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  • @yvonnemerchant3916
    @yvonnemerchant3916 2 роки тому +8

    Really really really enjoyed your video, we have watched lots of van lifers who have visited Ironbridge but none have covered it the way you have.
    The quality of your videos is increasing with each one and this one in particular, which just proves that practice makes perfect. You used the word fail, the people who make it look so easy have practiced and while practicing there is not such a thing as fail, there is just we will try to do better next time 😀
    So please just keep on practicing and like your videos you will get better at it ❤️❤️❤️

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Wow thanks so much for those kind words. We had a rough start to this trip with various things going on in our lives that Im surprised we got anything out at all but our aim was to always cover Ironbridge from a different angle. And you are so right with your words about failing 🥰 we will get there 🤞 jane

  • @louisesymonds9963
    @louisesymonds9963 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for such a comprehensive look at Ironbridge. We visited a few weeks ago and this makes me realise we have to go back as we missed so much! We parked at Benthall Hall National Trust and walked to Ironbridge via the woods and old track bed. Hope you are both feeling better. Don’t get rid of stu, Jane! X

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting Louise ☺️. We haven’t been to Benthall Hall (or even heard of it 😳) so thats definitely going on our list now 👍. Ironbridge is fantastic isnt it ! Jane

  • @bigaldo8187
    @bigaldo8187 2 роки тому +6

    First off, I've only just found your channel, and it's become one of my favourites!
    Everyone goes through the same anxieties when they first start out: what have I forgotten, have I brought too much, did you bring the..... etc.
    Its just part of the learning process. Those that make it look easy have learned - you will too.
    One of the engaging elements of your videos is you being honest about how you feel. That honesty (for me) really connects in a much more real way than those who portray the perfect, instagram lifestyle.
    I also love the humourous way you have a pop at each other from time to time..
    Very interesting channel and I genuinely wish you well on your trip. Hopefully you'll feel better soon Jane.
    Keep doing what you are doing.
    Aldo

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      First and foremost thanks for a great comment and appreciate the feedback … we always show the reality ( no acting lol ) … we learned a lot from videos so we hope that it’s useful for others as well as enjoying the process albeit a lot of effort.
      Jane is a lot better thanks so we are getting into the swing of things

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Hi Aldo. What Stew says ☺️. Thanks so much as comments like yours really keep us going 👍 jane

    • @julierogers1155
      @julierogers1155 2 роки тому +1

      I am glad you pointed out the following:
      "One of the engaging elements of your videos is you being honest about how you feel. That honesty (for me) really connects in a much more real way than those who portray the perfect, instagram lifestyle."
      It is the same for me, thanks.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      @@julierogers1155 aw thanks Julie that means a lot to both of us - it’s no use hiding or acting is our view. Really appreciate you reading other comments - blown away

  • @markmangan845
    @markmangan845 2 роки тому +1

    Hi folks, very enjoyable, 😊👍

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Mark hope you are well - as ever appreciate the watch and the comment

    • @markmangan845
      @markmangan845 2 роки тому +1

      @@getawaygeese fine thanks , there must be something in the air as I also have recieved a speeding fine in the last few days 😮 gutted

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      We feel your pain 🤦‍♀️ jane

  • @manondeslauriers2645
    @manondeslauriers2645 2 роки тому +1

    Nice and interesting video! I am sure you will be fine together traveling with Harry. This is a very nice project. !!

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching and above all commenting ☺️ Our trip didnt start so great so was very challenging ! We are finding our feet though (and havent killed eachother 😂😂) jane

  • @callysomers919
    @callysomers919 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent! Absolutely loved today’s vlog! Very informative & interesting! Brilliant filming and photography! Great editing, volume controls spot on! No music during the fascinating commentary makes such a difference. Too many vloggers have music too loud, or inappropriate sound tracks also it’s distracting when played at the same time as the narration. As others have said no one else has given such a very comprehensive review of the Ironbridge area. Thank you very much. Happy travels & Good luck in your future adventures. We will be watching with interest and will be with you in spirit. Hopefully on the road ourselves before too long, when we get our van finished. Best wishes. Cally & John

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thankyou for such wonderful feedback - with direction we have evolved I hope in video making - our early videos fell into inappropriate music but I am glad you feel it’s appropriate. The area has loads of history and often overlooked as everyone focusses on the bridge itself understandably mind you

  • @whiskeycook3323
    @whiskeycook3323 2 роки тому +1

    Great history!

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the watch and above all commenting - there is so much history in that gorge

  • @susangreenwell1431
    @susangreenwell1431 2 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed this video and the information you gave as you were walking. Looking forward to joining you on future adventures 👋👋👋

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the watch and above all the comment …

  • @shirjoin
    @shirjoin 2 роки тому +1

    Kudos. Terrific video of real life in a van, and it is only starting. Looking forward to new videos of your adventure.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting - appreciate the feedback

  • @dappleddays4546
    @dappleddays4546 2 роки тому +1

    That was a good video, it is clear you have put a lot of work into it. A video that give an all round taste of a place helps us decide whether we would enjoy a visit and how much time we would need to take in the things that interest us.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and above all commenting - the feedback keeps us going as there is a lot of effort that’s us made all worthwhile if just one person enjoys it
      If you get the chance to visit take it and explore downstream to

  • @brianinbrisbane6632
    @brianinbrisbane6632 9 місяців тому +1

    Great vlog....we might head there after the May bank holiday. The 1st part wasn't too happy with the drownings; those poor little girls and their Dad finding them holding hands :( But that is how history goes - not always bright and shiny and happy. I'll stay tuned to see if you keep Harry and get rid of Stew..

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  9 місяців тому +1

      😂 it was a tough choice !! Yes it was really sad wasnt it. We saw similar tragedies on the Irish coastline as well 😞 jane

  • @jwilson2042
    @jwilson2042 2 роки тому +1

    I wish I looked that good when I’m ill, I don’t even when I’m well! I hope you feel much better now. I love watching the pair of you, another great video. ☺️

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much. We are glad you are enjoying watching. I’m better thank you ☺️ jane ☺️

  • @epiphany8276
    @epiphany8276 2 роки тому +1

    Loved your visit to Ironbridge. Thank you for showing us around. I went there many years ago and only saw a fraction that you shared.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks I glad you enjoyed - it’s rich in industrial history and a lot more than the iron bridge which is stunning in itself

  • @Wizardinthewild
    @Wizardinthewild 2 роки тому +1

    Happy trip both! Hard to know how much to pack sometimes. Nice Parkup at Iron bridge. Hope you feel better soon Jane. Great tour of the local area. That cottage was crazy. Interesting hearing about the China and tile industry. So sad about the 2 little girls and the loss of the workers. Quite a treacherous river by the sound of it. Bit of an adjustment for you both. But hey, what an adventure! Safe travels 🧙‍♂️😊

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks guys our heads need emptying as a big change do we will work through it and make the most of the opportunity that’s for sure
      Thanks for watching and commenting- hope you are both well

  • @timhamlett
    @timhamlett 2 роки тому +1

    Hi guys. Enjoyed the vid. Regarding the anxiety around wild park ups…it definitely gets easier over time so you’ll be ok. Regarding the anxiety about not being able to wash your clothes…sorry Jane can’t help you there. I actually enjoy wearing the same old smelly clothes day after day lol. Good luck on the rest of your adventures.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Hi Tim. Thanks for watching and commenting. Yes hopefully we will get better. Thats made me laugh about wearing the smelly clothes day in day out. Maybe it will become the new me 😂😂👍 jane

  • @lorrimiller835
    @lorrimiller835 2 роки тому +2

    Really enjoyed this! Great filming, editing was spot on, and I really liked the way you took turns speaking. Can’t wait to see more!

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and above all commenting it encourages us to do more

  • @CampervanTales
    @CampervanTales 2 роки тому +1

    Interesting video with loads of history. 6 months, wow!!!
    Have to admit we did nearly a month touring Cornwall with a view to going full time in our van. One night we both woke up and said that we could never do longer than a month. Hope it goes well for you and will wait with baited breath as to how you find a longer trip. I think we both missed having a bath the most.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Well 6 months is total travel time we have a trip planned in sept that will be 8-10 weeks I think that could be our max continuous trip … who knows lol as I know what you mean - we want to find what we can do then decide what we want to do

  • @philipwinter8729
    @philipwinter8729 2 роки тому +1

    Nicely edited video. I am sure you will manage ok with a longer trip - just take things easy!

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks Philip for watching and above all commenting

  • @miettemeg568
    @miettemeg568 2 роки тому +1

    Great video :-)

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting

  • @lorraineburchett655
    @lorraineburchett655 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the lovely video, very informative. Hope that you counted the steps Stu? 😄 Thanks for being so honest Sue, it does get easier.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks Lorraine for watching and commenting I am sure Jane and I will get there - or I am gone by the sounds lol. Those steps was a killer on the thighs

  • @grahamdunn5888
    @grahamdunn5888 2 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed this video and for me it brought back memories when I used to go fishing in the Severn river around this area. My wife & I watch your videos regularly and as vanners ourselves we think you are doing really well, in fact to be honest we would find it difficult to live in such a small van especially one without a toilet. ! (we travel around Oz in a van with toilet & shower )

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks guys for watching and the feedback and glad it invoked memories …. Having watched life is too short we have found a way of living in the van and now at the end of 4 weeks where those practical things we have overcome ….

  • @johnarmstrong4015
    @johnarmstrong4015 2 роки тому +1

    looking forward to seeing all your videos from your trip (sorry lifestyle) I hope you enjoy yourself and I am sure you will soon be masters at overnighting etc. Jane if it does not work out just wait till Stew goes for a long walk and you and Harry just take off. Joking aside have a great time. all the best

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching and above all commenting john ☺️ Hahahaha I may think about that if the going gets tough 🚚💨💨💨 jane ☺️

  • @CamperVanya
    @CamperVanya 2 роки тому +1

    The honesty you give us as viewers is great, because most people share or would share the same issues & uncertainties as you. So interested to watch your ‘journey’. Hope you’re feeling better now Jane! ATB to you both, Sue.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Sue as ever for the watch and comment … we try to make it real as we evolve … Jane is feeling much better now thanks

  • @agilityjo2087
    @agilityjo2087 Рік тому +1

    Watching your videos backwards, lovely to see jane making more of an appearance, hope she got better soon, and loving your videos, especially now more talking and less long music based videos, i found them annoying and nearly left but stayed with you and glad i did, well done guys , cant wait to watch more, i m always gutted when i find a new channel and watch all their videos ..
    And run out lol , safe journeys x

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  Рік тому

      Yes are early ones we’re not good so we started to learn a lot and hopefully you have seen that - still a lot to learn - hope you enjoyed the long Irish series and the current eu ones
      Thanks for staying with us and above all commenting

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  Рік тому

      We are a work in progress 😂 jane 😊

    • @agilityjo2087
      @agilityjo2087 Рік тому +1

      I'm currently up to your Southport ones, about a year ago , very nicely done, I think the pontins is shut now and someone flew a drone round the deserted site, but don't ask me where I saw it,
      Will be watching more of you later x

    • @agilityjo2087
      @agilityjo2087 Рік тому

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    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  Рік тому

      @@agilityjo2087 oh blimey I think you will enjoy the Ireland and the current France series if you manage to hang in there lol

  • @jeanmann6985
    @jeanmann6985 2 роки тому +1

    Hope Jane is feeling better. So interested to see how you get on.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks Jean for always watching and commenting ☺️. I am getting there 👍

  • @roaminginraymond
    @roaminginraymond 2 роки тому +1

    The machine was covered up when we went three years ago and when we went a few months ago. Karl got done for speeding when we were in Somerset in the motorhome, his speed awareness course is next week.😆 He was going 35! Bridge is 28 years old lol as my son was born in 1994. Hope Jane is feeling better now and an interesting video. Loved the area by the canal.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Helen ….. oh I hadn’t realised the ticket machine had been there that long …. Can Karl pass on the answers to Jane and I 😂. Jane is feeling better than she was.
      Hope things are stable/improving your end

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Omg Cant believe I got that wrong 😱🤦‍♀️

    • @roaminginraymond
      @roaminginraymond 2 роки тому

      @@getawaygeese maths not your strong point then lol. I'm sure noone else noticed but my son was born then 😆

    • @roaminginraymond
      @roaminginraymond 2 роки тому +1

      @@getawaygeese things are OK. Karl has an appointment Tuesday but we'll probably do an update.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      My son did 🤦‍♀️😱😩

  • @LaurenceRutherford
    @LaurenceRutherford 2 роки тому +2

    Good luck with the longer trip guys... looking forward to see how you adapt to a longer trip and how it compares to a 2 week holiday. Looking forward to the next installment. Safe travels.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks … I suspect our whole approach needs to be different and more living than holidaying lol

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Laurence. Its funny but it feels completely different already even so early on 🤔 jane ☺️

  • @Wheres_wanda_wandering
    @Wheres_wanda_wandering 2 роки тому +1

    Loved your tour of Ironbridge. We love a day trip there but you have opened my eyes as to what else is there. Take care Gill

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting Gill ☺️ we have had many trips to Ironbridge over the years. Beautiful place isnt it ☺️ jane

  • @lindarich3317
    @lindarich3317 2 роки тому +1

    We parked there in March, we really must go back to explore the museums soon. Hoping to get to Bridgnorth to explore in a couple of weeks

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching - the Coalport spot in particular is beautiful if you get a chance. That coupled with Bridgnorth makes a good little trip

  • @LifeistooshortCK
    @LifeistooshortCK 2 роки тому +3

    Great content. Loved all the history. We didn’t realise there was so much in that area.
    The biggest challenge we found was coping with the small space and just accepting that everything takes longer and only one of you can move at a time 😁
    Hope Jane is feeling better. We can’t wait to watch the next episode 🙂👍

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching and always supporting us. 🥰 We really love Ironbridge and have spent quite some time there over the years. I burst out laughing at the “accepting everything takes longer” comment. Weve not picked up our books, watched a film or played rummikub yet !!!! Hope you are both well. Jane ☺️

  • @rogerthorley2888
    @rogerthorley2888 2 роки тому +1

    Great location immense history and good hostelries especially the Woodbridge Inn🍻🍽

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      You got into this area so inspired by you lol - that hays incline is a bloody climb

  • @Mental_Moz
    @Mental_Moz 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant Stew & Jane! Ironbridge is right on my doorstep, yet I knew nothing of its history & tragedies. I actually rode over the Coalport bridge a week or so ago on my way to Bridgenorth via Broseley. Stunning part of the world. Keep up the great content and safe travels.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Paul - quite often what’s right by you is sometimes the bit you know least - great part to cycle that gorge

  • @the-other-windsors
    @the-other-windsors 2 роки тому +1

    Well who knew Ironbridge had such a tragic history. Really hope you're feeling better Jane and agree, as long as you can stand up, then it's right to still go. 🙂🚙🐕

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting and she has improved a lot since the video - I have gone the other way lol with shoulder issues … we agree you may as well have a great view and be Ill
      Take care both

    • @the-other-windsors
      @the-other-windsors 2 роки тому +1

      @@getawaygeese oh no Stew sorry to hear that. Honestly, who'd grow old eh! Hope it improves very soon. 😔🚙🐕

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Yep 👍🏻 I guess that’s the reality of worn out bits lol

    • @the-other-windsors
      @the-other-windsors 2 роки тому

      @@getawaygeese 😁🚙🐕

  • @JulieBrooks66
    @JulieBrooks66 2 роки тому +1

    Well can only say one thing, wishing you a "speedy" recovery... 😘😘😘 Love ironbridge, especially when the poppies are out. Great vlog thanku xxx

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Julie thanks for watching, commenting and kind words. I’m taking my recovery at a steady and legal pace 😂
      Ironbridge is just stunning isn’t it ☺️ jane

  • @hanspronk2749
    @hanspronk2749 2 роки тому +1

    Nice vlog again. I will hope you manage in Harry. 6 month in a row is a long time. But you can go out many times in the summer so not always stay in the van.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Hi Hans it will be 6 months in total in a year so that will be split into smaller journeys - we have a trip in September that will be 8-10 weeks that will probably be the longest I suspect
      Thanks for watching and above all commenting

    • @hanspronk2749
      @hanspronk2749 2 роки тому +1

      @@getawaygeese ah, thats good to hear. The two of us visit Ireland often and travel 6 to 7 weeks in our Ford Transit Nugget. And that works fine for us.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      @@hanspronk2749 ah brilliant a Ford Nugget - nice …. So we now know it can be done

  • @lyndalike3037
    @lyndalike3037 2 роки тому +1

    Ironbridge is already on our to visit places so thanks for the great info, well done Jane for filming while feeling grotty, but sorry you can't get rid of Stu

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Okayyyyy Ive put him back in the van 😂😂
      Thanks for watching and especially commenting. Hope you are all well ☺️

  • @josephmannion1976
    @josephmannion1976 2 роки тому +1

    We've stayed at the half moon in and it was great for one night

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Ah ok that’s great to know we see motorhomes in there quite often … thanks for watching and above all commenting

  • @sylviapage8572
    @sylviapage8572 2 роки тому +1

    Well that was a great video full of interesting information and photography. Sorry to hear Jane’s under the weather but I think you did the right thing still to head off on your journey. I think Carol and Ken’s policy of a night or two in a hotel or Airbnb is a good one on longer trips. I’m sure you’ll both have a great time and I’m looking forward to seeing where your journey takes you. Thanks for sharing.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Sylvia, Thanks for watching and commenting ☺️ Glad you enjoyed it. Yes we got off to a rough start but settling in ☺️ jane

  • @Chris-Hay-on-Wye
    @Chris-Hay-on-Wye 2 роки тому +1

    Another great video. I remember going to Ironbridge several times as a child as a family friend was involved in setting it up. It's on our to do list to visit some time soon. Hope Jane feels better soon.

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks Chris it’s a lovely location with so much different history that is more than just the ironbridge - thankyou for watching and commenting

  • @paulbeadle1714
    @paulbeadle1714 2 роки тому +1

    Here from The Little Red Camper they recommended your channel hope you are safe and well love from Lincolnshire England. Were are guys from

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Welcome and thanks for watching and above all commenting - We have learned loads off Ken and Carol and they have been great mentors to us along with the Wee Broon Van of Mike & Trish

    • @paulbeadle1714
      @paulbeadle1714 2 роки тому +1

      @@getawaygeese Well enjoy your travels and stay safe

  • @markwhiting3103
    @markwhiting3103 2 роки тому +1

    That was great guys! Made us want to visit iron bridge too! We're off to Yorkshire Moors next month just for a few nights but we're looking to do our first wild camp there somewhere. Nervous is not the word!! Hopefully we will take the plunge like you guys did. Looking forward to seeing your next vlog.!!

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the comments and the watch … I know the feeling but try to embrace it and have a laugh …. It gets us through the anxiety

  • @stevebell8552
    @stevebell8552 2 роки тому +1

    Fished there many times ! Never knew there had been so much tragedy there . Hope you both better now 👍👍

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Hi Steve - yep we have only found out recently when we came across the memorial …. What’s the fishing like there as I have taken that back up

    • @stevebell8552
      @stevebell8552 2 роки тому +1

      Brewery inn got a decent stretch . Not fished it for a while but had bags of chub and barbel on float and feeder. 👍

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      @@stevebell8552 appreciate that as may try sometime

  • @Thorstrike678
    @Thorstrike678 2 роки тому +1

    I can imagine 16:50 being played in court one day…

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому

      Thanks Lewis I know you have my back lol - thanks for watching hope you are all well

  • @julierogers1155
    @julierogers1155 2 роки тому +1

    The Jackfield Bridge "was built in 1994 making it 18 years old"? My American math says 28 years old ...

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Julie - yes we have had a few comments - Janes maths is not so good and I didn’t spot it - our quality assurance was off the mark and don’t worry America and UK maths are the same 😂. Thankyou for watching and above all commenting as we love the interaction.

    • @julierogers1155
      @julierogers1155 2 роки тому +1

      @@getawaygeese Haha .... full disclosure, I am awake in the middle of the night and I was not entirely sure I had NOT missed something. So thank you for reassuring me that I was not off!

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  2 роки тому +1

      No you were spot on well done for being so alert in the middle of the night - hope you got back to sleep

  • @wilmh9586
    @wilmh9586 Рік тому +1

    Great vid...ps..Free bridge built in 1994 would make it 28/29 years at the time of filming not 18 years old...couldnt help pointing it out

    • @getawaygeese
      @getawaygeese  Рік тому +1

      Ah maths on the fly not my greatest skill - glad you enjoyed the video and thankyou for watching