Hi ! Just come across you and your words about boats blues were comforting. Bought my lady in April as a project and had water coming above the floorboards due to bad water flow drainage over who knows how long and had to rip her out in the coldest week. I am living out of my van with my youngest and I have to remember that we aren’t homeless and it’s a short term problem and I get a much better condition cosy home sooner, even though it has to be done in the worst weather conditions ❤
You seem like an exceptionally strong person and you have made me feel a little tiny bit more like yes, i fucking can do this, People do this, you're a people, do this. So thank you and I hope things are coming along with your boat xx
Love the video. Down to earth, practical and knowledgeable. Love the bit about narrow boat blues....im thinking of buying a narrow boat next year and already in a panic about it 😅. All the best.
I'm thinking about moving back to UK from Turkey 🇹🇷. Love the idea of living on a narrow boat. You are the first person I have found to give a real opinion of what to expect. Thank you.
Thinking of the same lol am living in Spain but before I came here I lived in a motorhome for five years. It was 23 feet in length so do you need a 60 foot boat. Am thinking of something up to 27 foot so I can tow it if I what'd to
Thank you so much! This video is incredibly helpful. I’ve never heard anyone mention ’boat blues’ before, but it makes perfect sense that after the excitement of getting a narrowboat wears off and you’re faced with struggles of maintenance it can feel overwhelming. And probably even more so for solo boaters. Really loving your channel! Thanks once again for sharing this.
Thank you so much for this video. I'm about to buy my first boat and this is one of the most useful resources I've found so far! I noticed your controller on the side, does the hybrid setup you mentioned support a gaming console? Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos ❤
Oh, I’m so glad you found my video helpful yes my set up supports my PlayStation 4 and a big TV it’s fantastic but you need to do a electrical audit and figure out how much power you need
Fantastic video, really informative, interesting and inspiring. I’m taking the narrowboat plunge shortly and this video and your excellent commentary makes things much less daunting. Thankyou so much.
Charlie you really are a natural at this "vlogging lark" . . . . . A really good, informative and friendly vlog, nailed the pace and delivery. good on you Charlie, loved every minute. stay safe and happy cruising mate.
Yeah, I need to sort out what’s happening with Music because it sounds fine when I’m editing it but for some reason when it goes to RUclips, it gets really loud
Just caught up on the vids. Loving it Charlie! Hope you enjoy the countryside and will look forward to seeing you soon! Also don't forget there's a canal in Manchester if you ever fancy a visit x
@@charlieandbasil ok thanks you're moored in London area I believe so likely Circular Revolution. Hope similar services expand to cover rest of the network.
Well done Charlie- really informative- am interested in hearing more about your hybrid battery system. I’m doing up a 47ft narrow boat at the moment, just had it out the water to black it ( sodding hard work) and paint it - now I’m starting on the interior, it is an empty shell - so exciting and daunting and can totally resonate with boat blues x
It's amazing how some of these boats that are 30-40 years old have fantastic hulls and some less than 20 years are so bad they're uninsurable. One important thing to me as a very ex electrician to look for is that if the boat has the ability for shore power, that it has a galvanic isolator and that it's not brand new(someone fitted it to help sell the boat). Earthing faults with the shore power, that you won't even know are there can eat the hell out of the hull very quickly, it's normally pretty obvious to a surveyor but not always. Thanks for the vid 😁
Oh Basil 😍 great vlog Charlie - really interesting to talk about the practicalities of boat life. I’m really enjoying your vlogs - you have such a warm personality 🥰
Hi Charlie enjoyed the vlog and you give me a lot of things to think about. I live in Australia and I'm thinking of moving back to England (retiring) to a narrowboat. Don't think downsizing will be a issue but being on the other side of the world looking at boats is, so something to think about. Cheers Keith
that’s fantastic. I’m glad you’re thinking about moving to the waterways. It really is a fantastic way of life. It slows down but also speeds up at the same time. It’s a very strange one. Good luck with the boat hunt.
Great vlog so interesting and on the cost side too. Wanting to do such a move but 61 with health issues so not sure how sensible it is but will see. Best wishes. 🎉
Very good information. To the point with no jibber jabber. The exact type of video that needs to be made more often. Coming in May for my first boat holiday from the states. I do have a question. Is pounds and quid exchangeable with each other? And when do you use one over the other? Lol.
Interesting and useful information, Charlie, thank you. I like the idea of compost toilets, but how do you dispose of the compost legally? From what I understand, composted, human waste is toxic and can only be considered safe after a year or more of composting. Unless there's an official collection point nearby (C&RT don't have any) I can't see how it can be done, especially if you're a continuous cruiser. A lot of your advice applies when buying sailboats too. 😊 I think you can do away with any music, your voice is so pleasant to listen to. Cheers! Liz 🙏
Hi Liz, there’s a company that comes and picks it up. And they use it for actual composting it cost about £30 a month. Yes, Music is a pain in my arse for some reason. The music sounds nice and quiet when I’m editing it on my laptop but as soon as I upload it to RUclips all the levels go crazy. I need to try and figure out why this is happening and stop it from happening.
@@charlieandbasil Hi Charlie, I found the same issues with music when uploading to youtube, I found it better to not use music while talking...most folk prefer it that way anyway; Not that I have ever made a lot of youtube video's tbh...around 9 and that was a few years ago 😆
Disclaimer. Im gonna ALOT of stupid questions. I (think) you can have your engine inside or outside right? Does it make a big difference? Thank you, love Basil. Came after binging Joe last night ❤
Hi Charlie, great to see you both again. You hit on some good points for people thinking about living on a narrowboat, I don't think I could do it, for various reasons but I can't deny I am very envious of you and others that make it their lifestyle. My question is, how do you get post/parcels, I mean I know you don't get electricity/gas bills like a house owner but what about other stuff, car insurance/documents, passport, hospital/doctor appts etc etc. You can't live in a caravan ( legally ) and use that site as a permanent home address but at least that's static, a narrowboat isn't, so how does that work? Lot's of love to you both, big kisses to Basil.🐕😘
nice one. I'm currently looking for a narrow boat to live on and this was helpful :) Honestly after the initial bulk payment for a boat it seems manageable financially monthly. At least, it's a lot less than I'd be paying to rent around here as starting rates are about £700 a month with bills on top. I've been to view a fair few now and getting an idea for what I need. It's honestly all very daunting, there's so many things to learn.. not that they're too hard to learn but there's a lot to get to grips with. I'm probably overthinking a lot too. Honestly it's silly little things but it seems they're all made a little different. Just finding an on switch for the power can be confusing., I'm just unfamiliar I guess. I suffer with ADHD so I can have really down periods., I'm expecting some blues. It's a big decision and you're always going to question big purchases like that when you only really get this kinda shot a few times in life. Touch wood I get no unsolvable dramas. I have no doubt it'll be a big change to life, honestly I'm embracing it. They'll be good days and bad days but I'll rest well knowing I have my own place.. after being in a homeless shelter for 5 months over the last year it'll be nice to have somewhere to make my own again.
Hi Charlie, Question After watching your logs, I'm thinking you may be the man to ask re carpenter ideas. I'm planning on making a platform for my narrowboat roof (for climbing up on roof and sitting) and was thinking of fitting a car roof box after platform. Have you any advice? Do you have a wood box???? Cheers😁
@@charlieandbasil You’re welcome. I notice a lot of new bloggers do the same thing till they learn to master it. Big cuddle for Basil. My friend has a chihuahua who is a dead ringer for Basil except he’s a boy named Harley.
Hi Charile، we have a PUMP OUT! There is no smell from this at all. We have had no problems getting the tank empty. Regards Alison narrowboat boat Sarah Kay
Thanks for bringing up mental health when getting a narrowboat, these decisions are life changing and can be really stressful for anyone. Being open to talk about this is really important ❤
I think a lot of people have gone down quite an expensive route. But if you’re able to do a lot of the work yourself, you can get a cheap boat and make it your home. !!
No, the boat would still definitely float and I think a lot of people don’t pay a license. But I think it’s a little bit unfair if you dont. But saying that canal river trust are not being very nice or good at the moment and they are upping the rates so I think there will be an influx of people not paying for a license. which to be honest is completely reasonable.
Yeah, I need to sort out the music levels. I don’t know what keeps happening. It sounds fine when I’m editing. But as soon as I upload it to youtube is gets all messed up
@@charlieandbasil I don't know anything about this sort of thing. Can you just not have any music when you're talking? If that's a stupid question then just ignore it!!!
Hi !
Just come across you and your words about boats blues were comforting. Bought my lady in April as a project and had water coming above the floorboards due to bad water flow drainage over who knows how long and had to rip her out in the coldest week. I am living out of my van with my youngest and I have to remember that we aren’t homeless and it’s a short term problem and I get a much better condition cosy home sooner, even though it has to be done in the worst weather conditions ❤
You seem like an exceptionally strong person and you have made me feel a little tiny bit more like yes, i fucking can do this, People do this, you're a people, do this.
So thank you and I hope things are coming along with your boat xx
Love the video. Down to earth, practical and knowledgeable. Love the bit about narrow boat blues....im thinking of buying a narrow boat next year and already in a panic about it 😅. All the best.
That’s fantastic good luck with it all !!
Same! Losing sleep already 🎉🎉
I'm thinking about moving back to UK from Turkey 🇹🇷. Love the idea of living on a narrow boat. You are the first person I have found to give a real opinion of what to expect. Thank you.
Amazing, you should definitely do it. It’s a fantastic way of life. If you need a hand finding a boat, let me know.
Thinking of the same lol am living in Spain but before I came here I lived in a motorhome for five years. It was 23 feet in length so do you need a 60 foot boat. Am thinking of something up to 27 foot so I can tow it if I what'd to
Thank you so much! This video is incredibly helpful. I’ve never heard anyone mention ’boat blues’ before, but it makes perfect sense that after the excitement of getting a narrowboat wears off and you’re faced with struggles of maintenance it can feel overwhelming. And probably even more so for solo boaters.
Really loving your channel! Thanks once again for sharing this.
Oh thank you so much !!
Thank you so much for this video. I'm about to buy my first boat and this is one of the most useful resources I've found so far! I noticed your controller on the side, does the hybrid setup you mentioned support a gaming console? Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos ❤
Oh, I’m so glad you found my video helpful yes my set up supports my PlayStation 4 and a big TV it’s fantastic but you need to do a electrical audit and figure out how much power you need
You have a new subscriber sir, really informative video. Thank you and all the best.
That’s really kind, thank you
Fantastic video, really informative, interesting and inspiring. I’m taking the narrowboat plunge shortly and this video and your excellent commentary makes things much less daunting. Thankyou so much.
That’s fantastic good luck !
Nice one Charlie. Great info for a newbie about to purchase a boat.
Oh thank you so much yeah, that’s the idea. Just to help people kickstart their adventures
Good info, lots of videos on this subject, yours content here is excellent.
Thanks for sharing 😊🔨📐🪚👍
Oh thank you so much. I’m glad to have you on board.
Charlie you really are a natural at this "vlogging lark" . . . . . A really good, informative and friendly vlog, nailed the pace and delivery. good on you Charlie, loved every minute. stay safe and happy cruising mate.
Are thanks mate that’s really kind of you to say that.
Fantastic video, I did find the music you put in the background while you were talking a bit distracting, thanks for the great information.
I’ve started using a different program now and I’m able to set the levels a lot easier so from here on Out, the music level should be better
That was a really clear and short introduction on what to look out for. Thanks for that. (Music was a bit intrusive, but fine). Cheers
Yeah, I need to sort out what’s happening with Music because it sounds fine when I’m editing it but for some reason when it goes to RUclips, it gets really loud
Great video Charlie, lots of info xx
Oh thank you
Just caught up on the vids. Loving it Charlie! Hope you enjoy the countryside and will look forward to seeing you soon! Also don't forget there's a canal in Manchester if you ever fancy a visit x
I am 1000% going to Manchester. I want to take the boat as close to the Lake District as possible
We’re 100% hit you up. I’m guessing this is Louise.
I like this idea ,I love this channel subbed thanks
Oh, it’s lovely to have you on board. Thank you for your support.
Thanks Charlie, and Basil too. Your sharing are really helpful. ❤
Oh thank you
Very interesting video, I live in a motorhome - nice to compare notes. Thanks.
Thank you so much
Really good video Charlie. How do you get rid of your compost now crt has restricted it going into their canalside bins.
There’s a company that comes and picks it up. I can’t remember what they’re called, but they’re very helpful.
@@charlieandbasil ok thanks you're moored in London area I believe so likely Circular Revolution. Hope similar services expand to cover rest of the network.
Well done Charlie- really informative- am interested in hearing more about your hybrid battery system. I’m doing up a 47ft narrow boat at the moment, just had it out the water to black it ( sodding hard work) and paint it - now I’m starting on the interior, it is an empty shell - so exciting and daunting and can totally resonate with boat blues x
Yeah, the boat blues are very real but if you get it it won’t be long until you absolutely love living on a boat
Great info!!!
Thank you so much
It's amazing how some of these boats that are 30-40 years old have fantastic hulls and some less than 20 years are so bad they're uninsurable. One important thing to me as a very ex electrician to look for is that if the boat has the ability for shore power, that it has a galvanic isolator and that it's not brand new(someone fitted it to help sell the boat). Earthing faults with the shore power, that you won't even know are there can eat the hell out of the hull very quickly, it's normally pretty obvious to a surveyor but not always. Thanks for the vid 😁
Yeah, absolutely. I don’t bother with any shore power. I just use my solar power
Oh Basil 😍 great vlog Charlie - really interesting to talk about the practicalities of boat life. I’m really enjoying your vlogs - you have such a warm personality 🥰
I’m so glad you enjoyed it that’s really kind of you
Hi Charlie enjoyed the vlog and you give me a lot of things to think about. I live in Australia and I'm thinking of moving back to England (retiring) to a narrowboat. Don't think downsizing will be a issue but being on the other side of the world looking at boats is, so something to think about. Cheers Keith
that’s fantastic. I’m glad you’re thinking about moving to the waterways. It really is a fantastic way of life. It slows down but also speeds up at the same time. It’s a very strange one. Good luck with the boat hunt.
Great vlog so interesting and on the cost side too. Wanting to do such a move but 61 with health issues so not sure how sensible it is but will see. Best wishes. 🎉
I don’t know what your health issues are. But I’d say go for it. And if it doesn’t work out, you’ll always be able to sell the boat.
Fab VIDEO… thanks 😊
You’re very welcome, my friend
Very good information. To the point with no jibber jabber. The exact type of video that needs to be made more often. Coming in May for my first boat holiday from the states. I do have a question. Is pounds and quid exchangeable with each other? And when do you use one over the other? Lol.
Hahaha it all depends on the time of the year and how many beers your have haha
Thank i try and get strata to the point as much as possible on the videos
Hey Charlie, digging your vlogs man! Mossy dog recognised Basil yapping😂
Yeah, I need to start a page of Jess Basil I think
Sorry, I didn’t catch a word of this. I was distracted by the picture in the top left 😂 (enjoying your channel. Keep the videos coming!)
I got that from a studio I used to rent out one of the ladies in the other studio was a painter.
Interesting and useful information, Charlie, thank you.
I like the idea of compost toilets, but how do you dispose of the compost legally? From what I understand, composted, human waste is toxic and can only be considered safe after a year or more of composting. Unless there's an official collection point nearby (C&RT don't have any) I can't see how it can be done, especially if you're a continuous cruiser.
A lot of your advice applies when buying sailboats too. 😊
I think you can do away with any music, your voice is so pleasant to listen to. Cheers! Liz 🙏
Hi Liz, there’s a company that comes and picks it up. And they use it for actual composting it cost about £30 a month.
Yes, Music is a pain in my arse for some reason. The music sounds nice and quiet when I’m editing it on my laptop but as soon as I upload it to RUclips all the levels go crazy. I need to try and figure out why this is happening and stop it from happening.
@@charlieandbasil Hi Charlie, I found the same issues with music when uploading to youtube, I found it better to not use music while talking...most folk prefer it that way anyway; Not that I have ever made a lot of youtube video's tbh...around 9 and that was a few years ago 😆
Disclaimer. Im gonna ALOT of stupid questions. I (think) you can have your engine inside or outside right? Does it make a big difference? Thank you, love Basil. Came after binging Joe last night
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Just came across you, really interesting, and Basil is gorgeous!
Are thank you !!
Thank you Charlie, this was really informative.
Hi Charlie, great to see you both again. You hit on some good points for people thinking about living on a narrowboat, I don't think I could do it, for various reasons but I can't deny I am very envious of you and others that make it their lifestyle. My question is, how do you get post/parcels, I mean I know you don't get electricity/gas bills like a house owner but what about other stuff, car insurance/documents, passport, hospital/doctor appts etc etc. You can't live in a caravan ( legally ) and use that site as a permanent home address but at least that's static, a narrowboat isn't, so how does that work? Lot's of love to you both, big kisses to Basil.🐕😘
I just get everything sent to my sister’s house ❤️
loving these Vids
You have to come out on the boat one day bring the kids
Love Basil , Charlie is ok too
nice one.
I'm currently looking for a narrow boat to live on and this was helpful :)
Honestly after the initial bulk payment for a boat it seems manageable financially monthly.
At least, it's a lot less than I'd be paying to rent around here as starting rates are about £700 a month with bills on top.
I've been to view a fair few now and getting an idea for what I need. It's honestly all very daunting, there's so many things to learn.. not that they're too hard to learn but there's a lot to get to grips with. I'm probably overthinking a lot too. Honestly it's silly little things but it seems they're all made a little different. Just finding an on switch for the power can be confusing., I'm just unfamiliar I guess.
I suffer with ADHD so I can have really down periods., I'm expecting some blues. It's a big decision and you're always going to question big purchases like that when you only really get this kinda shot a few times in life. Touch wood I get no unsolvable dramas.
I have no doubt it'll be a big change to life, honestly I'm embracing it. They'll be good days and bad days but I'll rest well knowing I have my own place.. after being in a homeless shelter for 5 months over the last year it'll be nice to have somewhere to make my own again.
Do it getting a boat will change your life
Hi Charlie, Question After watching your logs, I'm thinking you may be the man to ask re carpenter ideas. I'm planning on making a platform for my narrowboat roof (for climbing up on roof and sitting) and was thinking of fitting a car roof box after platform. Have you any advice? Do you have a wood box???? Cheers😁
I definitely say use treated decking and build a flat frame using that
Thanks!
Welcome!
Charlie, just a request….please lower the volume of your background music, I find it difficult to hear you clearly. Thanks. Love Basil.
Taken on board, thank you
@@charlieandbasil You’re welcome. I notice a lot of new bloggers do the same thing till they learn to master it. Big cuddle for Basil. My friend has a chihuahua who is a dead ringer for Basil except he’s a boy named Harley.
@@charlieandbasil nice pun
Music is a tad to high. At least for us none english as first language watchers.
Sorry about that :(
Yes, I'm an English teacher and I found it distracting. I would prefer to listen without the music tbh.
Just one question what about Docs?
What about docs?
i would love to live on a narrowboat
You should definitely do it
Hi Charile، we have a PUMP OUT! There is no smell from this at all. We have had no problems getting the tank empty. Regards Alison narrowboat boat Sarah Kay
Thanks for bringing up mental health when getting a narrowboat, these decisions are life changing and can be really stressful for anyone. Being open to talk about this is really important ❤
I’m glad to hear that !
Can't you have both licenses continues and home
To be completely honest, I’m not too sure how that works. Best way to find out. Is to phone Canal River trust?
First real sounding
Vlog on cost
Often see people talking about 50-80k to buy
You covered many bases
Like £10 k up but work
I think a lot of people have gone down quite an expensive route. But if you’re able to do a lot of the work yourself, you can get a cheap boat and make it your home. !!
p.s did you leave Benjamin’s details somewhere…. X
Yes, they’re in the description of the video
Ah, my mistake. Thanks x
do you have to pay council tax?
You don’t have to pay council tax
@@charlieandbasil You do if you have a proper residential mooring.
The license fees go up while fresh water taps and bins get neglected, there's something not right about that.
Yeah, I do agree with you on that
@@charlieandbasil Watching the rest of your videos now Charlie, I'll sub now so I don't forget.
Y pay a licence can a boat not float with out one
No, the boat would still definitely float and I think a lot of people don’t pay a license. But I think it’s a little bit unfair if you dont. But saying that canal river trust are not being very nice or good at the moment and they are upping the rates so I think there will be an influx of people not paying for a license. which to be honest is completely reasonable.
Interesting. However, please stop playing music whilst you're talking. It's not necessary and also disturbing.
Yeah, I need to sort out the music levels. I don’t know what keeps happening. It sounds fine when I’m editing. But as soon as I upload it to youtube is gets all messed up
@@charlieandbasil I don't know anything about this sort of thing. Can you just not have any music when you're talking? If that's a stupid question then just ignore it!!!
I couldn't watch due to the background music. 😢
:( sorry
@@charlieandbasil Thanks, I will watch it with the sound off because I find the information very interesting.
This may be a very interesting video - unfortunately I will never know, I can’t hear what he’s saying over the loud music. Pity.
I would love to antique your white wood it would look much better 😮
Sorry, I’m a little bit confused. What do you mean?
Please ditch the elevator music, it is annoying and adds nothing to your vlogs
I think you’re right it needs to goooo
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