The British Diaries
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Forgotten Voices of the Great War on a Narrowboat.
A reading of Max Arthur’s Forgotten Voices of the Great War during Armistice.It’s always an honour to read these recollections, and hope to share with you some poignant pieces from my favourite book during this time of remembrance. Become a… Continue reading
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The 1920’s Boat Diaries; Part 4 “Something to Overcome.”
“I know what I’ll do,” I said decisively to no one. I stood up and marched to my bedroom, tossing through the clothes and blankets on my bed, frantically searching for the one thing that would make me feel better.… Continue reading
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Ep 78: Living my BEST LIFE on a 1920’s narrowboat!
My dream life has been activated! With some incredible highs, there’s also been some growth in overcoming fear. We’ve had parties, been to Crick, talked about the importance of water and future plans. I’m just so stoked and pleased that… Continue reading
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The 1920’s Boat Diaries: Part 3 “Aren’t you a treat, Elizabeth?”
Dirty clothes, bruised shins and coal laden fingernails make Lizbef a fine catch. Continue reading
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Ep 77: Leaving the Marina for Towpath Life!
Lizbef does her final preps on Maggie before finally cruising away from the marina! with the help of friends, she finds her first solo spot along the canal in the beautiful countryside of Warwickshire. Big Love, Lizbef 💕 Continue reading
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The 1920’s Boat Diaries: Part 2 “Once a river rat, always a river rat.”
Lizbef realises going from boat dweller to “lady” for a date is harder than it sounds… Continue reading
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The 1920’s Boat Diaries: Part 1 “What have I done?”
What happens when you go from a 32ft boat to a 70ft narrowboat from the 1920’s? Lizbef finds out… Continue reading
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Ep 76: Moving onboard a 1920’s narrowboat!
Lizbef whips out the paintbrushes as she brings Maggie back to Mancetter Marina for the move in date. And of course, in true Lizbef fashion, there is no room for beige… Continue reading
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Ep 75: WELCOME TO MAGGIE!
It’s time for a whole new beginning! Welcome to Maggie! A 70ft Fellows Morton & Clayton boat built in 1928! Continue reading
