella. Maybe it has got dryer for a couple of years. It used to be that the weather was always unpredictable in the UK. Maybe "they" have been "seeding" the clouds too much lately. Have you seen the floods in Dubai?

[@colomacountry]

Thank you for all you guys do to provide vlogs for us all. I knew you were going to cut back with all the changes, but I don't think any of us care about fancy editing (although you have had some great ones) we/I just like hearing about your lives. Keep it simple, and always in anticipation for your vids.

[@AndyCooper761]

April showers….living up to its name! Spring is coming ☺️

[@janegriffiths7307]

I always used to watch this little family but stopped as I thought they had given up the canl life and moved into a house ? have obviously missed something ! - anyway I shall start watching again now as I find them quite charming.

[@arkansasboy45]

A great video. The aquarium seemed to really be a hit with William.

[@jackirichards8789]

I'm sure I read somewhere that Birmingham has more canals than Venice!

[@sianwarwick633]

I'd love to see more of them

[@michelleclayton1380]

You are not boring.....we watch many of the vloggers you were filmed but on a friday evening we always search for you first. 🥰 love watching your beautiful family.. xx

[@mattbarber1987]

Wholeheartedly agree about trolls. What a great movie and sound track!

[@daveallen63]

Soak up life to its fullest while you have the opportunities. William reminds me of my youngest son Joshua (33 years old now). When he was a wee lass he would point out things we hadn't really gone over yet, he would say the name of the thing and usually some little fact about it. He's really a few steps above his peers, a well rounded knowledge base. William will be the same I think, always just a few steps ahead and on some things miles ahead. Take care guys.

[@christinemurray9407]

Perhaps you could use kitchen roll to remove fats etc prior to washing

[@markrant1460]

Hi Vic Fixing your toilet reminds me of fixing a toilet in the house. Toilets are always messy jobs and that is why plumbers charge what they do. What would life be like without plumbers lol. Take care Vic, Jo and William Mark Alberta, Canada

[@chris-cole]

Just started watching Narrow Escapes! I can't believe you guys are on it?! My Wife mentioned it and has been recording them- I've finally found time to watch em! I've been up and down the Silk Road a few times and thought "I'll either bump into Vic or Robbie Savage round here!" lol What a wonderful episode!!! ❤ Not grossed out by those jobs whatsoever btw lol

[@dannydrayton5259]

Thanks for sharing your life living and working on your boats, very inspiring. Found you from watching the TV series which im addicted too.

[@Narrowboat.and.offgrid.living]

We found that the extractor on the compost toilet we have was never really needed

[@maureenlowther7621]

You are not boring at all I love your Holly Boat vlogs. You are a lovely family.❤️❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

I love seeing all my narrowboat peeps all together. I wish I could see the show. Have a VPN, but no British address for the website. I'm hoping someday I'll be able to see the series in the US on one of my services. Great video!

[@malcolmone1]

your bilge pump acts as a sump for every thing you put down the waste pipes, so only water goes out ,try doing a big one .shovel jobs

[@dianefields6056]

William's wonder in the aquarium was a wow with me.

[@franktuckwell196]

Yeah, but you have never shied away from the reality of baot life, like changing a toilet cassette, compost toilet or pump out jobs. All real on board, just like that delightful pastime of exploring the depths of the weedhatch. Just don't brush it under the carpet, as it won't go away. Thanks for sharing the highs and lows of Holly and your lovely family.

[@Jacqueline-es5yb]

We have had an abnormal amount of rain but it seems many of the other KZbinrs I watch in France, Portugal and Italy are all complaining about the amount of cloud and rain they are getting,so we aren’t the only ones!

[@MrFroglips69]

What a completely groovy episode. Funny, exciting and cute. William is a rock star. I so look forward to seeing you three each week. PS Did you know the guys from Foxes Afloat think the world of you three?

[@davidbamford4721]

With my parents, I left Brum in 1952 for Melbourne. Brum was a dirty grey city then; it certainly has changed a lot!

[@scottfw7169]

There at 12:59 y'all's meal looks delicious! And colorful.

[@chrisbray9799]

Judging by his pieces to camera ( Preying Mantis & aquarium) I wonder if you are holding William back. A breakaway series maybe ❤😂😂

[@gnuckolls2310]

I don't know if you can get Dawn dishwashing liquid, but it is what they use to wash ducks and shore birds that have gotten coated with oil from a spill. It might help cut through the grease.

[@jonathang8263]

After Eights. AKA according to my 7,4 and 2yr olds "chocolate toothpaste"!

[@FrazzledPup]

I want the flannel jacket/shirt little man is wearing.

[@gilly0264]

Back to the boring jobs but you blew it out of the water Vic💦 great vlog Shame they made you move on train, rotters with William too! He is growing up so fast & such an intelligent little boy, he’s a treasure.

[@jacquelineryde7339]

Loving seeing you guys back on the boat. Ours is just being launched and we can’t wait to see you on the cut ❤❤❤

[@debsie9769]

I saw a little clip of you both on Narrow Escapes ad. Yet to see you both. X

[@joannabrown2995]

I had forgotten just how dang charming you are Vic 🥰

[@gail9906]

Never a dull moment guys. Nothing boring about it. Its lovely following your little adventures. William is my hi light as I have 3 GrandSons 1, 3, & 4. I have watched William grow up too. Thank you for taking us with you.❤️🇦🇺🦘 I hope you get the toilet fan sorted. 👌

[@mrssadiec]

Received my copy of the cook book yesterday & I love it. Really pleased with it, it’s a real delight and it arrived so quickly. Thank you! Also, you are in the slightest bit boring. ❤

[@jillosler9353]

Looking forward to seeing you on the TV next week! Never boring!

[@vernonbarrett6906]

Where does shower water and waste water go to on the boat

[@gregcrease8066]

What a lot of individual shots. Great work!

[@JewelRussell-nr8oy]

Absolutely fantastic to see Boatime and This Tiny life in your video...yaaaayyy!!!

[@Andyc515]

This is reality guys real day to day canal boating adventures we love watching, there interesting to see what challenges you guys combat every day… great job 👏👌

[@mariannecook6580]

We had the same problem on Narrowboat Bandoneon. It turned out that our fresh water inlet to the water tank was misaligned so every time we filled up with water it went into the bilge as well as the tank. Worth checking. 🙂