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WHICH IS FASTER? Narrowboat or Train! Cab Ride on the Churnet Valley Railway. Ep. 136.
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Күн бұрынNarrowboat vs Train! With the River Churnet in flood, Colin takes a driver's cab train ride to Kingsley & Froghall on the Churnet Valley Railway.
It's too dangerous to take our narrowboat onto the flooded river so we pay a visit to Cheddleton Station where Jack shows Colin around the engine sheds, jumps aboard a steam locomotive, and checks out the restoration of some old carriages before warming up one of their diesel locomotives and going on a private ride, taking in the train driver's view, along the Churnet Valley Line to Kingsley & Froghall. We discover the history of the line, taking in Consall Station, the former Thomas Bolton Copper Works, and the station at Froghall.
Back on the Caldon Canal we leave Cheddleton and pay tribute to the great canal engineer, James Brindley, as we pass the spot where he became ill before his death in 1772.
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@SoldiersDad 3 жыл бұрын
Your added history really brings the canals to life for those of us in the USA.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, William. Glad you appreciate it 👍🏻
@Tuxedomakdarien 3 жыл бұрын
There is a very large museum about 40 minutes from my parents house. I haven't been there since about high school.
@Arcticnick 3 жыл бұрын
I cranked my way single handedly around most of it and didn’t have a clue!
@Arcticnick 3 жыл бұрын
@@Tuxedomakdarien It’s like living in Winchester. Apparently there’s a Cathedral!
@davidhotchkiss8766 3 жыл бұрын
Loved the cab ride never visited cheddelton but it looks amazing if your are comming up north this year you need to visit the east Lancashire steam railway in bury we are having the flying scotsman in the engine sheds for overhaul so it will be running on our line to rawtenstall have a look at website for E l R railway its a brilliant heritage railway well worth a visit stay safe guys
@gillgregory6327 3 жыл бұрын
Several years ago my nephew, along with a couple of other train enthusiasts, bought and restored a Class 37 diesel loco. After they bought her they did some research around the loco’s number and found that she was actually called the Lady Diana Spencer! Andrew wrote to Earl Spencer to ask if they could put a nameplate back on the loco when she was restored. Earl Spencer gave his permission and she was renamed at Crewe a couple of years ago. She is chartered out for special trips. Andrew started like Jack as a volunteer at Crewe railway museum and now has a great job working with heritage engines.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
That's amazing, Gill 👍🏻
@Phleeper 3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately you can't post photos on here, but I've seen it at Crewe, and took photos of it whilst I was there. The restoration was immaculate.
@grahamwestgate1192 3 жыл бұрын
Class 37s my FAVOURITE diesel loco!! We've got 2 in service at the GWR, the growlers, plus a 20 (very nice) amounget others, and don't the 37s GROWL!!!!👍👍
@gillgregory6327 3 жыл бұрын
They put a lot of time into the restoration. 👍
@afm62 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness! I’m all choked up! Trains and canals! All of a sudden, I’m four again...as a little girl, I lived between the Basingstoke Canal and the London to Southampton railway line. I was fascinated by both. I would sit and watch the steam trains race by and to this day, the sound of British trains are a lullaby to me! The smell was lovely too. It was a sad day when a high fence was built and the trains became electric. The canal was always very quiet as it needed to be dredged. My brother and I played on the old locks. The canal was dredged in the ‘80s and is now fully operational. Sorry to ramble on. Your vlog was lovely, really lovely! The wildlife, scenery and that wonderful train ride. Thank you!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Not rambling at all! I love it when we can bring back lovely memories 💜
@beckyskye6708 3 жыл бұрын
So lovely to hear your story. My dad and grandad both worked on that canal and railway. Ferrying cargo along canal to docks. Grandad wa secretary of local works club. My other grandad came from Ireland via Liverpool's dock yards to Croydon's docks to be engine stocker. They lived in railway cottages along railway. We could go to outback loo and watch trains at same time. Whole house rattled and shook even at night.
@afm62 3 жыл бұрын
@@beckyskye6708 that’s fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing.
@Maggie4paws 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, Colin, how excited you must have been to ride the train and learn the history !! What a great episode. Thank you
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@SheplerStudios 3 жыл бұрын
Shaun’s laughter, there’s nothing like it in the world! Wonderful train bit Colin, much appreciated. Keep safe, keep healthy.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott!
@mikenorton6899 3 жыл бұрын
Guys this is one of your best! Have to say Jack is an impressive young man. Articulate, knowledgeable, great add to this week's show. What a treat to get a front seat ride. If I lived nearby it would be such a kick to work with the rail yard. Anyway, great job all. Nice diversion after such a krap week here in the States. Stay safe, looking forward to next week. Do more like this as you get the opportunity. Cheers
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Jack is ace! If i lived closer he’d be a good mate!
@DavidLasoff 3 жыл бұрын
Just loved that bit of history about Brindley and the poem on the screen. Such an irony that it was water itself that did him in! What a great man he was when you stop and think about what he did with his life and with waterworks, canals, and tunnels. He did more with his life than 10 average men, ya know? Also, that segment on the train was boss, Colin! Thanks! Love your vlogs and thanks to you and Mr Brindley, I get to experience the lovely English canals though very far away from the UK. Cheers, mates!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, David! Yeah, Great guy!
@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian 3 жыл бұрын
A very enjoyable trip. Thank you 👍😀 Jack has the best job ever. What a wonderful person. Hats off to him for giving Colin such a wonderful day out.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Haha! I totally agree!
@davethehat5016 3 жыл бұрын
So good to see Shaun starting to look healthy and more like his old self again. Hope you both stay safe and healthy through the winter.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Dave!
@stewal6835 3 жыл бұрын
Great to see younger folk like Jack getting involved in projects like this. What a nice guy.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed!
@pameladwyer2244 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Colin and Shaun! Couldn’t figure out why my Friday seemed incomplete, then realized I missed your release of this vlog! I so enjoy English history, and the wonderful names of places, like Froghall. It’s always fun to guess the right pronunciation of English towns and counties. Jack’s knowledge and passion for trains was wonderful - you couldn’t have found a better ambassador for trains. Your vlogs are so professional! Much love from Canada!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it, Pamela xxxx
@marianjacobs5597 3 жыл бұрын
You had a "whale of a time" and so have I ... one thing I can always rely on watching your channel is that it is never boring, another great post thank you both very much, until next week.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@IanRMcAllister 3 жыл бұрын
Great video - canal boats and trains, plus steam/smoke from the boat = it doesn't get any better. Glad to see Shaun getting much better, and Colin so happy - hope Otis is warm - Good Luck!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 We're all warm on the boat 👍🏻
@BTFOOMNY 3 жыл бұрын
Another spectacular sightseeing and history lesson from the Foxes. Collin, well done. You and Sean have a unique angle on your videos. Just watching the English countryside go by from a narrow boat is available in many other videos Collin, yours are very special because of the research you do on the history you pass through, and the wonderful historical photos descriptions of the activities. Thank you so much for your dedication and careful video editing. You produce a truly entertaining video for everyone to enjoy.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Really is our pleasure! xxxx
@melmoeface 3 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful and needed distraction from what's going on. Thank you beautiful gents, for taking me away from my dying country for 20 minutes
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
TRRRAAAAIIIIIN! 😂
@melmoeface 3 жыл бұрын
Trains and boats and dogs. Also known as the three smile makers.
@strat4ordgirl 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Colin for a fantastic vlog. It was one of those vlogs that I didn’t want to end. The quality of the video was amazing. Thank you also to Jack and Churnet Valley Railway. ( love to Sean and Otis too). ❤️❤️❤️
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Jack and the volunteers are amazing!
@mungmungie 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing says "tra-a-a-a-a-a-a-in" like being able to have a hands-on experience.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
TRRRRAAAAIIIIINS! 😂
@angelak9456 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jack, for taking Colin and us for a ride!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@paulmullen745 3 жыл бұрын
South to go north canal logic! You pair keep dry and warm nothing worse than a damp boat, insulated mugs and hot drinks needed methinks. Great seeing you visit the volunteer railway bringing a further element into your vlog. Glad you got your shopping delivered. Stay safe guys, Colin like a dog with two tails.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Ah, we're fine. Dry, warm, and the boat is toasty!
@sunnyblackmore784 3 жыл бұрын
I love trains too...that was cool! Thanks for the cool scenery and info!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@stevegriffiths5364 3 жыл бұрын
G'day from Sydney fellas...I have watched many a narrowboat vlog. But in my opinion, this one goes to the top of the list. Thank you..
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@robertduncansolway5490 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant vlog. Colin must be over the moon with his train experience, I know I would be. At 69 now, I still remember steam trains going past my house as a kid by about 100 yards. They used to bring coal to a local coal merchants along a branch line in Fife, Scotland before nasty Beeching got his hands on it. Love the canal stuff and history lessons. Stay safe.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Love steam trains so much! Got to get a footplate ride once this madness is over 👍🏻
@darylwade2335 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful poem about a very industrious individual. I think the Oak Meadow Ford lock is one of the most beautifully situated. Yes, the railway was impressive. I can't help but think is that you and Shaun are the best ambassadors the canal systems.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
That's so kind, Daryl. Thanks!
@triffidgrower 3 жыл бұрын
Love a train...also the way that you weave an area's history into the vlog without bogging down. I know that we only get brief glimpses whenever you manage a "good" take for the episode, (never lose the out takes, please) but Shaun is looking much better week by week. I much prefer the "ups" to the "downs", but thanks for sharing your all your experiences and the weekly peek at the awesome canal network. Take care, both...and sending an affectionate ear scratch to Otis.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Hopefully, more ups than downs from now on!
@Rheilffordd 3 жыл бұрын
Best and my most favourite episode of Foxes Afloat to date! Nicely filmed and documented and great to see a crossover to feature railways in this!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you xx
@joannhernandez9884 3 жыл бұрын
WOW! That was fun! Thank you for taking us with you. 🥰👍🏻
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🤗
@mickydint 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Lads, really enjoyed this week!. As a former railway guard it was nice to see you on the Churnet. Blagging a cab ride!! that was special well done Colin!!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. TRRRAAAAIIIIIN! 😂
@mickydint 3 жыл бұрын
@@FoxesAfloat 😂😂😂😂👌
@keithtaylor7135 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Guys as usual. I get it now, you DID get to Froghall! We have a special affection for that railway. Well done for getting a ride. Very Jealous!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@christinehunter9867 3 жыл бұрын
Hi boys. Your face was a picture Colin, like your birthday's and Christmases had all come at once. Really enjoyed the speeded up footage on the train. Take care, lots of love xx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@eirishemd 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent vlog! Loved seeing Shaun looking so much better and Colin having a brilliant day. Hugs
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@jeremyshepard8241 3 жыл бұрын
WOW!! Boating, nature, weather, trains, and steam engines... all with your guy at your side... what more could be asked of life?
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
@atmrtwbike Жыл бұрын
I have two big passions in my life - cycling and railways! When I was living in Manchester, my landlord from 2005 and 2006 was always talking about the Churnet Valley Railway. Unfortunately, I didn't manage to get there (nor on my most recent trip to the UK in April and May this year). Thank you so much for this episode!
@christinegorton8476 3 жыл бұрын
What a smashing young man Jack is......glad you enjoyed it. Great to see Shaun looking so much better. Keep well guys.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Christine xxx
@craigsteele8912 3 жыл бұрын
Bloody good team. Great to have some fun as a counter to all the insanity going on. Excellent content as ever Colin. Shaun is back. This is the first vid since you were sick that you've had your old sparkle back Shaun. Excellent mate. Stinken hot and muggy down here in NZ. Actually having an excellent summer. Heaps of rain and sun. Grass is growing like crazy, the entire Country is green. Take care guys. Cheers.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@helenlonie2236 3 жыл бұрын
Colin Shaun nice to see your smiles Colin you look if your the cat that got all the cream 🍦 Happy day for you 🚉 xx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
So good!
@MollyRainbow1 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved this Vlog! I work in the rail industry myself. My Grandad worked on the railway all his life and got heavily involved in preservation at Tyseley in Birmingham and the Severn Valley Railway. He restored a steam locomotive GWR 4073 Class 7029 Clun Castle. For which he received an MBE. He's my role model and I miss him so much. This video made me think of fond memories I have of him and all the steam journeys we took together. Thank you. Carry on making amazing videos!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
I love it when our videos bring back happy memories. Thanks!
@williamchanning9055 3 жыл бұрын
How on earth did you fix that trip.... great vlog and what a smashing lad Jack is, he kept you well entertained 😊. Great to see Shaun sounding like his old self. Thank you for another smasher.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Jack is ace! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@kevvywevvywoo 3 жыл бұрын
you're going to have to feature Shaun doing something he loves next, just to even things up a bit! Let's see if you can give him cheek-ache as well!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Eating bacon? 😂
@kimnicholls2384 3 жыл бұрын
Evening lads and Otis Oh Colin I bet you had a great time on the ttrraaaiiiinnnnnn. What a lovely chap jack is. Poor Shaun, I hope you made him a nice cup of tea ☕️ when you returned. Great video 👍 Have a good weekend Stay safe Love to all Kim x
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yes it was! TRRRRRAAAAAIIIIIN......!!!!!!!!!!
@catf4865 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for always brightening my Fridays. As an American, it was really needed this week. The “littlest hobo” thing made me laugh aloud. You guys are the bestest!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww thanks!
@annarainbow5508 3 жыл бұрын
Traaaiiinnnn! What an amazing day out. Thanks for bringing us along.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Any time!
@tonjagers7086 3 жыл бұрын
Hi guys,what a brilliant vlog or actually a documentaire. Everything is correct, the content, tempo,subject,varation,humor,music and interviews. So far it is your best vlog. This is not to be taken for granted, but mean it sincerely. Keep up the good work. Love from Holland
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Ton! You wouldn't believe how much that means to me 💜
@johnmorris7781 3 жыл бұрын
What great vid, with lots of great double entendres as well. And what a natural presenter Jack is too.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
He was brilliant to work with!
@laureldrobits5924 3 жыл бұрын
Shaun looks so much better! I’m so glad. Great vlog, as usual. Thank you. Your posts have really been a balm over these past trying months.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@jamesheidema 3 жыл бұрын
Sweet ... great episode! Thanks, guys ... great to see you are both better and somewhat recovered.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@mathewchattaway5506 3 жыл бұрын
Loving thee closing music🎶👍
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻
@Edward0779 3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful poem in memory of the man whose works live on. I'm very happy for you that you got a life time wish that came true by riding in the engine of a train.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Edward xx
@elainerichards6406 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to see Shaun looking much better!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
He's feeling a lot better, thanks! x
@shrory 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, even better was the advert and promo for the railway, they do a great job, well deserved promotion
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! They are legends!
@deanmills5106 3 жыл бұрын
That was incredible, as good as any documentary I've seen.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@CynthiaMUrban 3 жыл бұрын
Ya did it again guys....makin' me smile and chuckle. Sure do appreciate you three. Thanks for sharing and God bless.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure, Cynthia!
@andyhedley1250 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant - glad you enjoyed yourself. Jack was very cool - and had to put up with Colin's excitement..! I bet Shaun & Otis had a lovely quiet time back at the boat.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Haha! Jack would be my best mate if I lived near there!
@phillipdittmer4808 3 жыл бұрын
Another great vlog, only better because we got to see trains. I luv trains too Colin, and was lucky enough to have done an apprenticeship at a railway workshops here in New Zealand (first 24 years of my working life). Good to see you getting back to normal Shaun. Cheers Guys.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@am2schmarvelous 3 жыл бұрын
🙂 You made my Friday evening worthwhile.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Awww, thank you! x
@ThemeParkBazza 3 жыл бұрын
Is it only me that appreciated all the attention to continuity in this vlog to make it appear as if was all in the same day ?
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻
@mikeweston7585 3 жыл бұрын
Colin! Your forgot Shaun??? How could you? Are you kidding me? You have some serious making up to do now, Colin! Great show guys! Awesome scenery and, of course, great history. Keep up the incredible work! TRAAAAIIN!!! (Seems to me that Colin might enjoy a suitcase model train!)
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
A few people suggest the suitcase train but I'd get bored with it going round in circles. I want a HUUUUUUUGE set up 👍🏻😂
@lyssamaxwell7610 3 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Iowa, USA! Thank you, guys, for another wonderful blog! It was so nice to hear your beautiful British accent and your laughter after the last few days that we have had here.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊 I hope things calm down there 💜
@okbutthenagain.9402 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice. The Eastleigh Loco was named after the small town my mother lives in. Eastleigh Hampshire.
@suethomson6013 3 жыл бұрын
Nice to be reminded of Eastleigh . We stayed there twice while delivering caravans to Southampton. A park called Little Ranch,or similar, and another with Diana in the bush. Lovely lady. Had super meals at Fishers Bend?. Nice memories for a homesick kiwi
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
It was! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@okbutthenagain.9402 3 жыл бұрын
@@suethomson6013 The Little ranch is on the Portsmouth road. While i haven't visited for a while I've heard its still a nice place. I also think you mean the Fishers Pond which is on the main road. One of the few dog friendly places if memory serves me right. Glad you enjoyed your stays there. Theres not much in the town but it has its charms :)
@viktoriaelisabethrotenbour8285 3 жыл бұрын
Good to see you looking better, Shaun Hun. Nice to see Colin having his fun on the railway. Take care and stay safe both of you. Love to you both. Vikki
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Vikki! x
@pennyrees290 3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see Shaun laughing and not going straight into a coughing spasm xx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, still a lot of that edited out 😂
@pennyrees290 3 жыл бұрын
@@FoxesAfloat my grandfathers, great grandfather and father in law all worked on the railway. One of my grandfathers used to take me to the engine sheds in Derby as a little girl. I Love trains too and really enjoyed today's vlog. Xx
@bonniesanford7762 3 жыл бұрын
That train guy had Shauns scarf on! Lol
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Haha! Very similar 😂
@kensheets9714 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome show guys a much needed reprieve from the events here in the states :) thank you always puts a smile on my face :)
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@richardwhipple3522 3 жыл бұрын
I saw McVitie's Biscuits (cookies) in the drawer. My mouth is watering. My U.K. friends brought me some and I am addicted! Thank goodness - I can find them now at my local Publix Supermarket! Found them over Christmas and it was the best gift (to myself) ever! So happy to see you both smiling and afloat!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one. Enjoy!
@bernadettethirsk3948 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great history lesson Colin, Mark was fabulous as well. Take care can't wait for the next one, big Love x
@bernadettethirsk3948 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry Jack 😃
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Mark...? Haha! Just noticed your other comment 😂
@curtbonnell4308 3 жыл бұрын
You must have been in HEAVEN playing trains all day. Good for you.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@joybader4035 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this!!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
TRRRAAAAIIIIIN! 😂
@michaelhiggins7365 3 жыл бұрын
Oh . . . truly one of your very best and . . . just what I needed right now, a peaceful diversion from all the craziness here in the States. Thank you so much Shaun and Colin for presenting such a wonderful piece on the Railway there in Cheddleton, another item added to my must see British locations and history. I never tire of all the research and before and after photos you include, please keep them coming and . . . SO GOOD TO SEE SHAUN FEELING SO MUCH BETTER! I wish you guy's well and may you be blessed !
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
He's almost completely better now. It was an amazing day and experience!
@sallyrackham9878 3 жыл бұрын
Add this one to my 'best of' vlogs list. It was wonderful to watch. Infectious enthusiasm, and so interesting. Thank you xx
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@dae8864 3 жыл бұрын
I might as well say it up front. Mind the pun!!! As a "trained" engine fitter at DSB (Danish Railroad company) I must say that i have a little soft spot for the older trains, there is nothing like the roar from a 2000HP diesel engine starting up.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@vivianewing7154 3 жыл бұрын
Loved the adventure and train ride thanks guys!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@imfrcd 3 жыл бұрын
Sean looks & sounds much, much better, back to his jovial self. Welcome back.
@greghilton7797 3 жыл бұрын
Oh arr. We'll have to call him Pinky
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, he's 99% better now.
@diannedogwalker8935 3 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal vlog! What a wonderful surprise, Foxes,canals and TRAINS! Just what we need in these cold dark days. Shaun has his lovely laugh back. ❤️Your joy is contagious, my face is hurting from smiling so much and that was before the wonderful outtakes. Thank you so much. You have made my week! 😁
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@janetmayer5057 3 жыл бұрын
Shauns face is dead pan when you do the out takes BRILLIANT xx
@ljhoats 3 жыл бұрын
Glad he is laughing again with less coughing!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@allysonsmith2532 3 жыл бұрын
I love your outtakes! So glad to see that you both are recovering well from Covid! Much love from Canada
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@louiseoconnor8071 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful to see the railway again. We used to live in Ipstones ( where the pub Brindley stayed is) and walked down the the canal and railway. Thank you.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@geraldheitman7687 3 жыл бұрын
Colin you will never be alone as long as you have Shaun at your side :-) Love to you both and Otis too.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
💜
@tirednsnarky9555 3 жыл бұрын
6:07 That grin, Colin! 16:36 that skip, Colin! Haha, I know how you feel, I love trains!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
The best!
@davehollingworth5537 3 жыл бұрын
Colin’s like a kid in a candy store, just like that time actually visiting the sweet factory! Littlest hobo indeed! Thanks for the vlog, though I’m still scratching my head as to why you wanted to go to Froggall (apart from the ride with Jack, obviously)....
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Because it's the end of that canal 😂
@robertmacdonald4878 2 жыл бұрын
this is my second go around with you fellows and I enjoy watching you very much. informative and humorous. you make everyone happy and feel like part of the team. great job. please keep up the great videos. your friend Robert.
@stepheng9607 3 жыл бұрын
Great episode. A few years ago I paid for lunch on their dining train for my parents as a birthday present. We thoroughly enjoyed it and I would recommend it.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds awesome 👍❤️
@biscuitbassbroom7306 3 жыл бұрын
Wow you lucky so n so to ride up front in a diesel engine ...AWESOME ...👍👍👍👍
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
I know!!
@stevecooney1361 3 жыл бұрын
Probably your best vlog ever 🏆
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Aww, cheers, Steve!
@narrowboatpawsawhile 3 жыл бұрын
Flipping eck, how can anyone give this vlog a thumbs down?? Brilliant guys, thank you!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Ah, it's juts our lonely band of jealous trolls. We buy them coffee and give them a blanket to make their life as an outcast more comfortable 😂
@narrowboatpawsawhile 3 жыл бұрын
@@FoxesAfloat sheesh, what I really want to say I can’t! So, let’s just say ‘another name for drawer handle’ followed by heads 😉
@tonyowen116 3 жыл бұрын
Great combo video. Loved the engine ride up to Froghall & back. Different view of the country side along a rail line. Again really enjoyed your informative narrative, Colin. Look forward to your next installment. Cheers......
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@angelabarnett774 3 жыл бұрын
Canal, trains and brass band music!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting two years to do some brass band music! 😂
@angelabarnett774 3 жыл бұрын
Hope it's not another 2 years!
@NBStoweAway 3 жыл бұрын
I bet your still smiling Colin... felt sorry for Shaun but then he had all those biscuits to entertain him 😝
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Ah, he enjoyed the biscuits 👍🏻😂
@NBStoweAway 3 жыл бұрын
@@FoxesAfloat glad to hear it ... great vlog as always.... entertaining and light .. exactly what’s needed in these horrendous times ... thanks again great job 🙏🙏
@angelarichards3588 3 жыл бұрын
Loved it again. Well done boys. You both looked frozen , bless. Otis's appearance was very short? And hasn't he grown ❤️❤️
@Idiotbacon 3 жыл бұрын
Oh very jealous of u Colin. I'm waiting to hear if I've got an interview for a train driver job at the moment. Hope u both had a great Christmas and happy new year.
@PodgyAsthmatic 3 жыл бұрын
Just getting better and better guys, trains too, bring on more trains!!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
TRRRAAAAIIIIIN! 😂
@chefevilee9566 3 жыл бұрын
Such beautiful pheasants, horses, and Shaun! You are looking good sir!!!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Feeling 99% better, thanks!
@paulsonap6 3 жыл бұрын
What a WONDERFUL video! I love trains and hope someday to visit the UK and take some train trips. You both are the best----so pleased to see Shaun laughing, and Colin, your smile is the best! Happiest New Year to you both---can't wait for the next video!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@albertdewey4975 3 жыл бұрын
I very much enjoyed this wonderful Video 😊
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@d_smith 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, I can feel your happiness all the way to Florida. Your are living the dream. Wonderful Vlog.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@bmorton50 3 жыл бұрын
One of your best vlogs yet - and that's saying something!! I feel smarter every time I watch one of your vlogs. Now it's time for Shawn to have an adventure. Stay safe.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@royking7298 3 жыл бұрын
The gray striped scarf mad an appearance twice! I have one just like it as well. Bought it in London/Lewisham. :)
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Great taste!
@howardoliver8469 3 жыл бұрын
One word, BRILLIANT, you make my day.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
TRRRRRAAAAAIIIIIN......!!!!!!!!!!
@shirleyoldfield7200 3 жыл бұрын
So glad that you had a brilliant day. Please wear hats and heavier jackets. You look cold! Have a great week. Hugs to Otis.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
We're fine, honestly. We have about four layers on, so we're warm enough 👍🏻
@QPRTokyo 3 жыл бұрын
It is nice to see you gentlemen. I hope you’re keeping well. This is a superb video. Thank you for your hard work. Watching this Sunday morning with tea and biscuits. Thanks for cheering me and many thousands up.😀
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, so much!
@christinetaylor6897 3 жыл бұрын
Sean looks so well. Traaaaaiiiins made a change from the boat, still, prefer the boat though. Great vlog, thank you, where will you be next week, can see that you are just bursting to tell us. Take care, much love Christine 💘
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Good question!
@TheHummingBirdJaiye 3 жыл бұрын
My best friend just played your videos and I immediately followed. Such inspiration and an education in one. From the US here!
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you and welcome!
@lanasullivan5113 3 жыл бұрын
Colin, I love your narration. I learn so much from you. Shaun, I love your laugh and your smile. You both are a joy to behold.
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Lana!
@beachydayz 3 жыл бұрын
How wonderful Colin that you were able to go to Froghall by train. What a thrill. Very happy you two are recovering. Best of wishes, love from Canada 💞
@FoxesAfloat 3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
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