73. BRITAINS LONGEST, DEEPEST, HIGHEST TUNNEL? Standedge Tunnel

[@angelarochester116]

My five year old granddaughter watched this video with me, she was a bit scared for you when you were in the tunnel. She just commented that you were better drivers than us because you didn’t crash like we do, then ….. BANG!!! 😱 😂 Glad you’ enjoyed the tunnel 😘

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Awwww thanks Angela that tunnel is quite scary. I’m that pale I probably looked like a ghost. Thanks for watching and say hello to your granddaughter from us 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww bless her. She clearly wasn’t on the boat when Paul was steering 🤣😂. X

[@choclatmajik1]

Ok so I just put my comment to you on the Foxes site..sheesh ! What I did say was... Paul you did an amazing job, shame about scuffs on the boat, they all look good now. You both keep your home looking beautiful ! Both make me giggle eith your little riffs. Dexter, ice cream well deserved. Have a great weekend boys 💓

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jan. Sorry I missed your comment. Hope you are having a good week. I was quite impressed with Paul too. The paint can be sorted thankfully. Can’t believe you put your comment on the Foxes 😂. I am sure they will have seen the funny side too. Take care and see you at the weekend. ❤️

[@maureenmurnan4137]

Hi Paul, Anthony and Dexter, I found your channel just a few days ago and have been binge watching your vlogs, I am a great fan of Foxes Afloat, Welldeck Diaries and Boating beyond , so you are in my top ten list as well now. Love your boat and the colour is fab, love the name Morning Star to, I have visited the Lakota people in North and South Dakota for 15 years until I stopped 6 years ago, but you may find it interesting that they refer to Morning Star as , What does Morning Star mean in Native American? Image result Native American symbols are geometric portrayals of celestial bodies, natural phenomena and animal designs. The Morning Star symbolizes hope and guidance. The morning star is the brightest star in the sky at dawn. ... The Great Plains Indians honor the morning star as a sign of courage and purity of spirit. And a well know chief was .. Although he was known as "Dull Knife" (or Motšêške Ôhnêxahpo in Cheyenne, a translation of his Lakota name) to local settlers, U.S. military leaders, and other American Indians, his Cheyenne name is translated as "Morning Star". ... Morning Star (chief) you may already know this but thought it worth mentioning. The Morning Star (Adapted from Lakota Life by Ron Zeilinger) The morning star. Just before the sun rises, there is a star standing alone, shining brightly in the east. Lakota refer to this beautiful sight as the Morning Star. This star announces the coming of sun and light to the earth; it heralds the dawn. Because of its great importance in the gift of each new day, the morning star is often used in designs and decorations. Black Elk spoke to the star as follows: "Morning Star, there at the place where the sun comes up, you who have the wisdom which we seek, help us in cleansing ourselves and all the people, that our generations to come will have light as they walk the sacred path. You lead the dawn as it walks forth, and also the day which follows with its light which is knowledge. This you do for us and for all the people of the world, that they may see clearly in walking the wakan - holy - path, that they may know all that is holy, and that they may increase in a sacred manner ..." This is from the St Joseph Indian school a place I have visited several times. So your Boat name has strong spiritual connections, thank you for the beautiful scenery, this is my passion to, and gratitude Anthony as a NHS worker ( and good cook ) I look forward to catching up to present day and staying in sinc with your futur volgs, many thanks Maureen

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Maureen. Welcome to the channel. I don’t know how I missed your comment, sorry. Glad you found us. Thanks for the fabulous in-depth explanation of Morning Star. Love stuff like this. The Lokata people sound very interesting and I may just have to google more. Hope you are having a good week and hope you continue to enjoy the vlogs. Take care ❤️

[@jules9303]

That tunnel absolutely fascinating really enjoyed watching thank you 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Jules. It was amazing to go through and a massive feat of engineering. ❤️

[@debh4190]

LOVED this one! I love them all, but this one especially. What an amazing tunnel! Glad you let Howard take the tiller and let Dexter and Anthony chill inside. Love Dexter slurping up the last of the ice cream at the end. Paul needs more practice at the tiller, and Anthony needs to let him!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Deb. Glad you enjoyed it. It was such a great experience and Howard was a star. Dexter hated it bless him and had to be cuddled all the way through. I agree, Paul needs more practise and I never stop him but he often wants to be off filming. Hope you enjoy your week. Take care ❤️

[@chrispage1294]

Hi Paul & Anthony and of course Dexter. yet again you've completed another great Vlog. I hope all is well and I look forward to watching more of your Vlogs in the future. take care all xXx chris

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Chris thanks so much for watching, we really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed the vlog. Hope you are well xx

[@shelaghweston4584]

Wow the tunnel looked epic .. and well done to you all for doing it .. certainly one not to be missed .. nice one guys

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Shelagh. It was an amazing experience and wouldn’t wanted to have missed doing it. Glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@gingermolinero8386]

This was a great vlog, loved the tunnel. Glad you had Howard for help and company while Anthony was in the boat comforting Dexter. Continued safe travels

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Ginger. Howard was amazing. Such a nice guy too. Poor Dexter. Had to be cuddled all the way through. Thanks for watching and have a great week. ❤️

[@kplante7881]

Wow…! Thanks for sharing!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks for watching. We had the most amazing day. ❤️

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

That tunnel is absolutely incredible! And to think it was built over 200 years ago is unbelievable! Glad you enjoyed it Paul. I found it kind of freaky - I kept looking for the light at the end!! Thank you both for sharing your adventures! Sending love and hugs! ❤🐾❤

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Glad you enjoyed it, the tunnel was amazing and incredible it ever got built at all. We keep seeing a light but then realised it wasn't the end of the tunnel, so glad we had help going through. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww Kathy it was an amazing feat of engineering and an amazing experience. Poor Dexter hated it but gave me a reason for long cuddles 🥰. Can’t believe that it was all done by hand so to speak. The conditions must of been horrific. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@valerieburnett8930]

It’s my birthday today ….. I retire. Apart from my coffee machine Clive bought me my two favourite pieces of your work Paul. The hedgehog and the owl. I am absolutely delighted. Love your blogs. Xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Valerie. I have been working this weekend so apologies for the late reply. Happy belated birthday. Hope you had good day. Aww glad you received the artwork and like them. How is the new coffee machine? Take care ❤️

[@valerieburnett8930]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 the coffee machine is great. Kayleigh from narrowboat lifestyle recommended it. But I am particularly pleased with your artwork. I had admired it ages ago and thought Clive never listened😜

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@valerieburnett8930 fab. I will let Paul know. He will be really chuffed xx

[@mandellaedwards5400]

Alistair stung us for a copy of the booklet too. What a salesman 😆 . Glad you did the tunnel because that gave us the confidence to do it too. 😍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. You just feel like you can’t say no. Glad you did it. Was such an amazing experience ❤️

[@terrykunst3883]

Wow what a fantastic journey. The tunnel was incredible, so many different surfaces and wow it was just awesome to watch. (I had to control how many times I said “wow” here!) I kept thinking of the building of the pyramids, what an incredible feat of construction. Sorry about the boo-boos to the boat, they will add a bit of character and always a conversation piece about the time you went through the Tunnel. Lovely to see Dexter looking so well, and enjoying a bit of ice cream. I have quite a few videos to catch up on, working seven days a week is getting to be a drag. Looking forward to enjoying more of your adventures. Anthony, I hope you are feeling better, be careful and Stay safe.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Terry. Glad you enjoyed, we thought it was an amazing experience. The poor workers constructing that but, as you said, what an amazing feat of engineering. Aww bless Dexter, he loves a bit of ice cream (well, he loves food in general 😂). Oh, 7 days doesn’t sound great, hope that long stretch ends soon for you. Take care. Best wishes from us all aboard Morning Star. ❤️

[@live2skide1]

Thanks for sharing your journey and all that was involved with going through the Tunnel. Hopefully Anthony begins healing soon. Your front light and camera view were amazing.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you so much Mary. We had an amazing experience. Ribs are all healed now thank you. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@cherryclark2572]

Wow, that is quite a tunnel! Brave to take it on, Anthony. I would have volunteered to keep Dexter company, with my eyes closed the whole way 😂

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Cherry. The tunnel was amazing and so glad we did it. I think I will sit at the bow next time. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Aww it was amazing Cherry. Was disappointed I couldn’t see well enough to steer but getting Dexter cuddles was good too 😁. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@cherryclark2572]

Oops, my apologies for saying that Anthony was brave, when of course it was Paul who did a bit of driving!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@cherryclark2572 lol. I was brave for letting Paul steer so don’t worry Cherry 😂

[@lovelyskull3483]

Loved this video. The tunnel was incredible and a bit claustrophobic. Thank you. I love seeing Dexter waiting for his Dad.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We loved the tunnel, not sure we would do it again though 👍

[@debbiemcelroy8393]

Hey guys, yay that was a really entertaining, fun and interesting vlog! To think of those guys 'legging it' though the tunnel for four hours all those years ago, incredible! Loved the lateral thinking comment, Anthony, hee hee! Aww bless Dexter and his little treat after going through the scary old tunnel. Have a great week! Debs xxx 💕

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Debbie, so glad you enjoyed the vlog, I recorded most of the tunnel in real time but didn't want to bore viewers it was difficult cutting it down so much in edit. I thought Dexter deserved a treat after braving the tunnel 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Debbie. We had an amazing time. The tunnel was such a great engineering feat but those poor workers. I have always been a lateral thinker lol, Paul not so much 😂. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@juliehigham9180]

Really enjoyed this vlog - fascinating journey through the tunnel - thanks for sharing

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Julie glad you enjoyed the vlog and thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Julie. We had a great time. Such a wonderful feat of engineering. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@ireneshortt984]

Loved it , especially after first week back at work. Just watched for the second time and that tunnel was still as scary. I imagine it’s one of those experiences that is good to say you’ve done it. The sight of Dexter waiting for Anthony is so cute. Take care , safe travels x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Irene, I really wish we had captured the boat leaving the exit of the tunnel, I captured most of it in real time, maybe we should go back. Dexter always waits for Anthony, he seems to sense who he will be back. Hope you are well. 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Irene, hope your 1st week hasn’t been too bad. It was amazing experience but wouldn’t want to do it again, mainly for the boat’s sake! Lol. Dexter hated it and I had to cuddle him all the way through. Love when he waits for me bless him, he is so cute. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@GordonMcPhail]

Great Video of Tunnel many thanks. an Easy way to Remember the way the lights go is : Port, Left (Least Letters). Green, Starboard (most Letters.) Cheers

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Gordon. Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for the tip too: ❤️

[@dawndietz4654]

That tunnel is insane! It changes so much while you go through it, ceiling going up and down, bricks to rock, the concrete repairs. I’m afraid I would be walking over the top of the mountain with the horses😱. I’ve seen down the air shafts on Martin Zero’s channel, it’s a long way down! Glad you made safe passage, and glad Anthony could cuddle Dexter. Loved the vlog, amazing as always. Love and blessings to you three.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Dawn it was an amazing experience but scary in place especially when you realise you are only half way through and then how deep underground you are. I will check out Martin Zero's video on that one. Have a lovely week 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It was absolutely amazing Dawn. I loved the ever changing materials. Wouldn’t want to do it again but only for the boat’s sake lol. Aww Dexter needed cuddling bless him, he hate when the boat hit the sides. Hope you and your family are well. Take care ❤️ xx

[@markrutter5996]

That must be the best tunnel video I have seen. . . .it was just like being at the front of the boat. Amazing how they ever built it in the first place. Glad you all survived the experience and a few scratches is fine after all that way. Dexter and Anthony had the best idea being inside I think. Thanks for bringing us along and enjoy the weekend.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Mark that’s really kind. I was so happy we placed a camera at the bow. I think you could watch a film inside while the boat goes through, it took that long. Have a great weekend 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Mark. It really was amazing. Bless Dexter he was so scared. I kept having to hug him. Glad you enjoyed. The footage was exactly how it felt like for me at the bow. Have a good weekend . ❤️

[@jackirichards8789]

I enjoyed the trip through the tunnel and I stayed dry!! Win for me! Thanks for a great video Hope your ribs are soon better Anthony XX

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

All better now Jacki, thank you. Glad you enjoyed. Xx

[@LouiseL7740]

Very brave as I said on FB...! Well done vlog! Very scary tunnel, and I am always in awe at Paul's constantly laid back demeaner...He always seems, well you both do, very relaxed. I can imagine that now that you are only working 3 days/week, life must be a much slower pace. Thanks to you two, I can sit with my tea and pretend I am right there with you on the lovely cool Fall days to come!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Louise. We had an amazing time but I can see why some would find it scary. Paul is generally pretty chilled. Three day week is definitely going to be a game changer. I worked this Saturday so probably won’t feel the benefit of it until next weekend but loving it. Hope you are keeping well. Fall is my favourite time of year. ❤️

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one lads Paul when you said Dexter went for his walk I cud see him strolling up the shops to get a paper and baki for his pipe BRILLIANT LMAO Hope ya both well and Ant ribs get better be good 🙂🐶✌️

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Lee, I'm sure if Dexter went off to the shops he would be gone hours, we found him in the cafe when we got off the boat outside the tunnel, he was in there like a shot. Thank for watching 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Lee. We had an amazing experience. Lol, we call Dexter Honey Badger (there is a clip on You Tube where a guy narrates a Honey Badger not giving a sh*t) That is Dexter with his selective deafness. Hope you are having a good week so far. Take care ❤️

[@NeverTwoLateOurJourney]

Hi wow that looked an experience. You patched her up well you can’t tell. Have a great week. X

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

The tunnel was amazing and we are so glad we did it. The scenery up here is breathtaking. It's a shame more people don't use this stretch of canal. Hope you are well xx

[@NeverTwoLateOurJourney]

@@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked we will definitely visit eventually. We are getting closer making curtains and bungs next week. Off the Shardlow tomorrow to have a wonder around. X

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

We loved it. Dexter not too much. Paul did a good job but probably needs re doing more smoothly later in the year. Hope you are good ❤️

[@AvaT42]

Oh my goodness, I would need a drink after coming through that tunnel🤦‍♀️ it was so long and dark and, I was scared it would collapse! Phew!😁🥂. Such a pretty spot at the end of it though.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Sonia. We had a glass of wine lol. It was such a fab experience and yeah, we were treated to a nice mooring when we escaped 😂. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@MrOVERANOUT]

Credit where credit is due. You were very brave taking your lovely boat through Standedge tunnel. A few scuff marks is par for the course. Its a bit like parking your brand new car in a supermarket car park well away from other cars, only to find when you return that two other cars have parked on either side of you despite there being loads of empty spaces elsewhere. Another interesting and memorable vlog. Can't wait for the next adventure squeezing through the locks in towards Huddersfield and beyond. Particularly as you go through my home town of Mirfield which is renowned for its many flower displays maintained by volunteer local residents. A new canal and new adventures.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Harry. It really was an amazing experience. We knew it was going to have a few battle scars but it is all part of the fun I guess. It is exactly like the supermarket scenario. Glad we got to bump into you and the eggs were delish 😉 Take care ❤️

[@timyoung7561]

Enjoyed the vlog guys, remember Paul, narrow boating is a contact sport!!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Tim, I like Andeas' comment that they are battle scars 😄 thanks for watching.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. I think he is finding that out Tim 😂. Have a good week. ❤️

[@tophat6696]

Wow that tunnel was amazing !! Great vlog as aways guys 👍🏼🎩😉 Lee an phil

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Guys. It was an amazing experience. Not so much for Dexter bless him. Hope you guys are good. Take care ❤️

[@NarrowboatMark]

Morning Anthony Paul and Dexter. Fantastic what a tunnel to go through I can see you were both very excited👍 our neighbours been through it several times. Hopefully one day when I've got plenty of time we'll get up there thank you so much for sharing your experience❤

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It really was amazing. You can't quite grasp the man power that it took to build the tunnels in those days. You really should try and experience the Huddersfield Canal and the views are stunning. We have loved every minute of it. Take care

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww Marika it was amazing. Dexter didn’t like it though bless him. You should definitely try and do it. Take care ❤️

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Wow great vlog guys. Scarey big tunnelly thing. Now the shot of you both. Prior to the tunnel I thought we were going to get a village people tribute act going ! 😝. Seriously I’d imagine being in a tunnel fir so long must get claustrophobic as well as daunting. Keep these awesome vlogs going. You make my weekend. Thank you 🙏

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you so much, the tunnel was amazing but half way through you start to realise how deep underground you are and it can be daunting. We loved it though. Thanks for watching

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you. It was amazing. Lol, we should have broke into a rendition of YMCA 😂. Dexter didn’t like it bless him. I have to hug him all the way through. X

[@chrishibbard6488]

Looks like you could get very wet going through that tunnel ! Poor ole Morningstar is getting a little bashed. That must have been a fantastic experience. Have a great weekend chaps. Keep safe and well.....chris

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Chris. It was an amazing experience. Aww I know, a few bashes recently 😬. Paul said he did get wet lol. All dry inside with Dexter. 😂. Have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@lornaeaketts-rogers2812]

What an awesome tunnel 🤩 absolutely brilliant thank you! I hope Dexter enjoyed his ice cream 🍨 have a great weekend, sun appears to be shining and no winter jackets needed 🌼💕🌱

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Lorna Dexter has always enjoyed a little ice cream and so glad we found some doggyn ice cream recently. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Lorna. We had an amazing experience. Dexter deserved his ice cream bless him. Bonus no winter jackets 😀. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@brodie2711]

No no no you wouldn't get me into that tunnel for all the tea in china. Claustrophobic don't ya know. But I did enjoy watching you go through. Anthony and Dexter had the right idea sitting in the cabin, which is where I would have joined them. Thanks once again and stay safe and well all three of you. All the best. Love Stephen 🧡

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww Stephen the experience was amazing. I can see why some people wouldn’t enjoy it. You would have been welcome to join Dexter and I. Was good to see from the bow. Have a great week. Take care x

[@CrichieB]

Wow well done all of you ! I would’ve had to walk over the top with my claustrophobia 😂😂another great video ☮️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. I think a few of our viewers are claustrophobic Crichie. Was a great experience and glad we have done it. Take care ❤️

[@debbiewarburton5588]

Fab vlog! I remember port/starboard lights with a little saying. No more RED PORT LEFT in the cupboard. My hubby wants to do standedge tunnel however I am too nervous about it, I worry incase it might be too claustrophobic.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks for the tip Debbie. We won’t forget that. Aww you should do it. Amazing experience. Of it gets too much just go into the boat. Have a good week. ❤️

[@johndeakin2264]

Hi guys a top tip for the next tunnel put a light on the roof in the centre off the boat at the front facing the celling off the tunnel then all you have to do is keep the light in the centre off the tunnel if that makes sense. the problem is your eyes look ahead like normal searing off the boat but all you need to know is that the bow is in the centre btw my other half fell in wearing slippers best not to laugh as this will not be seen as funny lol hugs Jon and Alan narrow boat Old Rocker

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks for the tip John. That does make sense. I am not laughing I promise lol. Take care guys. Love from us all on Morning Star ❤️

[@sunswifttan2346]

Hey Ho Paul, Anthony & Dexter! What a long ride through the tunnel! Interesting! Thanks for filming. Glad you have help to steer. Kudos to the volunteers. They are nice to support this! Hope they are rewarded somehow for their efforts. Another great job letting us in on the luxurious landscape. Can’t wait for your next vlog. Have a great week! Stay Safe & Jolly!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you and glad you enjoyed. The volunteers are amazing and we rewarded them. Not sure if everyone does. It was such an amazing experience. Hope you are well. Take care ❤️

[@PhillPurnell]

I know it's Saturday when the notification comes through! Reminds me I haven't been on public transport for over 18 months now, used it every day for work before.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Its funny you should say that because I did wonder if we should release our video's on a different day. We would have more time to reply and our oversees viewers could watch it as it was released.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hate public transport lol. ❤️

[@sharon2180]

Wonderful and amazing. I don't think I would of enjoyed going thru that long of a tunnel. 5am in North Dakota on this anniversary day Sept 11th, just couldn't sleep. Much luck.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Sharon. The tunnel was amazing. But can see why some wouldn’t enjoy it. I know Dexter didn’t. We watched a programme about 9/11 the other week. Such an appalling act and am not surprised you had trouble sleeping. Sending hugs ❤️

[@eirishemd]

That was such a fun vlog! I think I would have stayed in the cabin. I’m quite claustrophobic so that would have helped me not to freak out. Lol. How cute is that Dexter boy having his treat!!! Have a great week guys. Hugs

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Elaine, glad you enjoyed the vlog, we loved the tunnel and felt better when the damage was repaired. Dexter loves ice cream , bt we don't have it often. We even found a place that sells doggy ice cream 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Elaine. Glad you enjoyed. It was an amazing experience. Dexter loved his ice cream bless him. He is such a sweet boy. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@alaenke]

The tunnel was so interesting with both the brick and the rough hewn.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Glad you enjoyed the tunnel video, can't believe the go pro stopped recording 5 mins from the end of the tunnel.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Virlane we had an amazing experience. Wouldn’t be in a rush to do it again but more for the boat’s sake. But so glad did it. Dexter not so much bless him. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@jamesgoetsch5607]

Once again loved the video without music, just hearing the voices and boat noises as you went through the tunnel. Such a marvelous historical artifact. I always figure something new and shiny isn't really fully mine till I put a few good dings in it! I had a daft friend who was so nervous about dinging up his new car that one day he went out and banged on it with hammer so he wouldn't nervously await his first dings! He then had to take it to a repair shop. We laughed and laughed. :) Thanks again for the "visit".

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks James. We loved the tunnel. The battle scars prove it is being used for the purpose it was built for. Oh that was a bit drastic of your friend 😬. Glad you enjoyed. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@cpelofske]

Oh my. What an interesting vlog. Well done. You must have been a bit excited and anxious at the same time. What an amazing bit of history that still functions after all these years. Thanks for sharing.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Christine. It was amazing we loved it. Glad you enjoyed. Hard to believe that it was all dug by hand. Hope you have a good week. Take care ♥️

[@117Ulrich]

Hi guys, one of my favourite videos so far! The paint can always be touched up, but you can't beat an experience like that. Felt sorry for Dexter though, poor lad 😓 hope your ribs feel better now Anthony, and I loved the comic relief at the end with the lights 😅 hope the 3 of you have a great week x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Rachel. Couldn’t agree more. Battle scars show the boat is being used for what it was built for. We absolutely loved the tunnel. I had to hug Dexter all the way through bless him. But his treat to an ice cream made up for it. Glad you enjoyed. Take care ❤️

[@stevesrepairs5778]

Thanks for a brilliant adventure and great historic info' about Standedge Tunnel, a couple of scrapes are just minor battle scars and adds to the character of the boat and memories to talk about in years to come. I didn't know that Anthony had eye surgery done, I hope his sight is good now. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Stevie, glad you enjoyed the vlog, Anthony had lens replacement surgery to correct his vision, his long distance vision is amazing but he does sometimes get halo's at night or in tunnels. Have a great weekend 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Stevie. It was an amazing experience and you are right, battle scars that remind us of good times. It is hard to imagine that it was dug out by hand. Those poor guys must have been terrified. Yeah had my lenses replaced. I now have better than 20/20 vision after years of being really short sighted. The down side is I now need reading glasses and my night vision is poor. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@carolynabramo7108]

Love this vlog. Your banter is lovely. :)

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Carolyn, glad you enjoyed it 💕

[@munster.8978]

Awww loved that even Dexter got an ice cream.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

He loves ice cream so we always save him a little bit, we even found someone selling doggy ice cream 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

He loves ice cream ❤️

[@paulinehiggins8239]

I love watching this, I’ve watched lots do the tunnel, don’t know how I’d go as I don’t do enclosed spaces real well. Another scratch, another easy fix though. Thanks guys, great vlog, so envy you. 💕

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Pauline, we really loved the tunnel and don't mind a few battle scars. I'ts all part of the adventure. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Pauline. Glad we did it, it was amazing. Thanks for watching and have a good week. ❤️

[@christopherfreeman-dean9508]

Wow! Fantastic guys! A few bumps and scrapes, but those can be fixed. A great experience. 👍 the longest tunnel we did was Harecastle. Not done standedge yet. X

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Christopher. We loved it. We did Harecastle in the hire boat we hired just prior to ordering our boat. Literally within 30 mins of picking it up. That was a great tunnel too. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@annelowings6835]

Another thoroughly enjoyable vlog. Loved the footage in the tunnel felt like I was goingvthrough it myself. Looking forward to next week's vlog.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Anne. Glad you enjoyed. It was an amazing experience. Hope you are keeping well. Take care ❤️

[@christineday1033]

Hi Paul and Anthony, that was a brilliant video, It was exciting and scary all at the same time, an amazing experience and I did it without getting cold and wet 😊 Paul did so well taking over for the last part of the journey . Loved seeing Dexter excitedly waiting for Anthony coming home and eating his ice cream bless him, my little Dave🐅 loves it as well. Take care and have a good week ❤️xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Christine. It was an amazing experience. You did the right thing not getting cold and wet. 😂. Dexter loves ice cream, sounds like a lot of dogs do, bless Dave 😀. Always melts my heart when Dexter greets me. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@johnh1855]

Good morning guys and Dexter! What a great experience, spooky and scary all in one. I think we'd been a nervous wreck but after seeing the light at the end of the tunnel I really think what a memorable experience it would have been. Poor Dexter! His reward was the ice cream. We just want to give him a big hug as he looks like a cuddly bear. Stay safe and well. XXX from John, Dean, Johann and Greta

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Good. morning. Sorry for the slow reply, I have been cleaning the boat ready for our friends visiting and Anthony left for work at 6.30am. Glad ou enjoyed the video. I am hoping to release a real time video as a bonus, it will certainly help you sleep. Dexter has been extra cute lately. He loves it when Anthony gets home from work, stay safe guys xxx

[@johnh1855]

@@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked Paul, for sure don't worry about response time! Hope you and Anthony enjoy the visit with friends and the weekend!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. The tunnel was an amazing experience but unfortunately the tunnel was not for Dexter bless him. He was so scared. I spent my entire time cuddling him. Hope you guys are good. Love to you both and Greta and Johann too 🐾 ❤️

[@juliasilkwood8162]

How exciting! I have a question. I was wondering if a sudden heavy rain storm could raise the water level in the tunnel and cause a boat to get stuck? Have a great week guys. Love your adventures and of course, Dexter!!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Julia. Oh I am not sure. Probably wouldn’t because of the length of time it takes to get through and the rise, because of the length, would need to be a significant amount of rain I guess. Glad you enjoyed take care ❤️

[@jimyoung194620]

Such a great video and lovely filming. Very hard to avoid scrapes with so many uneven parts. You did a great repair job. And lovely watching Dexter!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Robin. Howard and Paul did really well. We had an amazing experience through the tunnel. Glad you enjoyed. Take care ❤️

[@jayoneill1533]

I hope Dexter is okay after his harrowing tunnel trip. I guess you didn’t need to vacu-pack your winter jackets this year! Speaking of jackets, Paul looks very official in his Hi-Vis vest and hard hat.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Dexter was fine as soon as we were out and ice cream was on offer Jay. Lol. We didn’t need to put the jackets away lol. Who would have guessed living in the U.K. 😂. Paul did look official lol. Have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@clairehrsclairerodermawarr9186]

Thanks for sharing, really enjoyed the vlog 🙂

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Claire and thanks for watching ❤️

[@James-h3r8l]

Hi Guys....hope you're well. Wow! that was one long tunnel. I think I would have had to have walked. I would have been too claustrophobic. Poor Dexter, it makes you wonder what goes through their heads. Glad you got the damage sorted. Have a great week!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey James. It was such a great experience. Dexter hated it bless him, I had to cuddle him all the way through. I would love to know what goes through their minds too. Hope you and Max have a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@toddmetzger]

Ouch! Sorry to hear about the ribs, but glad nothing worse. I hope the remainder of this leg goes much more smoothly.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Todd. Ribs all good now thank you. It has been amazing so far and fingers crossed, uneventful. Take care heart

[@kathpitman2202]

What adventures you are having on this canal it is wonderful to follow so amazing.think it rivals the peak forest keep it coming the tunnel is a great piece of engineering

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Kath. We have said the same that we were pleasantly surprised how pretty the Huddersfield narrow was. The tunnel was amazing and hard to believe it was dug manually! Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@ericleach9854]

I pass over the Pennines almost every day of the week, not always by Standedge but I've been keeping an eye out for you, especially around the Titanic Spa Mill area. If you ever have a Tesco delivery, it could be me.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww Eric. We stopped by the Titanic Spa one day to have lunch and wait for the rain to stop. We were there again a few weeks back whilst I helped some friends from Huddersfield and they moored there. Sorry we missed you. Have a good week: take care ❤️

[@littleoldme205]

Honestly its like watching the Two Ronnies with you two, your so funny together and very entertaining, i really do love your vlogs. Its nice to see Dexter recovered from his worries in the Tunnel. Better get the tin of paint out again Paul 😂 Thanks again lads. 💙💙🐕

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you so much, that comment has really made us chuckle, glad you enjoy our vlogs. Dexter fully recovered from his ordeal in the tunnel, me too. 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you. I hope I am the short one not the fat one 😂. Dexter loved his ice cream treat after his ordeal bless him. Thanks as always for watching. Take care ❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww was lovely to meet you tonight. Thanks for taking the time to come and see us and thank you so much for our gifts. ❤️

[@littleoldme205]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Awe thank you both so much for welcoming us onboard Narrowboat Morning star, we had the best time and the gin was lovely too. You are the most lovely layed back easy going couple and Dexter is just so adorable. Enjoy the wine and chocolate and i'll try my best to get the hamper to you as promised. Big hugs to you 3. XXX

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@littleoldme205 ❤️ x

[@johnfoley865]

There was definitely a lot of water watching you from sunny Spain. They were a different breed the people who built the tunnels, and legging themselves through such long distances.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey John. Can’t even begin to imagine the conditions the workers found themselves in. It really is a marvellous feat of engineering. We had an amazing experience. Hope you are enjoying Spain and the sun. Not jealous at all 😉 . Have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@ernestwilbur188]

You are very brave....I could never do that....I got nervous just watching...much credit to you guys

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you, we were more excited than nervous but it was so worth it. Have a great weekend 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Ernest. It was an amazing experience. Thank you for watching ❤️

[@susanseller5825]

That was a bit eerie all that time in the tunnel, I would have been cuddling Dexter. But yet another great experiance to add to your list. Whats a few bumps between friends, soon be covered and no one will know they were there. Enjoy your week you three xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

aww was an amazing experience Susan. Definitely glad we did it. Hope you are good. Have a great week and take care ❤️

[@paulbeales1462]

Great video again, the tunnel is amazing, what a feat of engineering back in the 1700’s. Paul I see you managed to finish the video recording just before Antony reversed the car into the wall!! 😁 Catch you soon.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Paul. Hope you are enjoying your boat and looking forward to seeing you in person. It really was amazing and hard to believe it was dug out by hand! The car is in one piece thankfully 😂. Take care ❤️

[@janescarisbrick6986]

Wonderful how things got built. Not sure I would have wanted to have gone through that tunnel though :) x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Was a great experience Jane. Hard to believe it was all done by hand. 😳. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@fp30e]

Paul, Anthony, another excellent Vlog. Fascinating stuff going thru the Standedge Tunnel. I think I would get a bit claustrophobic myself. I liked the steady constant drone of the engine reverberating off the wall of the tunnel, which was reassuring. CRT probably let you take over as they knew it was coming up to the tricky part of the tunnel for steering (I jest). Well done Paul on the final 30 minutes in the tunnel, it must be very difficult to concentrate in that combined space. Are there any reports of anything supernatural in the tunnel? Dexter loved his Ice Cream. What a nice bus ride back to get the car. So nice to see Dexter waiting for his Dad at the end of the Vlog. Well done guys, you smashed it with this Vlog.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you so much. Thats really kind and we are glad you enjoyed the vlog. It really did take some concentration getting through that tunnel and I think the volunteers enjoy the break if you take over. No reports of any ghosts or scary goings on as far as we know. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you so much. That is really kind. Glad you enjoyed. The tunnel was an amazing experience. I can see why some people wouldn’t like it. Dexter didn’t for one bless him. Paul did very well and he did say it was hard to concentrate for that length of time. I love when Dexter comes to greet me. He is such a happy dog. Have a great week and take care ❤️

[@A-Tango]

"Maybe an ice cream". Was there any doubt? :-) Great adventure through the tunnel!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Absolutely not. Icecream always on the cards 😂. Thanks for coming along with us. Take care ❤️

[@garym518]

Looks like they have changed things at the tunnel as when we went through in 2019 they didn’t offer to steer for you,but I was happy to do so as the boat was only 40ft our new one is 60ft so may take that option when we next go that way. Great to watch from the bow.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Gary, it really does take some concentration doesn't it. I think I'm needing an eye test and maybe we wouldn't have bumped as much. Glad you enjoyed the view from the bow.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Gary. Yeah I think the Covid restrictions prevented them taking it through. Hope you enjoy going through again on your new boat. Take care ❤️

[@juliaharris8751]

Hi, gentlemen! Have to say that yours is the best filming I've seen of The Standidge. Had no idea that the tunnel widened up so much in places. Not crazy about the bricked areas. Looks like they could tumble down. Maybe a bit of tuck pointing is in order?!? For pete's sake, Paul, let the experts take the tiller! Ha! Anthony, hope you were seated safely during that last 30 minutes!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Julia, glad you enjoyed the vlog and the filming. I loved how the bow camera turned out. WE really did enjoy the tunnel and a couple of battle scars were worth it 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. I actually said to Paul I could tell when they swapped over but good on him for having a go. Glad you enjoyed the vlog. We loved the experience it was amazing. I was shocked too how it widened. Thought it would be narrow all the way through. Dexter and I watched from the safety of the bed 😂. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@pamelasmith9784]

Omg that tunnel looks well scary .I'd have stayed inside with Dexter and Anthony .Great vlog guys 💕💕💓💓👍👍

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It was a brilliant experience. Wish I had stayed inside 😁

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Pamela. You would have been more than welcome to stay inside with us. Great experience. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@annewellington3696]

Thank you you 2 for some excellent filming in the tunnel, I think Paul may need to do a Salem course so as not to damage morning star ! Lol hope your eyes recover soon Anthony, keep well both. X

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Anne. Glad you enjoyed. Paul did Ok in the tunnel. The halos are unfortunately a consequence of my surgery and will always be the case but I do now have better than 20/20 vision after years of severe shortsightedness. Hope you are good. Have a great week. ❤️

[@terrysankey8807]

A glass of port is RED!!!! Left has the same number of letters as PORT!! Take care, Terry

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Terry. We will definitely not forget that. ❤️

[@andreas4694]

Great video guys! Nevermind the scratches, those are battle-scars and should be worn with pride!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Andreas and that's a brilliant way of looking at it. Glad you enjoyed the video. Have a great week 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Andreas. We were only saying the other day that they show the wonderful places we have been and paint can be touched up. Have a great weekend. ❤️

[@elainepaterson5310]

I am not claustrophobic, but for me that tunnel would be a ‘nope’!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Funny enough, I did start thinking about the size and the depth of it and the water running through, don't think I would ever do that tunnel on my own, although it was amazing to experience 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. A lot of people have said that Elaine. It is mad to think how much earth is above you. Great experience though Elaine. ❤️

[@MOHillbilly513]

If I lived in England I would definitely have a narrow boat but I could not handle most of the tunnels or the aqueducts nice to watch other's videos about them

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Honestly they aren't that bad. I just think about the families that had to work and travel on them with no assistance from CRT and the amazing volunteers and at least we can watch KZbin and see other people travel along them to get an idea of what it's like.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jimmie. I am sure you would be fine. It is a lovely way of living. Thanks for watching. Take care ❤️

[@michaelpilling9659]

Well, that was exciting. What an incredible piece of engineering the tunnel is. A magnificent structure completely built by hand. Thank goodness for Howards help. I think if you two had taken the boat through by yourselves, the next port of call would have been Bickerstaffs for a complete repaint (only joking). Great piece of filming Paul. A very good video. Loved the bits with Dexter in at the end. Poor Anthony - I hope his damaged ribs are getting better. See you next week. In the meantime, stay safe you three.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Michael Howard was brilliant but I think he has had a lot of practice. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Michael. It really was an amazing experience. It is hard to believe, as you said, it was built by hand. What a gruelling job that would have been. Upmost respect for those people. Howard was amazing. Very grateful for his help. Aww Dexter waiting for me, always melts my heart. Ribs all good now thanks Michael. Hope you are keeping well. Take care ❤️

[@kodasx1477]

Every video another amazing adventure

[@Boating_David]

I don't I fit through there so nice to see it on videos at least 👌

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww David it was such a great experience. Hope you are keeping well. ❤️ x

[@walkingaroundthemidlands7190]

Hi guys that was an amazing and scary vlog. Well done both fantastic content. When you pointed the camera at the roof I was feeling woozy lol. Guys loving the videos very done. Hi to dexter 🐶 stay safe.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you and glad you enjoyed the vlog, I didn't just want a record of the tunnel journey and nothing else, it was amazing though. Have a great weekend 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Mat. It was a great experience despite the battle scars. I get dizzy when I look up at tall buildings. Wonder if it is a similar thing. Hope you are keeping well. Have a great week ❤️

[@terryjacksonberry4742]

I would really like to see a still photo of the inside of the tunnel, possibly one with a lot of different color bricks. That would be cool framed.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

I’m sure we could take one from the video stills 👍

[@terryjacksonberry4742]

We re currently staying in a 5th wheel while we look for a condo around Tennessee. I would love to have this in a future room once we get settled. Please consider making these for purchase.

[@heathernorris539]

Another great video, not sure I’d like to take our boat through there 🥴😘😘😘

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Heather its definitely worth it. although you can do a trip through on a boat, I think its £30 maybe travel up to Diggle and turn around. But we have loved the rivers up here and the views. Best thing yet, automated locks. 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Great experience Heather. Can see why you would be reluctant. Have a good weekend ❤️

[@jonshearing889]

Great video guys, a bit of touching up to do but hey :-). I was taught to remember the navigation lights/markers by asking the question "Is there any RED, PORT, LEFT?". I never forgot it. You should try an Aeropress for your coffee. I've got one for my campervan and it's excellent, and I'm very fussy about coffee.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jon. Thanks for the tip. Paul did a good job of the repair. I have an aeropress I use for work, agree is very good. Hope you have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@marieasweeting3369]

Loved the blog, my friends loved just off Manchester Rd at Marsden . Slaithwaite and Marsden are nice places to eat and drink

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Mariea. We loved both Marsden and Slaithwaite. We went to the Vanilla Bean cafe at Slaithwaite. Really nice. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@tirednsnarky9555]

The tunnel looks so scary, I don't think I'd dare to steer the boat by myself for 5km without my mind creeping itself out!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Paul said it was hard concentrating just for the 30 mins he did. It was amazing experience though. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@philipdoyle-allen6575]

That tunnel looked scary 😦 well done 👍 just a quick question have you had any trouble with your windows leaking . One of ours has been leaking now for nearly 7 months and now another one has started . Pauline

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Pauline thank you. We have had a leaky window ours is the one in the saloon behind the sofa. Ryan has checked it and sealed it for us, fingers crossed it should be okay. Paul x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Pauline. The tunnel was amazing. Dexter didn’t think so bless him. We actually have had a leaking window. We are hoping to get it sorted. Hope you get yours sorted too. Have you got the same type of window? ❤️

[@philipdoyle-allen6575]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 hi guys our windows are bonded privacy windows . One has been leaking for nearly 7 months now and the other just 3 months not happy should be getting them taken out . But when no one knows , hope there sorted before winter 🥶 comes .

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@philipdoyle-allen6575 hope you get sorted. Ours is the silicone seal we think.

[@philipdoyle-allen6575]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 thanks ours is the same silicone 😘

[@carolcanyoustopthemusicwhe2742]

Live and learn...you made it through.😁

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We certainly did 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

We did indeed and it really was a great experience. Take care and enjoy your week. ❤️

[@sheryld1957]

Paul, Very brave of you to take the tiller when going through that tunnel. Ouch. Anthony, hope you heal up soon.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Sheryl. Was an amazing experience. Paul did well. Ribs all healed thank you. Take care ❤️

[@sheryld1957]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Glad to hear that

[@phillipbateman2284]

A damp but interesting trip, almost like riding the ghost train at the fair, but more bangs and crashes. Anthony sitting inside looking out with halo effected vision must have really enjoyed the trip. Michael and Jo from Minimal List were seemingly more interested in the fish and chip shop in Diggle, amazing food they both raved about. You'll be days away now, so will miss out on this most outstanding delicacy. It's funny, their dog George doesn't like tunnels either. Many thanks for a brilliant vlog, take care.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Philip, glad you enjoyed the vlog. We loved the tunnel, though I do wish we had let the volunteer do the whole journey. Thanks for watching and take care 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It was a great experience and I was a bit disappointed that I couldn’t have steered but Dexter needed someone to comfort him too. We are miles from Diggle now and have started diets so probably good we are no where near the chip shop lol. Have a good week x

[@jessiahstalbird9882]

Paul & Anthony......I must say that was very interesting. When you're dealing with 17 tons of steel, and no water level visibility, the slightest move of the tiller, in such a narrow space, can be hazardous, for even the most experienced boatman. I would have been Anthony in this situation, inside and leaving it up to the professionals. Well, gentleman thanks for another interesting vlog, on the Canals of the English Waterways. Take care gentlemen, and I'll see you again next week. Respectfully Jessiah.....PS..I can imagine, being inside the boat was even more nerve-racking for you Anthony, but someone had to comfort Dexter.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jessiah. It was such an amazing experience. Bless Dexter, I had to cuddle him all the way through. Don’t know about the professionals. Lol. Howard was good 😉. It is hard to imagine it was all dig out by hand. Great piece of engineering though. Hope you have a good week and take care ❤️

[@Zolitare]

Easy way to remember Port & Starboard is count the letters Red, Port, Left have less letters than their corresponding counterparts (Green, Starboard, Right) 👍 Poor Morning Star ⭐️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Darin. Good way to remember the lights 👍. Take care ❤️

[@onefunnyoldman]

Thank you for another lovely vlog. I was feeling cluastrophobic watching you go through the tunnel, let alone go through myself! I really thought the navigation light or screwdriver was going to fall in the canal when you were re attaching it. When you explained you heard a crash and thought Anthony meant that he had fallen into the boat, i remember once hearing someone ask, "why do divers fall backwards out of the boat?" .....Because if they fell forwards they would still be in the boat! haha Best wishes :)

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Martin. Glad you enjoyed. It was such a fab experience. I can’t believe Paul put the bulbs in the wrong way round 😂 although to be fair I didn’t know they had a positive and negative terminal either. Love the river joke 😂. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@mrpatrickwilson1]

Port and left both have 4 letters and Port is red, simples. Stay safe and keep it in the middle.

[@Zyxak]

A good mnemonic to remember your navigation light colours: "There's a little red port left."

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you and we won't forget 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Zyxak. 👍

[@misamsung6191]

LOL my old flight instructor said something similar, "Who left the red port wine out" Always good to have an easy aide-mémoire

[@kawakamib003]

Paul the tunnel looked like it had some wiggle to it. I wonder were you focus your eyes to make sure your going straight. Oh BTW Dexter really loves ice cream. 😊. One more thing looks like Covid isn’t too bad in the UK. As for me we are required to wear mask inside and outside of buildings. 😢. Well glad to see you guys. Take care and see you next week.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Blake, thanks for watching , the tunnel was amazing. I was the only person on the bus and I was out of breath after running for the bus. Normally I would wear it, but you do see less and less people doing so. I still wear my mask when shopping. Hope you are keeping well, stay safe 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Blake. Paul did say it was it was a bit disorientating. Dexter loves Icecream and when we went through Stanley Ferry we pulled up to a canal side shop to get him a Doggy icecream bless him. Covid restrictions have pretty much been lifted now and mask wearing is advisable but not compulsory. To be honest, I still usually wear one in supermarkets. Fingers crossed things improve for you guys too. Take care ❤️

[@bill6461]

Well you made it through and I said not to put the paint away - just as well! You did well though Paul , not sure if I would fancy going through or not. Poor Dexter its such a long time, and luckily Anthony was with him. Good to see you all well, and you on the mend Anthony. Have a good weekend. 😉

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Bill. It was a great experience but not sure would want to go through again in our boat 😬. Bless him he didn’t like the tunnel. Hugged him all the way through. Ribs are totally mended now thank you. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@bill6461]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Good to hear. Are you not coming back to the marina the same way?

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@bill6461 no, we are heading to Leeds and then Skipton. We will eventually head through Blackburn and Burnley and through the Wigan flight. 😁

[@bill6461]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Will keep a look out for you at the top lock Wheelton / chorley area. when I know you're heading that way.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@bill6461 bare in mind our vlogs are 2 weeks behind where we are bill. Will be mid Oct ish I reckon. ❤️

[@Michael_Sheldon]

Two of my least favorite things are enclosed spaces and dark spaces, so I would have been in the cabin with Anthony and Dexter and probably on the whiskey. 🥴 This was a really interesting journey, gents. I can appreciate the thrill of it. Sending love and light from Los Angeles and a virtual chin scratch to Dexter. 🙌😘🐶

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Michael. You would have been more than welcome to join us inside. It was an amazing experience. Hope you are good over in L.A. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@mollynewman2493]

Looking forward to your Crick Upload! Did you check out Oakums while you were there? It was S_T_U_N_N_I_N_G!!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Molly. We did indeed and we loved it. Liam jokingly asked us if we wanted to swap ours for one of theirs. It was beautiful and a worthy winner. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️