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The Cathedral of the Canals
Explore The Historic Heart of England's Waterways - Braunston Junction & The Cathedral of the Canals
Welcome to an in-depth journey through Braunston, a picturesque village rich in history and home to the famous Cathedral of the Canals. Situated at the historic crossroads of England's waterways, Braunston has long been a vital hub in the nation's canal network.
In this captivating documentary, we explore Braunston Junction, where the Grand Union Canal meets the Oxford Canal - creating an engineering marvel and a lively centre of canal life. We'll uncover the rich history behind these waterways and their impact on the local community and Britain's broader canal heritage.
Our journey also leads us to the iconic Braunston Church, fondly known as the Cathedral of the Canals. Overlooking the village and the bustling junction below, this beautiful church with its tall spire has served as a guiding beacon for generations of boaters navigating these historic waters.
Featuring exclusive interviews with the village rector and churchwarden, you'll gain unique insights into the church's significance, both historically and in modern times. Discover the fascinating stories that continue to make this church a cornerstone of life in Braunston.
Join us as we peel back the layers of history, culture, and community that define Braunston as a true gem in England's rich canal heritage. From the waterways to the tranquil church, this documentary offers a closer look at a village that has played a pivotal role in shaping the story of England’s canals.
Whether you're planning a visit or exploring from home, this video provides an immersive journey through one of England’s most iconic canal villages.
Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more documentaries on England’s hidden treasures!
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To learn more about The Cathedral of the Canals:
www.allsaintsbraunston.org.uk/
To learn more about Waterways Chaplains:
www.waterwayschaplaincy.org.uk/
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Daydream Narrowboat Adventure
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Join me, Matt Limb and my colleague Chris Randall, on my UA-cam channel as I embark on an exciting new but long-awaited quest - My first-ever narrowboat adventure on the picturesque Oxford and Grand Union Canals In this video, I take you along for the ride as we navigate the serene waterways, as I briefly document this unforgettable journey, from locks to tunnels. Whether you're a boating enthu...
Harvest 2023
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Step into the captivating world of farming as we bring you an up-close and stunning three-minute glimpse into the annual harvest. Join us as we follow a local farmer through his fields, capturing the intricate process of wheat harvesting from start to finish. Renowned photographer Matt Limb takes you on an immersive visual journey, expertly showcasing the artistry and technology behind modern a...
Channel Introduction
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Step into a realm where time slows down, and the echoes of history intertwine with the beauty of the present. Welcome, to a place where the heart of the British countryside beats stronger than ever. I'm Matt Limb and thrilled to introduce you to our channel Country Echo. Here, we're on a mission to uncover the enchanting tales, the treasured heritage, and the timeless charm that define rural Br...
Muntjac & Deer Control with Rob
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Have you ever wondered about the deer population in the British Isles? Prepare to be amazed as we delve into the untamed world of deer management and control. Join us in this eye-opening video as we uncover the startling truth behind the soaring deer numbers across the country and the profound impact it's having on the rural environment. Meet Rob, a remarkable individual with a unique connectio...
Back to The Countryside | Laura's Story
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I can think of no one in this modern ever faster-moving society we live in, that could not benefit from taking some time out, especially when we add the complicated issues around coronavirus, or Covid-19 as it has been relabelled. Looking back at past generations they had their challenges, but they did not include the none-stop 24 hours a day pressure than can be with us in the modern digital a...
Nick Orr | Feather Pictures
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We all like to look at and admire, especially when it is a piece of artwork, as a countryman Nick Orr, who is often known as The Feather Picture Man, has refined something new and unique with his pictures which are normally created from a single feather, which is cut and formed before being mounted on a specialist artboard, ready for framing. Once carved and cut the feather sits proud of the bo...
Achouffe Gundogs & The Slovakian Rough Haired Pointer
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If you have an interest in working gundog you will not have failed to witness the growth in HPRs. The Hunters, Pointers and Retrievers that have appeared from Europe in recent years. Breeds like the Weimaraner and the German Wirehaired Pointer are fast becoming a common sight during a day’s shooting across the UK. But here we look at a minority breed of HPR, which according to Achouffe Gundogs ...
Will there be shooting next season, after Covid-19 - With gamekeeper Ed Coles
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No one in the country could have predicted what has happened in the late spring and early summer, to use the favourite word by the mainstream media, it is unprecedented. But, coronavirus or Covid-19 has affected almost every person in the United Kingdom, including the countryman. But as we see the early signs of the lockdown ending what has it been like for the gamekeeper? But more importantly ...
Hunting with Bloodhounds & The Cranwell Bloodhounds
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The Cranwell Bloodhounds were formed in 1992 by Joint Masters the late Philip Broughton and his wife Wendy to hunt the ‘clean boot’ that is, the natural scent of man, in this case, a cross country runner. The quarry is given about 20-minute head start before each hunt, which is referred to as a line, no trail is put down or dragged, no artificial scent used, just the pure natural smell of the c...

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  • @adel3529
    @adel3529 Місяць тому

    Very nice, so relaxing to watch. Like to see you go around the church and tell us more about the history of it.

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho Місяць тому

      Thank you, if there is one thing I learnt, it is the relaxing pace of life on the canals, in today's ever fast work life balance it was so good. I think you are right, we need to have a look at the church, remember to follow so you know once we get back.

  • @aBoatTime-uw9br
    @aBoatTime-uw9br Місяць тому

    Lovely Video

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho Місяць тому

      Thank you, as it says my first ever time on a narrowboat in the good hands of Chris, but I hope it will not be my last.

  • @g-max1808
    @g-max1808 2 місяці тому

    Me vs these hunters and their dogs. “(Picks up the exhausted fox) I AIN’T LETTING YOU HUNTERS AND TERRER MEN KILL THESE FOXES WITH YOUR HOUNDS!!!

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 2 місяці тому

      You obviously did not fully appreciate this a bloodhound pack and they do not hunt anything but a cross country runner.

  • @alanajoybailey1320
    @alanajoybailey1320 9 місяців тому

    When I was growing up I had a mix dog as this breed. Here in Australia I have found one breeder I might like to get one someday in the next couple of years.

  • @Nil-tz6gy
    @Nil-tz6gy 11 місяців тому

    I just need to know how they teach the hounds to stick to one scent and not run away - Everyone here says it's not possible to have an off-leash hound

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 11 місяців тому

      They do have a number of training days, with older hounds leading the younger ones, but I can't help with finer detail, sorry.

  • @agrowizja2979
    @agrowizja2979 Рік тому

    Great view, good job, nice movie!! I'd like ivite you for my channel to see harvest in Poland.

  • @tonylowry4146
    @tonylowry4146 Рік тому

    Great film Matt and well done Rob

  • @raphlvlogs271
    @raphlvlogs271 Рік тому

    deer over population can happen easily despite that they only give birth to 1 at a time they often grow and reproduce rapidly

  • @user-gq3ho3kb6e
    @user-gq3ho3kb6e Рік тому

    Here in North America the whitetail deer is primarily a browsing species.Overpopulation wreaks havoc on understory tree and shrub species.

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho Рік тому

      A growing population causes massive damage

  • @dominicjohnson8427
    @dominicjohnson8427 Рік тому

    It’s nice to see a stalker out with his dog, I also stalk with my bmh off lead, a dog can tell a stalker when there is deer around when the use of binos or thermal isn’t available, great video

  • @richardt.4224
    @richardt.4224 Рік тому

    More of a political statement than deerstalking!

  • @mjldeermanagment.4860
    @mjldeermanagment.4860 Рік тому

    Very informative video explaining why as Deer stalkers we play an important part in managing not only the deer population but the country side as a whole, especially to people who may not fully understand why we need to do what we do.

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho Рік тому

      Many thanks, the plan was to highlight the current situation

    • @nimrod260rem3
      @nimrod260rem3 Рік тому

      @@CountryEcho which you did👌

  • @richardchappell3420
    @richardchappell3420 Рік тому

    Thoroughly enjoyed your video, well put together & Bob's a natural.

  • @justinneill5003
    @justinneill5003 Рік тому

    Why don’t we hear more about this? I hung up my hunting boots years ago when I became aware of some of what actually goes on behind the scenes, not only with foxhunting but with drag hunting which, let’s be honest, is very often a “cover” for foxhunting. It seems to me that following the bloodhounds, hunting the “clean boot,” is better than either in just about every way unless the kill is what does it for you. The hounds are still following a natural scent, you are chasing a “quarry” which chooses its track with the objective of not only eluding hounds but also to ensure the best experience for the mounted field, rather than for pure survival which (even if you disregard the ethical aspect) can take you to impossible and impenetrable country, involve long periods of standing around, and can culminate in the unedifying and demeaning spectacle of digging out the fox which goes to ground or sending in the terriers. Instead what you get is a free-running ride across horse-friendly country, with options for every level at every obstacle, and the freedom to enjoy it all without hindrance and with a clear conscience. The fact that the bloodhound itself (or St Huberts hound, for the purists!) is such a favourite of mine, wonderful creature oozing with character, is the icing on the cake. I only wish there was a pack closer to where I live, rather than have to box the horse for miles. But I suspect this form of hunting will only grow in popularity and more and more hunts will be established in the coming years.

  • @ellielilac2
    @ellielilac2 Рік тому

    You disgusting poor excuse of human beings, don’t even bother when you die going to the pearly gates & asking St. Peter to let you in, go directly to hell where your worst nightmare will begin. Your soul will be hung drawn & quartered, enjoy.

    • @larrybrown6068
      @larrybrown6068 Рік тому

      You dip stick. Fox hounds hunt foxes, otter hounds hunt otters, mink hounds hunt mink. These are bloodhounds, they hunt humans!!

    • @ellielilac2
      @ellielilac2 Рік тому

      @@larrybrown6068 I’ll just ignore your retort & treat it with the contempt it deserves.🙄🙄

    • @larrybrown6068
      @larrybrown6068 Рік тому

      @@ellielilac2 I don't have a problem with you being anti hunt, I was simply pointing out the differences between the hounds, as you obviously didn't know. There are blood hounds, google them.

  • @loenigma69
    @loenigma69 2 роки тому

    How do I join this illustrious society and culture? I'm in the area, own a purebred bloodhound, and have the financial means.

  • @horse-lover68
    @horse-lover68 2 роки тому

    Oh God please. What a lying B

  • @ntinamorris
    @ntinamorris 2 роки тому

    Lovely british bloodhounds

  • @troycassidy6177
    @troycassidy6177 2 роки тому

    I'm very interested in using my black and tan coonhound with an Australian wild brumby for search and rescue.

  • @justinneill5003
    @justinneill5003 2 роки тому

    Ben’s comment “I ride to hunt, not hunt to ride” was interesting, because I suspect that is the case with many hunt staff and followers who haven’t seen an indoor school for years if ever, and yet when you see them in action they appear to be the most confident, competent and relaxed riders in the field. That just shows that the hunting field is not just a great training ground for horses, it does the same for riders too. I’m a firm believer that once you have mastered the basics, there is no substitute for just getting out there and putting miles on the clock, coping with all sorts of challenging situations and circumstances.

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 2 роки тому

      I don't ride, but would certainly agree on this theory for many things in life, many thanks for highlighting the point

    • @justinneill5003
      @justinneill5003 Рік тому

      I couldn’t agree more. As a rider myself, I started on ponies at an approved riding school and came through the BHS system with approved instructors but I always made a point of hacking out as often as possible, to put what I’d learned into practice in a natural fun situation where even just staying on sometimes depended on it. Constantly repeated formal lessons can make you a bit stale, you need to be reminded of exactly why you’re doing it! I’m also a skier and a motorcyclist, and the same applies to both. The formal training is important to put you on the right track, but personally I learned a lot more “in the field” afterwards. Then, it’s just the occasional lesson or simply accompanying a more advanced exponent from time to time, who can kindly observe what you do and make recommendations to stop you falling into any bad habits!

    • @susantunbridge4612
      @susantunbridge4612 10 місяців тому

      They're confident and confident riders *because* they don't ride in indoor schools, but ride outdoors in the country. I have never ridden in a hunt, but used to ride all over the place in Nova Scotia, on various kinds of horses. Had an excellent seat, lots of confidence. Much later, I found my daughter's riding lessons in an arena suffocating to watch.

  • @bordercollie1140
    @bordercollie1140 2 роки тому

    Really enjoyable video and what a great breed.

  • @csamby1694
    @csamby1694 3 роки тому

    Hi first of all happy New Year and I must say I value good health over gold your video has a lot of good points I know of people that have Lost out on a daily bread we extras and we for galleys in keepers we things that people forget and go to the outdoor shops people that make a few extra pound including cottages oll stop and it’s a big impact to family’s I even take to do with the small and old clay pigeon club it’s an all Forestry Commission and oll it’s knees still have bills to pay but can’t use it I hoip stuf improved in the future

  • @COREKhaos
    @COREKhaos 3 роки тому

    Amazing laugh just a shame fox hunting was outlawed

    • @troycassidy6177
      @troycassidy6177 Рік тому

      Come to Australia and shoot as many as you want there's millions of them

  • @paulchapman4123
    @paulchapman4123 4 роки тому

    What a great talent!

  • @paulgarrod4617
    @paulgarrod4617 4 роки тому

    Hunted with the Cranwell Bloodhounds in the early days and really enjoyed it. Sad to hear about Phils death. He was a great character. Wishing them all the best for the future from Kenya.

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 4 роки тому

      Paul, thank you for the comment and I agree the Cranwell Bloodhounds are the most welcoming, also I thought I recognised your name when working on the book - Matt

  • @sammahoney904
    @sammahoney904 4 роки тому

    Nice viewing Matt.

  • @sammahoney904
    @sammahoney904 4 роки тому

    Nice work Matt. Thank you.

  • @robinweyell6278
    @robinweyell6278 4 роки тому

    So I like Matt’s work ... he’s relaxed and natural and seems to care about the topic and the people. Beautifully filmed as well.

  • @benstone4667
    @benstone4667 4 роки тому

    You should do this for a fox hound pack

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 4 роки тому

      Thanks Ben, can I ask why, thanks

    • @benstone4667
      @benstone4667 4 роки тому

      Matt Limb Images because like the majority I have more of a interest in them

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 4 роки тому

      Ben Stone Thanks, and do it in the same style and format?

    • @benstone4667
      @benstone4667 4 роки тому

      Matt Limb Images yes

  • @rosemaryriley268
    @rosemaryriley268 4 роки тому

    hunted with the cranwell since they started and truly still love it ,great friendly bunch of people!!

  • @juliegeorge-ainscough6164
    @juliegeorge-ainscough6164 4 роки тому

    Excellent insight into this wonderful sport, am totally sold!

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 4 роки тому

      Great to hear! Thank you

    • @ellielilac2
      @ellielilac2 11 місяців тому

      Wonderful sport?! What? Racing around on horses chasing a terrified defenceless animal which practically collapses with exhaustion & fear, only to be set upon by a pack of dogs ripping it from limb to limb whilst a pack of sadistic bullies sit back & watch!! Let’s see how much of a sport it would be if a pack of animals turned on you racing you to exhaustion then ripping you to pieces see what a jolly good sport that would be. If anyone needs assessing it’s a pack of savages who inflict cruelty & pain on a living breathing little animal.

    • @juliegeorge-ainscough6164
      @juliegeorge-ainscough6164 11 місяців тому

      For goodness sake, watch the video its has nothing to do with defenceless animals

    • @juliegeorge-ainscough6164
      @juliegeorge-ainscough6164 11 місяців тому

      For goodness sake, watch the video its has nothing to do with defenceless animals@@ellielilac2

    • @juliaforsyth8332
      @juliaforsyth8332 10 місяців тому

      This is a bloodhound pack. They hunt a human and lick him to death afterwards. Get some knowledge before posting.@@ellielilac2

  • @nickwilliams3677
    @nickwilliams3677 4 роки тому

    Great people very friendly and welcoming come and enjoy.

    • @CountryEcho
      @CountryEcho 4 роки тому

      I agree! Warm and welcoming every meet no matter who you are