316. Is this the perfect place to moor your canal boat?
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7 ай бұрынI was invited to join the Burghfield Island Boat Club on the Kennet & Avon canal at Reading to see what they get up to. It's a not for profit, member-run organisation that provides moorings and boater facilities as well as a big social environment.
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@tomardis9577 7 ай бұрын
Anybody can film cruising, nobody gives the history plus interesting insights of life on the canals like you. Good job.
@CaptainArloNJ 7 ай бұрын
Perfectly said.
@776281 7 ай бұрын
I miss David's cruising vlogs. He can tell a story, you don't realize just how well until you see some of the other cruising vlogs that just aren't the same.
@margplsr3120 7 ай бұрын
so true! Greetings from Tricity in Poland :-)
@FlyingConey 7 ай бұрын
It's always great to see a video from our favorite narrow boat channel popping up on KZfaq home 😃
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Thank you
@monkeytonker4637 7 ай бұрын
Still the best KZfaq chañel. Thanks ince again David ❤
@arthuralford 7 ай бұрын
This is the kind of story about the canals that nobody else does. The club looks like a terrific place: relatively inexpensive mooring, access to amenities, social events, and encouragement to participate in the community. It makes living on a boat less lonely, I imagine
@kevgermany 7 ай бұрын
Thanks. I was worried that the channel would die after you moved off the boat. But you continually surprise me with the range of varied topics and regular videos. Not seen another like this, for instance. Thanks!
@robsin2810 7 ай бұрын
David, don’t want to give you a big head. However! The things you find on the canals,is just amazing. Your way of presenting is just so good. You bring joy to me, in these sad and difficult times. One people, one faith🙏👍🇦🇺
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Cheers
@1258-Eckhart 7 ай бұрын
The canals are one of the glories of England because of their strong community spirit and the beautiful countryside they traverse.
@robertlane1194 7 ай бұрын
I visited that island in 1967 to do some work on an ex-wartime MTB moored there. I can still distinctly remember visiting a house there that had the rusting remains of a 'blower' Bentley in it's shrubbery. Thank you for reviving a treasured memory.
@shirleylynch7529 7 ай бұрын
We live and learn. What an amazing place. Thank you for taking us there.
@NeverlandSystemZor 7 ай бұрын
I love the way you put small out of the way and likely to be overlooked places front and center AND do so so gently and with such affection for them. Love the historical and cultural aspect of all this. And I LOVE the mostly volunteer community of this. It's so nice to see people with a similar interest and passion showing up and pitching in for everyone's benefit.
@Lego6980 7 ай бұрын
What a lovely place. Great to know projects such as this one are happening around the UK. Thanks for the insight.
@Hollaraedulioe 7 ай бұрын
Wonderful idea to show more of the social life around the canals. Thanks
@malcolmrichardson3881 7 ай бұрын
Great seeing people mucking in to maintain this community of boaters in such an idylic setting. No wonder there's a waiting list for moorings!
@christopherlauber13 7 ай бұрын
i follow a few young couples on their narrowboats, but nothing beats you and your videos. many thanks as usual. 😀
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@t1n4444 7 ай бұрын
@@CruisingTheCut Seriously David the youngsters do more cinema vérité type stuff (fair enough) but your work is rather more considered.
@brain8484 7 ай бұрын
@@t1n4444looked pretty real to me .
@jameskolar9655 7 ай бұрын
Well done to those club people, what a nice group they are. They put in a lot and that’s why it’s so obviously good. Thanks for the vid.
@xIDarkSideIx 7 ай бұрын
Seems like a cool and tight nit little area this, and the idea of the club with doing jobs around the area to keep your mooring space seems fair enough 👍
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Definitely!
@rgarlinyc 7 ай бұрын
What a wonderful place - thank you for introducing it, and if you ask me (uh... even if you don't 😅) thanks too for a very well crafted and edited video as usual!
@rickkearn7100 7 ай бұрын
I cannot get enough of David's archive-worthy, entertaining and informative posts here on CTC. Posh! Cheers.
@petemoring67 7 ай бұрын
Lived in Reading since 1970 ... Not far from this place .. walked the footpath many times .. and the watering hole 'The Cunning Man' .... But never knew it was such a Social Hub ... Thought it was just workshops ..... Goos Video Young Dave .......
@palmeraj70 7 ай бұрын
Always good to have one of your offerings of a dark Sunday evening. The vlog equivalent of a roaring fire and the dog curled up on your lap 😊
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@mpersad 7 ай бұрын
What a lovely club, and great facilities for the members. Top video.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Many thanks!
@sidneybowerman558 7 ай бұрын
My first thoughts were 'I bet that's expensive', then it all unfolded in front of my eyes. Great subject and video as always David. My fingers are crossed for a Christmas Special 🤞🤞🤞
@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian 7 ай бұрын
Having crossed the adjoining Burghfield Road bridge to and from work for many, many years, what a delight to finally see what goes on within that “mysterious” island. Thank you 👏👏👍😎
@cyrildhy8993 7 ай бұрын
Thanks David, someone who got it right, the K&A is two river navigations and a canal centre.
@maryjnorwood3962 7 ай бұрын
Looks like a lovely place to be! What a nice group of boaters. Thanks for introducing us, David. 😎💕😎💕😎🥰🥰🥰
@brucefay5126 7 ай бұрын
Enjoyed your brief cameo appearance on The Narrowboat Pirate channel. Cheers.
@Deb_Downes 7 ай бұрын
That’s a lovely potted history and a look at the vibe of the Club. Looks very much like a community. More please :)
@danknox9986 7 ай бұрын
Very nice. Missed the ducks! 😊
@cathrynbagley8005 7 ай бұрын
It sounds much nicer than being in a marina.
@michaelkubler8391 7 ай бұрын
Ok. I was wrong. I was quite sure the channel would wither away when you moved ashore. But the delightful videos have continued and are even more interesting than before.
@paulisemonger280 7 ай бұрын
So pleased to find your channel again! I moved from the River Avon at Tewkesbury to Tennessee… missing boats sooo much! Lovely to hear all the news and info from my beloved waterways. Keep that info flowing.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Did you lose it?! 🤣
@kplante7881 7 ай бұрын
Looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing…!
@JeghedderThomas 7 ай бұрын
What a wonderfully cozy place, I'd love to be part of such a community. It's such a shame we have no canals in Denmark. Always a joy to see something new from you.
@brain8484 7 ай бұрын
Denmark has a canal system , what are you talking about ?
@JeghedderThomas 7 ай бұрын
@@brain8484 Christianshavns Kanal tæller ikke, det er minimalt og ikke så omfattende som kanalsystemet I UK. Christianshavns Canal doesn't count, it's tiny and not as expansive as the canals in the UK.
@billharris6886 7 ай бұрын
Great idea working together on common goals. I especially like the social aspect, which is lacking these days with the hustle and bustle of modern life.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
So true!
@sicily6740 7 ай бұрын
From the middle of the United States, thank you, David, for a wonderful video. My wife and I are volunteer gardeners and I'd like to join the Club members on a work day. Cheerio!
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
I imagine they'd love to welcome you
@s1nb4d59 7 ай бұрын
Thats what community is all about,what a lovely place to stay on a narrowboat,lovely editing as always dave,cheers.
@OldFloatingSeaman 7 ай бұрын
Sounds like an ideal place to call home. I may well make a phone call as it is only a short drive for me to get there. Associate membership sounds a great way to get oneself on the waiting list.
@markgruenberg6277 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the look at the boat club. Much appreciated. Be well and stay safe.
@stanleyromanowski9816 7 ай бұрын
Truly interesting aspect to boating, having the club on the island. Always enjoy your videos, canals and the camper van.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@ianlaw6410 7 ай бұрын
CRT and Scottish Canals should watch this and take note. They should develop moorings like this. Not sterile, soulless moorings set up just to make money. Let the boaters govern themselves!
@JC-qv8yo 7 ай бұрын
Always a joy to watch your videos - interesting and relaxing to watch. Just the thing for a Sunday night
@TheNon-DigArtist 7 ай бұрын
That's just down the road from me, and have driven past there many times without even knowing about it! All I need now is a boat! lol! Thanks for another informative and enjoyable video. 🙂
@markattardo 7 ай бұрын
Nice seeing another aspect of the canals👍👍
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@lynmoore8355 7 ай бұрын
well even thou you David arn't not cruising anymore the canals............. your utube channel.... here is still the best on the utube channel your knowledge and video here are just the best..... please don't stop............. we miss you on the canals as a narrow boater, but still love your Vvlogs.... thanks you...
@colblimp 7 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this one. Well put together and very interesting.👍
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Many thanks!
@sheepdog1102 7 ай бұрын
A good work out and good time what more could you ask for 😊
@glencrandall7051 7 ай бұрын
A wonderful organization. It almost makes me wish I lived in the UK. But guess it's a bit late for me so I'll just be content to stay in the USA. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂
@imnottellingyoumyname3050 7 ай бұрын
Never too late mate
@sbrunner69 7 ай бұрын
Wow what a great effort to bring is an exceptional story!
@killenukont4170 7 ай бұрын
You always manage to show the beauty of where you are. But also show the places to stop on your way for facility’s like toilets and bins and more
@nilo70 7 ай бұрын
Love this episode David ! Thank you for sharing this with us Cheers From California 😊
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@helicopter12345678 7 ай бұрын
Dogs like fluffy microphones 😎 great vlog as always David
@carycoombe3380 7 ай бұрын
Thank you for explaining (one kind of) boat clubs. They were always an unknown for me, when I would see them in your videos. It is interesting that the sign at the end said "Non residential" - I guess that means "no live a boards"?
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Correct
@donotwantahandle1111 7 ай бұрын
Ah... moist cake by the river. Bliss!
@paulhaynes8045 7 ай бұрын
I used to think 'one day he'll run out of ideas', but not any more! Very interesting, David, thank you once again.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Crikey, no pressure then 🤣🤣
@zapfanzapfan 7 ай бұрын
What a wonderful tranquil spot.
@DualorProductions 7 ай бұрын
I'd be delighted to see something like this up north
@davidsneddon8508 7 ай бұрын
Another really nice morning surprise blog ❤
@mellissadalby1402 7 ай бұрын
Hi David! That look like.a really nice place.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
It is!
@RayoAtra 7 ай бұрын
good lord its starting to get cold, might have to rewatch 100 episodes or so
@Wairoakid 7 ай бұрын
Keep these coming David. Great content.
@MortenHjrnevik-ti6sg 7 ай бұрын
Very interesting David..I do look forward to your posts so keep them coming please
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@randynovick7972 7 ай бұрын
Nifty! Thanks for sharing this, David.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@caniacstevehenderson7115 7 ай бұрын
A very nice facility & island .... love that sea otter 😊😊😊😊
@leedavies3629 7 ай бұрын
Nice one Dave looks a great place to hang out 🙂🎥🎤✌️
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
It sure is
@Kev_the-Brinklow-Kayaker 7 ай бұрын
Now that is a great idea such a good social island but I bet your business doesn't stay your own for long lol 😅 Could be a fantastic place with all the hands ✋️ helping to tidy the place. Good visit cheers. Kev the Brinklow kayaker 😅
@thomasbernecky2078 7 ай бұрын
being an American and an official BBQ spotter, I can see from the drone shot they're having a fundraiser goat roast, and/or chicken (I've always loved the Cornell Chicken marinade myself) barbecue dinner fundraiser. Good for them. I would get on the list myself, if I A. Lived in the UK, B. Owned a Narrowboat.
@meanqueensuperscrimper8908 7 ай бұрын
I'm almost tempted to buy a boat, just so I can moor there. I love the community aspect of the island. Thank you for this interesting video. ilona
@lucillecash3046 7 ай бұрын
Fabulous place and another informative video from David.
@robertcallander1065 7 ай бұрын
Nice one David I’ve lived in Burghfield most of my life it was great to see your video thanks 👍👍👍👍
@nickes6168 7 ай бұрын
Mandatory weekend viewing. Cheers!..and cheese sandwiches!
@donaldstenico5266 7 ай бұрын
Looks like a very enjoyable club.
@weekendcruiser 7 ай бұрын
Great video, and so interesting to learn about the boat club! Cheers
@FriendlyFecker 7 ай бұрын
We cruised past this island a few weeks back. We cheerfully greeted one old lady standing on the back of her boat with a good morning, only to get a dirty look back and ignored. They obviously don’t like outsiders!
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Everyone can have a bad day sometimes :-(
@myhillslife27 7 ай бұрын
Another great video. Sounds brilliant.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@stifledvoice 7 ай бұрын
Looks like their boats are narrow, but their hearts are big.
@brain8484 7 ай бұрын
wide
@jamesdavis5096 7 ай бұрын
That is what we are, No one in between. and we can rely on each other
@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501 7 ай бұрын
Wow how fantastic is that. Love it. Great vlog. Thank you 🙏
@lucindawilson5510 7 ай бұрын
thanks David.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Cheers
@AhmedKhoga 7 ай бұрын
❤Thank you
@splatten8597 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for this
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@hobbshire9373 7 ай бұрын
At .08/10:15 there seems to be a bush/tree moving down the sidewalk all by it’s self.😮😮😂😂 Cracked me up! Thanks for the vlog!😊😊
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
😁
@Simon_Nonymous 7 ай бұрын
They look like a great bunch of people David. Have you ever had dogs, or would you, if you could?
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
My family had dogs, I do like them
@holly-go-lightly 7 ай бұрын
Well done vlog today. Bridge views are always my favorite, especially with that water flow. Thank you for posting,❤
@_DENZEL_ Ай бұрын
How did i miss this one, great video mate
@ElementofKindness 7 ай бұрын
Seeing how members are motivated to do a certain amount of maintenance to maintain membership, it makes me pretty proud to be the sole informal, completely voluntary person taking care of a 100 acre abandoned nature education center, without membership benefits or financial assistance. Granted, there are no buildings to maintain. Just a couple acres of grass field and trails to keep cut, signs to maintain, trail paint blazes to be refreshed, and checking/clearing the several miles of trails of tree blow-downs. I also have a lofty goal of replacing a failed footbridge, so less mobile people will have access to more of the trail network.
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
😀😀
@robertl6196 7 ай бұрын
Lovely little place.
@paulhaynes8045 7 ай бұрын
The 'poo tank' worried me a bit though. I can see the logic in filling it with water in floods so it doesn't float away. But at the same time, part of my ex-project manager's brain is saying (rather loudly) "what can possibly go wrong?"
@marilynkirby-roach187 7 ай бұрын
It sounds amazing.
@garym518 7 ай бұрын
A most enjoyable video, thanks David.
@jasonbevan3525 7 ай бұрын
Great video (and subject).
@happysporran 5 ай бұрын
Excellent, uplifting video.
@steveowens398 7 ай бұрын
What a lovely spot and community! Do they take volunteer help David? It might be fun to pitch a tent and do a bit of clean-up on holiday.
@gafrers 7 ай бұрын
Lovely Island and Club
@ehole593 7 ай бұрын
Greetings from Texas. Love the channel. Thanks!
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@LKBRICKS1993 7 ай бұрын
Excellent really enjoyed watching it
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
😀😀😀
@lewis72 7 ай бұрын
IMO, your voice as the outro music comes into play is getting as iconic as William Woolard's voice over "Out of the Blue" by Elton John. !
@renozirk3279 7 ай бұрын
Lovely
@donclay3511 7 ай бұрын
Am really enjoying your channel!!!
@CruisingTheCut 7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@lars1701again 7 ай бұрын
I so miss you and your boat lol
@MotownJT 7 ай бұрын
Would be the one out there doing yard work which what I prefer over parties.
@msamour 7 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video. This is very interesting from the sociological aspect of boat life. This does not really exist in Canada mostly because of winter. It would be impossible to live on a small boat in the winter here. Except the West Coast come to think of it.