Narrow Escapes — Season 3
Bringing fresh adventures, unforgettable characters and stunning journeys across the UK’s waterways - with a landmark first voyage into Scotland.
About this season
Bringing fresh adventures, unforgettable characters and stunning journeys across the UK’s waterways - with a landmark first voyage into Scotland.
Episodes (20)
1. Episode 1
Aired 1 June 2026 • 45 min
Café boat owner Claire takes on a tugboat restoration in Yorkshire. Michelle makes her narrowboat feel like home in Lancashire. And Roger and Jo host a paint-and-sip event in the Cotswolds.
2. Episode 2
Aired 2 June 2026 • 45 min
Roger and Jo head to Teddington Lock to recreate their wedding photos. Claire continues her tugboat transformation. Michelle heads out of Lancashire marina for her first cruise.
3. Episode 3
Aired 3 June 2026 • 45 min
In Cheshire, Paul and Anthony have an adorable new crewmate. Claire reopens the Shanti Tea Boat. In Lancashire, Michelle makes great strides with her outreach project.
4. Episode 4
Aired 4 June 2026 • 45 min
In Nottinghamshire, continuous cruiser Jay embarks on his next adventure. On the Shropshire Union Canal, Paul, Anthony and a flotilla of boaters rock up to an Elvis tribute.
5. Episode 5
Aired 5 June 2026 • 45 min
Paul's towpath pop-up in Fradley Junction proves a success. After a huge canal breach diverts his journey, can Jay reach Stoke-on-Trent in time for his comedy performance.
6. Episode 6
Aired 8 June 2026 • 45 min
After 25 years at home, fledgling boater Tom finally casts off from his parents. In Birmingham, boat life isn't all plain sailing for Gen when her plumbing springs a surprise.
7. Episode 7
Aired 9 June 2026 • 45 min
Josh and Hayley's boat, 'Darth Vader', powers up for its journey from Lincoln to Milton Keynes: may the course be with them! Can Gen stay afloat balancing dreams with deadlines?
8. Episode 8
Aired 10 June 2026 • 45 min
Peter and Noni swap their beloved 'Barbarella' for a hire boat and set course for Scotland's epic Falkirk Wheel. Tom embarks on his maiden voyage on the Shropshire Union Canal.
9. Episode 9
Aired 11 June 2026 • 45 min
On the Ashby Canal, candlemaker Connor gears up for a day of trading and crosses paths with floating fave The Curry Cruiser. Peter and Noni continue their Scottish adventure.
10. Episode 10
Aired 12 June 2026 • 45 min
Peter and Noni's Scottish adventure draws to a majestic close. Connor's all aglow selling candles at Whitchurch Boat Festival. Tom takes a big step in his new floating life.
11. Episode 11
Aired 15 June 2026 • 45 min
Stained-glass artist Kate welcomes us aboard her floating workshop. In Lincoln, Rob and Ade set off on a summer adventure. Solo boater Stuart heads home from Hemel Hempstead.
12. Episode 12
Aired 16 June 2026 • 45 min
More canal adventures. Rob and Ade make waves at the Port of Goole. Kate sets to work on a dazzling new project. Gerry guides Stuart along the River Thames' tidal stretch.
13. Episode 13
Aired 17 June 2026 • 45 min
More canal-based adventures. Stuart lives out his dream of driving a train. The Wakefield Cubs have one last supper afloat as their canal adventure comes to a cosy close.
14. Episode 14
Aired 18 June 2026 • 45 min
15. Episode 15
Aired 19 June 2026 • 45 min
16. Episode 16
Aired 22 June 2026 • 45 min
17. Episode 17
Aired 23 June 2026 • 45 min
18. Episode 18
Aired 24 June 2026 • 45 min
19. Episode 19
Aired 25 June 2026 • 45 min
20. Episode 20
Aired 26 June 2026 • 45 min