207. Slow TV: narrowboat cruising along the Macclesfield canal

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  • Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024
  • #narrowboat #narrowboats #canal #canals #liveaboard #cruisingthecut
    This is a real time recording from the bow of my narrowboat from when I cruised up the Macclesfield canal in September 2019, from Hall Green stop lock, through Congleton, to near Bridge 65. Towards the end there's a bit of a pause while I waited for another boat to come through two bridges close together but I do move on again after that for a bit before finally coming to a halt.
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Комментарии • 501

  • @navigator902
    @navigator902 4 года назад +4

    Why I keep coming back.... I'm an eighty year old yachtsmen....and this is how I get my fix. Far and away from, this hard to fathom world, as real as it gets .....Thank you Skipper. Your videos of the Cuts paradise, makes it easy to be a loyal viewer.....

  • @myfavoritemartian1
    @myfavoritemartian1 4 года назад +26

    Awsome! I play them at night when I can't sleep. So peaceful and soothing.

    • @JKThom-59
      @JKThom-59 2 года назад

      I do the same. Plus David Johns has a soothing voice!

  • @jonathancook4022
    @jonathancook4022 4 года назад +4

    I implore you to put more of these up. It feels like summer is back! Ohh! glourious sunshine!

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  4 года назад +1

      Alas, they take up HUGE amounts of storage and data to upload so I can only do them intermittently. Plus not every trip lends itself to this.

  • @wallacegrommet9343
    @wallacegrommet9343 4 года назад +4

    I wish my father in law was still alive to watch these. LINCOLNSHIRE born, went to sea at 16 in 1939 as a sailor on cargo ships in the North Atlantic, rose to become an officer of the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth, and finished his working career in Canada as a naval accident investigator for the government. Passed away at 96 on July 1st, 2019

    • @davidrobertthomas1515
      @davidrobertthomas1515 4 года назад

      Thanks, Wallace Grommet. Lovely to read your comment. Best wishes.

    • @karenliles7061
      @karenliles7061 4 года назад

      Sounds like he lived a long life full of adventures. Rip.

  • @danielkarmy4893
    @danielkarmy4893 2 месяца назад +1

    You know, I thought I ought to say how wonderful I'm finding it to watch these videos again now in 2024. They're so much more relaxing, and healing, in a way, now than perhaps I thought at the time (and I did love watching them back then too). It's different, now. I can sit here and know that I don't have to worry about wars, or pandemics, or riots or hatred, I don't have to think about isolation and masks and one-in-one-out shopping policies; I don't need to be troubled by any of the things that have faced us all in the past four years. For now, it's September 2019, and I'm content and peaceful, on a cruise, aboard the Wreyland.

  • @LCdrDerrick
    @LCdrDerrick 4 года назад +6

    I'm so in love with this landscape and livestyle, the freedom and dignity this has. Over here in Germany they're after socalled Tiny Houses now, those who are sick of the crowded, noisy and dusty city centers, of career and status! But what could be better than a floating less tiny house in a beautyful landscape, with a good infrastructure all along the way!

    • @SamSitar
      @SamSitar 4 года назад +2

      they are relaxing. i wish for New England to have a similar sized canal system.

  • @sandyfields9933
    @sandyfields9933 10 месяцев назад +2

    ‘What goes around, come around’. Silent TV! I’m blissfully watching a canal cruise with just the sounds of the canal. Thank you!

  • @roseyinthegarden6671
    @roseyinthegarden6671 4 года назад +4

    Thank you so much for another “Not a Vlog,” they are a real treat! I appreciate just how much of your time and effort goes in to producing and uploading them.

  • @LeonRFpoa
    @LeonRFpoa 4 года назад +9

    My grandma in the USA (83 years) has watched this twice and gone sweet on you and your channel. She's now a slowtv fan too.

  • @crystaledelmann
    @crystaledelmann 4 года назад +7

    I love all these "slow TV" videos. Thank you, David!

  • @timnicholls6066
    @timnicholls6066 4 года назад +2

    This is my new relaxation technique! I have it on my big TV and I just sit there and watch. No phone, no computer: just this. I can feel myself becoming calmer after a few minutes (despite the excitement of what might be around the next corner!)

  • @stephendowsett1288
    @stephendowsett1288 4 года назад +4

    Magnificent David. I can see why you rate the Macclesfield Canal. It was a privilege to be able to sit in the bow of your boat and enjoy the tranquility of this cruise. Many thanks.

  • @bobhope5773
    @bobhope5773 4 года назад +4

    Thanks David, watching a cruising the cut vid is a great way to unwind after a long day!

  • @willemfloris
    @willemfloris 4 года назад +2

    Wow, the best vlog ever........ Over 2 hours and 39 minutes of water and trees. This is ready for an Oscar. Cheerio.

  • @johndagle4249
    @johndagle4249 4 года назад +4

    This is very calming. Beautiful scenery. Nice submission for those of us who can’t get enough time on the water.

  • @jumpmasterpress
    @jumpmasterpress 4 года назад +4

    Easily one of the best real-time videos on RUclips. Thank you!

  • @jh2392
    @jh2392 4 года назад +2

    Somthing to watch tonight when I get into bed, I really do enjoy these longer videos.

  • @grahamchandler6064
    @grahamchandler6064 4 года назад +3

    I'm saving the rest of this for bedtime! So lovely and well done, thank you from Florida USA

  • @erebostd
    @erebostd 4 года назад +3

    This is not my cup of tea, but many seems to like it! Nice of you to share it for those who are into it 😊👍

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  4 года назад +5

      Yes, these are definitely “marmite” videos but enough people like them that I still put them up ;-)

  • @iPugsy
    @iPugsy 4 года назад +1

    This may by the perfect way to relax, unwind and end my day 👍🏻
    A short walk up the wooden hill. Slide into bed. Forget about work.
    iPad, headphones, this video and a peaceful trip to Slumber Town 💤
    Thank you, David. 🤗

  • @anthonywstanton
    @anthonywstanton 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for the outstanding content! I truly envy your bucolic lifestyle!

  • @GrainHopper
    @GrainHopper 4 года назад +6

    Truly captivating and idyllic. Thank you for sharing a moment of perfect ‘canal time’ and allowing us to join in your journey. Cheers!

  • @toomaskotkas4467
    @toomaskotkas4467 4 года назад +3

    The tranquility of this videos is amazing! It takes just 15 minutes of watching for me to get relaxed and go back to my certification preparation study.

  • @desertrose2059
    @desertrose2059 4 года назад +7

    You have given me a serene healing spot here with your videos. I treasure them and the effort you put into them. Thank you so much!

  • @NeverlandSystemZor
    @NeverlandSystemZor 4 года назад +3

    You really get a sense of the pace when you see you're barely overtaking people walking on the tow paths.

  • @clpotis
    @clpotis 4 года назад +6

    This is perfect! I’m also working from home in the States and it’s such a treat to vicariously tour the British canals without the distraction of talk. Enjoying every moment! Thanks for posting!

  • @larryaftertheroad6174
    @larryaftertheroad6174 4 года назад +3

    a very pleasant break from the grey and cold midwinter doldrums

  • @rodandthiabrown800
    @rodandthiabrown800 3 года назад +2

    Some sort of award should be given for this movie! ABSOLUTE serenity and beauty! THANK YOU!

  • @Dinki-Di
    @Dinki-Di 4 года назад +1

    Thank you David. You saved me from doing housework. 😉 Grabbed a coffee, made brekkie and chilled out with your beautiful video instead.

  • @atelierhcp
    @atelierhcp 4 года назад +5

    Are those wonderful footages! These canal landscapes are enchanting. And you must be a happy person!

    • @atelierhcp
      @atelierhcp 4 года назад +3

      And if I should achieve to be a king, a chancellor or a prime minister in any country, I will let build canals all over the land! This is my promise for the next elections!

  • @kateverett7869
    @kateverett7869 4 года назад +1

    I see from the many comments that I am not the only one who finds your Not a Vlogs soothing and therapeutic. Very calming; helps me to focus. And, I love the scenery!

  • @Camille_Anderson
    @Camille_Anderson 4 года назад +6

    This is stunning. It's also incredibly helpful in relaxing an Asperger's busy brain. 💯

  • @chrishuston4445
    @chrishuston4445 4 года назад +3

    Where the canal boats go slower than the people on the shore walking by..
    my family have been over[from the states] to the UK to go canali-zing for a few weeks we loved it.
    People are so friendly and the food and produce were so fresh. Thank you so much for the virtual experience.

  • @oletrenner
    @oletrenner 4 года назад +2

    I've said it before, but this format is like a mini vacation for me. Thanks, David!

  • @danmathis4046
    @danmathis4046 3 года назад +3

    One of "those people" who enjoy the views of just chugging along on a canal, as you do. But, your pithy, English sardonic dialogue is always pleasing. Thanks! Great work!!!

  • @kitt1905
    @kitt1905 4 года назад +1

    My dose of Zen. I do love these real time videos a great deal. So peaceful to sit and watch.

  • @nicolafox9173
    @nicolafox9173 4 года назад +3

    Yes, please and thank you. Tired with the beginning of a migraine and a soothing canal journey (with the screen brightness turned down!) is exactly what I need. Very much enjoy the vlogs and the not-a-vlogs alike.

  • @derickmitchell9852
    @derickmitchell9852 4 года назад +3

    My absolute favorite narrowboat channel!

  • @lindabowser7451
    @lindabowser7451 Год назад +2

    Just watching this again, for a bit of relief on a very taxing day. Thank you!

  • @brigittedossor8167
    @brigittedossor8167 4 года назад +3

    Loved it. Captivated the todlers and the adults.

  • @MikaelKKarlsson
    @MikaelKKarlsson 4 года назад +2

    That soothing purr of the engine as it reverberates through the hull. *turns up the bass a few notches*

  • @kevgermany
    @kevgermany 4 года назад +2

    Stunningly beautiful. Has to be the most attractive of the canals so far.
    Thanks.

  • @Ra-zor
    @Ra-zor 4 года назад +1

    I love slow tv video's. Really does make you feel like you are there. Keep them coming!

  • @lindahouston9331
    @lindahouston9331 4 года назад +3

    The scenery is so nice and pleasant. And I love hearing the birds in the background. These are the most relaxing videos on RUclips that I've found.

  • @mandy1349
    @mandy1349 4 года назад +4

    My Iguana loves to watch tv while I work. I normally find him a jungle waterfall or stream. Lately we've really enjoyed this thank you!

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  4 года назад +2

      Oh! That is hilarious!! I'd love to see a pic of that.

  • @jsking306
    @jsking306 4 года назад +2

    It's cold and snowy here in Chicago. Your video just warmed things up a lot! Thanks...

    • @mikeu5380
      @mikeu5380 4 года назад

      Cold and snowy here in northern Japan as well. The more of the series I watch, the more appealing is the idea of summer, eh?

  • @cliffordabernathy9070
    @cliffordabernathy9070 4 года назад +2

    I am a person who studies construction . I truly believe the best engineer stuff is the simplest that requires the least maintenance. For this reason I love your videos of the canal's. I love studying the old bridges ,yes this may just be a bridge but it is a deep engineering study to me. , or for example that drylok you had your boat reblacked in . Or the canal locks. Even these simple not a vlogs give me an immense amount to study. I love simple things that work. The canal system works.

  • @k8eekatt
    @k8eekatt Год назад +2

    These videos are so incredibly relaxing at the end of the day, thank you for sharing your creativity and boating world.

  • @wornoutwrench8128
    @wornoutwrench8128 4 года назад +2

    Very nice.
    Thank you for taking us along.

  • @DenWhitton
    @DenWhitton 4 года назад +2

    A nice hot cup of tea, a comfy chair, and 2 hours of canal boating. aaaaaah.

  • @chickadeecorner
    @chickadeecorner 4 года назад +6

    Just found your channel today and what a delight. I've had this video up on my tv and it's been a lovely and meditative thing to watch. Prior to current days I visited the UK once or twice a year and while I'd seen narrow boats and canals here and there this is one area of the culture I've yet to really explore and will make a point to do so upon my return, hopefully sooner than later! Cheers

  • @bongoslide
    @bongoslide 4 года назад +3

    Lights off curtain closed a nice cup of tea large TV and im their like I once was. :)

  • @trwagner1
    @trwagner1 4 года назад +3

    Wonderful, just wonderful! So peaceful, you have the sound of the water, the low hum of the engine, the occasional addition of the sound of swooshing water, the sound of birds, dogs barking, the engine revving down as you have passersby, lots of wonderful scenery, pigeons and dogs, and nature of wonder. And, then the low flying bird and front duck attack at 2:35:00!

    • @MichaelJ1951
      @MichaelJ1951 4 года назад

      I really appreciate your posts as so many posting either Horse Riding trips or camping ones totally ruin them with the music overdubs when the natural sounds would be so superior

  • @jboquiren1
    @jboquiren1 4 года назад +3

    Lovely, meditative video. This long format is my new ASMR :)

  • @shinystones
    @shinystones 3 года назад +5

    I really enjoy all your videos, though somehow this is the most enjoyable. It reminds me of the late-night shipping forecast, which indicates that all is well.

  • @FreedomFist
    @FreedomFist 3 года назад +1

    I absolutely love watching canal boats in the UK, thanks for uploading!

  • @bellowsmain6762
    @bellowsmain6762 3 года назад +3

    Excellent videos, very entertaining.
    I have spent most of today going over your content. In particular the hints of humour are great and the relaxed presentation is comfortable. WHY people thumbs down I can't understand.
    If you don't like something, don't watch it.

  • @DMills-un1tl
    @DMills-un1tl 2 года назад +3

    This has been the most enjoyable video experience. My ex husband was ranting on the phone to me for over and hour as I watched this and I stayed calm and peaceful as a result of the video. I live in the US and have too many animals or I would run away immediately to live this life (or at least for an extended vacation).

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  2 года назад +1

      Ha! Perhaps the ex needs to watch it too and calm down 🤣

  • @RoninOtter
    @RoninOtter 4 года назад +3

    I leave your playlist running while I'm working from home and it lets me dream that I'm sitting in a comfy chair on the bow of your boat while I'm typing on my laptop.

  • @wendellworth353
    @wendellworth353 4 года назад +1

    What a delightful ride. So quiet; peaceful, and calming. Better than wine and Prozac. (Well, almost) LOL

  • @jason7719
    @jason7719 4 года назад +2

    These are fantastic videos, always love the vlogs but getting to be along for the trip is amazing as well!

  • @10p6
    @10p6 4 года назад +6

    The videos will be worth a fortune in years to come when people buy them as relaxing scenes for their 7000 inch OLED wall screen TVs.

  • @esthers5876
    @esthers5876 4 года назад +2

    I love these real time videos with ambient sound!

  • @patriciarull-wild5629
    @patriciarull-wild5629 4 года назад +2

    Hello, that was absolutely wonderful, I feel so much better for just sat watching that video. So calming & tranquil. What a beautiful day for it as well, perfect!!!I felt I was on the boat with you. Thank you so very much. 🛳⛴🚢⚓️🚤⛵️🛶☀️😎

  • @raew5263
    @raew5263 3 года назад +2

    Just love 💕 these reels. So relaxing + pretty. Great for background sounds. Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @christinegibbins6105
    @christinegibbins6105 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much David, this is stunning, so calm and peaceful.

    • @MatthewHuntley1961
      @MatthewHuntley1961 4 года назад

      Great video. I have it on my spare monitor at my work desk. Nice to have the scenery whilst I am working. I may have to run your other slow video.
      I am curious though, how much space did this video take?

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  4 года назад

      As a finished file for upload, 40GB. I don't recall how large the source files were but probably around 3-4 times bigger.

  • @robtheplod
    @robtheplod 4 года назад +2

    Nice to remember the lovely weather, thanks David!

  • @larrypitcher6023
    @larrypitcher6023 4 года назад +3

    I LOVE THIS JUST OUT OF THIS WORLD

  • @Pallethands
    @Pallethands 3 года назад +3

    Videos like this are perfect for not going mad under lockdown. Thank you for the effort it was to edit and upload a nearly 3 hour video.

  • @bongoslide
    @bongoslide 4 года назад +1

    Very pleasurable. it takes me back, will watch this time after time when I need relaxing,

  • @cassandrapierce7203
    @cassandrapierce7203 3 года назад +1

    I've honestly watched this a dozen times. This cruise and my music.

  • @vancouver4sure
    @vancouver4sure 4 года назад +2

    Good cruising in 2020 from British Columbia!

  • @stickman18
    @stickman18 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful, roll on Spring can not wait to get back on the cut.

  • @thomasbrown2791
    @thomasbrown2791 4 года назад +1

    I do enjoy all your videos. This is great when working so I move my eyes to another screen. Thank you!

  • @anitaclary8436
    @anitaclary8436 2 года назад +3

    I love this episode! I enjoy all of the slow tv episodes, but this is the best. Thank you for making this. It helps me to deal with my stress and anxiety. I hope someday you’ll make some more.

  • @willaimr.kirkland8170
    @willaimr.kirkland8170 4 года назад +1

    Always enjoy a ride with you - but, over two hours - wow. Thanks.

  • @GaryB007
    @GaryB007 4 года назад +6

    These would be perfect (and cheap) for BBC4's Slow TV slots.

    • @bongoslide
      @bongoslide 4 года назад

      Use to be colour test card playing Jethro Tull, and at least if this gets put up there no deceit false flag news,

  • @timtraver7152
    @timtraver7152 4 года назад

    I fell asleep twice while watching, it's THAT relaxing!

  • @thomasfilion9064
    @thomasfilion9064 3 года назад +1

    Love it. Old time intro is a great choice.

  • @pilpelet100
    @pilpelet100 4 года назад +1

    Lovely video. Due to time constraints I couldn't watch all of it but it was lovely to be a part of your cruise in the lovely sunny weather. Where I am, at the moment it's cold outside, the wind is blowing, it's hail-stoning and I'm in a cloud!

  • @jeffreysmith5018
    @jeffreysmith5018 Год назад +1

    An absolute delight to watch 😊😊

  • @FrankLassowski
    @FrankLassowski 4 года назад +2

    David, you are the one who led me to this whole cut cruising. Now I'm sitting here watching some trees, water, birds and weird Brits for hours.
    You are guilty! It's all your fault!!!
    Now, go away AND MAKE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS!!! :-)

  • @rob.maramé
    @rob.maramé 4 года назад +1

    Wonderfully restful, especially for those of us that don’t actually have a boat but dream of it one day. It’s the next best thing

  • @lindahouston9331
    @lindahouston9331 4 года назад

    I love these not a vlogs. They are so peaceful that I use them to go to sleep. Thank you for posting them!

  • @notsure2101
    @notsure2101 3 года назад +1

    This is so relaxing. It only reinforced my itch for a narrow boat adventure

  • @NeverlandSystemZor
    @NeverlandSystemZor 4 года назад +2

    So peaceful and serene. What a lifestyle.
    That part I could handle. The lack of space and quality internet connection would drive me mad.

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  4 года назад +4

      I have an excellent internet connection; must have done to upload this 40GB file...

  • @popv2495
    @popv2495 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for your vlog we just love the scenery it is just like we are there with you.
    We find it so relaxing and interesting
    In fact we are a long way away in Australia on a hot summers day

    • @mikeu5380
      @mikeu5380 4 года назад

      Hi, Ian Kay down there in Australia.! Up here in Japan it is quite a cold snowy day, and this cruise gives us hope that warmer weather shall indeed arrive around the next bend... ; )

  • @sgit1
    @sgit1 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for taking me along on your cruise . . . and I didn't even have to worry about the toilet cassette!

  • @cucumberman1234567
    @cucumberman1234567 4 года назад +8

    It's scenery like this that you realise why the canal boatmen and their families lived in deplorable conditions in a rabbit hutch but never left the job

  • @flyboymiles3056
    @flyboymiles3056 4 года назад +3

    Getting close to 100k subscribers

  • @carlmorton2556
    @carlmorton2556 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi we had a grp cruiser on the canal,moored at Adlington Marina for 3yr and thoroughly enjoyed every trip,beautiful scenery ,your video brought back the memories as it was 20yr ago thanks

  • @MicrowavePinggg
    @MicrowavePinggg Год назад +3

    *Gets random canal boat video recommendation*
    Me - Hey he sailed right past my house! 😮😂
    Hello from Fenny Stratford 👋

  • @carolynstaines
    @carolynstaines 4 года назад

    Thank you David. Love your videos. Very soothing, and often funny, distraction from the harsh realities of an Australian summer. Many, many thanks for your great work.

  • @davelucraft5825
    @davelucraft5825 4 года назад +1

    A really, really lovely video that shows our canal system and countryside at their best. I cannot understand the 12 thumbs down and the two derogatory remarks when you make it perfectly clear in your description that this is SLOOOOOOOW TV. If you don't like it then don't watch it!

  • @alfredschiess395
    @alfredschiess395 2 года назад +1

    Loved every 2hours 39minutes and 8 seconds! great stuff!!! you the best!!

  • @MrSmeggypaws
    @MrSmeggypaws 4 года назад

    Thanks for uploading this. I needed something peaceful to watch to de-strass.

  • @toomanyhobbies2011
    @toomanyhobbies2011 4 года назад +3

    Thank you for sharing these incredibly relaxing videos. I got hooked on narrow boats when watching a BBC series that did exactly this type of quiet video. Sorry, don't remember the name. We don't have these in the Western US, but we do have RVs. The plan is to sell the house and tour the US for a year, then settle down in the best place I find.

  • @eyeswideopen627
    @eyeswideopen627 4 года назад

    Started off nice peaceful, calm, and relaxing. Then you came upon this horse. Ominous creature. Lol. Thanks for the chill pill David.

  • @l.lively9993
    @l.lively9993 4 года назад +1

    You can almost see toad, ratty, mole and badger standing along the bank! Thank you for such enjoyable videos! From a fan in western NC.

  • @jamesellsworth9673
    @jamesellsworth9673 4 года назад

    I first watched this series one by one with the enjoyable commentary. I LIKED this video so I could cruise happily along this scenic canal in the darker months!