148. Narrowboat cruise to Marsworth on the Grand Union canal
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
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Continuing my Autumn 2018 cruise down the Grand Union canal, I head from near Slapton lock to Marsworth, going through about nine locks and one swing bridge in the process. A lovely - but long (ish) day.
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Thank you for making these videos. They are simultaneously relaxing and super interesting.
The hills you were looking at are known as Dunstable downs, and include Ivinghoe beacon, and is home to whipsnade zoo. Keep up the good work - love the vlogs
The hill is Ivinghoe Beacon. I used to live the other side of it, in a little place called Shefford. Further south, you might come across the Dunstable Downs, or the Chiltern Hills.
Hello from Oz David, I came across your videos by accident & you've now got me hooked.
I'm now working my way through your entire collection, I'm a 70yr old & it reminds me of my childhood days fishing on the Avon/Kennett canal just outside Bath, which in its self was an epic trip on buses & trains from where I lived just outside Bristol.
Your comments on the fishers on the canals are interesting as I don't remember much traffic on the canals back then but as a young boy the boats probably wouldn't have bothered me anyway.
Love your work mate, very professional & entertaining.
When the worst thing is waiting for locks, life's goid
It was your good Karma that those people were there to operate the swing bridge for you :)
I love th expression "the locks are/aren't in my favor." Every time I hear you say it, I imagine Effie: "Happy narrowboat games... may the locks be always in your favor"
Hopefully somewhat less violent conduct on the towpath than the Games!
i like those fastforward sections better then the ones where you just skip ahead
David, I forgot to say thanks for filming your complete, single handed, lock operation in time-lapse or speeded up film. It gives us a better idea of all the work required to negotiate a lock.
Good on you mate, you sorted 9 locks and snagged a mooring.
I’d like to hear you sing always look on the bright side of life. Thanks
It has been raining so much in Texas almost 30 inches since Sept. 1st. That I watch David's vlogs over and over just to see sunshine. Another great video sir.
That's a LOT of rain!!
Always a delight and we enjoyed the marvelous countryside. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.
It's fun watching skinny boats and the knee deep Navy.
i'm guessing swing bridges are operated from the opposite side because they would have interfered with the horse and ropes, if on the tow path side.
By the way as a Perth West Australian resident, I find it amazing that the canals and lock cottages are as old if not older than the european settlement of the Swan River.
id just like to say thanks for taking the time to make these very informative and enjoyable vlogs, i have spent many evenings enjoying this adventure with you so again thanks ;)
We often spent so much time away from shops that we ran out of fresh fruit and veggies. Since we enjoyed the taste and simplicity of 'Grilled Cheese and Tomato' sandwiches, but quickly ran out of tomatoes that weren't yet mush, we devised a mix of tomato puree and tomato paste that could be applied with a squeeze bottle without tasting of sugary catsup. The 'tang' level can be fiddled with by adding a touch of lemon juice. It quickly became our staple condiment, mostly because HP and Marmite wasn't sold here...
Good editing choices. The lush scenery, the pretty cottages, the curious catle, the sturdy boats, the friendly passersby, all yield a beaitiful picture of an England that rarely makes the news. Thanks David.
Thanks David and you have 37K subscribers a good number and hopefully you will be up to 40K soon!! Cheers Jo
Wow.... those lock cottages look like awesome places for retirement. Where you can volunteer as a lock keeper when ever you have time..... That'd be the dream.
Cuppa, blanket, and a Cruising The Cut video. Wonderful start to a Saturday. 😊
"...and a cup of tea." Didn't see that one coming :)
You see/hear so much negative "stuff" on the news etc so often, it is great to see people that go out of their way to help others...really lifts one spirit and reminds you that there are still a lot of decent folk out there.
David: We had years whereto levels in the Great Lakes was down by a number of feet. It was a scary time I can tell you. The Great Lakes are larger than some of the world Seas. Only Lake Michigan and Lake Superior are lakes I have not lived by or worked upon. When your Canals get low it is serious as your water sources are far less than ours. Stay Safe Cheers
Yes, the Chilterns, the big hill is Ivinghoe Beacon.
You sure earned that cuppa and handful of biscuits after all those locks. Nice job with the onboard camera showing how much effort it is operating the locks solo.
I have been dreaming lately of going through canal locks. Might I have been overdoing the binge watching of Cruising the Cut? Addictive though.
'Iets Groter' is indeed a bit bigger- she is our narrowboat, and at 40ft she is a bit bigger than our last boat called Kleintje which translates as 'Little One', an appropriate name 'cos she was just 30ft. All the boats at the boat club shown (Dunstable & District Boat Club) are limited to 40ft maximum. If ever we get a larger boat we may call it 'Groter Nog!' (Bigger still!)
7:30 yay a very satisfying lock montage
03:42 excellent view of the Chilterns, which are the reason for all those locks (Tring is at the top).
David, we appreciate your Vlog for its high level of (professional) production, including the explanations of canal operations from both a boater's and the Canal Trust's perspective. We watch through Apple TV on our big screen TV. You video looks great.
As a traveler, thanks for including the starting and ending coordinates of your journey. I was able to plot it on Google maps, who drew your route for me based on the footpath. I just selected the walking mode. It's quite fun to follow you on the Google aerial photos. It helps us learn the geography of England. We can see where you are in that particular Vlog and the environment around the canal. Knowing the locations helps us shift it from short term to long term memory.
Finally, we chuckle at your puns, dry wit, and wide range of interests. None of the narrow boat Vlogs have come close to yours interns of enjoyment. Thanks. Richard and Judy, Tampa, Florida, USA
What a lovely kind comment; much appreciated, thank you!
@@CruisingTheCut It's well deserved!
6:40 Happy 200th Birthday!
Your photography is magnificent, David. That combined with your calming voice makes your vlogs an absolute treat. Thank you!
I agree! I drive a school bus and, with all the pressures and stress that comes with that, I really look forward to viewing your videos. Don't ever stop! In fact, I may make an application to have your videos preserved for non-narcotic medication!
Yes... I egree...I think the same thing..and he prononce extremly well ..english..for me me french ..it is excelent
Thank you for the quick reply. I have been watching more of your videos and everyone is very interesting. P.S. I watch the ads for you. Your humour along with excellent narration plus camera work is top notch! Just discovering the large amount of videos you have which is great and this morning found one where you did a tour of your home. Very nice indeed! FYI. My wife and I were visiting my cousin in 2016 whom is English and lives in Wales. She suggested we go on a day trip canal boat tour and crossed the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. I found a video where you were crossing it with two lovely ladies. Wonderful to see this as I can truly identify since being there myself. That day was amongst the highlights of our visit with her and her husband. The canal system in the UK is certainly a national gem. All he best to you and wish you many enjoyable years with your travels throughout these amazing, tranquil canal systems. Regards, David...
Thank you (and thatnks for watching the ads!). If you click on my channel and then Videos, they're all in chronological order. Or watch on my website where you can search through them as well if there's specific things you're looking for. Cheers
your vlogs are of the utmost production , I find them fascinating - I've been through your complete catalog two times , some vlogs even three and four times !
David: I suspect it is the people who make the scenery so beautiful and enjoyable. People in our lives have a huge influence upon us. This can be Virtual as during COVID-19 or Physical in 'Normal" times. We have to learn how to take pleasure from each moment we have. Cheers
5:45 they are part of the chilterns. Ivinghoe beacon, pitstone hill and ashridge.
Lovely, love the forward footage
David: My wife and I grew up with tea and yes we still enjoy the odd cup but mostly have been converted to Espresso based Coffee. Plus you have vastly much better cheese in the UK. Just remember we all enjoy it when you invite us to enjoy a cup of tea and biscuit as you journey one or sit down for your Blog. While it may sound corny it is just you being inviting and wanting the viewers to enjoy their visit. Cheers
I think it's The Chilterns - Luton, Dunstable, Whipsnade Zoo area. That run a 9 locks looked hard work. You must have developed some pretty useful arm and thigh muscles by now. Superb video - thanks so much David.
I tore a shoulder muscle on lock 101 ,I was in full swing until it jammed and my shoulder went .
Yes, it's the Chilterns. The tallest hill where you were is Ivinghoe Beacon - site of one of a chain of signal fires up and down the country to warn of the approach of the Spanish Armada. (Distant memories of a primary school trip there back, back, back in the day.)
I just found your channel and I have to say that I am quite jealous.
Another great vlog, David. Always looking forward to see your videos.. Thank you for the way you tell your story
Just plain lovely. Thank you.
Absolutely loving your vlogs. I may have to go back and binge watch them from the start for the second time!
My wife and I were on the Stratford or the Worcester Birmingham canal when you filmed this. It was awesome weather! We really lucked out on our narrowboat holiday.
Another wonderful mini -adventure on the canals of England. Your videos are very relaxing and conducive to giving it a go. Thank you.
I just did the exact same route even had good luck at the swing bridge with helpful passersby operating the bridge for me. Love your vids as they give me a good visual aid in what to expect especially the Tesco at Leighton in the previous video. I would have missed it if I hadn’t watched your vid. Thanks
Beautiful shots of the surrounding landscape. Thanks mate!
12:56 good to see that narrowboater making actual use of the proverbial bargepole. I feel we virtual gongoozlers are being a little shortchanged on that front :-I
When you pan out across the lovely green hills I sometimes see knights on steeds crashing into battle and am reminded of Shakespeare's Richard III. So much history in those fields. Thank you for another relaxing trip through the country side.
The sign at 5:20 says Ivinghoe. This surely means one of those hills at 5:44 must be the Ivinghoe Beacon, one of the highest peaks in the Chilterns. I have been planning to climb it for some time, as it suppossedly offers spectacular views. Can't wait to find out whether it will be possible make out the canal from the top. I never knew it runs so close to it.
It's quite something to contemplate - only one door of the lock gate gets opened and yet your whole "house" fits through that...!!!
The time lapses of you and your boat in the locks are great!
You must watch the video ''The Bargee'' it was filmed in greater part around Marsworth. All the greats of the day. Harry H Corbett. Eric sykes.. Roney Barker. Its about the last days of carrying on the canal system.
I completely love your vlogs. They’re so absorbing and relaxing. I loved watching how you do the locks on whizzy speed. Thank you David.
Very helpful, we will be doing this stretch of the Grand Union in the next couple of weeks, That swing bridge is a pain we could never work out how single boaters managed to get through, it's dammed awkward. Thank you for being so informative!
My next vlog (193) shows me doing lift bridges solo and a later vlog will show me doing swing bridges!
Excellent video really enjoyed watching can't wait to meet some really nice people on the canal they all seem so nice ☺👍
Love your Keystone Cops way of tackling the locks ! Great fun ( very informative too )
In the middle of January, when I'm ready to commit violent acts just to catch a glimpse of sun and green, I shall be able to turn to your vlogs. This is a channel that eases the effects of cabin fever.
Have a well deserved cuppa and sarnie.
A lot of the cottages along the canal are very beautiful and quaint. BTW every time you speed up the video it reminds me of the Benny Hill opening where they play “Yakety Sax” 😂
Nice vid David thanks for sharing. Be safe and take care
Great video as always! I enjoyed the addition of the time lapse lock sequences.
oh I love that cottage
I'm sure you've already had the answer - many times! - but yes, that's the Chilterns on the left, and, since you've just passed Ivinghoe Lock, the top of the hill must be Ivinghoe Beacon. You're close to Whipsnade Zoo, with the carving of the lion in the chalk.... but I shouldn't be surprised if you actually mention that later in the video!
Sunday morning, hot coffee and toast while watching your latest Vlog......fantastic.....thank you David
We thoroughly enjoy your VLOGs. They are just the right length to enjoy a cuppa and relax for a few minutes. You do a great job with the scenic vistas and farm/wildlife shots. Keep up the great work.
Thank you
This life style sure keeps you fit it seems. With all the lock work.
Nicely done
Yay! Another saturday morning with a relaxing video. Sorry to see the locks gave you a spot of trouble. Thanks for posting.
Thanks again for all your efforts. Your videos are so relaxing and enjoyable.
Cheers!
Vlog 148 the hills in front of the narrowboat is dunsterble down,s or Ivinghoe beacon
The Lock Keepers Cottage is/was on the market for £700,000,
Fudge me
Am I alone in hearing the Benny Hill chase scene music in the time-lapse parts with you running about across the lock?
Lol me too
lovely to see the countryside and your good self
You and Mads (SailLife) are the zen of my Sundays...Thank You!!
Thanks, great vlog. Interesting observations on water levels...
Thanks for the ride along. It was especially enjoyable from over hear at my kitchen table.
The hills in the distance were calling out to me. A-hiking I must go...
I agree with you that the lock houses are very charming. They would be a nice place to live if there were a village nearby.
Best Of Luck on your travels.
I always love the narrowboater's view of time as compared to my holiday in my van here in the good 'ole USA. A few miles and a few locks seems glacial compared to the 1000 miles in 24 hours coming home from my summer holiday. Drift on!
This is amazing you are an amazing seasoned producer, and I think this is some of the best production on the internet or anywhere for that matter and why the BBC hasn't picked this show up is beyond me is completely moronic for them not to
You deserve several cups of tea after all those locks .....splendid vlog again David
so much tea for 9 nine locks.
Another great video. I enjoy seeing the country side. The livestock to the cottages. This video for us was so relaxing. Thanks for the lovely trip.
Some lovely engine noises
Thanks for sharing
Thanks again.
Wonderful sights again.
Greetings from my place, 35° Celsius.
Too hot! :-)
@@CruisingTheCut
My idea also.
But here I am to endure it.
Another lovely vlog! Continued safe travels to you!!
beautiful country....i want to visit some day
Cheers for making these, My chill out time is you on the cut!
Yes Chiltern Hills. And the high peak in the middle of shot was Ivinhoe Beacon a good afternoon walk from Pistons and very worth. Excellent Blog as ever, thank you
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I like the lock cottages but they have one big problem. It looks like none of them have a place to moor their own narrowboat.
What a lovely day for cruising.
Yes, you sure do get your workout on 9 locks... I need to move to the UK just to stay in shape. Here in the US we don't worry about locks. At least in my neck of the woods in Missouri. Don't know about other states in US. But I think it's the same across the US. Please someone correct me if I'm wrong!
Great video David. Have a wonderful day,
Chris from Missouri
I'm just betting you didn't have to be rocked to sleep after that day! Loads of work but beautiful cruising. I have serious cottage-envy after that trip! Safe travels!
Excellent vlog David,lovely countryside you passed through.
Excellent video and i enjoy watching all your Vlogs and is inspiring me and my wife to buy our own canal boat, the hill in your video i think is Ivinghoe Beacon which is the start of the ancient Ridgeway path which i would recommend walking it,
Good luck and have fun with your boat search!
Yes- a vlog about the locks and exactly how they are opened and closed with all the particular nomenclature would be wonderful. Just like you go into detail about (say) solar panels., do that with a lock. Close-up shots of what you are turning and how that lets water in or out. And how you get off and on your narrow boat. Basically so I would feel like I would know with confidence how to work a lock, were I there rather than doing exercises for a slipped disc here in America in a small southern town. These vlogs are quite therapeutic. Thank you.
I've already done a vlog a long while ago about how locks work; scroll back through my channel and you'll see it.
That was great! and it looks like your return journey in October will be blessed with good weather! Lovely Lock cottage's too.
It is never a struggle to watch your vlog's.
This video is 13:16 It went by so fast my better half was asking why you were making your videos so short.
It was 13 minutes, 16 seconds I replied. *NO WAY* was the response.
Thank you again for allowing us to join you on your travels.
#148 ? We loved everyone of them.
Thank you; there's a 20+ minute vlog coming soon ;-)
I don't think your viewers really appreciate the amount of time, skill, thought, effort and smarts required to produce a 20+ minute vlog.
So here is a *BRAVO ZULU* from our family.
Your weather reports always remind me of my great- great grandmother. (WWl war bride)
To this very day, her words always come back to me.
*IF THERE IS ENOUGH BLUE IN THE SKY TO MAKE A PAIR OF SAILORS PANTS, IT WILL BE A SUNNY DAY*
She never did tell me how big this sailor's pants were. 😉
We were probably 2 days ahead of you going down to London and the Thames at brentford. Decided to get it all over with and carried on to Tring summit..and yes those hills were the chilterns. Lovely reminder of a great trip
Hi David, In answer to your question regarding the hills then I would guess you were looking at the Chilterns around Wendover. I used to work around that area an the canal you were on had some nice pubs next to some of the bridges (The White Horse and Anglers Retreat come to mind). I went that way a year or so ago and one at least was boarded up which seemed a shame.
Hello from Tennessee.....enjoy your vids a lot. We dont have any canal systems here. Very interesting stuff. Would love to see it someday. Thanks
The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway is a 234-mile canal system with 10 locks. There are other canals around the USA, such as 500+ miles of canals in NY State.
Well worth your time. I'm from BC where it's all mountains and fast rivers. The wife and I have done 3 canal trips in hired narrow boats. 1 on the Thames 1 on the South Oxford and 1 that went onto the Coventry canal. You can't screw up too badly as you are only traveling at 3mph. Highly recommend it. You could also do it on a hotel narrow boat.