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Floating Our Boat
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We are Fran and Rich and in 2018 we had a complete lifestyle change. Tired of working for others we took the plunge and bought a canal narrowboat to explore Britain's inland waterways. Now, six years on, we have a new boat - Laura Maisie to continue our adventures. Our vlogs show how we live our lives aboard with our two dogs, Jess and Archie. As we say 'It's not just about the boat!' Many thanks Fran and Rich xx…— in their own words
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We Judge The BEST! - BOATERS in BLOOM - You Can Have A Garden and Be A Boater - Episode 238
Can you have a stunning garden while living on a boat? In this video, we share an exciting milestone. We were invited to judge and vote in the national search for the best Aquavista Marina Gardens!
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It's ALL about PATIENCE - Life on a NARROWBOAT - Episode 236
Tenby Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom
In this episode, we take Percy on a trip to Tenby, braving the sea mist and challenging coastal...
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Harvest to Heartbreak: A Canal Towpath Rant. 😡 - Episode 234
The Rant: Why the "neat and tidy" approach to towpaths is a disaster for biodiversity. In today's video, we’re celebrating a successful harvest and taking you from Plot to Plate.
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The Call of the Wild - Extinct for 400 years - Narrowboat Life - Episode 233
The haunting call of a bird that has been extinct in Britain for almost 400 years is waking us most mornings. We head out for a walk and Rich ponders over a BIG birthday.
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We Turned Our BOAT Into a GREENHOUSE -It’s Getting Out of Hand - Canal Narrowboat Life - Episode 231
Spring has arrived… but winter isn’t quite finished with us yet. With cold nights still hanging around, we’ve turned our narrowboat into a greenhouse — and it’s getting a bit out of hand.
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A Quiet Day Between Boat and Allotment - Narrowboat Life Episode 230
Life for us is split between the boat and the allotment at the moment. In this video we head up to the plots for a simple check-in on what’s growing and how things are ticking along.
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8 Things That Still Make Us Smile After 8 Years Afloat - Episode 229
After eight years of living on a narrowboat, a lot of things have simply become normal. But there are still moments that make us smile.
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We Did Something We Said We Never Would… - Narrowboat Life - Episode 228
After years of moving constantly, something has shifted. We’ve been thinking a lot about getting older, travelling differently, and what “home” really means now.
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Building Something New - Freedom Lifestyle - Episode 227
There’s something about a quiet start to the day that makes the hard work on the allotment feel even more rewardi...
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Mighty Severn - Allotment Excitement and URGENT APPEAL! - Episode 226
River Severn Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Moored beside the wide waters of the River Severn near its estuary, we walk to see the river in all its tidal glory. Rich heads to Sussex for babysitting duties, leaving Fran holding the fort aboard.
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We’re Safe Together for Christmas - Narrow Boat Life - Episode 225
Join us as we prepare our narrowboat for our Christmas celebrations.
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This Perfect Life - Narrowboat Living - Episode 224
Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Before we set off, we’re treated to an incredible starling murmuration — one of those magical, unexpected moments that stop you in your tracks. Back on the boat, Fran shares an updat...
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- Gloucester and Sharpness CanalGloucestershire, United Kingdom
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