Channel 4’s “Narrow Escapes” returns with another look into the lives of those who call the UK’s canals home. This week, the series continues to explore the tight-knit community, the daily hurdles, and the surprising moments that make waterway living unique.
As Debs and Mick head their narrowboat towards Liverpool, they encounter a representative from the Canal and River Trust, the organization responsible for maintaining these vital waterways. Meanwhile, Adam, armed with his camera, is busy documenting the “humans of the waterways” for his social media project. He joins Sorcha on her eye-catching Tattoo boat, capturing the stories of those who live and work on the canals. Elsewhere, Carrie and Della face a distinctly less glamorous task – applying a fresh coat of blacking to Carrie’s boat, a crucial chore for any canal boat owner.
In Wolverhampton, the Canal and River Trust undertakes a dramatic fish rescue operation. Before draining a section of canal to install new lock gates, they carefully relocate the fish to ensure their survival. It’s a scene that highlights the delicate balance between maintaining the canal network and preserving the wildlife that calls it home. “Narrow Escapes” airs Tuesday, 6 May at 4:00 PM on Channel 4.
