16. A Tour Inside Aitch, My Narrowboat. And Small Off Grid Home On The UK Waterways!

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  • Опубликовано: 19 янв 2025

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  • @StephenArbo
    @StephenArbo 3 года назад +5

    I lovw the way you share as you go along... it makes me feel like I am on the boat with you and were crusing together.... and I like that... not a lot of canned music going all the time. Just two people crusing.... thanks for inviting me to go along with you...

  • @anthonybryan9620
    @anthonybryan9620 3 года назад +7

    Lovely little boat
    Small but bigger than most studio flats affordable in London.
    I have been saving for a boat for a few years now, have to experience it before I'm too old
    52 this year but should be able to afford a similar size boat to yours in 2 or 3 years
    I love small cosy spaces
    Your boat is perfect

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +1

      Good luck with the boat Anthony! Saving up is the best way to do it, in my opinion (better than borrowing)

    • @anthonybryan9620
      @anthonybryan9620 3 года назад +2

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle absolutely Sir
      I hate the idea of owing money , never had a debt in my life
      Look forward to following your updates nice to learn from others experience

  • @kymclinton3140
    @kymclinton3140 2 года назад +3

    The flour mill just proves life still goes on all around so glad for the inside tour

  • @dianerincon3196
    @dianerincon3196 3 года назад +4

    Thank you for the tour. You have a super home. Among other features, I like how you’ve worked out how to seat quite a few people for a meal, or perhaps board games.

  • @galas1926
    @galas1926 3 года назад +5

    I think you have a very comfy boat and a cup of coffee would be just grand. Watching you from Lancaster, Ohio...U.S.😊

  • @tanyamckenzie7482
    @tanyamckenzie7482 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for inviting us in your home.

  • @SirTeabag
    @SirTeabag 3 года назад +6

    Love your boat! - great layout and proportions

  • @gars1074
    @gars1074 3 года назад +5

    Thanks for the tour of the inside of your boat, it's very lovely indeed. Your videos are always good- very entertaining. Really appreciate all your effort!

  • @gars1074
    @gars1074 3 года назад +3

    She's beautiful! Everything that you would want. Looks very comfortable and "homey". Thanks for the tour. Enjoyed it very much.

  • @glynnisross7974
    @glynnisross7974 3 года назад +2

    You have a very beautiful boat. No wonder you fell in love with her. Compared to much larger vessels, she looks cosy and snug and you seem to have settled in nicely, and she has everything you need. Thank you for letting us have a look inside and I am sure there are a lot of people very envious! Take care and stay safe.

  • @markrutter5996
    @markrutter5996 3 года назад +2

    Great tour of Aitch and it’s a lovely narrow boat. Well kitted out and all that you need. You keep it looking very clean and tidy Vince. Thanks again.

  • @frederickmoller
    @frederickmoller 2 года назад +3

    Thanks, I loved the tour, nice and simple the way that I prefer it. BTW, I got rid of my cable tv 2 years ago and don't miss it at all, the internet fills all my needs and more.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  2 года назад +4

      It's got all I need to be comfortable in here Frederick. And yes much better to live without the constant bombardment of negativity!

  • @NorthernNarrowboaters
    @NorthernNarrowboaters 3 года назад +3

    It’s lovely. Thanks for sharing it with us Vince xx

  • @garrysmith898
    @garrysmith898 3 года назад +3

    tidy boat.... bet you are looking forward to the summer and hopefully some normality

  • @barbanscombe3435
    @barbanscombe3435 3 года назад +2

    What a perfect little boat not to big and not to small and has everything you need. Stay safe. From B. X

  • @jdhinckley1954
    @jdhinckley1954 3 года назад +3

    Looks very compact, but comfortable Vince. Feels like a goodo place to live.

  • @paulturner7837
    @paulturner7837 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for showing us around, it’s a bit personal ,so much appreciated Vince. Aitch is a lovely well fitted out boat, I would love to have one the same some time.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +3

      No problem! If you set your mind to it and work hard, there's no reason why you can't live this lifestyle Paul!

    • @paulturner7837
      @paulturner7837 3 года назад +2

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle oh but there is, it’s called a wife that’s saying no 😂

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      @@paulturner7837 Say no more!

  • @johnsharman7614
    @johnsharman7614 3 года назад +2

    Hi Vince what a wonderful Cosy home you have everything you need rather than everything you want isn't always the answer if you have everything you need your a rich and grateful
    Human being so I hope you enjoy your floating home , and have every Happiness and I have noticed that you are a very considerate sailor and you care for your fellow boaters because in the go with the flow world we know considering one another days seem to be few and far between.
    Happy Sailing.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      I don't need any more than I've got here John! And I always treat people as I'd like to be treated! See you next time!

  • @simonmills2375
    @simonmills2375 3 года назад +4

    Thanks Vince. I live in NZ, but thinking of going home to UK. And a narrow boat might well fit the bill. Good of you to share your home. Cheers

  • @rwisti11301962
    @rwisti11301962 3 года назад +6

    Another great video!! Looks very comfy!! Love all of your vlogs, very informative and humorous..... your wireless dungle thing looks to be in a perfect spot 👌 😋 Cheers

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      Thank you. As you can see I'm no expert with the technical terminology. It surprises me that I can even make one of these Vlogs! Be lucky, Vince

    • @rwisti11301962
      @rwisti11301962 3 года назад +2

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle you are doing wonderful!!! I look forward to every one!!

  • @stevenbulmer6424
    @stevenbulmer6424 3 года назад +2

    Thanks, nice medium sized boat, plenty big enough for a single gent like yourself, take care.

  • @kenjackson4669
    @kenjackson4669 3 года назад +2

    Thanks Vince ,enjoyed the interesting tour.Enjoyed reading the positive comments too. Spring is around the corner and you will be on your way again ,I look forward to the next episode.

  • @linwebb3749
    @linwebb3749 3 года назад +3

    Hi Vince thanks for the tour it looks really smart, cosy, comfortable and warm look forward to more videos stay safe Lin. xx

  • @motorhomenarrowboat1
    @motorhomenarrowboat1 3 года назад +2

    What a lovely home you have long may you enjoy it. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to seeing more from you. Stay healthy.

  • @garym518
    @garym518 3 года назад +4

    Thanks for sharing your home with us that looks like a very well laid out boat

  • @kathpayne4364
    @kathpayne4364 3 года назад +2

    Morning Vince.. Thanks for look around, see you got the all important coffee... ☕ Aitch seems perfectly sized and laid out for you. Hope your keeping well. Stay safe and warm.. Kath x

  • @wendi2819
    @wendi2819 3 года назад +3

    Very cozy. Brilliant!

  • @TheByard
    @TheByard 3 года назад +5

    Watched the vid Vince and joined you in the 1st coffee of my day, you keep your boat nice and ship shape, I bet that stove gets a lot of use this time of the year, its 6am here and 20deg so the fan will be coming on soon. I'd buy a bit more grub in case something happens and you can't shop. One item I did have on my boat was plastic clothes bags that I sucked the air out of with a small reverse hand pump. They stopped clothes and bedding getting the smell and were not too expensive, as they squished every thing down more could be got into the storage space.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      I tried to answer your last comment, I wasn't being rude you tube was playing up!
      Yes the stove has been getting plenty of use. We've had snow and ice up until the last couple of days. And yes I might have to invest in them bags, enjoy your coffee, speak on the next one Vin!

  • @5581debdo1
    @5581debdo1 3 года назад +2

    Lovely boat. Youve made it into a cosy home Vince. X

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      Thanks Debbie, its not a showboat, but it suits me fine x

    • @5581debdo1
      @5581debdo1 3 года назад +2

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle i prefer more traditional. X

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      @@5581debdo1 So do I. If I had a showboat, it would look like a tip in 5 minutes haha!

  • @davidbutler4363
    @davidbutler4363 3 года назад +4

    Brilliant thanks

  • @christopheryoung2892
    @christopheryoung2892 3 года назад +5

    very much enjoyed this

  • @Arabrabj1248
    @Arabrabj1248 3 года назад +5

    Thanks Vince, that looks a very comfortable boat. It reminded me of the caravan we had. Mind you, you went one better 😂 we only had a manual flush 😁. Also we only had a hob, we could have put in a oven but would have lost a cupboard perhaps eventually we may have put one in. I enjoyed this look around with you. Keep safe and warm. Lockdown won't last forever. Look forward to seeing your next vlog. Love Babs XXX

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +3

      As you can see, its not a showboat inside (I'd only mess it up in a day) but it has all I need, and is nice and cozy. You're right about its similar to a caravan. Konrad wanted to see inside so I hope he watched it! look after yourself and speak on the next one love Vin xxx

    • @Arabrabj1248
      @Arabrabj1248 3 года назад +3

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle I think its lovely and its cosy Vince.
      Konrad with his mum this week. I'll show him when he's back. 🙂

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +1

      @@Arabrabj1248 xxx

  • @ernestinasanchez5305
    @ernestinasanchez5305 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for showing us your home, It has a lot of storage. Stay safe. I have subscribed, so I may continue enjoying your adventures. 🙏🏻👼🏻🤟🏻🇺🇸🇲🇽

  • @russellesimonetta3835
    @russellesimonetta3835 3 года назад +3

    The kitchen and little dinette is oerfect use of space. Fits my vision. I would make a compact wet room bath. As compact as I could make it!! Every spare inch of space is important!

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +1

      If I had more people living with me, I think I would nick your idea about the shower room. But I'll keep it as it is for now Russell!

  • @SecretsoftheCosmic
    @SecretsoftheCosmic 3 года назад +4

    Fantastic looking boat

  • @peterbarker2216
    @peterbarker2216 3 года назад +2

    nice to see you again vin was just thinking about you the other day

  • @jasoncorr9910
    @jasoncorr9910 Год назад +1

    brilliant mate, so good

  • @sarahwilliams6684
    @sarahwilliams6684 3 года назад +3

    It's a lovely homely boat thanks for the tour of your home 😎😎

  • @keithweybury5212
    @keithweybury5212 3 года назад +2

    Love the inside tour snd Aitch looks fantastic

  • @kahngee12buzzie
    @kahngee12buzzie 3 года назад +4

    Hello from Maine, USA....we enjoy your videos. Seems your 50 footer is just the right size, we like the rear galley set-up.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +1

      Glad you enjoy them Kirk. Yes I think the galley works well! All the best to you out in Maine Vince.

    • @veronicaroach3667
      @veronicaroach3667 2 года назад

      Well I was thinking that a 60 footer with this kind of layout would give you a second bunk room, or another 10ft of kitchen/diner/loungs area - this works about the best I have seen in terms of layout tho ! Thanks for the viewing !

  • @robintidd8808
    @robintidd8808 3 года назад +2

    I like how the loo co.es out my boat was the other way round fab vid agane

  • @djsoulUK
    @djsoulUK 3 года назад +4

    Cheers Vince .. enjoyed the vid. I watched the film Green Street last night.. you might like that one if you've not seen it already. All about the West Ham and Millwall firms and their rivalry.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +4

      Glad you enjoyed it. I saw that years ago DJ, I think that's the one with the geezer out of the Hobbit!

    • @djsoulUK
      @djsoulUK 3 года назад +3

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle That's the one.. a bit brutal but it was a great watch.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +3

      @@djsoulUK The accents were a bit dodgy, but I enjoyed it! I was born about a 5 minute walk from Green Street.

  • @danieljacobs7566
    @danieljacobs7566 3 года назад +2

    Great video, enjoyed

  • @kathleenlench4087
    @kathleenlench4087 3 года назад +2

    A very nice clean boat

  • @Jakejesus
    @Jakejesus 3 года назад +2

    great video, mate!! You should do What 3 Words, so we can track your journey :)

  • @peterrowe7858
    @peterrowe7858 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the video really enjoyed it, your home looks very comfortable and cosy, look forward to seeing more, take care and stay safe.

  • @mtomlin666
    @mtomlin666 2 года назад +2

    Nice boat m8

  • @Tony-nn3gl
    @Tony-nn3gl 3 года назад +2

    Very nice boat.

  • @paullowden1643
    @paullowden1643 3 года назад +5

    Great tour, I like the reverse layout. She’s the same length as my narrowboat, I think it’s just right. Can I recommend that you use Ecover products - washing up liquid and toilet cleaner, the wild life will love you for it. There’s no rotten chemicals in them. Also friendly soap for shaving, hair (not so much of a worry with your barnet!) and body wash. The soap is available online (only naturals) & Ecover from Sainsbury’s or Tesco. All the best.

  • @Tony-nn3gl
    @Tony-nn3gl 3 года назад +2

    Stay safe mate and be lucky.

  • @ronaldloveland6319
    @ronaldloveland6319 2 года назад +1

    Watching you from Adelaide South Australia - green with envy - 25 years in the Navy and I’ve done 5 or 6 holidays including the Warwickshire ring a couple times - keep the work

  • @imranzazai7404
    @imranzazai7404 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful.

  • @ZapZarap
    @ZapZarap 3 года назад +3

    Nice 👍👍👍👍

  • @linda-g
    @linda-g 3 года назад +2

    Great tour of Aitch, rather reminds me of the camper trailer we used to have. Everything is so compact and space is well made use of. Bet you can't wait till lockdown ends and you can get out on the canals again. Stay warm and cozy.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад

      Thanks Linda. Yes is is a bit like a Caravan inside (I think that's what a camper trailer is) and yes I can't wait for all this to end. Hope you are well Vin x

  • @clareparker2685
    @clareparker2685 3 года назад +1

    Loved this video! Your right little jack would’ve loved it... I can’t wait for some adventures on Aitch, fingers crossed won’t be too long now! Xxx

  • @susanmcnamara1173
    @susanmcnamara1173 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Vince you’ve got a nice little 👍

  • @stuartgriffin4203
    @stuartgriffin4203 3 года назад +1

    Another good 1 matey.....Looks nice and cosy in there .....The story about "Jack" bought a lump ...bless him.....Can't wait till you get cruising again and get into some dramas dramerz and more drama's ...All the best "COYI" lol

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      You always make me chuckle Stuart! Look after yourself "COYI" 4th

    • @stuartgriffin4203
      @stuartgriffin4203 3 года назад +1

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle Cheers You too....4th indeed getting like the old days when Billy Bonds was in charge Wwoooooooo

  • @DEmma1972
    @DEmma1972 3 года назад +2

    Ty for sharing

  • @terranceyeo3087
    @terranceyeo3087 2 года назад +2

    Vince great vid you could do with a small wind turbine for when it's overcast

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Terrance! I have thought of fitting one. Might do in the future mate!

    • @ΧΡΎΣΑΝΘΟΣΠΗΤΤΑΣ
      @ΧΡΎΣΑΝΘΟΣΠΗΤΤΑΣ 2 года назад +3

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle how you get water for your shower and cuisine ?

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  2 года назад +2

      @@ΧΡΎΣΑΝΘΟΣΠΗΤΤΑΣ There are water points along the canal and river systems, Where you can fill up with water!

    • @ΧΡΎΣΑΝΘΟΣΠΗΤΤΑΣ
      @ΧΡΎΣΑΝΘΟΣΠΗΤΤΑΣ 2 года назад +2

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle i guess its not drinkable or for cooking. Where is the water gathered ? Are the points in a regular distance ?

    • @kymclinton3140
      @kymclinton3140 2 года назад +2

      Absolutely love the carpet sweeper I'm in my early sixties and remember using

  • @Nick.0810
    @Nick.0810 3 года назад +2

    Nice Vince. 👍

  • @outandabout5247
    @outandabout5247 3 года назад +2

    next time I visit, I expect to see you in that Tie Vince, and get a grand tour as well! 😂 I feel for you being stuck there, but at least you've got shops, last mooring was a bit remote. Seeing your map, do you wish you had turned right at Broxbourne, and gone up towards London? Take care, see you soon.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +2

      I've gone from one extreme to the other! No I'm glad I turned left or I would have missed all that lovely scenery. Hopefully I will be able to work my way down there after lockdown!

    • @outandabout5247
      @outandabout5247 3 года назад +1

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle maybe join you for a bit?

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +1

      @@outandabout5247 Yes Jeff!

  • @rubbberrobbie
    @rubbberrobbie 3 года назад +2

    Right nice 👍

  • @georgesmith8113
    @georgesmith8113 3 года назад +1

    Very nice in there!
    👍👊😎

  • @MrStewart11111
    @MrStewart11111 3 года назад +1

    Hi Vince, glad to see you survived the freeze🥶. Try putting a panel that slides backwards halfway up the inside of the drawer. This will double the storage in the drawer. I’m a kitchen/ bedroom fitter done this numerous times in houses sorry I can’t put up a diagram

  • @davidsedlickas8222
    @davidsedlickas8222 3 года назад +2

    I suggest you get that bedding out and air it !
    Damp mould moisture spores will be present.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад

      Yes that's the downside to these narrowboats!

    • @davidsedlickas8222
      @davidsedlickas8222 3 года назад +1

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      Boat design is contributing to this issue on narrow boats.

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад

      @@davidsedlickas8222 You're spot on there David!

    • @samuelfellows6923
      @samuelfellows6923 3 года назад

      When I went on a narrow boat holiday/experience with “black prince” the boat was well ventilated - vents on the front doors and the cowl/vent things in the roof, the 2X shower/toilet had a fan+light in the shower cubicle, the galley had a fan in one of the roof vents and the picture windows were openable, and had diesel central heating, 🤨 - don’t know how humidity could be a problem in a narrow boat?

  • @davidbutler4363
    @davidbutler4363 3 года назад +3

    😁👍👏👏👏

  • @Simon-rx7sv
    @Simon-rx7sv 3 года назад +1

    Hi Vince, them steps look lethal lol, just a thought would it be worth making a new set with wider treads that extend out a bit more? it looks like your ones can be removed? if its not easy to to remove and refit maybe if they was fixed using something like an Offset Fixing Bracket so they could just be dropped into the slots and lifted out to get quick access, though you might need a new bin lol, hope you are keeping well and its good to see inside Aitch and hopefully it wont be long before you are cruising again

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад +1

      Hello Si, I turn around and go up and down them as if I am climbing a ladder nowadays! So I got used to them eventually. Fingers crossed about the moving, I'm looking forward to that! All the best Vin.

  • @Tandan.
    @Tandan. 3 года назад +1

    very nice boat and vlog

  • @susanmcnamara1173
    @susanmcnamara1173 3 года назад +1

    Sorry I meant to say nice little home😉

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад

      I'm glad you straightened that out Susan, I was beginning to wonder what you meant! All the best Vince.

  • @veronicaroach3667
    @veronicaroach3667 2 года назад +1

    I know there are wider boats, but has anybody thought of making bump-outs in these boats for when you are static - you could easily add an extra 2 ft in a lounge area for comfort. I don't know what the rules are for these things - but the designs are all so much the same. Just my imagination getting the better of me !

  • @tanyamckenzie7482
    @tanyamckenzie7482 3 года назад +1

    Just saw your post in Facebook group.

  • @andreabennett7185
    @andreabennett7185 3 года назад +5

    You have a lovely home, thank you for another brilliant video entertaining and funny.
    " arse over tit" 🤣🤣🤣

  • @johnclarke5477
    @johnclarke5477 3 года назад +1

    if you have more than 1 solar panel try connect + to - for more voltage i have 3 x 130 watt and get good volts even in poor sunshine

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204
    @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 3 года назад +2

    Nice vlog on you cut

  • @patriciaparker7786
    @patriciaparker7786 3 года назад +2

    Great tour Vince, boat looking good and very comfy. Loved the pic of Jack your best friend, must get another, will be good company for you on your journeys

  • @Disblair
    @Disblair 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing. Hopefully the lockdown will end soon and you’ll be able to get on the move again. Just out of interest how does your healthcare work if you have no permanent address. e.g. you need to see a G.P. or how do you get your invitation for the COVID vaccination?

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  3 года назад

      Cheers James. As for health care, will just have to play it by ear!

    • @5581debdo1
      @5581debdo1 3 года назад +1

      You can go to any doctors in uk and register as a tempory patient

  • @floatybyboaty
    @floatybyboaty 3 года назад +3

    Eghhhhhhh Silverside Onions. 😂

  • @derekmulready1523
    @derekmulready1523 4 месяца назад

    People create Problems.
    I was employed by Irish Rail. When people bought apartments next to the Depot. Trains run 16 hour days. With shunting for the remaining 4. They complained that the DMU's were lelf running unnecessarily. But the Fitter/Driver would have to walk the length off the 8 car set both sides checking for possible faults.
    Moral. Dont by houses/ Apartments next to Noisy industries/Farms and then complain about the odors 😂
    🇮🇪🇪🇺

  • @chewie2055
    @chewie2055 2 года назад

    A fresh coat of paint?..inside and out

    • @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle
      @NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle  2 года назад +2

      Are you offering Chewie haha!

    • @chewie2055
      @chewie2055 2 года назад +2

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle If you buy me a ticket to get across the pond……..

    • @chewie2055
      @chewie2055 2 года назад

      @@NarrowboatCruisingLifestyle I’m from the states and I’m trying to pinpoint your accent….Thick Blacklands?……yes? no?

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    @mrgoodwrench8181 3 года назад +1

    So much better than that ponce who cruises the cut.