I have lots of tears in my eyes. Beautiful filming, beautiful music, beautiful boat and a wonderful story. Wishing you both a long and happy future life afloat. See you at Crick XX
Awwww, Catherine! You’ll be setting me off again! He he... thank you so much for commenting on our vlogs. It means so much. Looking forward to meeting you at Crick! 💙
Guys, what can I say ! Followed the vlog from the beginning and I can see how much your holding back your emotions on this one ! I got quite choked up just watching. The boat is amazing and would be just how I’d want mine. Currently working hard to achieve that goal as well. Keep smiling, keep laughing and keep vlogging, love em.
Hi Mike 👋🏻 Wow! Thank you for following our journey. You’re right, we were holding back quite a bit when we filmed that. I hope you manage to get your boat. It’s an amazing experience. 💙
Thank for sharing your amazing journey. You truly are a beautiful couple, full of love and happiness which just radiates from both of you . You are a pleasure to watch, Thank you.
Guys the boat is absolutely beautiful.ive always been motor cruisers but this boat could easily sway me to narrowboats! Everything about her is absolutely beautiful, she's a real credit and totally eye catching. You must be so proud. Yet another great vlog!
NZ says 'SUPERB' - You have a sophisticated comfortable looking narrow boat that is truly a credit to design and craftsmanship - and your presentation was clear & fascinating. WELL DONE.
What a beautiful boat, congratulations guys, made with incredible British craftsmanship. "May the waters rise up to meet you, may the winds always be at your back, may the sunshine be warm upon your face and rains fall softly upon your fields."
You ask what I think here goes: I think the job you have done designing your boat and how it looks is beautiful! You can be very proud of what you have accomplished. You also put in a considerable amount of work into making these videos and downloading them for us to follow along in your venture. Very useful for anyone else who is contemplating on building their own their narrow boat and entertaining for those of us dreaming on owning one of these beautiful homes. The builders and contracted persons who worked with you in designing your boat and taking the time to be in and help with your videos, they certainly went above and beyond and I hope you appreciate the extra effort that they put in. They were a tribute to good old great british determination and workmanship. Thank-you for sharing and you’ve a gained a new sub. Hope you continue to post more about your adventures! Realistically I will never be able to own one of these boats as I do not live in England however dream some day of touring your country on your waterways. Such a great intimate way to see your country! Wishing you the best and many, many happy years together with your boat!
Sincerely,congratulations on your new home, stunning layout, and Bickerstaff have done a superb job on Silver Fox, many years ago I used to work for a boat yard building narrowboats and know quality when I see it. I truly hope you are both very happy in your new home. Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
Finally I get to see your completed boat. I absolutely love it, its fantastic. It looks really nice from the outside and the inside is special, modern and homely it's your home!!! enjoy it lads you and the craftsmen have absolutely nailed it... Enjoy xxx
WOW, inside and out she is absolutely beautiful, I’d be scared to take her out, all that grinding down the lock walls and bumping about in the tunnels, hope you enjoy every minute of her Hope to bump into you on the cut (not literally) one day Mark & Debbie
Hey guys! Yeah, a lot of people reckon she should be wrapped in bubble wrap, ha ha! W can't wait to get her bumped, scraped and looking more like a proper narrowboat! That's what we've bought her for :) Make sure you say hello if we pass on the cut! xxxx
Beautiful, beautiful narrowboat boys the craftsmanship is amazing and it's good to see there are still professionals out there that take pride in there work. Thank you for posting
I have seen many boats, but I love the simplicity of the decor, the effective use of black inside and out. I hope that it is the calm space that you both need.
Wow, it looks amazing. I can’t wait to see you on the water. Excellent choice of music, the boat deserved something dramatic for the finale. The entire boat building journey has been fantastic and I’ve loved it. Now the real journey starts! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us.
Dearest Sylvia. You’ve supported our journey all the way and we look forward to your comments 💙 It took a few days to find the right music. You’re right, it needed something dramatic! I hope you stay with us as we launch and start our new lives? xxx
Guys, Watching this vlog i had a sympathetic emotional tear...All i can say is wow, NB Silver fox looks amazing, She's looks lovely and I have to congratulate you on such a homely fit out, looks so relaxing inside. On a side note, this production of this particular vlog was very pleasing, the music to scene choice was spot on. All the best to both of you, Regards Steve
Oh my Silver Fox is so stunning yet functional. Come off the blog and let those emotions escape. I remember hubby's and I first home. It was so very emotional, so totally understand the emotions. I would like to say that I wish you 3 the very best happiness and memories for many years to come.
Woohoo! Absolutely Fantastic, absolutely beautiful, I don't doubt you feel emotional I was choked up watching it. I am so, so happy and pleased for you guys. Congratulations lots of love Joy & Mart
Stunning, guys - such a beautiful boat! Bickerstaffe Boats look like they have done a wonderful job bringing your dream home to life. Looking forward to the launch vlog.
I am watching backwards. I watched your series on Amazon Prime then I moved to your RUclips channel. I am enjoying everything. Thanks to COVID-19, I have a lot of time on my hand. Your vlog is making it less painful to be quarantined. Thank you!
HI from USA! I have watched narrow boat videos for the last 4 years. I follow several all the time and I must say that you both have constructed the most stunning narrow boat I have seen to date. Congrats to you both on your new home! I will follow and hope to see more of your adventures.
Hi gents, I'm not sure whether you will read this or not but I hope so. I've been catching up with your vlogs and reached your completion episode and just wanted to say thankyou. Thankyou for being a window for hope for me. I've been struggling with direction for many years anchored to trying to do all that is expected of me and burnt out. I have long wanted to find a gentler more authentic way of living and have been looking at moving onto a boat. I have procrastinated long enough! Your informative, funny and love filled blogs have given me hope and a new energy to just do it! Thankyou and bless you. Keep doing what you do.
Ive got a comment! A beautiful narrow boat beautifully built by excellent craftsmen and engineers, all to a very high standard, Colin &Shaun, and not forgetting a very important crew member cuddly captain, Ottis, I wish you all my sincerest best wishes for a happy safe voyage along the canals of Great Britain, have lots of fun boys and keep on with all your programs which i find very relaxing. Thanks again, Barrie Rothman.
I am RIDICULOUSLY late to the party having caught your series on the telly box. How wonderful to be able to watch your journey from the very beginning. You are an inspiration and completely lovely. Looking forward to catching up on 140ish more episodes! 😁 Lots of love to the Silver Fox gang. 💛
Lovely...can’t wait for your velvet custom sectional or sofa and to see how you decorate your new home. Wishing you many cozy happy fun peaceful relaxing years of living on your beautiful narrow boat
Took.your advise for vlog 41. She did not disappoint. All that wood and yet it's still very bright inside. She's beautiful and warm. I love her. Lol. Thanks guys. Love your vlogs.
Silver Fox looks fantastic, absolutely stunning both the paint work and the interior, Both yourselves must be rely proud of the Bickerstaffe workmanship. 😊
A really well thought out boat. Whenever I see these boats the bed size has always been an issue and I have pondered how to make them extend width ways. Bickerstaffe have cracked it ! Love everything about the boat. Well done and enjoy.
Wow, narrowboat Silver Fox turned out better than best. I’m especially pleased with the finish quality and color (colour) pallet. I can’t wait to see Silver Fox in the sunshine. Well done, lads!
I could tell right from the beginning how emotional you guys were feeling and rightly so. As a subscriber to the vlogs I am up to date with your output. It is so obvious that you made the right decision. I sincerely hope that you guys are as happy and contented in real life as you appear on the vlogs. Watching them on a weekend whilst I have my breakfast has become part of my regieme and I genuinely look forward to it.Thank you.
She’s amazing, you both must be so so proud of what you have achieved. Inside and out she’s beautiful. All the very best to you both in your new home. Can’t wait for your launch day and then following you both on your travels. 🥂❤️❤️
I am so glad I came back to watch these previous vlogs because I got to see the making of the Silver Fox from start to finish!. I love this narrow boat, I could not live on one, but I love the make and finish of this boat. Is beautiful, very classy.
It's a really good layout....really maximises the space. I've seen a few strange designs on RUclips lately. Bedrooms at the rear (strange) and corridors at the side which takes away so much space!!! This is honestly the most sensible layout I've seen. Enough space for eating, cooking, relaxing and sleeping.
@@FoxesAfloat A real achievement...to conceive design and build anything of your own. I'm an industrial designer and have been in all kinds of factories. I didn't fully appreciate how well every part of this boat has been made until I saw this. Everything, the hull/metal work, interior, joinery. Even the areas of grip tape on the top surfaces where you stand as well as the fabric shelters front and back. You can see where every penny has gone.
Loved this My husband and I are new to watching you guys. Love your channel. How beautiful is your country, We live in Alberta Canada and we are very happy to be watching you two. Hugs Nola Oh and your new home is spectacular!!!!
Congratulations, fellas! She is an absolutely beautiful craft. Of all things, I love the cupboard doors. Very well thought and laid out. I hope one day to meet you two on the cut. Until then, happy launch day and fair winds at your back.
wow. what an amazing journey. you guys and the beautiful SilverFox is incredibly stunning. everyone you've met along the way building your dream home have also been a pleasure to watch.
Ho-Le--S**t That is one stunning looking boat guys! :) Congratulations to the pair of you. It's been amazing watching the build I've enjoyed every minute of it :)
She’s beautiful!! Love getting the inside tour- after having watched a bunch of the later (current) videos, I always wondered how she looked inside. Y’all have done an amazing job. I need to go back through old video comments to find out how you managed to get a boat to your exact specs when I thought you mentioned in an earlier video how this boat builder doesn’t really make boats to order but rather makes a boat and then sells it as is. It’s just lovely and looks like it has been well worth the wait!
It’s wonderful watching a dream become a reality and it couldn’t happen to two nicer people! (I know I’m well behind but I can’t wait for the launch) 😊
I found your Vlogs at about the 152 or 153 mark and have watched them all until I got up-to-date. Then I decided to go back to the start with number 1. I am now finished with #41. I have had to spend some time watching one vlog after the other trying to catch catch up with you so that I have viewed them all. I love the way that you explain things. My daughter suffers from depression, so my wife and I have taken some classes with NAMI which is the National Alliance on Mental Illness here in the USA, so we can better understand what people with mental illness feel and how to help them, so we have a much better understanding of how they feel. I now need to start some counseling for grief as I lost my wife of 58 years to cancer and it has been difficult for me as I loved her dearly. Keep the vlogs coming and make a decision which is best for you as to whether to get a new boat built, staying in Scotland or one of the other options and opportunities that you are looking at as life is short and we never know what is coming around the corner for us. Take care and stay well and I am trying to do the same.
Awesome! She is beautiful, we have so enjoyed following your journey and wish you both every happiness in your new home. Looking forward the launch now 😀👍❤ xx
we are so thrilled for you guys your new home looks absolutely stunning. This is the first time we have ever commented on any you tube video but we felt so compelled to do so. We have been following your progress from day 1 and love everything about you guys,and everything you wanted to achieve which by golly you have done it. Bickerstaff have done such a wonderful job creating your dream. Looking forward to seeing the launch and hopefully we will get to meet you both and Dillion at Crick. Love Jan, Tony & Bevan our Guide Dog puppy in training
Congratulations, chaps. You have a truly beautiful narrowboat home. That sofa is going to be a bugger to find! Because, I know you will be looking for perfection, in terms of size, colour, comfort, materials, the possibility of extra storage... I'm envisioning a bespoke job will be in the offing, but fingers crossed, you'll find the perfect match without the ££££s. Best of British! x
Gent’s I’m so pleased for you both, what an amazing and beautiful new home. I have really enjoyed following along with your journey so far and look forward to your new adventures, all the best xx
It's been great to watch you guys on your journey, such an informative process from the start. Beautiful boat and can't wait to see Silver Fox on the water
Oh my god boys. Phenomenal, magnificent Really tastefully dome. I got really emotional for you. I’ll even try to get to Crick. Right. Got to go and blow my nose now. Well done. 💖🙌
Beautiful boat gents - beautiful! We’ve been going through exactly the same excitement of seeing our new boat in build and likewise hope to have her in the water in April sometime. I’ll shed a bloody tear when she’s finally on the water (mind you, some of that will be from the cost lol). Just goes to show every boat is unique and that’s what beats the hell of the repetitive box like new homes being built these days! Hope to see you at Crick Cheers!
Get ready.... the boat is fantastic, inside and out perfect, the thought and detail, the windows are so cool, it's spot on guy's. The both of you are what can i say.. perfect together, you are cool, professional, warm, funny and down to earth. You have inspired me so much and to tell you the truth helped me throu my bad times ( I care for mum & Dad with dementia) I popped in to Bickerstaff a couple of weeks ago with my Dad, never been made so welcome, lovely people. Sorry for going on. You deserve this new fab life, freedom, countryside. Inner piece. Kindest regards Stuart
Hey, Stuart! Was it you and your Dad who were there when we were filming a couple of weeks ago? I remember Shaun saying something but I was filming the TV vlog inside our boat. Thanks for that very lovely comment. 💙
@@FoxesAfloat yes that was me and my Dad. Can not wait to see you afloat. Best wishes and hope to meet you in the future when I am aboard my dream. Thanks for sharing your journey. Stuart
WOW! you guys are amazing! it brought a lump to my throat at the end. i love the cupboard doors, it makes the galley look so much nicer. It's such a modern but homely boat. i wish you guys lots of happy memories on board Silver Fox. Thank you for sharing you're journey with us.
I had a lump in my throat watching that! She is absolutely beautiful and a perfect home for you both. Enjoy every moment in her xx
Thanks, Mandy!
We’re excited to get aboard 💙
I have lots of tears in my eyes. Beautiful filming, beautiful music, beautiful boat and a wonderful story. Wishing you both a long and happy future life afloat. See you at Crick XX
Awwww, Catherine! You’ll be setting me off again! He he... thank you so much for commenting on our vlogs. It means so much. Looking forward to meeting you at Crick! 💙
Some great craftsmanship has gone into the build of that boat. They’ve really done a stunningly good job.
They are wizards! Totally exceeded our expectations. ❤️
Modern, stylish, sleek and elegant...she’s a stunner!
...and the boat? 😂😂
Guys, what can I say ! Followed the vlog from the beginning and I can see how much your holding back your emotions on this one ! I got quite choked up just watching. The boat is amazing and would be just how I’d want mine. Currently working hard to achieve that goal as well. Keep smiling, keep laughing and keep vlogging, love em.
Hi Mike 👋🏻
Wow! Thank you for following our journey. You’re right, we were holding back quite a bit when we filmed that. I hope you manage to get your boat. It’s an amazing experience. 💙
Fabulous. Absolutely fabulous. She looks beautiful and I hope you’ll be absurdly happy in your new home for years to come.
Thank you! x
Thank for sharing your amazing journey. You truly are a beautiful couple, full of love and happiness which just radiates from both of you . You are a pleasure to watch, Thank you.
The craftsmanship that’s goes into those narrow boats is just unreal. Electrics, plumbing, carpentry the whole lot plus many more just incredible👍
Couldn't agree more!
Congrats Gentlemen! It's always wonderful to see a dream when it comes to fruition! May your be blessed with many happy years onboard her!
Thanks, Ken! xx
Guys the boat is absolutely beautiful.ive always been motor cruisers but this boat could easily sway me to narrowboats! Everything about her is absolutely beautiful, she's a real credit and totally eye catching.
You must be so proud.
Yet another great vlog!
Thanks, Tim. Yeah, we're all proud of her 👍🏻
NZ says 'SUPERB' - You have a sophisticated comfortable looking narrow boat that is truly a credit to design and craftsmanship - and your presentation was clear & fascinating. WELL DONE.
Thank you, Martin! That’s very kind of you.
What a beautiful boat, congratulations guys, made with incredible British craftsmanship.
"May the waters rise up to meet you, may the winds always be at your back, may the sunshine be warm upon your face and rains fall softly upon your fields."
Thank you so much! 💜
Love the honesty of your Videos, you guys enhance each other, Thank you again.
As a family we have watched your dream boat develop and have to say it looks fantastic. All our best wishes for the future!
Foxes Afloat we look forward to it lads.
You ask what I think here goes: I think the job you have done designing your boat and how it looks is beautiful! You can be very proud of what you have accomplished. You also put in a considerable amount of work into making these videos and downloading them for us to follow along in your venture. Very useful for anyone else who is contemplating on building their own their narrow boat and entertaining for those of us dreaming on owning one of these beautiful homes. The builders and contracted persons who worked with you in designing your boat and taking the time to be in and help with your videos, they certainly went above and beyond and I hope you appreciate the extra effort that they put in. They were a tribute to good old great british determination and workmanship. Thank-you for sharing and you’ve a gained a new sub. Hope you continue to post more about your adventures! Realistically I will never be able to own one of these boats as I do not live in England however dream some day of touring your country on your waterways. Such a great intimate way to see your country! Wishing you the best and many, many happy years together with your boat!
Thank you so much! If ever you do find yourself in the UK, let us know. We'd be delighted to take you for a cruise : )xxx
Sincerely,congratulations on your new home, stunning layout, and Bickerstaff have done a superb job on Silver Fox, many years ago I used to work for a boat yard building narrowboats and know quality when I see it. I truly hope you are both very happy in your new home. Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
Foxes Afloat wouldn’t miss it looking forward to it.
Finally I get to see your completed boat. I absolutely love it, its fantastic. It looks really nice from the outside and the inside is special, modern and homely it's your home!!! enjoy it lads you and the craftsmen have absolutely nailed it... Enjoy xxx
Appreciated 👍🏻
WOW, inside and out she is absolutely beautiful, I’d be scared to take her out, all that grinding down the lock walls and bumping about in the tunnels, hope you enjoy every minute of her
Hope to bump into you on the cut (not literally) one day
Mark & Debbie
Hey guys! Yeah, a lot of people reckon she should be wrapped in bubble wrap, ha ha! W can't wait to get her bumped, scraped and looking more like a proper narrowboat! That's what we've bought her for :) Make sure you say hello if we pass on the cut! xxxx
Beautiful, beautiful narrowboat boys the craftsmanship is amazing and it's good to see there are still professionals out there that take pride in there work. Thank you for posting
Hey, Marian! Yeah, the Bickerstaffe team have exceeded all our expectations. xxx
Wow wow wow! We were welling up too at the end. See you at Crick xx
Can't wait to meet you guys! xxxxxxxx
I have seen many boats, but I love the simplicity of the decor, the effective use of black inside and out. I hope that it is the calm space that you both need.
Thanks, Ian. 👍🏻
Best boat design and build that I’ve seen so far. Great Job. Watching from New York
Thank you! Sending good wishes to NY 🍏
Gentlemen - well done! She’s beautiful inside and out.
Thanks, Michael! 👍🏻
Wow, it looks amazing. I can’t wait to see you on the water. Excellent choice of music, the boat deserved something dramatic for the finale. The entire boat building journey has been fantastic and I’ve loved it. Now the real journey starts! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us.
Dearest Sylvia. You’ve supported our journey all the way and we look forward to your comments 💙 It took a few days to find the right music. You’re right, it needed something dramatic! I hope you stay with us as we launch and start our new lives? xxx
Guys, Watching this vlog i had a sympathetic emotional tear...All i can say is wow, NB Silver fox looks amazing, She's looks lovely and I have to congratulate you on such a homely fit out, looks so relaxing inside.
On a side note, this production of this particular vlog was very pleasing, the music to scene choice was spot on.
All the best to both of you, Regards Steve
Hey Steve! Always great to hear from you! Yeah, the music took some choosing! I love it too :) x
The build and outfitting came together very nicely.
Beautiful new home! May you have many, many happy years pootling along the canals! 👍👍
Thank you. Pootling is such a fab word 😂
@@FoxesAfloat I have watched many programs from England over many years and never heard that word till watching Narrow Boat videos. I love it! 😊
Oh my Silver Fox is so stunning yet functional. Come off the blog and let those emotions escape. I remember hubby's and I first home. It was so very emotional, so totally understand the emotions. I would like to say that I wish you 3 the very best happiness and memories for many years to come.
Thank you SOOOO much! 👍🏻
Woohoo! Absolutely Fantastic, absolutely beautiful, I don't doubt you feel emotional I was choked up watching it. I am so, so happy and pleased for you guys. Congratulations lots of love Joy & Mart
Hey guys! Thank you 🙏🏻 Yeah, we were a bit choked up when we filmed it. 💙
Stunning, guys - such a beautiful boat! Bickerstaffe Boats look like they have done a wonderful job bringing your dream home to life. Looking forward to the launch vlog.
Bet you guys can’t wait to have her in the water! xx
There's been a lot of design thought, functionality solutions and craft skills gone into your new home. Enjoy!
Thanks, Kev! The lads at Bickerstaffe have done an amazing job! x
I am watching backwards. I watched your series on Amazon Prime then I moved to your RUclips channel. I am enjoying everything. Thanks to COVID-19, I have a lot of time on my hand. Your vlog is making it less painful to be quarantined. Thank you!
Welcome aboard!
Beautiful! Congratulations to everyone involved, it's a boat to be proud of! X
Thanks, Linda! We’re proud of her and the Bickerstaffe team 💙
HI from USA! I have watched narrow boat videos for the last 4 years. I follow several all the time and I must say that you both have constructed the most stunning narrow boat I have seen to date. Congrats to you both on your new home! I will follow and hope to see more of your adventures.
Hey, Bob! Thank you! I hope you enjoy what's to come :) x
She is just stunning wow 😃congrats to you both
Thanks, Veronika! She really is! Looking forward to launching her next :) x
Hi gents, I'm not sure whether you will read this or not but I hope so. I've been catching up with your vlogs and reached your completion episode and just wanted to say thankyou. Thankyou for being a window for hope for me. I've been struggling with direction for many years anchored to trying to do all that is expected of me and burnt out. I have long wanted to find a gentler more authentic way of living and have been looking at moving onto a boat. I have procrastinated long enough! Your informative, funny and love filled blogs have given me hope and a new energy to just do it! Thankyou and bless you. Keep doing what you do.
Yes! We read every comment 👍🏻
Good luck if you decide to try boating ♥️
Easily the nicest narrowboat I've ever seen. Love the design. Looking forward to your canal adventures.
Thank you so much! x
Ive got a comment! A beautiful narrow boat beautifully built by excellent craftsmen and engineers, all to a very high standard,
Colin &Shaun, and not forgetting a very important crew member cuddly captain, Ottis, I wish you all my sincerest best wishes
for a happy safe voyage along the canals of Great Britain, have lots of fun boys and keep on with all your programs which i
find very relaxing.
Thanks again, Barrie Rothman.
Thank you so much, Barry xxxx
Spiffy spiffy bang up job, guys, you have out done yourselves, omg absolutely beautiful, I mean stunning, Silver Fox is gorgeous.
Thank you! #spiffy lol 😂
I am RIDICULOUSLY late to the party having caught your series on the telly box. How wonderful to be able to watch your journey from the very beginning. You are an inspiration and completely lovely. Looking forward to catching up on 140ish more episodes! 😁 Lots of love to the Silver Fox gang. 💛
Welcome aboard! x
Lovely...can’t wait for your velvet custom sectional or sofa and to see how you decorate your new home. Wishing you many cozy happy fun peaceful relaxing years of living on your beautiful narrow boat
Hmmmm... Velvet? He he! You might be a little disappointed with our Ikea sofa 😂 xx
Took.your advise for vlog 41. She did not disappoint. All that wood and yet it's still very bright inside. She's beautiful and warm. I love her. Lol. Thanks guys. Love your vlogs.
Thanks, Pamela! x
Truly stunning - so well thought through - right to the wok!
❤️👍👍👍👍🥂
Ha ha! Chicken Stir Fry tonight, lol! 😋
Silver Fox looks fantastic, absolutely stunning both the paint work and the interior, Both yourselves must be rely proud of the Bickerstaffe workmanship. 😊
We are, Vince! Thanks 👍🏻
A really well thought out boat. Whenever I see these boats the bed size has always been an issue and I have pondered how to make them extend width ways. Bickerstaffe have cracked it ! Love everything about the boat. Well done and enjoy.
Thank you! x
Now that’s what I like a plane and simple lay out with great room and storage. You all did a great job. Now wax and keep it clean in and out.
Thanks! Will do!
Wow, narrowboat Silver Fox turned out better than best.
I’m especially pleased with the finish quality and color (colour) pallet. I can’t wait to see Silver Fox in the sunshine. Well done, lads!
Hi Jay 👋🏻
She’s going to look so cool in the sunshine ☀️
Lads this really is a truly stunning boat. I'm jealous 😂. The craftsmanship from Bickerstaffe Boats is brilliant.
We agree!
You got it spot on lads....makes me want a new one now!
Thank you Mike. Go on.... do it, you know you want to 🤣🤣
Love the quality of the finish and fittings and to the attention to detail to all aspects, big and small. 👍👏👏👏👏
Thanks, Terry!
Saw videos of you on the water already, but this was amazing. Dun good lads! and Kudos to the builders, brilliant job.
Thanks Rich! Yeah, they did a great job! 👍🏻
Congratulations - can't wait to see your first vlog on the water. Kev.
Cheers Kev. We can’t wait to make our first vlog on the water xx
As beautiful as its owners. Bravo guys! Ya dun good! ;-)
Thanks, Annie! 👍🏻❤️
Congratulations. Your joy is well-deserved.
May you have love and peace in your new home.
Thank you Catherine. Keep watching and you’ll see how we get on 👍❤️
Wow! She looks amazing! I'm so pleased for you both...exciting times ahead xxx
Thanks! We’re proper excited! 😆
I could tell right from the beginning how emotional you guys were feeling and rightly so. As a subscriber to the vlogs I am up to date with your output. It is so obvious that you made the right decision. I sincerely hope that you guys are as happy and contented in real life as you appear on the vlogs. Watching them on a weekend whilst I have my breakfast has become part of my regieme and I genuinely look forward to it.Thank you.
We're always happy in life, glad you enjoyed this one xxxx
She’s amazing, you both must be so so proud of what you have achieved. Inside and out she’s beautiful. All the very best to you both in your new home. Can’t wait for your launch day and then following you both on your travels. 🥂❤️❤️
Hi Lynne! 👋🏻
Thanks! We’re counting down to launch day. xxx
I am so glad I came back to watch these previous vlogs because I got to see the making of the Silver Fox from start to finish!. I love this narrow boat, I could not live on one, but I love the make and finish of this boat. Is beautiful, very classy.
Thanks Sonia! x
She is beautiful! Congratulations guys, very pleased for you. Can't wait for the launch.
Hi Adrian 👋🏻
Thank you, she really is 😊 We’re counting down to the launch 🚀
It's a really good layout....really maximises the space. I've seen a few strange designs on RUclips lately. Bedrooms at the rear (strange) and corridors at the side which takes away so much space!!! This is honestly the most sensible layout I've seen. Enough space for eating, cooking, relaxing and sleeping.
I totally agree!
@@FoxesAfloat A real achievement...to conceive design and build anything of your own. I'm an industrial designer and have been in all kinds of factories. I didn't fully appreciate how well every part of this boat has been made until I saw this. Everything, the hull/metal work, interior, joinery. Even the areas of grip tape on the top surfaces where you stand as well as the fabric shelters front and back. You can see where every penny has gone.
Absolutely stunning hope you have many happy years on it
Thank you, Patrick! Can’t wait to get moved aboard now ☺️
patrick tidman XX
Loved this My husband and I are new to watching you guys. Love your channel. How beautiful is your country, We live in Alberta Canada and we are very happy to be watching you two. Hugs Nola Oh and your new home is spectacular!!!!
Thank you so much!
Congratulations... Kev and the team have done you proud... she looks like ‘home’ xx
They’ve worked like wizards! Truly amazing workmanship xxx
In love with the cupboard door finish. Brilliant choice to go with the same panels as the wall.
Thanks so much!
Congratulations, fellas! She is an absolutely beautiful craft. Of all things, I love the cupboard doors. Very well thought and laid out. I hope one day to meet you two on the cut. Until then, happy launch day and fair winds at your back.
Hey! Lovely comment. Thanks!
wow. what an amazing journey. you guys and the beautiful SilverFox is incredibly stunning. everyone you've met along the way building your dream home have also been a pleasure to watch.
WOW thank you so much, Chris xxx
Wow! Absolutely stunning! Many happy years on narrowboat Silverfox! Looking forward to see her in the water.
Thank you! We’re counting down to launch day now. 💙
I think it's like art on the water! Beautiful choices, gents❤️
Thank you, Susan 💜
Ho-Le--S**t That is one stunning looking boat guys! :) Congratulations to the pair of you. It's been amazing watching the build I've enjoyed every minute of it :)
Thanks, Steven! Glad you enjoyed it. I hope you stick around for the launch 👍🏻
Wouldn't miss it! :)
Oh my, Silver Fox is stunning! The Bickerstaffe crew and all the craftsman did phenomenal work! A work of art.
We 100% agree! x
She’s beautiful!! Love getting the inside tour- after having watched a bunch of the later (current) videos, I always wondered how she looked inside. Y’all have done an amazing job. I need to go back through old video comments to find out how you managed to get a boat to your exact specs when I thought you mentioned in an earlier video how this boat builder doesn’t really make boats to order but rather makes a boat and then sells it as is. It’s just lovely and looks like it has been well worth the wait!
Yeah, it's all explained in the older videos, especially the Q&A ones 👍🏻
It’s wonderful watching a dream become a reality and it couldn’t happen to two nicer people! (I know I’m well behind but I can’t wait for the launch) 😊
Thanks, Andrew. Happy catching-up!
Absolutely stunning layout and first class job !
Thanks, Martin. The Bickerstaffe team have worked nothing less than magic! xxx
She is absolutely beautiful, you have got so much in but it doesn’t look cluttered. I’m sure you are going to have such adventures
Thank you so much!
Wow!!!! looking forward to seeing silver fox go in the water.
So are we, Martin! Excited is an understatement 😬
I found your Vlogs at about the 152 or 153 mark and have watched them all until I got up-to-date. Then I decided to go back to the start with number 1. I am now finished with #41. I have had to spend some time watching one vlog after the other trying to catch catch up with you so that I have viewed them all. I love the way that you explain things. My daughter suffers from depression, so my wife and I have taken some classes with NAMI which is the National Alliance on Mental Illness here in the USA, so we can better understand what people with mental illness feel and how to help them, so we have a much better understanding of how they feel.
I now need to start some counseling for grief as I lost my wife of 58 years to cancer and it has been difficult for me as I loved her dearly. Keep the vlogs coming and make a decision which is best for you as to whether to get a new boat built, staying in Scotland or one of the other options and opportunities that you are looking at as life is short and we never know what is coming around the corner for us. Take care and stay well and I am trying to do the same.
Awesome! She is beautiful, we have so enjoyed following your journey and wish you both every happiness in your new home. Looking forward the launch now 😀👍❤ xx
Thank you! We're counting down till launch day now :) xx
Congratulations, she is beautiful! Love the shiny outside and the modern but homely interior. Sure you will love your new home xx
Thanks, Lesley, and for following our journey so far xxxxxx
we are so thrilled for you guys your new home looks absolutely stunning. This is the first time we have ever commented on any you tube video but we felt so compelled to do so. We have been following your progress from day 1 and love everything about you guys,and everything you wanted to achieve which by golly you have done it. Bickerstaff have done such a wonderful job creating your dream. Looking forward to seeing the launch and hopefully we will get to meet you both and Dillion at Crick. Love Jan, Tony & Bevan our Guide Dog puppy in training
Hi guys! I’m proper chuffed to be your first RUclips comment! Thanks!
Yeah, we’ll be at the Crick Show so say hello if you see us 👍🏻❤️
Absolutely brilliant seeing Narrowboat Silver Fox coming to life! 💚💜
Congratulations, chaps. You have a truly beautiful narrowboat home. That sofa is going to be a bugger to find! Because, I know you will be looking for perfection, in terms of size, colour, comfort, materials, the possibility of extra storage... I'm envisioning a bespoke job will be in the offing, but fingers crossed, you'll find the perfect match without the ££££s. Best of British! x
Hey! Guess what! We found one in Ikea that was perfect! lol xxxx
@@FoxesAfloat Oh, I'm so pleased for you! Excellent! x
Wow, looks fabulous all new and shiny. Love silver fox 😊
Thanks, Ian. Just wait till she’s been through her first few locks 😂 xx
stunning guys just as I imagined it would be ,,,,,,,just look after my boat lol hopefully see yous at crick
Thanks, Mick! Yeah, we’ll be at the Crick Show. Say hello if you see us 👍🏻
Silverfox looks amazing inside, have loved watching the boat take shape and now we see your dream come true.
Beautiful. So pleased for you both. Hopefully see you at Crick. Enjoy.
Hi Colin 👋🏻
Thank you! Yeah, we’ll be at the Crick Show so please say hello if you see us 👋🏻
Having just watched this video, like to say your boat is absolutely gorgeous, the craftsmanship is 2nd to none. Your tour of the boat was awesome.
Thank you very much!
Gent’s I’m so pleased for you both, what an amazing and beautiful new home. I have really enjoyed following along with your journey so far and look forward to your new adventures, all the best xx
Thank you so much! We're excited to get launched! xxx
It's been great to watch you guys on your journey, such an informative process from the start. Beautiful boat and can't wait to see Silver Fox on the water
Hi, Gray! 👋🏻
Thank you so much! We can’t wait to launch her. Super excited 😆
So exciting! Congratulations! Xx
Cheers guys 👍🏻❤️
Beautiful Craftsmanship! God bless and safe sailing.
Thank you, John!
Oh my god boys. Phenomenal, magnificent Really tastefully dome. I got really emotional for you. I’ll even try to get to Crick. Right. Got to go and blow my nose now. Well done. 💖🙌
He he...! Thank you! We’re really proud of what the guys have achieved for us. Say hello if you see us wondering around at Crick 👍🏻
You two did an excellent job on the design and layout of your boat. I think it's quite wonderful.
Thank you very much!
Congratulations! She's beautiful! Wishing you many many happy and healthy miles!
Thanks, John! Can’t wait until we launch now 😊
Beautiful, just beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story so far. We look forwarded to following you on to the water and beyond-
Thanks, Keith. Very kind of you. 💙
Beautiful boat gents - beautiful! We’ve been going through exactly the same excitement of seeing our new boat in build and likewise hope to have her in the water in April sometime.
I’ll shed a bloody tear when she’s finally on the water (mind you, some of that will be from the cost lol).
Just goes to show every boat is unique and that’s what beats the hell of the repetitive box like new homes being built these days!
Hope to see you at Crick
Cheers!
Hey, Martin! 👋🏻
What a rollercoaster, eh? Make sure to say hello if you see us wondering around at Crick 👍🏻
Will do - it’s taken us 9 months to decide on a name ‘Canalifornia Dreamin...’ haha
Get ready.... the boat is fantastic, inside and out perfect, the thought and detail, the windows are so cool, it's spot on guy's.
The both of you are what can i say.. perfect together, you are cool, professional, warm, funny and down to earth. You have inspired me so much and to tell you the truth helped me throu my bad times ( I care for mum & Dad with dementia) I popped in to Bickerstaff a couple of weeks ago with my Dad, never been made so welcome, lovely people. Sorry for going on. You deserve this new fab life, freedom, countryside. Inner piece.
Kindest regards Stuart
Hey, Stuart!
Was it you and your Dad who were there when we were filming a couple of weeks ago? I remember Shaun saying something but I was filming the TV vlog inside our boat.
Thanks for that very lovely comment. 💙
@@FoxesAfloat yes that was me and my Dad.
Can not wait to see you afloat.
Best wishes and hope to meet you in the future when I am aboard my dream. Thanks for sharing your journey.
Stuart
Stunning boat 👍😍
Thanks Heather. She really is ❤️
WOW! you guys are amazing! it brought a lump to my throat at the end. i love the cupboard doors, it makes the galley look so much nicer. It's such a modern but homely boat. i wish you guys lots of happy memories on board Silver Fox. Thank you for sharing you're journey with us.
Awwww, thank you! 💙 We never imagined people would want to share this with us, so it means so much to see comments like this. Thanks! ❤️
Wowser! That's a boat and 'alf that is. I am sure you're going to have some great adventures. Hope to see you out there :)
Hi Suzanne! Nice of you to say, thank you!
Can’t wait to get her launched now 😆
An ohh so shiny Dream come true. It's beautiful.
Hey Jason! Ha ha! Yeah, proper shiny! xx
Congrats! Can't wait to follow your journeys!
Cheers!
Thank you, Janelle (cool name btw) 👍🏻