Narrow Escapes: Season 2 Episode 17 (Channel 4, Tuesday, May 27, 2025)

Narrow Boat

Channel 4’s “Narrow Escapes” continues its charming and sometimes chaotic journey through the world of British narrowboating. This Tuesday’s episode features a fresh batch of waterway adventures, mishaps, and DIY endeavours. Kim and his friend Roo learn that a leisurely canal cruise to an ice cream farm can turn sour when a sudden breakdown throws a wrench into their plans.

In Northampton, Jodi, with the help of her parents Tim and Kyla, tackles the renovation of her narrowboat home, a project that tests family bonds and DIY skills in equal measure. Meanwhile, in Oxfordshire, Jack and Gabby embark on the classic parental rite of baby-proofing, narrowboat style – a task that may prove more challenging than they anticipate.

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Adding a touch of community spirit, Water Chaplain Lorraine brings a prescription to a boater in need, a reminder of the support and camaraderie often found along the canals.

From the idyllic to the irritating, “Narrow Escapes” captures the unique joys and trials of life on Britain’s waterways. Tune in to Channel 4 on Tuesday, May 27th at 4:00 PM GMT for a glimpse into this quirky subculture.

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