Bingley Five Rise Locks on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal by Narrowboat - Ep. 64
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- Опубліковано 3 сер 2024
- Join us for an incredible journey as we tell the story of the Bingley Five Rise Locks on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, viewed from narrowboat and drone, as we explore Britain by Narrowboat.
We begin our day on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at the Bingley Five Rise Locks, looking at the history of this amazing canal attraction, described by IWA co-founder, Robert Aikman, as one of the Seven Wonders of the Waterways. After getting our engine bay flooded, Colin takes a look at it's smaller sibling, the Three Rise Locks and how the canal was moved to make way for improvements to Bingley's roads.
From Bingley we make our way to the historical, architectural wonder that is Saltaire, built by Titus Salt in the 1800s, the famous Salts Mill is an amazing sight to see from the canal.
Many thanks to the Canal and River Trust for allowing us to use the photographs of Barry Whitelock and the Five-Rise locks. You can get more information on the Bingley Five and Three Rise Locks here: canalrivertrust.org.uk/enjoy-....
Find out more about retired lock-keeper, Barry Whitelock here: canalrivertrust.org.uk/enjoy-...
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My late Mum, who lived in Shipley, worked in Saltaire Mill until she met my father, who was a boatman working for the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Company. He lived in Lathom, Nr. Ormskirk and it was on his trips to Leeds that he met my Mum. They married at Shipley register office in December, 1935 and I was born at Ring O' Bells in Septemer, 1936, so your videos have a special place in my family history. Thanks for the memories!
Wow! That's amazing! I wish I'd known about you before we filmed it. We would have included your story in the episode 👍🏻
Guyz..... The production values just improve week on week! Great drone footage and accompanying music. Oh, the local history stories are equally a delight. Keep up the excellent work.....
Thanks, Mike! 👍🏻
Wow when the construction of these locks was underway our country New Zealand had just been sighted by Captain James Cook of the British Navy in 1769 he made 3 trips his last in 1779 he went on to map both islands, however he was not the first European to discover New Zealand Dutch explorer Able Janszoon Tasman first sighted the West coast of the South Island in December 1642 however he missed the North Island due too bad weather and headed NW he called the place Zeeland. Yet another great narrow boat journey boys awesome video.
Fascinating, isn't it? Have a lovely weekend, Brian x
Friday is my favorite day of the week and you guys are my favorites. Happy boating!
Awww, thanks, Janelle! (Lovely name btw) x
Another beautifully produced video. I'm one of the silent majority who don't comment, but decided to take this opportunity to thank you two...err, 3 including Dillon, for allowing the rest of us to share your journey. Always look forward to seeing the notification. Again, thank you.
That's very kind of you. Thank you!
It really is mind blowing when you realize this canal and locks are 2 years older then the United States. 🤯💜
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BEST VLOG EVER......!
You should really contact British Tourism about sponsoring your vlogs and putting a solid link to your channel on their website for international tourism.
Have a wonderful weekend !
Thanks, Gary.
Most enjoyable. I appreciated the tutorial on going down staircase locks.
Thank you Jan❤️
Another very informative and well filmed vlog. I love the little snippets of history or the way the locks work or the factories in the area etc, that you provide with your commentary, so not only do we get to see the wonderful scenery, but we also get a little of the history of the area as well......thank you both very much, always very enjoyable.
PS....I could do with some of those long johns....rather chilly here....:)
Thanks, Jane! I reckon sales will be up soon as the cold weather kicks in here too 🥶
Thank you for the drone shots, what more can we ask for, air, water and muscle power. 🤗😉
Thank you Peter x
Why wasn't history as interesting as this when we were at school, thanks again guy's.
Hehe, thanks Derek 👍🏻
I look forward to your vlogs every week! Love the stories about history of the canals you travel on, love the videos, love the humor! Sending you hugs from the USA! Your vlogs are a nice escape from the daily craziness over here.
Thanks, Jean! Sending hugs back from us three ❤️
Jean Hutchinson Ditto and Amen
Oh this brings back memories. When I was 16, in 1981, I went up and down the Bingley five rise. The lock keeper was quite young and extremely handsome, and he wore a uniform. The family I travelled with had two teenage girls and we were all doing our best to attract his attention. I was showing off winding the gate paddle up really fast and then swung the lock key around, but it flew up and went into the lock. They cost a fiver back then, and I was put on brew-making duties for the rest of the trip.
OMG 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ahh Colín you know how to float my boat. The stunning beauty of the location , the Bingley Flight , the wonderful nuggets of history and superb videography. Lovely Friday night viewing.
Aww, thanks, Susan! x
Beautifully shot Colin - you have a painterly eye.
Aww, thanks, Steve!
Great vlog again, chaps. Beautiful scenery, via drone and a lovely history lesson, for the uninitiated.
Titus Salt built a school; medical centre; library; church; a social hall and houses for his workforce. The working day was shorter and he paid his workers more money and he STILL made more money than other mill owners. He knew it was the workers who were important, when running a business.
Unfortunately, the Titus Salts of this world are few and far between, these days. x
Sounds like my kind of entrepreneur 👍🏻
@@FoxesAfloat The only down side was that he had a hatred of alcohol consumption. There's always bloody something wrong with even the best of people! ;) x
Wow! Great vlog guys!
Love sharing your explorations with you, makings us dream of our travels in your wake! Keep up the great work.
Thanks, Dale 👍🏻
I showed my partner your last vlog and I think it is going to cost me a holiday on the Leeds and Liverpool canal, if I show her this one it might cost me a boat :) A really beautiful part of the world. The British Tourist Board need to get you two on a retainer.
I would be careful! This could work out to be expensive viewing 😂
Another excellent episode. Your quality is first rate.
Aw, thank you!
What can I say, every week you both up your game. regarding editing and Vlog content. Amazing.
Cheers Andy! x
Many thanks for another very entertaining adventure, your videos are excellent. Another beautiful stretch of scenery 😃👌👏👏👏👏
Thanks, Terry. It's a lovely, interesting stretch of canal. x
Great fun! Thank you.
Thanks, Lee 👍🏻
Your camera and editing work is superb, Colin and Shaun’s humor uplifting as always. I really look forward to the next vlog on Fridays. Keep safe with a minimum of stress!
Thanks, Scott. We'll try 😀
Always love when you post photos of when you were young & in new love. It's nice to see that you're still in love & happy!
Yeah, we're just a piar of bitter old queens now, Ken 😂
Just kidding 🙈
Brilliant video, thanks for sharing all that history and showing the sights along the way.
Carrie A Thanks!
Carol Decker and 2 unlimited, blast from the past love it! .Can't wait until next Friday
Thank you Andrew. Definitely a blast from the past, see you next week xx
It's 448am. Black dog is circling. Your vlog, as ever is uplifting. Thanks guys.
No problem. I hope it did the trick? x
Another highlight of this weeks UTube experiences. 😀. 🇦🇺
Thanks, Stephen
Great vlog! Love all the history and facts on where you travel. Take care and keep traveling and filming!
Thank you! Will do!
Best one yet Chaps. Drone footage was amazing. Only trouble now is waiting till next Friday :) Thankyou.
Ah, only 7 days away 😂
superbly brilliant - thankyou 😊
Ta, William! 👍🏻
Another cool video with stunning pics I must say - and two great fun guys who always make me smile - - - - thank you -
Aww, thanks! Much appreciated.
Funny how much joy it is to follow you guys. I love the little detail views, some of them would be great pictures also, very creative. Stumbled over your channel half a year ago and follow since. Greetings from a small village east of Munich.
Hey, Michael! 👋 Thank you so much! Sending love to that small village east of Munich ❤️
Thank you gentlemen for a slice of the bucolic life!
Thank you Jeff ❤️ Had to look bucolic up 🤣 great word x
I believe I first read it in one of the books written by James Herriot. It was when I still thought I was going to be a veterinarian. Before I learned of my inability to remain conscious at the sight of blood. You are close to the setting of the books - about an hour Northeast in Thirsk.
I am just amazed how clever all these locks and waterway ventures are.
So old too!
Once again you put a smile on my face, you produce some of the most beautifully done videos, the music is wonderful , the narrations appreciated, and the scenery stunning. Your humor gives me a laugh. Thank you for making my Fridays special.
Aww, thank you so much, Joseph! Have a lovely weekend. x
I had two, two!!! bacon and cheese sandwiches while watching this video. The cheese was melty cheese slices, the brand is hillview or something like that and the bacon is short cut rindless (people from the USA call it "Canadian Bacon"). And the bread was toasted. It was very satisfying and filling. So I was both filled and satisfied while watching your video! :)
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Cracking vlog as always chaps. As a another commentator as said these vlogs are better than most of the tv series I have seen about canals.
Awww, thanks, Steve!
Isn't it amazing looking at those locks built 245 years ago. Do you think for 1 second that those workers thought about us admiring there labor all these years later. I can't imagine how honored they'd be if they new. I could spend hours just looking at all the individual stones trying to imagine what it must have been like. I could use some of that long underwear, it was only 111 degrees here in Scottsdale Arizona today. Another great blog from two awesome people. Love you guys. Dean
111? Wow! About 82 for us.
Yet again an other great Vlog guys. As usual Can't wait until the next instalment.
Thanks, Joss!
Keep up the good work boy's .
Thanks, David. We'll try! x
I always want more to watch when I see you guys!!! Oh well, until next Friday :)
Haha! I guess thats a good sign, yeah? x
Lovely video as usual🙋🏼
Thank you! x
Lovely vlog guys. Waiting with baited breath for the next one. Hope ya all are having fun snd remember it's canal time. Wish we all were on canal time
Cheers, Rusty! Yeah, having a lot of fun, especially with a warm, dry, sunny weekend forecast! x
What a great relationship you two have. Like everybody else I look forward to your new vlog every Friday. I mentioned recently you were helping me through a tough time and you still are. Thanks very much to both of you. A bit of escapism is just what I need.
Ah, sorry things are still tough, Angela. Keep going. We'll see you again next week ❤️
I absolutely love your videos and the history lessons. I will probably never get over the pond to Great Britain. I love history and landscape. Thank you guys.
Maybe one day! 👍🏻
Truly a superb video and I believe one of your best so far. Simply excellent in every aspect.
Aww, thank you! x
Hello guys, very beautiful scenery. Y’all stay safe. Take care.
Thanks, Candy 👍🏻
Foxes Afloat your welcome
I love this video thank you both for sharing this video 🤗🤗
I really love how you add so much historical commentary to your videos. I think England has such a proud heritage and as an American, I truly appreciate learning from your well researched and produced vid's. Please keep them coming along with the fine drone footage. You guy's totally ROCK! Thank You ;)
Aww, Michelle, thank you!
Some beautiful and skilful editing mixed with the background music and storytelling once again makes this a masterpiece of entertainment to enjoy. What a superb channel you two produce.... life wouldn't be the same without 'Foxes Afloat'.
Aww, that's lovely, Mark. Thank you! x
When we have structures submerged in water lasting 200 years + that have the ability to work and operate for industrial use thru to holiday boating, without major issues, it ceases to amaze me... Architecture now just isn't architecture anymore, it's a costing exercise with thought over longevity disregarded. Such a joy to see these canals we're well thought-out and built by tradesmen who took real joy in there job, and produced the amazing structures we cherish today!! Real do love all your videos! Highly regarded! Well done guys!!
It's amazing to see it in use without realising the age, work and effort that went into it 👍🏻
Another cracking video, and seeing the canal - road - railway together was fantastic. These videos with all the historical info you include are excellent. Thanks for doing them,
I love that area of the canal. Unfortunately we went aground in the three rise locks! I can’t wait to go again. Thanks for sharing.
You went aground...? How? 😱
Foxes Afloat the bottom lock when it emptied left the boat stuck on the bottom as I entered because it was so shallow. So my husband Ivan shut the back gates and opened the paddles on the bottom gate of the middle lock to raise the water level! I wasn’t very keen when the water was cascading down into the lock towards the boat but thankfully we only had a 50 boat so there was loads of space at the front. It was an interesting day because on the 5 rise the lock keeper said he was bringing a boat up as we descended and that we would pass in the middle lock, as I pulled in they pulled out. The only problem was we were both on the same side and because my boat was shorter they decided I should move across, even though I had hardly any experience! Obviously it was a perfect manoeuvre and there was no contact with the other boat. To make matters worse I’d invited friends that live in Halifax over for the day so they could also experience the five rise too. So no pressure! 😁 It was a great day and everyone loved it. We’re back to hiring now as we sold our boat in February. The plan was to buy something longer but as we haven’t seen anything we really like (apart from brand new) and because we are just leisure boaters, we think we’ll go back to hiring. Goodness this is a long message! Anyway what I wanted to say is we’re hiring from Andersen in Middlewich so we can do the Anderton boat lift. Let s hope we don’t get stuck in there! I love Saltaire too and there are some great shops. I got a 1930s brooch which is made of tin and is two Scottie dogs with wobbly heads. Well Ivan treated me 😁. Did you make it to Granary Wharf? Thanks again.
Been excited for this episode! So glad it's here! You'll never get a negative comment from me!
My family is in Bradford. We've walked here and I've even flown over 5 rise (rented a plane). Thanks for the lesson on the stables. Didn't know that trivia. .
No problem! Thanks 👍🏻
Great video....love the local and architectural history. Bit worried about the bilge pump...it should come on automatically but if not it has to come on manually. Suggest you check it out cause you don’t really need a bilge pump until you really really need it...just sayin’ ...all the best...Chris 🇨🇦
All sorted, Chris 👍🏻
As always great video guys
As always, thank you Gareth. It mean a lot 👍❤️
Greetings from India! Your vlog came up into my feed probably because I have been following David Johns and his marvellous vlog about living on a Narrowboat for a while now and I am glad it did. The Bingley Five Rise locks were really interesting, the history too. Good to know about Barry Whitelock, the lock keeper who got a MBE for his service. The drone camera work gave a different perspective to the locks and the countryside along the canal. Wish you all the best for your future endeavours.
Thank you so much, Deepak! x
I forgot to mention the great canal and architecture history background Foxes provide in their vlogs, it really helps keep everything in perspective. Much appreciated!
Thanks, Scott!
My neck of the woods. Fabulous, thank you.
Thanks, Joy! x
Thanks guys as always big smile on my face cant wait for next one
Thanks, Simon!
great place, great video
Smashing. Thanks gents. As ever, worth watching.
Thanks, Paul.
Beautiful and informative!
Thank you!
Fantastic as usual.👌
Thanks, Vic 👍🏻
I used to commute by bike from Thackley to Crossflatts along the canal and the five rise was a challenge! The tow path up the side is split into sections with lines of cobbles and I started by reaching the first line, then the second until I was fit enough to peddle up the complete section without stopping. I probably took as long on my bike as using the locks! The Bingley bypass meant the loss of Treacle Cock alley, a pathway that went under the railway. Sir Titas Salt was a teetotaler and there were no pubs in Saltaire so it was a bit of a issue when a pub chain called one of their establishments in Bradford after him!
I like the sound of Titus Salt 😂 At least the Five Rise hill will have given you rock hard quads and calves 😉
Just sat down for a cuppa and the Vlog came up, made our day, thanks Gordon and Dawn
Aww, thanks guys. Enjoy! x
Another fantastic video! Watching them has become a weekly ritual!
At least it's a free hobby 👍🏻
Wow what a day you both had.. great vlog as per, I really look forward to your vlogs as, It gives me a glimpse of the English countryside, I do miss the green and lush woodlands ect, here in Perth WA it very spare and lots of sand.. keep up the great work boys. Tez 😋
Cheer's Tez!
Your enthusiasm is fantastic. Keep it up!!
Thank you! x
You guys are amazing how much you entertain us... Thank you 🤗😎
Our pleasure!
Great vid. Fascinating history. Beautiful photography. And you 2.
Aww, thank you! x
Your videos are beautifully produced. Exceptional camera work. I enjoy every one. Thanks guys!
Thank you so much, Stan! 👍🏻
Your vlogs highlight everything I love about England. Great vid as usual.
Glad you enjoy it!
Hi, i was one of the lock keepers at the time and love this
Another absolutely amazing vlog gents, they keep getting better and better...love the outtakes...😀👍
Thank you so much! 👍🏻
Love your photography, you take my type of pictures/videos especially the low shot across the wooden beam of the lock gate.
Thanks, Janice!
I would like to say a very big thank you to you both for inspiring myself and my partner Ann to visit the magnificent Bingley Five Rise Locks yesterday. What a feat of engineering! It was a stunning walk and day. Thanks again, and all the best from Ian & Ann. 👍😊
as usual a great vlog, thanks lads
Thanks, Hugh 👍🏻
I really appreciate your stories. Thank you for your hard work at getting the history of the places you tour.
Aww, thanks, Cheryl! 👍🏻
very informative as usual, keep doing what your doing
We'll do our best 👍🏻
Very interesting and nicely done thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just watched this again love it thanks again bingley on my canal list too do
Go for it!
You bring your presentations alive. Family viewing in fact.
Thank you so much! x
Love these guys great clear footage as well.
Thank you Simon, glad you enjoy them 👍❤️
Such a beautiful place… enjoyed it very much ❤👍😊
Top job lads!
Cheers neighbourino! x
I love this area it’s fantastic I love seeing the canal the road and the railway together that was a great shot. Superb
Aww, thanks so much 👍🏻💜
Bl**dy wonderful as always! Your vlogs are so absorbing. You make them funny and interesting. You two always put a big smile on my face x
Once again, thank you! Glad we can keep putting a smile on your face 😀
Although I’m a Lancastrian I’m loving your trip into Yorkshire. It’s a beautiful route ❤️
Lots of info many thanks
Thanks, Shaun!
Very good episode. Fantastic drone shots
Thank you! x
Another great blog can't wait for more.
Thank you Andrew, we'll be back next week at the same time xxx
Absolutely awesome vlog! Just as well done, informative and entertaining as all your previous volgs.
Thanks, Dennis!
Love the history and old pictures you have with your vlog,so interesting
Thanks so much
Loved all the history. It was brilliant. I would love to hear more of that.
Thanks! x
fascinating stuff ! x
Thanks, Jane
Loved all the interesting info and the views along the canal. Another fab episode, x
Thanks, Anita 👍🏻
Very interesting, history of the locks. Enjoyed this blog a lot.
Thanks, Barry! 👍🏻
Fantastic boys love yours vids .x
Thank you! x