River Severn Canoe Trip - Day 3. Montford Bridge to Shrewsbury.

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11 ай 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 three begins with the most stunning early morning river mist - a most positive start to our final day on the river. After a hearty breakfast, we pack up and get back on the water - our camp spot on the narrow beach of an island has been fantastic - better than we could have hoped for and totally unexpected.
Our last day takes us along nicely flowing water, lined with trees and teaming with wildlife as we wind our way towards the town of Shrewsbury and the hustle and bustle of civilisation.
It has been a wonderful journey along a beautiful river full of surprises and a delightful feast for the eyes whichever direction you look. Thank you George and Rachel for inviting us to join you and thank you for organising and arranging everything - it is always a logistical challenge organising a linear canoe trip, but everything worked like clockwork!
I hope you enjoy the video.
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@user-tu8wr3mw2t 11 ай бұрын

No other outdoor channel can hold a flame to Simon, Bloke in the Woods. Incredible editing skills, most gorgeous locations every time he takes us along. All with a rare depth of honesty & sincerity in his gentle, respectful nature. Thanks for it all Simon.

@chrisponsano4378 11 ай бұрын

Simon adds to the quality of life for so many people. Such simple adventures yet so satisfying.

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Chris! 🙏🏻😁

@michaelgould2923 11 ай бұрын

Amen

@rachelsimonds5362 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for capturing our adventure! It was such a brilliant trip, so many laughs, and very wet feet, but had such a great time and would do it all over again in a heartbeat! Until the next adventure... 😁

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Rachel! It was bloody great wasnt it! Can’t wait for our next adventure!

@rialobran 11 ай бұрын

Enjoyed that series, I've never paddled the Severn and was surprised at the speed of flow. Kudos to Andy for attempting it in an origami Kayak.

@Anita-rq9ev 11 ай бұрын

Watching you every week is like a vacation for the soul. Beautifully filmed and edited. Thank you for making all the effort. Stay safe 🙏

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Anita! 🙏🏻

@micheledraper-rambo8592 11 ай бұрын

Aww, baby Merganser ducks with their messy hair… so cute! What a calm, peaceful trip with perfect weather. Thanks for taking us along!

@bethdoublekickchick8007 11 ай бұрын

Those ducks were my favourite part, so cute!

@vinnalls375 9 ай бұрын

@@bethdoublekickchick8007 30 years ago it was a big deal seeing a goosander with young in Shropshire. There was a bit of a fuss when they bred on our farm (Teme).

@bethdoublekickchick8007 9 ай бұрын

@@vinnalls375 Aww that's lovely!

@patrickwalsh4398 11 ай бұрын

Really appreciate that you spend far more time viewing the gorgeous scenery than shooting your mouth off! Another great vid! Cheers...

@davidddddddddd 11 ай бұрын

The world needs more of this.

@jamesellsworth9673 11 ай бұрын

Partly WIND IN THE WILLOWS! What a fine British river the Severn is. What fine summer weather. The final frames are wonderful in showing a variety of people and crafts enjoying the river and in showing mixed scenery.

@ufoman4468 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Simon, Guys and Gal. Really enjoyed joining you in these three videos. Such a calm and pleasent journey down the Severn with you all . The sights and sounds were so relaxing . Heres to many more Simon. Great job .

@lscblackwell9202 11 ай бұрын

What a wonderful group of lovely folks to go adventuring with. Really enjoyed the virtual comradery with George, Rachel, Andy and you, too, Simon. This was such a wonderful series of posts. Some of the best content on KZfaq in my opinion. Simon tailgating a swan made me giggle. The scenery was so beautiful and the company was so pleasant and relaxing. So glad everything went off so well. Thank you for working so hard to take us along, Simon. It's always such a pleasure when your videos pop up in my notifications. Can't wait to go along on your next adventure! All of ya'll take care and be safe! 👍👍☺☺🧡🧡🙏🙏

@myvoiceyourstory9338 27 күн бұрын

When Simon smiles I smile too It’s a lovely feeling Thank you sir

@SaraH-od8sd 11 ай бұрын

I lived in Shrewsbury for a while, that river is a beast in the winter, a joy in the summertime. Great vlog Simon, thank you x

@Phoeff99 11 ай бұрын

Just what I needed today; a vicarious paddle. Thank you!

@CaroleFrenchFox 11 ай бұрын

You have no idea how much I need a lovely Simon video right now. My cat Darcy will very soon be crossing over the rainbow to meet Simon's beautiful Maggie dog and I am distraught and can't think straight. These few minutes of peaceful escape are so welcome. Thank you.

@Anita-rq9ev 11 ай бұрын

Very sorry for you, sending you strength 🙏

@user-tu8wr3mw2t 11 ай бұрын

Where there is deep grief, there was great love. Thoughts & prayers to you and your beloved friend, for peace & strength to you. x

@anneperry9014 11 ай бұрын

So sorry, I do know how you feel. You'll be ok soon, just cry until it's gone for a while. And then cry again. It will be better soon. Sending hugs ❤

@glennmacfadyen7401 11 ай бұрын

Thoughts are with you Carol, and Darcy.

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

So very sorry Carole, I’m sure when the time comes, Darcy and Maggie will make friends and look out for each other. The grief is the price we pay for that deep deep love. Thinking of you.

@2Gundogs 11 ай бұрын

Nooo! Too slow to be first 😞 Also, I am deeply envious of your coffee pot!

@annenewton5403 11 ай бұрын

Lovely and relaxing to watch, you are such a gentleman Simon.

@Kenbur 11 ай бұрын

best part is Simon emerging from his "cocoon" to face the day! The rest is beautiful, however, the emergence is epic! thanks Simon

@Phoeff99 11 ай бұрын

And the poor guy had to do it twice just to get the shot! Who else would volunteer to wake up twice in a morning?!

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

Haha - thanks mate!

@MountainsWithMatt 11 ай бұрын

just gone and re-watched day 1 & 2 when i saw this was live, cracking set of videos Simon, looks like you all had a whale of a time!

@simonfreer7950 11 ай бұрын

Early morning... the mist coming off the river. Makes me want to grab my fishing rod. Fab !

@optimisticgal 11 ай бұрын

Great video again Simon. Thanks for taking us along. Wonderful!

@Andrewoutdooradventures1550 11 ай бұрын

Best adventure video and stunning scenery thanks Simon for sharing yours adventures videos sad it comes to an end absolutely amazing Simon cheers 👍

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Andrew! 😁

@Barbarahas10 11 ай бұрын

I love this canoe trip you’ve been on. So many swans. So cool to see. Thank you Simon for taking us with you!!

@THE-RIVER-RAT 11 ай бұрын

Well, I waited until I had watched all 3 before leaving a comment. So now I have, all I have to say is Bloody well done, and wow you got some amazing/beautiful footage. Great video/adventure. Can't wait to see what you do next. PS. Tell your buddy in the Kayak he would have found it easier if he had the paddle the right way round, it was upside down the whole paddle lol.

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

😂😂 I’ll let him know! Thank you! It was a lovely little journey 👍

@barbarafann766 11 ай бұрын

An absolutely beautiful place, Simon. Thank you for sharing with us! And give our thanks to your friends for making this trip happen.

@georgeharris7513 11 ай бұрын

Thankyou so much again buddy, its a trip me and rachel won't forget for a long long time!!! U and Andy are true gents and it was a pleasure paddling with u both 😁🙏👍

@ek-nz 11 ай бұрын

Big thanks to you both for helping it happen. There’s lots of us sitting watching who can’t get out on the river who really appreciate you sharing your adventures with us. We have all loved coming along with you!

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

All thanks to you and Rachel mate! It was awesome! Roll on the next trip! 😁

@georgeharris7513 11 ай бұрын

Can't wait buddy! 😉😁👍👍

@trakyboy5128 11 ай бұрын

The nature sounds r awesome and seeing the nests alongside the stream is COOL !!!

@marianfrances4959 11 ай бұрын

A beautiful canoe, Simon! Tks for sharing the birdsong and the river! 👍🇨🇦😎🏞

@vikingbushcraft1911 11 ай бұрын

Great vid - although was expecting at several points to see ‘Simon - a bloke attacked by Swans’ ! 😂🎉

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

They were quite chilled thankfully! 😂

@h.bsfaithfulservant4136 11 ай бұрын

Wot...no Part Severn 😮😒? Seriously I 'd have watched 7parts of this Simon, I loved it. Thank you 🙏👍

@dianejacklin4338 11 ай бұрын

What a beautiful, picturesque video Simon. So peaceful listening to the birds and seeing the swans on their nests. So pleased the four of you had a lovely three days

@createdezign1840 11 ай бұрын

Bless Andy (A.K.A. "Captain Birdseye"), he looks like a kid following his dad in his toy canoe

@felisha9406 11 ай бұрын

I think it’s time for a Simon and Andy adventure. ❤

@davehumpleby3440 11 ай бұрын

This is DEFINITELY on my 'to do' list. Really great to see what it's like from the water and what obstacles/hazards to expect. Thank you so much Simon.

@joanhuggett5164 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely stunning, gorgeous, beautiful... all the way through. You are simply the best, Simon. A laugh out loud moment: Simon stuffing himself with jellies. Gotta love him!

@neillambton4065 11 ай бұрын

Really great trio of vids Simon, a really varied river, thanks for posting it.

@OldNickHindle 11 ай бұрын

Clearly you love jelly babies as much as me 😊 Great video! Thanks Simon 👌

@sixtybrxxy7336 11 ай бұрын

Man, my man Andy lost a lot of weight! Great video! Love you and Especially Andy!😊

@kingrafa3938 11 ай бұрын

What a 3 day adventure Simon, Andy, George and Rachel.

@rachelsimonds5362 11 ай бұрын

It was absolutely amazing! 😁

@bosiex 11 ай бұрын

So relaxing and peaceful, thank you for yet another beautifully captured video Simon!

@marylynne9104 11 ай бұрын

𝑲𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒕𝒉 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒎𝒆 - '𝑩𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒗𝒆 𝒎𝒆, 𝒎𝒚 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 - 𝒂𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 - 𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒇 𝒔𝒐 𝒎𝒖𝒄𝒉 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉 𝒅𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒔 𝒔𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒚 𝒎𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒃𝒐𝒂𝒕𝒔.' He wasn’t wrong. Thanks for taking us along on all three parts of this adventure. Brings me happy memories of living on our waterways.

@manvbees 11 ай бұрын

The speed of you devouring those jelly babies 😂

@jimmycleveland1373 11 ай бұрын

Another great video Simon! A great adventure with great friends! That's what it's all about. Thank you for sharing.

@craiglake6091 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the wonderful adventure Simon.

@sjwillis1137 11 ай бұрын

The figure on the bank put me in mind of the film Don't Look Now . Beautiful video. Love how you devoured those Jelly Babies 😄. You all looked like you had a great time .

@T_The_Asogian 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful location, scenery, and production... It's such a joy to watch. Thank you for the upload, Simon. T

@briankirkup 11 ай бұрын

Brilliant Simon throughly enjoyed the trip along the river. Excellent videos and I am sure you had great company. Cheers. B. K

@theboycalledleaf 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Simon, it's a lovely series. I came to canoeing in my 40s having lived near the Severn until I left for Uni. The videos have given me the inspiration to head back to the borders and paddle with my family. I may even look to extend your trip and head to Ironbridge where i grew up. All the best and keep inspiring us to get out there.

@markcummings6856 11 ай бұрын

A pleasure to watch. The craft Andy had was not practical for that trip.

@paolodi2666 11 ай бұрын

Killing the jelly babies....lol

@backpackingireland8624 11 ай бұрын

Outstanding! Ye that dreaded four lettered word W-O-R-K 🤦‍♂️ Still look forward to the next adventure. Great series, really quite peaceful and breathtaking. Well done all 🇮🇪🇮🇪Atb Tony

@oliverwhitby4778 11 ай бұрын

Just spent two hours with my hand down a drain - stressed but job done and a simon video with a beer - all is good again thanks

@BeeKay4444 11 ай бұрын

Hi Simon!! Seeing a new video from you just made my week. I’m dealing with a lot of really heavy stuff in life just now and you are the escape. Bless.

@Dean_Smith 11 ай бұрын

have managed Llandrinno to Shrewsbury across a couple of different day trips. As you say, an absolute pleasure to paddle. In fact we must have been on the Llandrino to Montford bridge section only a few days apart. Fantastic weather and scenery. As ever thanks for sharing.

@Martin-lp4yg 5 ай бұрын

6 jeely babies in one go lol class Simon!

@PabloP169 11 ай бұрын

The time and effort that you go to, to go back and recover a camera continues to amaze me. When with others, I may ask someone following to collect a camera, but no way would I put in such the great effort that you do to make the scenes so realistic.

@GeneralJoe123 Ай бұрын

good to catch up enjoyed that thanx Simon 🤟

@conniewaite1371 11 ай бұрын

I so enjoyed this little trip,thanks for bringing me along

@carltonbirds 11 ай бұрын

Very nice, and indeed that was a very good quack 🦆👍

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

😂😂👍

@DazBurbyUntamedWild 11 ай бұрын

The way you loaded those sweets into your mouth, poetry in motion!👌😆

@cobscamping6909 11 ай бұрын

Lovely video as always Simon. Was certainly back to reality at the end with all those other people about.😊

@spoonerbooner 11 ай бұрын

Wicked I've paddled that section, and camped down along the way. Nice part of the seven

@chrisrichmond1943 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic series! Many thanks Simon, Andy, Rachael and George. Simon you have a lot to answer for. Not only have I recently received my mini fire anchor from your mate Trevor at TJM Metalwork (the postage to Australia was a killer!), but I am now going to look at 2nd hand canoe tomorrow. Oh, and I bought a sowing machine, although I still haven’t figured out who to work it. You should do a video on how to use one of the bloody things for absolute beginners! You make it look so easy! 😂

@mlsknnr 11 ай бұрын

Simon, thanks for another adventure, I really enjoyed it.

@colrodrick8784 11 ай бұрын

Very enjoyable as usual thanks Simon. Just the thing on a pre dawn brisk Aussie winter morning.

@colrodrick8784 11 ай бұрын

I just watched the weather report. They declared our overnight temperatures dropped to zero. Unheard of cold for a sub tropical beach resort village.

@DouglasRollins-mv7qi 9 ай бұрын

I absolutely love the music at the end of the video. I'm part Irish❤

@brianlykins6663 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful trip. After a trip like that, I don't blame you for wanting another day off to recoup from your little vacation. Looks like a great trip, river and weather cooperated. Looking forward to more videos like these. God bless you and your friends for sharing this time with us. Be safe, my friend, on your travels.

@MHarenArt 11 ай бұрын

Always enjoy your canoeing adventures. Always so peaceful and beautiful. I've been canoeing once on the Loxahatchee River in Florida, where we saw alligators instead of Swans and Grebes, and kayaking once around Chincoteague Island, VA where we saw wild ponies on the beaches and in the marshes. So I know the peace and quiet and the serenity one feels on the water in a unmotorized boat. Will look forward to your next outing! Stay safe and healthy

@alistairwylie6730 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great video, beautiful river and surroundings. Those poor jelly babies didn't stand a chance 😆😄

@carpenterpilot487 11 ай бұрын

Nice Yes! good days what you had feels good to be a live. Sorry you had to return to work.

@andrewcaddy298 11 ай бұрын

Anyone else here after watching blott? Fantastic mate lovely job ❤

@jimrogers1853 11 ай бұрын

Even though Simon didn't actually have fishy noodles in this vid, I couldn't resist having them again. I even made them in the garden on the honey stove. Classic.

@jennyk544 11 ай бұрын

You should plan a canoe trip in Canada. The water on the rivers and lakes is plenty deep here. Algonquin Park is one of many amazing places to paddle!

@mickbutler9407 11 ай бұрын

Another great video to finish on Simon the scenery looks so beautiful

@jamessnapsphotographylowes2236 11 ай бұрын

Thanks again Simon for sharing a really nice Adventure! As always your content is a pleasure to watch! I really love how you show your true passion for the Outdoors and how you make it so encouraging and inspiring to get out there! I am also a Norfolk Lad but currently living in Lowestoft! I also have a passion for the outdoors and love Wildlife Photography! I have been a Subscriber for a good few years now and I always look forward to seeing what your next Adventure will be! Keep up the great content! All the best! 😊

@simonablokeinthewoods 11 ай бұрын

Thank you James! Maybe our paths will cross one day - Norfolk/Suffolk aren’t that big! 😁

@mickreid7153 11 ай бұрын

Looked like a great trip, very high standard of film making ! Thanks again for taking the time to share. 🖖👍👊😊

@Trekon2 11 ай бұрын

Lovely video's Simon, great adventures, thanks for sharing it all 👏👋

@paulmaynard408 11 ай бұрын

I’m glad your opening shot was the swan on the river rather than you crawling out of your cocoon 😊

@deanjones5677 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your journey into my home town

@rejnokarl2514 11 ай бұрын

As always when it comes to your canoe trip videos - inspirational! You capture the beauty of the river and its surroundings, the joy of paddling and subtly demonstrate the J-stroke.

@robertevers9732 11 ай бұрын

I've never had bacon as good as English bacon...amazing.

@helenstone9711 11 ай бұрын

Lovely trio of videos! We arnt a million miles away from the Severn, bit higher up nearer Bewdley, Stourport, Bridgnorth . Nice to see a different aspect of the river 😊

@kevinmoyer6224 10 ай бұрын

Great little series. We all loved it !

@WimJilf 11 ай бұрын

Wowsers that is some aggressive Jelly Baby consumption!!! Awesome vid as always thanks Simon!!! 🛶 ☀️

@garyking9908 11 ай бұрын

I've been looking for a canoe ,you make it look so enjoyable!

@jeremywilson3734 11 ай бұрын

Andy and his paper canoe! looks like a lot of fun.

@kittleford 11 ай бұрын

Good video. Was nice to see my home town from a different perspective.

@alantaylor688 11 ай бұрын

It looks like a great stretch of water.. must give it a go! Thanks for another great video Simon

@stefan.5987 11 ай бұрын

Andy still not capsized the Kajak. I'm kinda disappointed. Hahahahaha. Nice trip Simon. You munching on the treats at the end was hilarious. Hahaha. See you. 🎉

@herbsmith6871 11 ай бұрын

Great trip! Thanks for sharing my friend 🤠

@mattbaker6975 11 ай бұрын

Best way to wake up (Australia 🌏) is to a Simon notification

@sandrabranscum9331 2 ай бұрын

Awesome trip., Thanks for always capturing those beautiful precious swans and also those beautiful violet flower bushes, so pretty., You do great filming of everything, (all the animals & such great scenery).. Those cows in one video got a giggle out of me, bcuz they were all standing in a row, up on a high bank and staring down at yall Lol.. Great video..

@rockkhound943 11 ай бұрын

Great show I love being on the water ... I can't help but chuckle at Andy's folding boat it's honestly more novelty I believe than actual long voyage water craft buy hot job done I suppose. Thanks for sharing

@schonbeardwildmark 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic videos as always Simon. I am always amazed about the quality of the filming, the setups and your editing. Must take so much time and planning. So glad you put the effort in it and share it with us. Much appreciated mate! Thanks!

@timberdogz 11 ай бұрын

Awesome series! Thanks for another great adventure!

@360_Wanderings 11 ай бұрын

Nice series, this was my first trip I did, but over 2 days, lovely river 👍

@Zombiesheriff 11 ай бұрын

Never seen jelly babies disappear so quick 😂

@juliegogo2941 11 ай бұрын

So jealous paddling with the swans. I was surprised that the swans weren't a swearing. Guessing young around. But, that one male swan was giving you a heavy hissing. The waterfowl is wonderful for sure. The family of grebes/ducks fun to see... The purple flowering bushes or tree do you know what they are? Huge willows. Humans walking with the coos sharing the shore...nice old community for sure. Thanks so much! What few swans we have, they do migrate congregate along old cannels of the Missouri River.. oxbows. It depends on the weather too. I am going this fall winter to see them. When I was younger 1970 or 80s in this area my car I think it was my chevette.. was attacked by a huge snapping turtle bang banging...... The turtles too can be feisty outright dangerous... It is a wildlife area of many species. I even seen in the summer green herons I think a black headed heron night heron maybe thats the name... too...the blue heron is more common. Thanks again..