The HUGE £25m Canal Restoration to Unlock Runcorn. Ep. 150.
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3 жыл бұрынI meet with charity team 'Unlock Runcorn', poised to start work on a huge £25m canal restoration which will see a new boat lift, a two-staircase lock, marina, and innovative incline boat lift to reconnect the Bridgewater Canal in Runcorn to the Manchester Ship Canal. I uncover the history of the original locks, and check out the scale of the works that are set to begin soon near the famous Silver Jubilee Bridge and Mersey Gateway.
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@robtheplod 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fabulous vlog Colin - you never cease to amaze me with your enthusiasm and interest. You put the BBC/ITV etc to shame with your reporting skills!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, thank you sooooooooo much! 👍🏻💜
@marjoriejohnson6535 3 жыл бұрын
I will second this...color me impressed.
@HuwJones 3 жыл бұрын
And I'll third this....absolutely super vlog. Really enjoyed this after a busy day. And I'll look forward to visiting it in the future! I'll probably throw some money their way too.
@MrJezster 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed - you should at least contact Netflix and suggest series. There would appear to be huge interest for the inland water ways in America.
@petejones9755 3 жыл бұрын
Two pints of lager and a packet of crisps please!😉
@vikeng21 3 жыл бұрын
the passion to restore history is amazing. hopefully they succeed in their endeavors.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Let's hope so!
@JamieSteam 3 жыл бұрын
I hope so too, but as soon as he mentioned "9 metre boat lift", and "Inclined Plane" I began to suspect it'll never become reality. So much big $$$ engineering, not just locks and concrete.
@mikeriester8798 3 жыл бұрын
Colin, not only do you provide us with the history of the canals and area, but now you’re telling us about the future too! Wow! Great episode, hopefully you’ll be able to travel the new section in the future. I hope Shaun enjoys getting his feet done! 🦶
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
That's the plan!
@srleo36 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been a member of unlock Runcorn for over a year and this is far clearer description of what’s going on than the website gives
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
I hope it all comes off 👍🏻
@jillanderson7048 3 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness there are still people with vision and passion for keeping the history of England's canals alive. Fantastic vlog, Colin!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jill 👍🏻
@luke-xg4fu 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Runcorn and I’m also a big supporter of the unlock Runcorn campaign. It’s great to see my favourite boat channel talk about this and let more people see the opportunity to see this.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Gonna be ace!
@lakotathierauf2419 3 жыл бұрын
I work nights in Afghanistan and this is literally the highlight of my week.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you!
@ru12lesbian 3 жыл бұрын
That was fantastic! It is good to see people passionate about the past and also trying to revitalize history to make a future.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@oliveroach9609 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Runcorn, thank you for putting Runcorn on your KZfaq . X
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@LonleyCopy 3 жыл бұрын
Btw guys Its called Dukesfield the area, the house where you connect and talk about is my mum lives there we been fighting for this for years before the houses where built it had warehousing and large docks which as kids we named the Salty and used to have tanneries also, but Halton council has tried to scupper us selling on the lands by selling to developler's Glad the unlock team are getting on it
@sonnybrooks264 3 жыл бұрын
Y’all should be paid canal system spokesmen. You do an awesome job presenting all types of information on the canal system. 👍
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, thanks Sonny
@timjackson3954 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, the memories. Sitting on a derelict lock gate in summer 1965 (before they were filled in) while taking a break from painting the bottom of our boat in Runcorn dry dock. With a transistor radio playing Sonny & Cher's "I got you babe".
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Hehe! Glad we could bring that one back for you 👍🏻
@rickgrainrevitalu4200 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic news about Runcorn with ambitious plans not only for a boat lift but also an inclined plane! I can't wait to see this taking shape. Thanks guys for keeping up the interest in how the canals were developed
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed!
@kevinhunt1468 3 жыл бұрын
Spot on video. I think that honestly this is one of your best productions that I have seen to date. At one point I felt like I was watching a documentary or a news cast. The video editing is phenomenal as well as the footage and the two gentlemen that you had in the video being interviewed were both excellent guests. Well done! -from Canada
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Kevin. I’m sure they’ll be glad to read that 👍🏻
@jmcwill2002 3 жыл бұрын
Colin, your screen transitions, especially the fades between historical shots and modern, are top notch! I feel like I'm watching a Ken Burns documentary. Very interesting and well done!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@krnlg 3 жыл бұрын
Its so amazing the care and passion people have towards the canals. But its no wonder - they're an asset to everywhere they pass through. A network built on volunteers' goodwill and working for the benefit of everyone around. Great to see this project! I live fairly near to a canal, and as with so many of them, it only exists as a navigable waterway because of the efforts of volunteers and fundraising past and present, restoring the whole thing from a blocked, dry state. Now all the towns and villages along it have this great asset. If the team of Unlock Runcorn can pull this off there's no doubt it will be a great addition to Runcorn both now and for a long time to come :)
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Let's hope so! 👍🏻👍🏻
@BSTArgentina 3 жыл бұрын
Great story. So appreciate the passion of the local people who are making a difference for their community
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
It's great! 👍🏻
@saracrull9416 3 жыл бұрын
The bit in the outtakes where you-know-who spots a you-know-what was hysterical. Laughed so hard my right side went into spasm. 💖💖💖🌵
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it 😂
@christinetaylor6897 3 жыл бұрын
I love the way you fade the old photos into present day. Cx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Christine 👍🏻
@jeremymitchell995 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely exceptional 'documentary'....no other word for it...I think we can forget words like vlog now, or video...this is just quality.
@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you, Jeremy!
@terrycook1329 3 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant idea! The whole of Runcorn needs to get behind this as it will be an enormous boon to the local economy.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree! 👍🏻
@patriciamartin1626 3 жыл бұрын
Hello from Tennessee USA. It would be fantastic to see the old canal reopened. To me it is sad to see history and historical place just erased. Just because some people find it not useful anymore doesn't me it should be destroyed. As always thank you two for sharing your lives and travels with us. Stay safe and have a fantastic week.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
I hope so too
@andymoss 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Patricia! I now live in Nashville, but am originally from Worsley, arguably the home of the modern inland canal and the source of the Bridgewater Canal.
@nicolagandy5934 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Patricia - I think it's amazing that someone all the way away in Tennessee is someone watching a video all about Runcorn, the town where I was born and raised!! I am passionate about my home town's local history and I agree it would be great to see a slice of the past reinstated. So much of the local history is gone now but there are still some great hidden secrets tucked away! x
@patriciamartin1626 3 жыл бұрын
@@nicolagandy5934 I always think history is very important. And it is sad that some people don't care if they destroy the past. I see that alot here. I do plan on taking time to visit England in the next few years.
@patriciamartin1626 3 жыл бұрын
@@andymoss that sound like a really nice place.
@terancepreston5269 3 жыл бұрын
My grandparents settled in Runcorn late 30s after collecting Pot ash from ICI to take to the potteries . My grandad eventually got a job at ICI and the rest is history. I still live here. Canals are in my blood .This is amazing . Granny and Grandad would be so happy .
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍
@carliem9494 3 жыл бұрын
Reflexologist here, happy to give you a treatment Colin for a bit of Shaun’s cake and a glide up (or down) a bit of a canal! If the Runcorn project goes ahead, those properties’ value will sky-rocket! I’ve also been racking my brains as to who Shaun reminds me of and it finally came to me whilst watching re-runs of Robin of Sherwood ..... it’s Friar Tuck -- it’s the voice and the humour and something in the face. Shaun and the actor Phil Rose, probably hail from the same place. Enjoy the sunshine
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
ooooh, free reflexology!
@carliem9494 3 жыл бұрын
@@FoxesAfloat not free exactly - Cake is definitely required 😂😋😂
@nm2468 3 жыл бұрын
Stumbled across your KZfaq channel by chance and I’ve watched 150 episodes in 4 days 😂😂😂 you both crack me up!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
150 in 4 days???? And your sanity has held up? 🤣
@davidsmith1620 3 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy the semi-documentary sidebars from your tours. Informative, well-researched and well written additions to your touring. Much appreciated!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@ewoutbuhler5217 3 жыл бұрын
nothing semi about them, they're ace!
@tjaace6621 3 жыл бұрын
OMGIDDYAUNT! That restoration seems staggering. Excellent show, lads. You two could direct documentaries for a living. You've put me in a right good frame of mind, yet again. Thanks!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@nicolagandy5934 3 жыл бұрын
I'm from the old town of Runcorn and I've traced my family back to the early 1700s there, probably even longer, including a few generations living on the water. The more I learn about our local history, the more passionate about it I become. Great project to regenerate these spaces and share some of our history and heritage with visitors and locals alike. :) x
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one!
@omsoms9791 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, from the USA (Pennsylvania). My wife’s family can be traced back to Runcorn. Really cool project. Hopefully we can visit in the future!
@pameladwyer2244 3 жыл бұрын
Very impressed with the canal restoration and waterside development planned by the Runcorn group. I’m sure it will bring tourism and narrow boaters to the area. Colin, you are so skilled at historical narration, and your passion for English canals/history is wonderful. Shaun, all the best for healthy feet, and so glad you’ve both had your “jabs”! I’ve had my first, but we have to wait 112 days for the second jab in Ontario, as we have to share as many first jabs as possible. Canada is way behind on receiving enough serum. See you next week, guys!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Pamela! x
@chestervaper1672 3 жыл бұрын
Runcorn my home town for 40 years before I moved to Chester. Its great to see how much is planned for runcorn and the boating community. Awesome vlog guys. Made my day
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, cheers!
@alltheteam69 3 жыл бұрын
Gosh I was expecting them to say 10 years. How exciting and glorious will that be, hope they got a lottery grant.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
They're confident that funding is about to be awarded 👍🏻
@welshmanjasonpatrick8607 3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting for Runcorn restoration for canal bringing more tourists to town centre
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely!
@andyrbush 2 жыл бұрын
I am nearly up to date, but I can watch you guys over again and again. Just such pleasant vlogs.
@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын
When you catch up...... You have to start all over again from the beginning...... It's the law 🤣
@patmucklow9741 3 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable vlog, thank goodness there are people with the vision and dedication to renew and preserve the canals for us all.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@susanseller5825 3 жыл бұрын
So what was you worried about with this vlog ??? It was so informative, it kept me listening and looking no problem. What amazing positive people overseeing this large project, sounds great for the whole area. An excellent vlog --even without Otis in xxx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, thanks, Susan!
@michaela2972 3 жыл бұрын
I live in Runcorn, thank you for a brilliantly interesting video about our town 😁 I really hope this project goes ahead, I think it'll be absolutely amazing, and I really appreciate the effort and passion that Unlock Runcorn are putting into it.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed! It is a really great project 👍🏻
@jimmisura6533 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing vlog. I’m so glad that the canal restorations are still ongoing. Relinking major connections of the past, unlocking new economic potential, and creating new navigation loops to the system is exiting and crucial to the continuing evolution of the UK canals. Always informative, humorous and brilliant. Thanks guys. Cheers from Florida 🌴🌴🌴🌴
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yes! Thank you!
@petersimonsen9278 3 жыл бұрын
You killed me softly with your outtakes, all four of you, what a pleasure to watch/hear real people, so awesome 👏
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one. Thanks, Peter! (Hope you liked the drone footage - I had to get special permission to fly near the bridges!)
@jdsmith8038 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant as always guys and a Dinnerladies line to boot, a brilliant project to highlight!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks! (and from Babs) 😂
@samanthahanmer6031 3 жыл бұрын
I live in runcorn and never knew about this!! What an amazing project that will make a massive difference to the area. You are such a gentleman, so complimentary of our tired looking town. The drone footage was amazing too. My boyfriend and I love your videos for the interesting facts your point out along the way.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@lloydpenfold486 3 жыл бұрын
Impressed by the enthusiasm of the RLRS, so I've joined - it's only £5 a year, and hope to top that up with donations as work progresses.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@marinussnijder7941 3 жыл бұрын
I love these canal restouration flogs, passionate people in Runcorn, I like it👍
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@kenplatt7332 3 жыл бұрын
Probably one of the most interesting episodes yet an absolute pleasure to watch And of course the Waterloo pub was the exterior setting for the pub in Two pints of lager
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
It was! (we tell you that in next week's) 😂👍🏻
@LonleyCopy 3 жыл бұрын
The pubs in two pints Waterloo=now a buddist monks template across from canal who are very friendly. Wellington pub(Two pints pub was called in show the Mayhew) over the road from the locks Met the cast, good times in runcorn
@shane121 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys hope you're staying well. Fantastic vlog once again. You need your own TV show on the TV. See you next week.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, Shane!
@cherryclark2572 3 жыл бұрын
What a great vision for the cabal and for Runcor. Lovely to hear about something really positive! Thanks so much 😘
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@jasonhughes1674 3 жыл бұрын
Always happy to see the silver foxes notification pop up.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it
@BarneyLeith 3 жыл бұрын
What an amazing project to rejoin the Bridgewater canal to the Manchester Ship Canal! Brilliant segment! Hope Sean's feet are OK!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Haha! They're fine 😂
@kennethhough3251 3 жыл бұрын
How interesting re opening that old canal. Restoring a bit of History for future generations to enjoy.. Thank you for sharing your views from your backyard..
@marianshattock2732 3 жыл бұрын
I wish you well with this project. My great grandfather, born in Runcorn, had his first job at the age of 12 leading a barge horse. Went on eventually to own a Mersey Flat.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow!
@wendybrealey8368 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliantly presented vid and so encouraging to see such enthusiasm. I can’t help wonder how they are managing to raise the millions needed for such a huge project but have no doubt their confidence and determination will find a way. It’s so great to see the preservation and restoration of the canal networks throughout the UK.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
They're confident the funding is there 👍🏻
@elainehooton6108 3 жыл бұрын
Colin, you had no need to worry, this was a really interesting Vlog, I’ve never seen anything of Runcorn except the station on my many childhood trips with my nana from Nuneaton to Liverpool (change at Crewe!). She was always doing people’s feet as a chiropodist. 😃
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Haha! Nice one. Thanks Elaine! x
@evelynsutton4411 3 жыл бұрын
Yay for the Runcorn project! BRILLIANT to see canal building still alive!! How wonderful it woild be to see a lot more being built countrywide. Shaun, enjoy your tootsies 'being done' and yes Colin, you have got lovely feet, l have often thought so, very shapely and elegant! xx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, thank you!
@barbarahickman410 3 жыл бұрын
Morning my lovelies have a lovely Sunday ,, keep the lovely photos coming ,,, as iv said before they would make a brilliant calendar, another item to add to your shopping channel, take care all of you x
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Have a nice day!
@opathesecond5438 3 жыл бұрын
You two just keep getting better and better!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, thanks, David!
@mikeweston7585 3 жыл бұрын
What a huge project for only being a few short years away! Get yer diggers out, boys! And Shaun, I'm sure they'll need some entertainment in that new visitor's centre. No one rides for free, ya know! You two just keep coming with the great topics and the history. It's great! And tell Otis, he can get his paws dirty too!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
haha! we'll be back 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@RobEJC 3 жыл бұрын
Anyone have a count on how many times Shaun has said, "You can't say that..." to Colin on these videos? Love these guys!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Hundreds 🤣
@RobEJC 3 жыл бұрын
@@saemi74 Seems a bit low, but ok ;)
@chrismartin3188 3 жыл бұрын
Good evening Faffers. Here at last. Unlock Runcorn must be very grateful for putting their plans out there. I echo the other commentaries on the quality of this vlog - again. Here endeth autism week. I was on a conf call today and saw it on a banner. Thought of you Colin. Happy weekend guys. 🍷🍷🤔🍷
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Chris, as always! x
@DavidABurns 3 жыл бұрын
Your Vlogs that are of a documentary nature/style are your best work! They have been well presented, and are a joy to watch.You have no need to be concerned over the next one, it will be brilliant!!!!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@HughieW 3 жыл бұрын
Afternoon gents! That is an IMMENSE project, absolutely fascinating! While I am nowhere near Runcorn, it'll be on my "places to visit" list for sure, be it by boat or by road! Great video as always chaps, enjoy the nice sunny weekend... shouldn't have said that, it'll jinx it :o
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@keithpegg7825 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, great story of renewed life for an old cut.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@nigelsmith7955 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! I love that people and communities are working to open up old sections of canals and improve there towns around projects like this! It’s amazing the cost now considering what it was built for originally. Local companies could help out, schools and colleges should be included to help with the program and get younger people interested in the canals and see that it’s a good thing for the community. Great job guys!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@greghilton7797 3 жыл бұрын
A roller coaster ride for narrowboats, Whoopee! Tha's an amazing project. Thanks chaps. Cheers
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Hehe. Gonna be so cool!
@tadroid3858 3 жыл бұрын
A podiatrist is your foot doctor in the US. You should be the narrator of a Runcorn video promoting the project. I'm excited just watching this video!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@ianinvancouverbc 3 жыл бұрын
would be cool if they could open up the St Helens Canal up through to St Helens, one of the oldest canals in the country. Could cross the Mersey at high tide and head up there
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
That would be ace!
@spud74 3 жыл бұрын
Nearly 100k views in just under a week!!! My late grandad worked on the locks during his early days, he would have been made up with this. Great effort guys-best of luck!!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Thanks 👍🏻
@jossmaxwell00 3 жыл бұрын
So nice to hear of Canal restoration plans. I do hope they launch a you tube channel to document the works. Thanks for high lighting this project. Stay safe and well you 3
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Joss
@cronauer1985 3 жыл бұрын
That project sounds amazing, I'm hoping that Chesterfield can get reconnect to the trent.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
That would be fab!
@stephenbirchall941 3 жыл бұрын
I moor at Preston Brook as my main mooring and will be back on Sunday. Give me a wave as you pass! I might well join the Restoration Society so thanks for the information. NB I stayed in Castlefield last night having done the Rochdale 9 and all was peaceful thank goodness.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Ah, we've already passed to get off the Bridgewater before our free time runs out 👍🏻
@aaronbrutcher279 3 жыл бұрын
I'm always impressed by how well you match the location and camera setup for the historic-to-modern photos - nicely done yet again!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Aaron 👍🏻
@rebeccaduben6455 3 жыл бұрын
I really do love all the history that you provide! These canals organizations need to hire you so they can have a site where you can access the history of the canals for boaters or anyone to access.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, Rebecca! x
@PS-sd8yc 3 жыл бұрын
Hi guys. It was so interesting to hear about the new project in Runcorn. Something to look forward to in the future and some good news which we all need. Stay safe.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@blakewilkinson2702 3 жыл бұрын
I love how you manage to fit in the comic relief, history and enthusiasm for the future. Your videos are incredibly slick, well edited and informative. Great Job!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@TheOBLife 3 жыл бұрын
My husband and I really enjoy your Channel even though we have not tried any canals in Canada. You both provide a very informative and entertaining view of life on a narrow boat while highlighting many interesting places as you journey. Glad to see you are staying safe during these times where self isolation is a necessity it is important to have a good sense of humour, a strong partnership and thoughtful planning to make the best of it. You both are an excellent examples of these traits. I have tried Shaun’s shortbreads and the problem is that they are too good and disappear too quickly. Looking forward to more delightful blogs and Colin, the video editing and voiceovers and amazing and ,I know from experience, take an incredible amount of patience and time. Well done you Anita and Russ
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much guys!
@cu3tom_xd149 3 жыл бұрын
I have been living here all my life and didn't know that, much love yall :)
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Now you do xxx
@sarahgardiner1649 3 жыл бұрын
Tea and biccies have been thoughtfully consumed whilst catching up with you, chaps. Beautifully done, as ever and the Runcorn boys were lovely too. Very best of luck to the project! 🫖🍪
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@scoscar 3 жыл бұрын
Hey fellas, another great and informative vlog. Thank you both. You both really deserve to have your own TV show! Thanks again! 👍
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe one day!
@markattardo 3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's quite a project! Awesome job vlogging it for the world!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
It really is!
@bedclintred 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on this project, we all need more canals. The best days of my life are spent walking or riding along the canals it's the best place to unwind, & your can't put a price on that.👍😁😎🐶🌞
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
@agolftwittler1223 3 жыл бұрын
A £25m Canal Restoration? Well, whatever the cost it's worths to keep you two guys afloat. Take it as a personal compliment 😎
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@michellebyrom6551 3 жыл бұрын
Compared to the cost of building new roads these days thats real value for money. Its not just the boats. Cycling along towpaths is far nicer, and safer, than using roads. On that note, having space for tents as well as camper vans would be really useful. Like boats, daily distance is limited. Thirty years since I left M/c for Ireland yet these possibilities are exciting.
@deejayholliday 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video as always guys. It's always good to see and hear Maud howling with laughter.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@martynbuzzing3327 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad I found you guys. I love canal life and the history behind it. You are making it a treat to watch. Thanks 👍
@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure, Martin 👍🏻
@margaretwilliamson9659 3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's very exciting to see the rejuvenation plans for the canal at Runcorn.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait!
@bouc41 3 жыл бұрын
Friday at last, always worth waiting for, i've polished off an entire packet of dark chocoloate biscuits while watching this...
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one 😋
@michellebyrom6551 3 жыл бұрын
A whole packet? 😮 I'm jealous.
@tombartolomei4398 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fascinating vlog about an incredible exciting project. PLEASE keep us posted regarding the project’s progress. (Thanks also for all the 👣 references! 🤪)
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
We will!
@Robdutton91 2 жыл бұрын
Not sure exactly on the timeline of this video but the charity has received the necessary funding from the government’s ’Towns Fund’ and work has already started in places :)
@annlindsaywright3169 3 жыл бұрын
I’m in hospital yet again so I so so so enjoyed your vlog this week.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Ann. I hope everything is okay 💜
@adrianjapp 3 жыл бұрын
Great video guys. Great highlighting the Unlock Runcorn project! Thanks gents.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@edwinbest9256 3 жыл бұрын
Really hope they can pull off recreating this canal section. Looking forward to seeing Silver Fox pass through it!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@ewoutbuhler5217 3 жыл бұрын
probably Silver Fox II or whatever the name for the new 60 foot boat will be, great!
@kimnicholls2384 3 жыл бұрын
Evening boys Loving the new improved haircuts Good luck to everyone on the Runcorn project it will be wonderful when it’s all completed. Hope Otis is ok as didn’t see much of him today. Have a great weekend in the sunshine ☀️ Stay safe Love Kim x x
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@andyrbush 3 жыл бұрын
Another totally absorbing vlog, love it. The laughs along the way are priceless.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@southerncaliforniagynecolo5734 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great vlog.....these local stories about the canal are just fascinating. Today I cancelled my morning office just so I could watch your latest video as soon as it came out (Yeah, I’m hooked...).
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Oh no! 😂
@loreenmartens3466 3 жыл бұрын
Look forward to my Fridays here in Canada! you guys always put a smile on my face! looking forward to next weeks vlog!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@chilesauce7248 3 жыл бұрын
Go Runcorn, awesome! Thanks for another great video guys. Good to hear that the canals are to again bring prosperity to a town.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@nicoledalton5809 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck to the Runcorn Restoration Project. Can't wait to see you guys vlogging its progress and eventual completion.❤️
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Gonna be ace!
@carlrowland3757 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve only lived in Runcorn for around 5 years and this video popped up on KZfaq so I thought ok I will give this a watch to see what it’s all about, loved it and really hope that the team can achieve their goals with the canal 👍
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
It would be great!
@nikbennett4894 3 жыл бұрын
Flippin’eck, you make my Fridays, you!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, cheers, Nik! x
@InterestedinYT 3 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable and informative lads. I’m based in Scotland and now considering a narrow boat holiday.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@suethomson6013 3 жыл бұрын
Aw Colin. What a brilliant vid. So exciting to hear the plans for the Manchester Canal loop. How great for the town to have all those changes to look forward to. A huge project indeed. You are a wonderful documentary maker. But like they say" alongside every good man, etc etc. Hi Sean. I am sure you are a huge part of Colins success. God bless you both.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@davehollingworth5537 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic vision. What a massive undertaking. Good luck Runcorn! 😀. Oh, and proctologists indeed! 😂
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😁
@travelledfar 3 жыл бұрын
These types of projects are exciting. I went to see the Stirling Wheel several years ago, as a tourist attraction, and marvelled at the engineering. This could have the same sort of 'fan-base'. I like the idea of a day-trip around the loop.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, gonna be ace!
@lynnpaalman1139 3 жыл бұрын
Good news for Runcorn. Thanks for the Reflexology plug 👣
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Haha. Anytime 🦶🏻🦶🏻
@dansmirnov539 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Colin& Shaun great vlog today hope all 3 of you have a great weekend, love Dan&Karen
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers guys. You too!
@camerashy44 3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting and informative vlog! Those plans of the Unlock Runcorn group sound very grandiose but exciting for the area. I am sure that when you tell us about all the possibilities you have for future travel that you have already planned that out and are just keeping us in suspense! Stay well and keep on boating.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed it happens!!
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