really enjoyed this trip. I also watched the Thames trip with Minimalist. I have been following them since day one, and when I catch up with them in present time, I shall begin your trips from Day one. I'm from Bendigo Australia, so narrowboating is certainly not happening in my neighbourhood. Again, thanks for posting and see you in the future.
Great view point Lorna and thanks for the local information. I was thinking a drone shot of all the staircase locks loaded with the boats would have been cool. Glad you had a great day and look forward to new adventures.
Happy to hear that you would consider living on the Lancaster Canal. Lancaster is my home town. It's a beautiful area, the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, the Forest of Bowland and more are in easy reach. The winters can be wet, cold and lacking in daylight but still a lot of good walks, bike rides, etc. to appreciate and enjoy all year round.
That "Maybe I'll even buy a house with end of garden mooring" brings to mind the flooding news from UK earlier this year as well as our own flooding here along the Missouri River.
Scott FW Flooding from canals is very rare. When they do flood, it's usually because a nearby river has overtopped its banks into them. I'd live by a canal without any hesitation, but a river would need careful consideration and lots of research!
Rivers are iffy to live by, We along the Arkansas river in the U.S. were flooded this year. But I would live on a Canal or a canal boat like yours. Great Vid I like your style in this one!!!
This was really interesting Lorna. A lot of different landscape. Wow some of those locks looked huge! Glad you had a fun day with Michael and then Jo. keep up the touring. Lots of fun for us to watch with a great tour guide.
""It looked a lot calmer than when some others went up there recently!!! yep that was in May with Foxes Afloat . As they turned into the Ribble at the end of Savick Brook they hit the Ribble at full cry, a 6 knot Incoming Tide aided by a strong westerly wind took their boat broadside towards Preston , They got it under control and proceeded towards Tarleton at 1 mph. I think once you experience this you know to turn very quickly as you exit ( or just before ) the brook so that you do not have the tide hitting the boat at full length ,
Here from Minimal List. Wasn't going to watch what is in effect a repeat but you included stuff M missed ;) Following a few NB-ers & not planning to follow another one - but did I spy a cat ?
Both. You can get some that are off the shelf, where all you have to choose is the colour scheme, but many were built to order by their first owners, and many have been refitted over the years.
Hi Lorna! I came here from Minimal List link. Now that I see that you have a superior camera, (or just happen to be real good at using it), plus have a nice, clear speaking voice, I am definitely subscribing. Do you have a cat who lives on your boat?
""It looked a lot calmer than when some others went up there recently!!! yep that was in May with Foxes Afloat . As they turned into the Ribble at the end of Savick Brook they hit the Ribble at full cry, a 6 knot Incoming Tide aided by a strong westerly wind took their boat broadside towards Preston , They got it under control and proceeded towards Tarleton at 1 mph. I think once you experience this you know to turn very quickly as you exit ( or just before ) the brook so that you do not have the tide hitting the boat at full length ,
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Thank you for coming along and taking charge of Michael! 😂
really enjoyed this trip. I also watched the Thames trip with Minimalist. I have been following them since day one, and when I catch up with them in present time, I shall begin your trips from Day one.
I'm from Bendigo Australia, so narrowboating is certainly not happening in my neighbourhood. Again, thanks for posting and see you in the future.
I enjoyed this immensely! Very relaxing and the music was just right! Thanks!
Loved your take on the trip.
I'd love to take my boat over the Ribble to the Lancaster, but at 65ft its too long 😞
Glad you had a good trip and Michael was on his best behaviour
Great view point Lorna and thanks for the local information. I was thinking a drone shot of all the staircase locks loaded with the boats would have been cool. Glad you had a great day and look forward to new adventures.
Happy to hear that you would consider living on the Lancaster Canal. Lancaster is my home town. It's a beautiful area, the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, the Forest of Bowland and more are in easy reach. The winters can be wet, cold and lacking in daylight but still a lot of good walks, bike rides, etc. to appreciate and enjoy all year round.
That "Maybe I'll even buy a house with end of garden mooring" brings to mind the flooding news from UK earlier this year as well as our own flooding here along the Missouri River.
Scott FW Flooding from canals is very rare. When they do flood, it's usually because a nearby river has overtopped its banks into them. I'd live by a canal without any hesitation, but a river would need careful consideration and lots of research!
Rivers are iffy to live by, We along the Arkansas river in the U.S. were flooded this year. But I would live on a Canal or a canal boat like yours. Great Vid I like your style in this one!!!
Excellent. Glad you were there to add to Jo and Michael's story. Thanks for sharing.
This was really interesting Lorna. A lot of different landscape. Wow some of those locks looked huge! Glad you had a fun day with Michael and then Jo. keep up the touring. Lots of fun for us to watch with a great tour guide.
Always interesting to see another perspective. Great vlog Lorna, looking forward to seeing you crossing the mersey!
The brook looked lovely, very scenic, excellent commentary along the way. Very enjoyable, thank you.
Definitely an "African Queen" experience on Savick Brook.
Nice to know I wasn't the only one thinking that.☺
Great watch and Ribble link looks very interesting......thanks for sharing
I do sometimes wish Michael would calm down. Brilliant thanks so much.
Nice to see both perspectives from you, jo and Michael. It looked a lot calmer than when some others went up there recently
""It looked a lot calmer than when some others went up there recently!!! yep that was in May with Foxes Afloat . As they turned into the Ribble at the end of Savick Brook they hit the Ribble at full cry, a 6 knot Incoming Tide aided by a strong westerly wind took their boat broadside towards Preston , They got it under control and proceeded towards Tarleton at 1 mph. I think once you experience this you know to turn very quickly as you exit ( or just before ) the brook so that you do not have the tide hitting the boat at full length ,
Very good video and excellent description too
Great vlog, really enjoyed the trip. Thanks!
Lorna: "What could go wrong?" The Fates: "Gimme a minute to put away the lunch dishes, We'll come up with something."
When the going gets tough, Lorna comes to lend a hand.
Fun seeing another perspective!
that was a beautiful day out - thank you
Here from Minimal List. Wasn't going to watch what is in effect a repeat but you included stuff M missed ;)
Following a few NB-ers & not planning to follow another one - but did I spy a cat ?
great video lorna you brought the sun with you again :))
Just popped over from Minimal list to have a look about
Delightful.. I fancy doing that trip..
Are these boats custom made, or are they commercially available?
Both. You can get some that are off the shelf, where all you have to choose is the colour scheme, but many were built to order by their first owners, and many have been refitted over the years.
Did I hear you on radio 4 talking about the rugby ??
Harve90 no
Hi Lorna! I came here from Minimal List link. Now that I see that you have a superior camera, (or just happen to be real good at using it), plus have a nice, clear speaking voice, I am definitely subscribing. Do you have a cat who lives on your boat?
Gilbert Franklin Yes, that’s Mr Monty
Wait... why do you go into the lock backwards???? Great video
Daniel Chapiesky it’s very tight to try and turn into it forwards
Great vlog people
Love THE VLOG
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5:56, I didn't think narrowboats had the right gear ratios to go fast enough to do NASCAR style drafting.
That boat is being towed.
""It looked a lot calmer than when some others went up there recently!!! yep that was in May with Foxes Afloat . As they turned into the Ribble at the end of Savick Brook they hit the Ribble at full cry, a 6 knot Incoming Tide aided by a strong westerly wind took their boat broadside towards Preston , They got it under control and proceeded towards Tarleton at 1 mph. I think once you experience this you know to turn very quickly as you exit ( or just before ) the brook so that you do not have the tide hitting the boat at full length ,