11 episodes
The Narrowboat Podcast Lydia Brown
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- Leisure
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5.0 • 15 Ratings
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Hosted by Lydia Brown the Narrowboat Podcast is a show aimed at anybody interested in life on the water. Each episode Lydia will be joined by an individual who has some boating experience.
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod
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An Independent Holiday Boat Company | Narrowboat Tiller Girl
In this Episode:
- What you need to run a hire boat company
- Costs involved for commercial insurance and CRT Lisence ect.
- The day to day work that goes into running a charter boat.
Where to find Mel online:
https://tillergirl.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/narrowboattillergirl/
Lydia's Boat Instagram
www.instagram.com/narrowboat_lilly_mae
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod -
Three Generations Living on Narrowboats | The Liveaboard Family
In this Episode:
- Buying their narrowboat
- Battery Issues: No power or water for 3 months
- Living with a toddler on a boat
- Moving towards a more minimalist lifestyle
- Home School or Traditional school?
- Cruising and commuting
- The Liveaboard Family Youtube Channel
Where to find Georgia online:
Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheLiveaboardFamily/
Boat Instagram: www.instagram.com/theliveaboardfamily/
Personal Instagram: www.instagram.com/georgiadaisie/
Lydia's Boat Instagram
www.instagram.com/narrowboat_lilly_mae
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod -
A complete Narrowboat Renovation | Anna from Annadyeah
In this Episode:
- How Anna came to boat life (she didn't buy a boat!)
- Details of the full renovation.
- Why Anna prefers marina life to continuously cruising.
Where to find Anna online:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/annadyeah
Lydia's Boat Instagram
www.instagram.com/narrowboat_lilly_mae
Products Mentioned:
Made Haru 2 Seater Sofabed: https://www.made.com/haru-small-sofa-bed-pine-green-velvet
Made Haru 3 Seater Sofabed: https://www.made.com/haru-large-double-sofa-bed-pine-green-velvet
Futon Company sofabed (Get the ultimate matress): https://www.futoncompany.co.uk/sofa-beds/size/single/oak-switch-sofa-bed.html
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod -
Should You Paint Your Boat Yourself? | Hannah from Hannahs_Narrow_Escape
In this Episode:
- Transitioning from being in the Navy.
- Living in a marina in Gloucester.
- Comparing stories from painting our boats exteriors.
- Adopting a cat when you live on a boat.
Where to find Hannah online:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/hannahs_narrow_escape
Lydia's Boat Instagram: www.instagram.com/narrowboat_lilly_mae
Products Mentioned:
Wireless Sander: https://amzn.to/3n01wSB
240v Sander: https://amzn.to/2G4vd4l
Vactan Rust Converter: shorturl.at/CJMZ2
Red Oxide Primer: https://amzn.to/3cI7RNM
Body Filler: https://amzn.to/3ihDUW2
Marine Primer: https://amzn.to/3ibJ5GU
International Undercoat: https://amzn.to/2ScRgrT
Teamac Undercoat: https://amzn.to/3cJ73Ii
Teamac Paint Topcoat (used by Lydia): https://www.teamac.co.uk/
International Toplac (Topcoat): shorturl.at/coCQ2
Budget Option topcoat: https://amzn.to/3cJbxia
Tesa Precision Masking Tape: https://amzn.to/33dHAnk
Good Roller Heads: https://amzn.to/3jlKlJ0
Paint Brushes: https://amzn.to/2GrUOUI
White Spirit: https://amzn.to/3ij1QrK
Paint Thinner: https://amzn.to/36onxo6
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod -
Kate Moss's Manager Turned Boat Mover | Calvin from The Boat Movers
In this Episode:
- Calvin's experience as Kate Moss's Agent for 10 years.
- Moving onto a wide beam canal boat.
- Helmsmen courses and becoming a boat mover.
- A few great anecdotes.
Where to find Calvin online:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/calvinnew
Buisness Instagram: www.instagram.com/theboatmovers
Website: theboatmovers.co.uk
Lydia's Boat Instagram: www.instagram.com/narrowboat_lilly_mae
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod -
A Witch On Water? | Wendy from Wendy Witch
In this Episode:
- What does it mean to be a WITCH!
- What is Tarot Card reading?
- All about Wendy's Work as a Pagan Celebrant
- Adapting your life to a boat that's almost 100 years old!
Where to find Wendy online:
Website: www.wendywitch.co.uk
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wendy_witch
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wendywaterwitch
Lydia's Boat Instagram: www.instagram.com/narrowboat_lilly_mae
If you would like to show your support for the show please consider donating me a cup of tea or coffee at: www.buymeacoffee.com/NarrowboatPod
Customer Reviews
Looking at life on a boat
Really interesting listening to the different experiences and lives of people who live and work on the canals and rivers.
Lots of varied experiences.
A slice of life on the water
For boat owners, potential boat owners, or just people who like life stories, Lydia hosts a very listenable podcast that tells the story of how she bought her first boat. A lesson on focus and making things happen when you chase your dream.
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