Canoe Trip on the River Severn - Day 2. Island Beach Wild Camp. WW2 Aircraft Wreckage.

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Жыл бұрын

In this video, I am over on the Welsh/English border to paddle a section of the river Severn with my good friends George, Rachel and of course Andy from Kent Survival.
We have three days to paddle from Welshpool to Shrewsbury, wild camping along the way and carrying all we need for the adventure in our canoes.
Day two starts with a hearty cooked breakfast before hitting the river again - a big paddling day as the river gains in size, joined by the river Vyrnwy and on towards Shrewsbury, our end goal, but not today.
Tried from the long day, we arrive at our camp spot for the night - a large island close to Montford Bridge. Setting up camp on a beach and enjoying a good few laughs around the fire with a slap up meal cooked by Andy - pasta and (Spanish) spam, followed by a comfortable nights sleep next to the trickling river.
Final episode coming soon.
I hope you enjoy the video.
Thanks for watching.
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Пікірлер: 226

@craiglake6091 Жыл бұрын

There is nothing so grand as the silence that is only broken by the sound of the paddle falling into and out of the water.

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

It’s pure bliss isn’t it!

@chrisrobson8540 Жыл бұрын

and the quarry.......dont forget the quarry lol......and the odd cow fart🤣🤣🤣

@duygukayhanisaskank4915 Жыл бұрын

@@simonablokeinthewoods Hey mate, During this AMAZING trip, did you pass near the town of Bridgnorth? Severn runs past it. I lived in England for a few years & my office was in Bridgnorth. It is one of my favorite towns in England. Best regards from Yucatan Mexico, Ben

@Matty-Travels 11 ай бұрын

@@duygukayhanisaskank4915 Well I've been there may a time. It's a gorgeous village

@thenanlife1141 11 ай бұрын

Pure bliss ❤

@joanhuggett5164 Жыл бұрын

Bird song, inquisitive cows, secluded camp, happy friends messing about on the river. So enjoyable, so beautiful. Just perfect, Simon.

@GAKINZO Жыл бұрын

So true man 🎉🎉

@chrisponsano4378 Жыл бұрын

One of the pleasures to look forward to once a week

@kingrafa3938 Жыл бұрын

Like before watching 👍

@mare2971 Жыл бұрын

Because we know about the great quality.

@kingrafa3938 Жыл бұрын

@@mare2971 yup!

@anneli1735 Жыл бұрын

❤

@rachelsimonds5362 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video! Can't believe how quick the dancing around the fire was! 🤣 what a brilliant evening that was! So awesome being able to relive it all! Definitely a video series we'll be watching for years to come, thanks so much for capturing it all 😁😁 can't wait for the last day!

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

All thanks to you and George for inviting us along! It was such good fun wasnt it! 😁😂👍

@papajeff5486 4 күн бұрын

Shoulder high nettles…SHEESH…”It’s nice up there except…”. Thanks for sharing, from east Tennessee.

@deborahphillips9034 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been watching Andy’s videos for a while and you’re in a lot of them so I decided I would watch one of yours. Love it & subscribed.

@terry7907 Жыл бұрын

Black pudding! She knows the way to Simon’s stomach.

@rachelsimonds5362 Жыл бұрын

George's idea 🤢🤢🤣

@georgeharris7513 Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣 Rachel's not a fan of black pudding 🤣🤣 but I knew it would go down well with the guys! 😉👍👌

@user-tu8wr3mw2t Жыл бұрын

Watched and thoroughly enjoyed on the big telly as usual. That birdsong all the way through was sublime.

@martp197 Жыл бұрын

The Severn Valley is beautiful, great trip. Happy Solstace all :)

@johndaniel6168 Жыл бұрын

Great vid as usual Simon, it's OK to take the hat off and not be embarrassed about going bold as it happens to all of us and will save you loads of time making sure your bold nonce is brushed out!

@johndaniel6168 Жыл бұрын

Bald

@alanrobertson5497 Жыл бұрын

A break away from my world watching you. Top class.❤❤

@barbiechase Жыл бұрын

All of this! 👆👆♥😊

@cobscamping6909 Жыл бұрын

So quiet and peaceful. The views of the river reflecting the banks was awesome. Really enjoying watching these videos..

@The_One-Eyed_Undertaker Жыл бұрын

There's no such thing as "Spanish spam" 😁 It's called Chorizo Colorado. And it beats British black pudding every day of the week and twice on Sunday! 😎

@MyVikinglife Жыл бұрын

Black pudding. You sir know how to make a fry-up!

@georgeharris7513 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂👌👍

@MHarenArt Жыл бұрын

Beautiful gliding down the river with you all. thanks for taking us along.

@ewengillies9826 Жыл бұрын

That cow audience watching your every move was priceless Simon. The animal activity on this trip has been amazing just adds that true touch of nature to a perfect paddle. Thanks for an inspiring vlog. Bushyboy Oz.

@mbrider56 Жыл бұрын

Love that Simon, nothing better than paddling with some mates on a gorgeous summers day. Beautifully captured on film and expertly edited. Looking forward as always to the final instalment. Cheers.

@deborahphillips9034 2 ай бұрын

A beautiful pic of the moonlight glistening on the water!!

@loupiscanis9449 Жыл бұрын

Thank you , Simon . 🐺 Loupis Canis .

@georgeharris7513 Жыл бұрын

Epic buddy!!!! U did an amazing job 👍 day 2 was definilty my favourite and u captured it perfectly 😁👌👍 thankyou so much again for comming 😁👍

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

It was my favourite too mate! An epic day with a fun and very chilled camp - what a spot that was! 😁

@2Gundogs Жыл бұрын

Excellent! What a way to end Hump Day! Another Simon video 🙂

@rogerminter3599 Жыл бұрын

I love Andy.... Especially when he is tossed.

@mattpowell4218 Жыл бұрын

PASTA!!! AND SPAM!!!!! Me and the missus almost fell over with laughter at that part 😂

@jonathanmarkbotterell1926 5 ай бұрын

".....what are we having for dinner Andy" was the best bit🤣😂😆

@UnPetitPique 8 ай бұрын

You always have the nicest music, Simon.

@dianejacklin4338 Жыл бұрын

Another great video Simon. Rachel made a lovely full English breakfast. I think the 4 of you had a good laugh as well as enjoying the paddle. Look forward to Part 3 next week.

@rachelsimonds5362 Жыл бұрын

George actually made that breakfast! I did pancakes on day 1 and bacon and sausage sandwiches on day 3! 😊

@kevinmoyer6224 Жыл бұрын

Thanks bloke, I was having a bad day remembering past traumas and then this popped up. All those feelings vanished and i was at peace again. Thank you

@johnherbert2362 Жыл бұрын

Would love to see you paddle to St Herbert's Island. St Herbert was an Anglo saxon Hermit who was friends with ST Cuthbert of Cumbria. St Herbert died in 687AD. Love the videos Simon. Thanks

@Anita-rq9ev Жыл бұрын

Always great to see a new video Simon. It's a joy to watch you. Love the tranquility. I'm currently travelling through England and I'm so happy to be here again after a few years. Sending you my best wishes. Keep safe🙏

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

I hope you have a fantastic time!

@Anita-rq9ev Жыл бұрын

@@simonablokeinthewoods I did, love England. Beautiful 😊

@brianlykins6663 Жыл бұрын

Nice trip, nice weather and great friends. The kind of trip you hate to see end. Thanks for taking us along. God bless ya'll and stay safe on your journey.

@mlsknnr Жыл бұрын

It appears that you have an abundance of Swans in your country where in the States we see more ducks and geese. I also see dairy cattle but no beef cows, interesting. Beautiful countryside.

@myvoiceyourstory9338 2 ай бұрын

So lovely 😊

@roadsey7012 Жыл бұрын

Great calming vid to watch Simon, and what a breakfast to start the day, Andy seemed a little reserved and quiet, !

@pennyoliver7799 Жыл бұрын

Can’t stop laughing over “pasta” “spam” 😂😂😂

@mary-ruthflores4107 6 ай бұрын

Waiting for the Funny Walk to break out!!

@geographyinaction7814 Жыл бұрын

Maintain 'The Bearding', it is splendid!!!

@jeffstevens763 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this Simon 👍cheers

@sosteve9113 Жыл бұрын

Always interesting to find artefacts like this,we have a few as well,living close to the area of the battle of the bulge

@Rob.1340 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic. All the best. 👍🐾🐾😎

@sandrafawcett1648 Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ it was good video thanks for your video I like it thanks see you on KZfaq soon

@jannersstuff Жыл бұрын

Loving this. My brother and I are setting off from the Shrewsbury Weir at the end of July and paddling down to Gloucester. This is putting me in a fine frame of mind for the "voyage"

@marianfrances4959 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!👍🇨🇦😎 And i love the music!

@jackmitchell8756 Жыл бұрын

Great trip Simon and another enjoyable video.

@madisondeans5566 Жыл бұрын

Nice diversion for half hr.!always good fun & gets my appetite up,heading to my local to take care of it! Thanx,Simon 😉👍

@oddmanout98 Жыл бұрын

Loved it! That looked a glorious days paddle Simon. I’m surprised that none of you told poor old Andy he was holding his paddles upside down, again! 🤦🏻‍♂️. Hehehe.

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@rogerwileman9965 Жыл бұрын

That’s we like to see a full English to start the day.

@lizdg3892 Жыл бұрын

What a sweet river. Truly a relaxing trip for you all. Baring the mining and nettles. 😂

@scottgreig9802 Жыл бұрын

Those powered drinks you have we call them screech in the military

@andrewmossop6241 Жыл бұрын

Loved it!

@lano1492 Жыл бұрын

🔥🔥 sick !!

@MrTopanga44 8 ай бұрын

Love all the videos. I am shocked at the stuff you eat.

@sinfonianbarelytone9191 Жыл бұрын

Amazing! I got the opportunity to paddle 5 different rivers in the Puget Sound area of Washington State in the Pacific Northwest a few years ago. The climate and foliage here is almost identical to England. Brought back memories. Thanks for sharing.

@steveanderson6523 Жыл бұрын

I think i enjoyed that almost as much as you did. And i'm still envious of your canoe! 😃

@ghostofkadesh9041 Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this 👍😃👍

@chrisavalon6198 Жыл бұрын

Simon I don’t know what to say other than another awesome video

@kopparsulfat Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video

@Thedagda801 Жыл бұрын

Excellent as always good sir!

@markcummings6856 Жыл бұрын

Great trip, Simon.

@bethdoublekickchick8007 Жыл бұрын

So wonderfully soothing, cheers Simon 🤘🌻🤘🇦🇺

@faiththomson4438 Жыл бұрын

I love that your wildlife is sheep and swans! Here where I live, cougars and bears are the concern...

@JasonMcCann841 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@vinnie42ful Жыл бұрын

I hag such a crush on Tina as a teenager in the eighties, and massive influence with talking heads 🙏👍

@petermiller9115 Жыл бұрын

You and Andy are 2 of my favourites to chill out with. Great to see you both having fun together . Cheers from Australia

@timothygee2945 Жыл бұрын

Looks like so much fun.

@gleff3345 Жыл бұрын

As always, very relaxing. Thanks.

@h.bsfaithfulservant4136 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant ✌️

@paulseeman6481 Жыл бұрын

Cheers Simon a nice trip!

@jimfromoregonusa9899 Жыл бұрын

I do so enjoy your adventures!

@thenanlife1141 11 ай бұрын

So relaxing to watch x

@ek-nz Жыл бұрын

perfect

@ericmiddelbos129 Жыл бұрын

that spot on the beach reminds me of wild camping, which I once did with a nephew. those are really supper memory moments for me that I often think back to. when I saw you there on youtube all those memories came up again. thank you.

@ecttreker9816 Жыл бұрын

As always, a great watch Simon👍👍

@PUTDEVICE Жыл бұрын

beautiful little river. and perfect weather.

@chrislonsberry1974 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video Simon! Thank you so much!!

@stuartbalmer8112 Жыл бұрын

Just lovely. So relaxing. Thanks Simon.

@trooper2221 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@danozeman26 Жыл бұрын

Another great episode! Looks like you had great fun on the beach.

@insoleandlaces Жыл бұрын

Loved it, so relaxing, smashing adventure. Thanks for sharing.

@davidsayer3325 Жыл бұрын

Great video Simon, really enjoyed watching this 😊

@charlielewis3261 Жыл бұрын

The island beach looks and sounds like an amazing place to relax for an evening. Great video, thanks for sharing.

@dmytrochan7402 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for Your peaceful videos. 🥰

@ufoman4468 Жыл бұрын

Have enjoyed rowing down my imaginary river with you . Stopping off for goodies out of my fridge . My Beers are well cold . Looking foreward to Pt 3 . Great stuff Simon.

@shortyw1029 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic as ever Simon ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

@sandrabranscum9331 2 ай бұрын

Another great video Simon thx., I love that music, (maybe that's bluegrass Idk), but I love it and Andy played it on one of his.. Also I have bad memory, but either this video, or the one b4 it, or both had great filming of the beautiful swans and also some beautiful scenery., thx for catching all that., such an awesome view., bless yall.. I think I'm fixing to watch your last one of this trip.. I never saw Andy in his long John's though lol..

@lukedrive2869 Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable video Simon. All the animals coming for a look was great and the breakfast looked more than tasty. Thanks for sharing all the best Luke.

@CherryBlossomHill Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Simon, my son and I enjoyed watching you explore on another fantastic adventure with your canoe on the gentle water, with warm sunlight, and the soft green landscape. Kathy and Patrick California

@gigi3242 Жыл бұрын

So beautiful, thank you. Take care, be well

@backpackingireland8624 Жыл бұрын

Bivi came in handy in a tight spot Simon . Great trip , looks amazing 👏👏🇮🇪🇮🇪

@stevesmith3556 Жыл бұрын

What a nice day! Makes me miss the canoe trips in Wisconsin with my family when I was young 😊

@ESmith-ik8vu Жыл бұрын

To think you've got such tranquil places in your heavily populated island home! Beautiful cam work.

@margaretbagur3553 Жыл бұрын

I so enjoy the addition of history and little findings you discover along your journeys in your video work. It really takes your work up a notch, or ten.

@bill8784 Жыл бұрын

Great vid as always. You are so cheerful. Watching you break camp reminds me of my youth. Happy days.

@texasford Жыл бұрын

Great video Simon, always great to see you & Andy out having fun + a possible bit of WWII bomber history thrown in for good measure. Cheers 🍻

@paulmaynard408 Жыл бұрын

Amazing that the debris of WW2 is still so prevalent.

@kennb.3389 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Thank You for sharing your adventures. You capture exactly what we need in your videos and blend it with appropriate soundtrack ! First class !