Winter on the Water

What’s it really like living on a canal boat during winter? In this episode, I share the ups and downs of winter life on the water – the cold, the shorter days, and the isolation that come with it. As someone who’s spent a lot of time navigating through it, I give you a behind-the-scenes look at balancing the tough side of winter with the unexpected rewards.

From keeping the fire burning to embracing the quiet of winter moorings, I share the little things that make this season special – like wildlife sightings, the beauty of the landscape, and how the solitude can spark creativity.

I also talk about the practical side: staying warm, finding the right spots to moor, and how living this way takes both physical effort and mental resilience.

Robbie Cumming's Canal Boat Podcast is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Robbie Cumming's Canal Boat Podcast

I'm Robbie Cumming, and this is my Canal Boat Podcast where I'll be taking you on a journey behind the scenes on my TV show Canal Boat Diaries, letting you in even further to my little world on the waterways.

Whether you're a boater or live on land, Robbie Cumming's Canal Boat Podcast is for anyone who enjoys looking at life a bit differently.

New episodes every fortnight, so don't forget to subscribe to keep it cranking.'

• No. of episodes: 28
• Latest episode: 2025-06-10
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