Manchester's Underworld by Narrowboat - The Rochdale Nine Locks. Ep. 149.

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Today we'll take you through Manchester's underworld by narrowboat as we tackle the Rochdale Nine, the infamous last nine locks from the junction of the Ashton Canal and Rochdale Canal, down through the city centre of Manchester to Castlefield Basin.
We'll pass Manchester's gay village surrounding Canal Street, the peaceful Sackville Gardens where Colin tells the heartbreaking story of Alan Turing before joining the Bridgewater Canal at Castlefield Junction and head out towards the Old Trafford stadium, home to Manchester United.
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@shelleyloy6508 3 жыл бұрын

Can you just imagine what Alan Turing could have accomplished if society had just left him in peace, much less appreciated his work during his lifetime. So tragic.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree 💜

@rodneyparker9673 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting vlog on parts of canal system rarely seen. Well done Colin with pieces to camera while Shaun muscled the locks. Good division of labour. Thanks gents. Loved it.

@MrTimothypjr 3 жыл бұрын

Right?! We stole from ourselves as a society. He was a great person.

@mosschops1974 3 жыл бұрын

Alan Turing was a hero who was treated in the most inhuman way, just for being gay. Thank you for featuring his beautiful memorial. X

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree 💜

@stephenk9240 3 жыл бұрын

You can’t help who you fall in love with.

@sveng3192 3 жыл бұрын

Very very touching

@annteve 3 жыл бұрын

Steve Jobs was asked by Stephen Fry if the Apple Logo (an Apple with a bite out of it) was an intentional homage to Alan Turing. Jobs’ reply was that it was not but when he learned of Turing’s unfortunate treatment, he wished that it was.

@mosschops1974 3 жыл бұрын

@Daniel Hostetler I was thinking the same thing. How cruel to put anyone through such mental torture just for who they love. Even though we have moved forward since then I still feel ashamed that a 'civilised' society could treat Turing in such a way. 😔

@rickgrainrevitalu4200 3 жыл бұрын

The world owes Alan Turing so much. Thank you for highlighting the the monument to him

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Least we can do!

@mattspencer7823 3 жыл бұрын

Alan Turing was an absolute legend. My grandmother was part of the code breaking team at Bletchley during the war which overwhelms me with pride.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

I should think so too 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@matty6848 3 жыл бұрын

Wow Matt that’s a great story. Big respect to your grandmother. The work those people did literally turned the outcome of WW2. Until the enigma code was cracked literally tens of thousands of merchant and Royal Navy sailors were losing their lives due to being sunk by German U boats and we were weeks away from starvation, in fact that was Hitlers plan to starve us into submission. Thankfully because of people like Alan Turing and your grandmother that never happened And also saved millions in the process🇬🇧🙏🏼👍

@fredbuhl 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing the memorial to Turing; he remains an icon for us computer science folks. (AND he's about to go on the 50 pound note, I understand.)

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

That's right! 👍🏻

@themetalgardener4960 2 жыл бұрын

I got a bit misty eyed with the Alan Turing part. That Trans memorial sculpture is wonderful too.

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Shameful the way Alan was treated by his country xx

@SpencerF6 3 жыл бұрын

A touching tribute to Alan Turing. Loved seeing him surrounded by flowers.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@paulroberts5677 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazing trip. From Alan Turing to Canal Street and the Hacienda Club. I have a soft spot for Manchester. Went to Manchester Poly and it changed my life. Now 67. Thank you very much indeed. A much appreciated start to the weekend.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

We love Manchester! 🐝 💜 🏳️‍🌈

@dominicduncan5451 3 жыл бұрын

Well yet again you have produced a vlog that is the equal of any documentary in it's entertainment value and historical content. Thank you very much for your efforts, it was a joy to watch!😊×××

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you, Dominic!

@robbiehayes5508 3 жыл бұрын

Well said Dominic. I completely agree!

@verasileikis17 3 жыл бұрын

🇨🇦❤️Thanks for another great visit. I hadn’t heard of Alan Turing until I watched The Imitation Game. Mr. Turing died a couple of months before I was born and along with all of those that fought in the war, he’s one of the many people that sacrificed so much and are responsible for my freedom. I’m happy that the story of his life is now well known and celebrated. Although things have improved, there’s still a long way to go to stop the terrible ignorance and hatred that has destroyed too many lives. We need to be vigilant and follow the examples of loving kindness that illustrates that we’re doing our best and that love is love.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Well said, Vera 🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@paulroberts5677 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on.

@MrTimothypjr 3 жыл бұрын

You are so right. So much more to do.

@jamesrogers1452 3 жыл бұрын

Hello from Paducah, Kentucky USA. Love your show. Glad you did a piece on Alan Turing. I saw the movie The Imitation Game with Benedict Cumberbatch. I cannot believe a court in England did not recognize the hero he was and the lives he saved and how the war was shorten. If there is a God in heaven, which I believe there is, he is being rewarded for what he did for all of us in WW2. Keep giving us the great shows. Love them.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James 👍🏻

@thedude6688 3 жыл бұрын

Alan Turing was a real hero,love is love whichever way you look at it cheers

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely xxx

@michellejackson428 3 жыл бұрын

My 12 year old autistic son recently watched your video about autism and wanted to send you this poem he wrote last week for autism awareness... Autism makes me different In many, many ways, Sometimes I don't see clearly It can be a bit of a haze. At times I talk in a different voice Or struggle to use words at all, When I can't deal with the world around me I bang my head against the wall. Some people call me names Full of hate, cruelty and spite, These words really hurt me Until I cry myself to sleep at night. So remember I might be different But I'm also just the same, Autism isn't all I am I also have a name.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Well, that just made me cry! Please give him the biggest hug (if he allows hugs) and tell him he's amazing 💜 Also, please can I copy this (I'll hide the name) and post on our social media?

@michellejackson428 3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat Yes that would be fabulous, he has no self esteem or self belief at all so when he sees people like his things it gives him a little boost. Thank you. His name is Calvin and he loves your videos since finding the channel 💜

@michellejackson428 3 жыл бұрын

P.s we live not far from Manchester so the fact you are so close has made his day.

@emmacole2296 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful ❤️

@mairelordan4539 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful poem. 'I also have a name'. Can I print that on a t-shirt, please?

@curtbonnell4308 3 жыл бұрын

I know it was different times but what happened to Alan Turing was/is a blight on British history. I am glad that the Govt. finally did the right thing by him. It warms my heart to see how people leave flowers on his birthday. Great video guys. Manchester looks like a very nice city.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

We love Manchester! 🐝

@judefrazier4727 3 жыл бұрын

My Dad worked with Alan Turing at Bletchley Park during ww II, as a cryptographer working to break the Nazi code on the Enigma, the Ultra Secret....one of 13 top cryptographers sent to help the Brits at Churchill’s request from the USA... so proud of my Dad💓 and Alan Turing and all the Bletchley code breakers.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! You must be so proud 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💜💜💜

@RichardWatt 3 жыл бұрын

And after the war we and the Americans sold refurbished Enigma machines to other countries but didn't tell them we'd cracked the system.

@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook 3 жыл бұрын

God bless him , you and your family and everybody on the GOOD path and seeking and working towards it. Great to know thankyou for telling us.

@user-lr5hm5ne5b 5 ай бұрын

Wonderful memories

@stetomlinson3146 3 жыл бұрын

Usual high standards of programme making guys, thank you so much. Hatred, bigotry and prejudice. Total wastes of the human brain and emotions. Thank you for highlighting these things. By shining light on them it helps bring about change and tolerance. Good stuff.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Let's hope so, Ste! 💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@jdweekley 3 жыл бұрын

I've been to Manchester a few times, but I wasn't aware there was a memorial to Alan Turing, there. I always learn so much from your videos, guys! Great history, humor and honesty about life on a narrowboat in England!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@arthuralford 3 жыл бұрын

I have fond memories of Manchester from my time there in 2000. Seeing Canal Street, the memorials and Alan Turing's statue were both sad and happy. Sad for all the loss, and happy that we still persevere.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Great words 👍🏻

@heatherjones4034 3 жыл бұрын

Alan Turing is one of those truly enigmatic men we all know and admire. Thank you for this film.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure, Heather 💜🐝👍🏻

@phoebebrown2883 2 жыл бұрын

Alan Turing a perfect person in every way.

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely ❤️

@donnalangendam237 3 жыл бұрын

Never bored watching you guys. You must spend heaps of time researching. It's much appreciated

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Donna!

@nataliecook2350 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, I have never commented on a video before, but here I am in Ecuador (teaching in Quito) and you are literally moored right next to the flat I use to live in, in Manchester. I am super super homesick now, haha! Hope you have a lovely time in the best city in the world. Thanks for all the amazing videos!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

No way! Hehe! Nice one. It's lovely here!

@kathleenelliott4916 2 ай бұрын

This was one of my favourite videos of yours. Your tribute to Alan Turing was very touching. He was such a brilliant man.

@josmills9096 Ай бұрын

My Dad passed away last month and I've just discovered an email from 2021 asking me to watch this video, I didn't even realise he'd sent it Dad adored boats of all kinds & grew up in Manchester, worked as the main contractor on the Hacienda ( which was formerly a yacht warehouse/showroom ) he loved our City, he loved the canals, he loved his heritage. How amazing that I've found that email & been able to watch you guys as if he were here with me :) Along with a final note from him below...... I didn't actually realise, we took that lovely sunny walk in 2022 all the way from Lock 91 up to Piccadilly Basin. I will miss him so much but this has really brightened my day. Cheers - Jos ( and Rob ) 'DO YOU FANCY A LOVERLEY SUNNY DAYS WALK SUM TIME ALONG IT . I OFTEN THINK OF THE AMAZING DAY WHEN YOU TOOK ME THE FIRE STATION AND WE SAT CHATTING IN THE OLD COURT HOUSE. WHAT A LOVELY SPECIAL TIME WE HAD XXX.Dad

@FoxesAfloat Ай бұрын

His, we’re so so sorry you lost your Dad. Sending you much love and hugs ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@martystacey4429 3 жыл бұрын

Deftly done as always boys👌😎Alan Turing's contribution to British history deserves to be on every school curriculum👍 Not all war heroes were in combat🇬🇧⚔️ KTF🙏

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree 👍🏻

@chazzyb8660 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think I've ever congratulated you on the superb photography and framing of images you are getting in these videos. So congratulations, and thanks, on bringing us some wonderful images of Manchester. And, Colin, it's good to see you sending Shaun (and his muscles) to defend you from the rif-raf in Manchester! And, lovely to see the memorial to Alan Turing. My late great friend Mavis Batey, who cracked codes at Bletchley Park, said Alan was often away in a world of his own, drifting off into the gardens at Bletchley in his slippers, and on arriving at the pond and realising there was nowhere to put his mug of tea, just chucking the empty cuppa into the pond. The hacienda - a mate of mine designed the loos! His first job - as it were. I kept expecting Martin and James to turn up and lead you off down some tunnel… Glad he got a plug! Cha- boom- Cha!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! We did plan to but waiting until after Covid.

@robwynne1684 3 жыл бұрын

Compulsive Saturday in bed viewing. A top, top episode, we (Lucy and I) both shed a tear at the inhumanity toward Alan Turing. I feel ashamed at the actions of our so called civilised society that causes people to despair and take their own lives. Have a great week guys..

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

🐝 💜🏳️‍🌈

@kaygionfriddo5989 3 жыл бұрын

The memorials and canal street are so beautiful and heartening. My dad used to talk about canal street. He said it was one of the few places he could be himself. It’s sad that others try and tell us how to live our lives. God bless you guys and Otis. Canal on. ❤️💚💜💙🧡

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kay 👍🏻💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@stecosgrove3779 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliantly entertaining and informative in equal measure. Great tribute to Turing, father of my profession 👍

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@brandynstanton4121 3 жыл бұрын

Your vlog helped me through a very difficult time recently; you're a true inspiration in so many ways. Love from America!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

You got this!

@lockingthroughlife2587 3 жыл бұрын

Omg. I watch your videos religiously every week guys. This weeks felt so special to me. My parents used to own a narrow boat and I joined them nearly 20 years ago in Manchester when they were moored at Castlefield and we went opposite way to to you and up Canal Street. Having only just told them I was gay to go there was an eye opener for us all. The bars were packed and we got stuck in a very leaky lock. Lots of guys lept over the wall from having a pint and helped us push the leaking gates shut so the water could equalise and we could get out. I will always remember my Dad saying to me “aren’t the gays helpful”. As it’s nearly 6 years since we lost Dad to see these sights again and remember the times I spent with him and mum and the boat brings a tear to my eye. Thanks for an absolutely fantastic vlog this week. Meant so much to me and brought me so many happy memories. ❤️

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Aren't the gays helpful. Love it! We LOVE Manchester! 👍🏻💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@markgregory8352 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brilliant as ever. Listening to the story about Alan Turing was shocking 😡 Take care guys 👍😀

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Mark 👍🏻💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@pameladwyer2244 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Colin and Shaun, for another really informative video. I love British history and years ago was greatly upset by Alan Turings’ treatment at that time, and how he was driven to suicide. We need to embrace all of our differences, and appreciate our gifts. Best wishes from Ontario!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Thanks, Pamela.

@kalkan98 3 жыл бұрын

The production Quality in your videos Colin is second to none,I are always Find them educational, funny,and very entertaining,Love the camera work also especially when you use the drone,you are a professional in your field and you and shaun should be very proud of yourselves,Keep up the great work......

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 That means so much, Chris 👍🏻

@GeeGee135 3 жыл бұрын

Hear hear xx

@mickgorman9782 3 жыл бұрын

I was aware of Alan Turing’s story but you telling it had me in tears. 🥲 we have come a long way but we ain’t there yet. ✌️

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe one day.

@thekraken5788 3 жыл бұрын

i was born in manchester and have lived in manchester for 25 years. in this video you have taught me so many things i didn't know, in such a pleasing and proud way. Thankyou to both of you.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! We LOVE Manchester! 👍🏻💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@jimbob356 3 жыл бұрын

You spend alot of time and effort to give us so much information in your vlogs. I am surprised a tv company havent snapped you up.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

We've had loads of offers, but turn them down. We like to keep control of our content xxx

@18robsmith 3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat Very wise, too many good "acts" (if you'll excuse being called an "act") have been ruined in recent years by getting signed by a TV company and loosing their real identity to corporate mush

@MrTimothypjr 3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat please keep this mentality. You’re freedom to tell the stories you do-the way you do depends on NO ONE telling you what to to. It’s authentic, wonderful, and better than any BS a broadcaster demands.

@KarrierBag 3 жыл бұрын

a couple of years ago my son was on the rochdale in his boat (my first boat) heading west and there was so little water in the canal they were closing it behind him, he was dragging his boat out and into locks by rope (he is a big lad mind) he ended up right in the middle of Manchester on / around canal street for 8 months outside a marina, i don't remember the lock number though. During this time he was warned by people about how his windows will be broken etc..... not once did he have any problems, got to know the locals and because he was bought up in a traveling circus he knows how to deal with pretty much anyone and they would bring him milk and bread and beer.... Do NOT PLAN to come up through selby (though would be lovely to meet you as i am on the selby canal myself) as the canal swing bridge is bust at the basin onto the ouse (up to york / rippon) or Goole because of the leaking aire and caulder at new junction...... good luck...... x x

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍🏻

@motorcoachtech7615 3 жыл бұрын

Another great history vlog. We as a society are getting better , but we still have a long long way to go. No human being should be treated the way Alan Turing was regardless of status.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Well said!

@kayreynolds9769 3 жыл бұрын

ThAnkyou fro Cheering me up. I am from Manchester and am a nurse in USA. When I have a bad day you both make me laugh . Nobody across pond knows what a bacon butty is.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! It's food from the Gods! 🥓 😋

@dearjonboy 3 жыл бұрын

Ace one for mentioning Martin Zero. We love his videos too. Would be nice for him to join you again sometime

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure we will after the restrictions are over 👍🏻

@MrTimothypjr 3 жыл бұрын

Martin’s great. Well worth a subscribe!

@urbanrider403 3 жыл бұрын

Great bit about Alan Turing,he should be awarded a posthumous knighthood.His treatment was shocking even for the times. Chris

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree, Chris 🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@james7149 3 жыл бұрын

As a same-sex couple (only16 years together) we sometimes question how far we’ve come with equality, rights and acceptance. Your remarkable vlog is confirmation that things have improved significantly. Symbolically, from the famous Canal St. Clubs to a married same-sex couple passing by Canal St. in their narrowboat as home and family perhaps marks those changes. However, we’re still reminded that it was a very different world not so long ago. Your tribute to Alan Turing was a reminder of just how far we’ve come, and, the futility of war. Colin, we feel this vlog is one of your finest. It’s touches so many remarkable aspects of Canal life with your superb photography, historical information and the delightful connection you have with each other. The city landscape of the Canal network (Manchester) is eye-opening and proves that the British Canal network really is a wonder of the world. BTW, Shaun, if my partner had said what’s for tea after doing all of those locks, to put it nicely I’d have replied “only you would know that, your making it” 😂😂😂🤗

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Ah, but we each have our duties. Colin spends literally days planning, researching, going out to do reccy on the route, hours and hours of work. Hence, I do my stuff and he does his. Proper ship-shape 👍🏻

@james7149 3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxesAfloat Yes, I know what you mean...we balance our days that way with each doing his specialty, it definitely balances out to equal contributions, definitely sign of a healthy relationship 🤗

@markrutter5996 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting about Alan Turing and what a shame how he was treated. Bit dodgy where you were but you had guard dog Otis keeping watch. Great info and superb camera work. My Mum who is 80 has been saying all week that the boys are on Friday at 4 . . . Bless her she really adores you both. Take care and see you next week.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark! x

@debbie62140 3 жыл бұрын

Great episode. Thank you for sharing Alan Turing's story and the memorials, especially the transgender plaque, it meant a lot to me.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@ArooDoggo 3 жыл бұрын

You two absolutely lift my spirits every week. I adore being on the water but it’s just a distant memory for me now as I’m disabled and housebound, but your blogs give me what I need every week!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Glad we can do that for you 💜

@margaretwilliamson9659 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful episode as always. Mechanucs of locks, creepy low head room and great history, art and tribute. I love Friday evenings watching your vlogs.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

@georgejones8026 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for educating myself and others who aren't familiar with WWII history. Wishing you both health and giving respect.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks George! x

@angelarichards3588 3 жыл бұрын

I was crying going through the gay village and that beautiful transgender carving. I grieve for those poor souls that have suffered so poorly.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

💜

@matty6848 3 жыл бұрын

Yes and Alan Turing being one of the biggest victims. Saved his country from total destruction, saved the lives of millions of people especially merchant and Navy sailors who were being sunk by Hitlers U boats bringing in vital supplies like food and ammunition to help keep the war effort going and his thanks from the government was them turning their backs on him just because he was gay. Had Hitler and Germany invaded Britain its doest bear worth thinking about the consequences? Especially as Hitler sent gay people straight to the gas chambers. Just the thought of it is truly awful.

@grahamlewis6062 3 жыл бұрын

Colin and Sean, maybe not the prettiest of your vlogs, it certainly one of the best. 🌟🌟 You’ve shown another side of this fantastic history of canals. Lovely tribute to that dear man and mind - Turing - SO underestimated in what he achieved. 🌟👏 And there IS a plug in the canal 🤣🤣 Just brilliant , again Thank you. 😃🍰🍰☕️☕️. Joan

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@AlisonBryen 2 жыл бұрын

As a Martin Zero subscriber, I was so excited to see Tib Lock!

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, you're his subscriber 🤣

@mkg59 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tribute to Alan Turing. No one should have gone through what he and so many others went through. As a society we have so far to go. Hugs to you. Shaun and Otis.

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark. We totally agree 💜

@Panzerkita61 3 жыл бұрын

Very much enjoyed the Alan Turing tribute! Just waiting on my credit card to be delivered & then its Patreon time & merch buying time. Woo-hoo 🎉🥳 Have a great week ✌🏻💖😎

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@ThemeParkBazza 3 жыл бұрын

Mind those steps Shaun !

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@karenhellmann7707 3 жыл бұрын

You two are fast becomming The Best Precenters of narrow boat live and the history around the Canals. Colin is a gifted documentarist and Shaun the quiet center of strength that makes all this possible. Thank you guys, Hope to meet you on the Canals in a few years. 😊🤗

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@dorsettyke 3 жыл бұрын

Nice tribute to Alan Turing. Well done. 👍🏽

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@jorgemiguel1040 3 жыл бұрын

Many steps forward in the long journey for equality for ALL PEOPLE! Such a nice story.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jorge 👍🏻💜

@hakanmax 3 жыл бұрын

One of your best in my view. Two segments touched me on a personal note. The part on Sackville Gardens made me think of my ex, Jackie, whom being transgender have had to withstand not only degrading words from random people in the streets, at restaurants and so on, but also physical abuse at times. You then mentioned Alan Turing, the father of computers as we know them, who was gay. He ended his life not being allowed to live as the person he was. It led me to this; Today it's been 380 days since my current boyfriend Xavier and I parted at an airport some 10000 kilometers from where I live. Covid have made it impossible for us to reunite, as we don't have the same citizenship. It's not as final as Turings destiny, I know that, but still, living apart, only being able to be together on Skype is tough. If we'd been married it would have been different, but same sex marriages aren't allowed where Xae lives. So thank you guys for this installation. It's nice to know there are people who think and feel in the world. You certainly are two of these.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing much I can add to that. 💜

@matty6848 3 жыл бұрын

Another great Vlogs guys. RIP Alan Turing a true British legend and hero🇬🇧🙏🏼

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

100% Agree 👍🏻💜🐝

@Lulu-jl5zd 3 жыл бұрын

Manchester is the very best of places. Works hard, plays hard. Alan Turing... well our world would not be our world without him and I mean that in many many ways. If I'm allowed I'll be popping over to lay some flowers on his birthday. Great vlog xx

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Ah, we love Manchester! 💜 🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@familyupgrade 3 жыл бұрын

The movie with Benedict was amazing. The flowers made me cry a bit.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

💜

@sdrailfan892 2 жыл бұрын

The part on Alan Turing gets me every time I watch it. Thanks. I love all of the bits and pieces of information you add as you cruise.

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! x

@liamwilkinson2169 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this video in my own city and learning more about Alan turing!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻💜🐝

@frankgibson3749 3 жыл бұрын

Such a sensitive and well thought out tribute to Alan Turing. You guys are the best.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

💜

@triciamoores2545 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating and touching in equal measure. I misspent my youth in Manchester in the 1980s so loads of good memories. I loved your sensitive and touching item about Alan Turing x

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Ah, we love Manchester 💜🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@RobisonRacing68 3 жыл бұрын

I realize I am now a long term Foxes watcher since I'm in the States, have no canal boat or canal, and know why the marina is named Thomas Telford Marina and who ol' Tom was. LOL! The butterfly statue thing was awesome. So nice to see. I am the T in LGBTQ. - Lauren

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂 Well done 👍🏻👍🏻

@shazhorne 3 жыл бұрын

Colin and Shaun. I have to mention the outtakes first....... they were really funny. This vlog was really lovely. The history the music and the tribute to being gay and transgender. Colin you will know that means something to me. Thank you so much Gorgeous Foxy Loxy’s xx

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sharon! x

@robertfolsom5237 2 жыл бұрын

My fascination with the British Canal system started in Manchester. A friend of mine lives near the Thomas Telford Basin and during our trip we stayed along Canal Street. I was fascinated by the locks, the tow paths, and history. I took a zillion pictures near where you moored. Found your channel back in May…and have been going through all the videos from the beginning. So happy to get to this episode!

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, that's ace. Cheers Robert 👍🏻

@michaelhiggins7365 3 жыл бұрын

I very much enjoyed this one Colin and Shaun. I'm a huge WWII history fan and I so much appreciate the recognition you both gave to Alan Turing. I believe that it is quite possible, this man may be responsible for saving more lives in this war, than perhaps any other person. I do know that Britain did name a Traffic Circle after him, but few people today know who he is. Those nine locks seem to cause quite a lot of trouble for many boaters, probably not a route for newbies to try out, but the city does seem to possess quite a bit of character. One question doers come to mind, how did you manage to stay the night in that private mooring? Take very good care guy's and thanks again for another amazing video ;)

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

It's not private, it's just not owned by the CRT. Anyone can stay in there, it's just to well known 😉

@ericleach9854 3 жыл бұрын

Out to the North East of Manchester the main road that runs past, The Ethiad Stadium, Manchester City's home ground, is called, Alan Turing Way. He is well known and well remembered all over Manchester. I used to work in Jersey (Channel Islands) quite often and in one care home I visited, a lady there actually worked at Bletchley Park with Turing, although she didn't like him much.

@watchviewer 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are like having a moment of tranquility.

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, thanks! x

@johncollectsstamps 3 жыл бұрын

As always, informative and fun video. Great that you included the Alan Turing piece, a true hero let down by his country with it's archaic and blinkered ways. Stay safe and happy travels.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Great words 👍🏻

@JB-ek4yx 3 жыл бұрын

I'll never forget taking our 68' hire boat out of lock 84 in about 1989, under the buildings. There were no lights so it was like a cavern & the towpath was lower than the water level so the whole area beneath the buildings was flooded like a lagoon from a gothic horror. I kept expecting the phantom of the opera to go past on his gondola!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! Apart from the lights it hasn't changed much 😂

@yousufkazmi7842 3 жыл бұрын

Getting to Waters Meeting just in time for the Trafford Centre reopening, which might have a massive Super Dry shop... Alan Turing Way is the name of the Eastern Side of the inner ring road, by Man City and more Trams, next to the Ashton Canal. An Alan Turing mural is next to Southern Cemetery on Princess Road (A5103) the main arterial road southwards. As for lock 84, my enamel mug made a bid to become a canal boat a couple of weeks ago crossing the lock gates, got it back and didn't lose my bike or bum-bag with tools & tubes! just not able to have a brew :( I wouldn't be here, subbed, if not for Martin, that trap door and the Rochdale being an local canal :)

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one, Cheers, Yousuf!

@Mr85b 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating stuff, I love WW2 history, as always take care and thanks for posting.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Gareth.

@veronicarunge2241 3 жыл бұрын

Wow some scary locks there - very informative and so interesting too. You bring places alive thank you. Fascinating seeing the statue of Alan Turing - as I had recently watched The Imitation Game. Thank you for your vlogs - keep travelling safely from Brisbane Australia.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@jamesbarry4324 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for telling about Alan Turing, appreciate that. Love the video.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@eamonnohalloran2254 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo!!!! Colin and Shawn, This vlog is amazing. It's literally chock ful of sights and information. Like you pulled out all the stops and let the information flow. Washing over us like canal water over the top of the lock. You navigated through a totally built landscape and its History both physical and Human. I am glad that the Canal system has survived through time and the built environment had reporposed around it. The Human environment is still messy and the underbelly of racism,homophobia and excess still move with us through time. Thank you for sharing with us that some reflection has taken place and past wrongs have been acknowledged and addressed. You passed under a railway bridge that passed over the canal at forty five degrees to the canal .I thought it is a piece of Industrial Art. The way that cut stone and cast iron was used so beautifuly. The design and excution of that work shows that the designer and builder had a great esthetic.. And thats only one of the many many things you put in the vlog today, My hat's off to you Guys, Stay safe ..Excellent ,Excellent !!!!!!!!!!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Eamonn 👍🏻

@Akmay- 3 жыл бұрын

OMG your production quality is top notch, guys, simply beautiful. And yes, I need a cuppa now to replenish my supply of tears after THAT section! Thank you for these 💜💙🌈

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@fp30e 3 жыл бұрын

Colin, Shaun and Otis, This weeks Vlog was so amazingly edited and the sound design was tremendous and worked so well. I felt I was on a emotional journey with the three of you. I just loved today's Vlog. So informative. You get better and better. So highly professional looking. It was just amazing. Thank you. Take care.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@julietcarnell2251 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'd never heard of Sackville Gardens before. Now I desperately want to visit there some future June 23rd and lay flowers at Alan Turning's feet. His sacrifices gave me both my career and validation of who I am. What a wonderful place!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

It really is 💜

@nodirectionhome308 3 жыл бұрын

I just love you two! The vlogs just keep getting better!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@DR-xr8so 3 жыл бұрын

The Foxes 🌈 Martin 🌈 and my hero Alan Turing 🌈 all in one video, what's not to love! I see Piccadilly Undercroft is still in use for cruising of an entirely different nature, as it has been for decades 😂. Wonderful video, professional & entertaining 👍

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We love Manchester! 🐝 💜 🏳️‍🌈

@matty6848 3 жыл бұрын

Have you seen the film “the imitation Game”? It’s on Netflix, it’s about Alan Turing during WW2 and how he cracked the Nazi enigma codes etc. Brilliant film, I’d highly recommend you watch it👍

@DR-xr8so 3 жыл бұрын

@@matty6848 Yes, I saw it when it was released. Some differing opinions on its accuracy in places, but overall a good film. Alan's other work in areas like developmental biology were also ground-breaking. His apparent suicide has been brought into question many times, not least by his acquaintances. Genius is an oft over-used descriptor, but in Alan's case it was entirely accurate.

@georgemurphy1966 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, this is my all time favourite, absolutely brilliant. castlefield Junction is were my wife & I go ( or did, covid ) to the Wharf pub for a slap up, delicious meals in there boy's. Colin your entire production in all your Vlogs is getting better & better & you tell the historic stories with great knowledgeably skill, you seem to draw us in closer & closer to the point you want to say " go on tell us" bloody brilliant. Can the BBC or channel 4 please give this gifted man his own history channel. well done boy's.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

They keep offering, George, but I want to carry on doing what we do on here 👍🏻

@lynnmayes4507 3 жыл бұрын

😯💩 .... crash crash bottles,shouting and the rest.😲😲😲 Beetham Tower! And ‘ow much.?...fora flat? 😂 Manchester,an awesomely odd mix of fab and ...well,grim eek... I suppose like most places.Fab history lesson,thanks for that, and for the amazing views.Alan Turing, 😢, Glad the government have seen fit to do the right thing by him,tragic waste of a life. Fab vlog as always.Stay safe xx

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Ah, we love Manchester! 💜 🐝 🏳️‍🌈

@clivecarrick4698 3 жыл бұрын

Another good one .👍❤️👍

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Clive

@katygottfreund2799 3 жыл бұрын

Love this vlog good to see you both in Manchester and comming past the gay village I love the gay village carnt wait for the next vlog xx

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

We love Manchester 🐝 💜🏳️‍🌈

@MrTimothypjr 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you SO MUCH for telling Turing’s story. I love you guys and this is but one of the reasons why.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Tim 💜

@carolehutchings187 3 жыл бұрын

The rest of the message.... views of canals we know. Thank you, Colin for sharing your personal ASD story. It really helped us.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@colintrafford 2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, what a wonderful vlog. Nice to see you in a built up area I've been watching you from ep1 I love both of your humours and history and was privileged you covered the history of Manchester including the lgbtq+ and hacienda. Looking forward to the rest of your vids keep safe guys.🌈

@FoxesAfloat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@cheriefletcher6087 3 жыл бұрын

My weekly dose of love and laughter from the Foxes Afloat😊

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻

@woodlin37 3 жыл бұрын

Oh and also, the editing and filming work that goes into these videos doesn't go unnoticed by me, amazing job indeed.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

So kind. That means a lot 👍🏻💜🐝

@toddsnider6848 3 жыл бұрын

My Gosh, you two are on quite an amazing adventure! Thanks for taking us along. Be well, stay safe.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@Doulamum2 3 жыл бұрын

Colin I learned so much and have a whole new appreciation for Manchester. I knew about Alan Turing but didn’t know there was such a great statue of him. It’s great to know that both he and other LGBTQ people have a quiet place to be remembered and that passers by can reflect on how much we owe to the people who paved the way for us to be able to party on Canal St and have Pride. You’ve obviously done tons of research and this ranks right up there with my favourite videos. Well done and Thanks. 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

We owe people like Alan so much xx

@bladedemissary 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for teaching us about Alan Turing! I had absolutely no memory of ever learning about him and his tremendous service and accomplishments. Lovely education about his part in history and how he is honored and remembered on his birthday too! Great video gentleman. Thank you so much. God bless!

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@urutuc 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe is worth pointing out that this statement about Enigma having shortened 2 years the war ... that was one of many hypocritical statements used by the state . Without Enigma we might have lost the war. No one was near to solve the problems . So it was abismal the way they treated Touring! Back To you guys ... as always great vid ! take care .

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@777mjt 3 жыл бұрын

Oh the nights I've had on Canal Street! 🥳😅 I met my beautiful Wife on a night out there, now we have babies lol ❤🐝

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful 💜

@pasikallinen 3 жыл бұрын

I could almost hear the "Hello, my name is Martin and ..."

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@pasikallinen 3 жыл бұрын

@@MsTankrat Same!

@markhope6974 3 жыл бұрын

Manchester looks fantastic and with your narration of the history you really bring it together wonderfully. The Manchester chamber of commerce shound be paying you both for the advertisement! Thanks guys and hug to Otis.

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@nicolabrewin3062 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful,so informative, beautiful scenery and love the music, very moving about Alan Turing, when love finds your heart 💓 the path is not an easy one, no one should be judged no matter what gender, here's to love and the joy it beings Nicola 🌹

@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын

🐝 💜🏳️‍🌈