Crossing The HIGHEST Canal Aqueduct In The WORLD! | Travelling WALES | Pontcysyllte Aqueduct | EP27

EPISODE 27
We FINALLY reach WALES!! 😀
Emily was NOT prepared for this...
Join us for an incredible trip over the Chirk and Pontcysyllte Aqueducts on the Llangollen Canal.
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[@kellyheywood503]

That cat the best face ever he she lovely ❤

[@thomasmackenzie7811]

You Guys are my Heroes!!!!!

[@mikethomas2138]

Closing in on 20,000 subscribers now, only 3 months later. 👏

[@nagoranerides3150]

The bit I always remember is the feeling of the trough flexing slightly if you bumped it with the boat.

[@nickpolly1527]

Absolutely fantastic. Your honest reaction to the aqueduct was fantastic. You pair have a great xmas.

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊🌟

[@chrisflint7317spiderandson]

Emily just stand up and up you well be fine and don't look down

[@kevincinnamontoast3669]

One correction I'd like to make regarding the construction of the aqueduct. It is constructed with cast iron and stone, along with magic and pixie dust. Its the pixie dust what holds it together.

[@kellyheywood503]

Beautiful rainbow guys )

[@MuddyHuddy259]

I think Benny needs his own cooking KZbin channel. I want to see how he makes his bread and all the other wonderful things that he makes that are vegan and vegetarian. I need that in my life. I also wanted to add that your videos just keep getting better and better. The marriage of Benny’s music and the scenery and everything is just so perfect. I hope you three have a wonderful holiday!

[@BenandEmily]

Thank so much! Merry Christmas! 😊

[@narrowboatersatlarge]

Fron-ker-sulth-te :) Crossing the Chirk aqueduct is slow because its so shallow unlike Standedge which is relatively deep. There is mooring along the stretch leading up to the lift bridge (just before the mini aqueduct).

[@simonuden8450]

More to the point, there is a massive flow along the Llangollen as it is a feeder for places further down the Dee valley, so you are fighting that.

[@michaelpilling9659]

Hello You Three - greetings from Poland. What a fantastic video. You've excelled yourselves this time. Huge ups and down. Poor Emily and her vertigo, very quickly followed by Bennys incredible loaf of bread. The look of utter satisfaction on Bennys face having crossed the aquaduct was a picture. As was Emilys face standing underneath the same aquaduct, looking up to where she'd just crossed over on the boat. Brilliant! Many congratulations on reaching 10,000 subscribers. To be honest, it doesn't surprise me at all. You three are incredible and bring so much fun, laughter and entertainment to your channel. You are amazing people with the most famous canal cat in the UK. A Very Merry Christmas to the three of you. See you again very soon. Stay safe please.

[@BenandEmily]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment Michael! So glad you enjoyed the vlog 😊 Have a lovely Christmas! 🌟

[@thefloatinghome17]

Glad to hear 'wade my way' in there xx

[@BenandEmily]

😊 xx

[@Alasdair54]

I know how you felt, Emily. Been across the Aqueduct on the tourist boat from Llangollen and was fine in the cabin looking out. However I tried to walk across on the walkway a day before but only managed about 5 metres - just knowing there was no guard rail at the other side of the water freeked me out totally.

[@Tony-nn3gl]

I am not surprised you reached 10,000 because you both have a relaxing, laid-back approach to boating; even when things go wrong, you always seem to see the funny side of the situation. Music is good also.

[@margaretsmith2555]

You are so funny love watching you Maggie Manchester keep safe

[@liverpudlian6205]

Looks like a great life peaceful no neighbours just 2 of you. Nice video aswell

[@johnekins4408]

Having struggled over those viaducts, we your supporters, deserve your cookbook pretty please.

[@BenandEmily]

😄❤️

[@chrisflint7317spiderandson]

Congratulations to you both

[@davidbassett4577]

I have a jigsaw puzzle of the Chirk Aqueduct & Rail bridge with barge & Steam locomotive passing each other

[@hughcrawford1978]

I can simpify with Emily and the effect heights have.

[@canalboating]

Well done Guys I was watching from behind a cushion, been over that a few times and still get cold shivers thinking about it

[@frankquevedo3453]

A Merrie Christmas?! It's January 13 2023 here Nor CA! DANG! I, we, my Lady & I had Avery lovely holiday Great video by the way!

[@Chris17198]

Hi guys .. just discovered your Channel .. from what I’ve seen your vlogs are full of drama and fun ..so subscribed .. lEmily your not alone suffering from vertigo ..my legs go like jelly too ..not to mention the dizzy head …so absolutely knew how you was feeling over the scary but magnificent aqueduct.. enough talking and time to binge watch the rest …

[@aerotro]

I am just the same with heights can't even look over a pier wall where boats come into the harbour and what's worse my inner ear balance and vertigo can make me fall over so I understand how terrifying it is!

[@paulgoodridge7957]

Great your making really interesting videos one of the best on youtube

[@paulwhite7593]

..and to the coolest cat on the canal ! ღ♥ღ¸

[@lizpegden1635]

Photos from the bottom of the aqueduct waaaay worse for me than going over. Emily you are braver than me - we have a cruise booked for September and actually dreading Chirk more than the Pontyscillt. I do not do heights but will turn my back on the unguarded side and should be ok.

[@stevecam724]

courage (noun) ..... " the ability to do something that frightens one; "

[@chrisward2954]

Just found you! Wow I'd have been on the floor with you Emily, (I should rephase that!?) that aquaduct was terrifying! Luv the vids, so peaceful and calming. You two are great and so connected. I'll be watching all the vids from now on.

[@kellyheywood503]

It is our dream to get a narrow boat I watch several videos to keep my dream alive and encouraged love nature love scenery etc sunsets all of it snow makes it harder I guess but possible I think found you on my page yesterday. Watch a few now we will get there nice vlog style 😊

[@pinkeeist]

That many subscribers should not be surprising - you two are very watchable 😃. I subscribed after only one video. Stay safe🦋

[@BenandEmily]

Wow, thank you! :)

[@themermaidtree1144]

Wow!!!! That was amazing. I love your videos, music and moody little Allen. Every time I watch, I think to myself, "What a tremendous life adventure and memory you guys are making. This is living life in the bloom of youth's prime." Blessings on your future adventures! Thanks for taking us all along! Food for thought- you have enough high quality videos to canvas boat companies to sponsor you proper boat lighting, I thinkl😉🧜

[@monicac.4028]

Merry Christmas from Maine, USA and thank you for creating this channel!! Love Benny's music by the way...very calming !! Also the bread looks delicious.....well done Alan!!

[@Daytona2]

Shiiite that was scary - I'm with you Emily. I wish I knew what causes fear of heights - if they can put men on the moon, why haven't they worked it out, and invented a pill that us sufferers can take. Hope that you all have a wonderful Christmas!

[@Crafter_Dave]

Now's a good time, to tell you, that the vast iron trough segments joints. Are sealed with flannel and tar :-D . The joints have to redone, every few years, that's when they pull the drain plug. It's amazing sight, to watch the water, running out from the bottom of the trough.

[@BenandEmily]

😬 haha! Merry Christmas! 😊

[@julieblackstock8650]

wow that was a dramatic episode

[@BenandEmily]

Thanks for watching. Merry Christmas Julie! 😊

[@propulsar]

Wow! Excellent loaf of bread.

[@applelin8257]

Happy holidays.

[@Chestnutbing]

Hello from Australia where I’ve never seen a canal or a narrow boat. I’m a recent subscriber and I’ve only been watching you for a few weeks. I hope a canal boat holiday is in my future even more so after watching this episode, my favourite yet even though I’m dreadful with heights as well Emily.

[@lw7240]

Hi guys great job of the today. I’d of been scared going over that bridge too. Horrifying if u hate heights. Bless u Emily I’m with u. Good job Ben is brave. Can I have bens recipe for sour dough please? It looks amazing xxx lisa xx ❤😘

[@guygfm4243]

Just love you two so good together

[@carolinenewsam9336]

Hi! new to your channel and love it!! my stomach went a bit funny watching you going over the aqueduct so I' not surprise you had to sit down Emily!!

[@andyc2069]

I did that same aqueduct over twenty years ago now and can still remember it like it was yesterday, it’s one of those experiences that you’ll never forget…… enjoy Christmas 🎅

[@L-I-V-I-N]

Merry Christmas Ben, Emily, and Allan… cheers from Florida Stephen and Alison

[@ruaidhrikathygill8833]

Great Vlog! The music was great especially at the end with Alan’s picture. Emily thank you for not editing, the part on you sitting on the floor, out. I see many people, including myself can totally relate. I have done the same thing on our old sail boat when things got rough….but I also sat there screaming. 😳 You were calmer than some Vloggers have been. Congratulations on 10,000 subscribers 🥳🎈🍾 Well deserved. I don’t think I will ever be able to listen to someone pronounce the name of the aqueduct without thinking of the variations the two of you came up with. Alan of course took it all in stride. Merry Christmas to both of you! 🎄🎅😊🤗 Kathy

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊 Thanks for watching 🌟

[@Red-ns9ny]

Awe ❤😘😘

[@Fuzzy9973]

Enjoy your vlogs. Merry Christmas. Looking forward to 2023. Enjoy

[@janicecameron3688]

Wow you are so brave I would hv a melt down of fear.

[@whitecompany18]

The boat would have been completely sound there overnight, I'm always fishing along that stretch day and night and nothing goes on, Llan is a lovely quiet village with a great community spirit 👍

[@joantivo8011]

Hello Ben & Emily . watching from Philippines in BILIRAN we always watch your video even my Husband he really love it he said hope he meet you in person this year .. and also me I hope next year

[@richardhill2538]

Beard’s grow fast in Wales. Have a lovely Christmas X

[@nigelmansfield3011]

Ben and Emily I live in Australia now. I used to love cruising every year in my 20's and 30's. You are my heroes.

[@atir4u]

beautiful videos, the lighting you captured perfectly.

[@iainharris6504]

Loving the Music

[@sandylerski9352]

Watching ep27. Loved your reaction to crossing the aqueduct. You were very brave well done 😂

[@rebeccadanaher1065]

Merry Christmas lovely people and of course Alan xxx

[@richcolgate8929]

Well done guys !! Love ya both ! Jay Xmas xxx

[@virginiakirkupscrolltoto7794]

Emily you have the return trip to do !

[@Pinion512]

Merry Christmas and thanks for sharing so much of your journeys with everyone. Cheers from Texas!

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊

[@gary4983]

"This has to be one of the slowest entrances to Wales that anyone has ever made!" Brilliant, Emily! Wonderful video, as always!

[@kellyheywood503]

Do you have a vlog of the whole of your boat day two finding you guys love it so far

[@hughwolfe1176]

Ok a year later, but I just discovered your channel. I’d found a photo of the aqueduct but knew nothing about it as I live in New Mexico USA… At any rate I love the narrow boats and if I lived in the UK I’d be on one full time… Thank you for sharing and I subscribed as well.

[@kellyheywood503]

Wow to the aqueduct giving me kittens think my hubby would drive there tho ( I no )

[@oneshoan]

Emily, I think of you as fearless! I’d be in the bottom of the boat, at least you stayed outside. Benny and I have the same hat, lol. Bloody cold in the USA right now and I’m wearing mine too! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

[@downhilltwofour0082]

I do remember Schwarzenegger in the log carrying scene! Thanks for the look from under the Aqueduct as well. First time for that! Merry Christmas to you both. I hope you'll do a little more music in 2023 too!

[@BenandEmily]

Hehehe! Thanks for watching 😊

[@mojoden]

Merry Grimble to the three of you from Brisbane, Oz (two expats, north and sowf).

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 🙂

[@alistairkeen5575]

Hello from Spain, have a wonderful Christ filled Christmas.

[@cababness]

Well done Emily on getting across the aquaduct, it is after all a stream in the sky! I have to applaud Benny on his amazing steering skills. He gets that boat through narrow spots and tight turns like he was born to do this!! Love you guys!

[@Rob01978]

Really enjoying your vlogs, so cool seeing you around my home village.

[@christopherchappell4738]

Discovered you guys alongside "Narrowboat pirate" when researching Llangollen canal this week (we are doing Whitchurch to Bryn Howel and back next weekend). You have made us so excited about our trip..... and slightly terrified Emily!

[@onedaymoreaboard]

We love that we are not the only members of the bad welsh pronunciation club! Love all your variations 😂. This video has to be the most honest we have seen of the aqueduct experience. We finally made it to the basin and loving it so far. Safe travels to you all and hope our paths cross again soon ❤

[@BenandEmily]

Glad to hear it, yeah it is really nice there isn't it : ) It is a hard one to pronounce, no doubt about it! Yes I'm sure we will! 😊❤️

[@ironfbody]

Have a greaat Christmas. Looking forward to your next episode already.

[@claireseyeviewonredbubble]

Froncysyllte is pronounced vron-cus-silcht-teh with a 'ch' sound in the silcht bit. I think if you had walked, towing the boat with a rope across Chirk aquaduct it would have been faster than the engine! Happy Christmas and New Year to you three.

[@weezerr2d283]

Thanks for the video…beautiful rainbow…stay warm…happy holidays!!

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊

[@edcurrie5442]

My home, beautiful area..

[@modestadventurers]

The e of you did great. Have an awesome Christmas.

[@colin125gwr]

Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year

[@daveallen63]

Here's a question, have you ever though about standing on the tow path and sticking out your thumb to try and catch a ride back to get the van? Saw the guy walking backwards as the canoes went by and it made me think of that. Safe journeys guys, have a great holiday! Edit: to be clear I meant catching a ride on another canal boat. lol

[@BenandEmily]

Great idea but unfortunately boats usually go slower than walking so it would be a long trip back 🙂 thanks for the thought though! 😊

[@daveallen63]

@@BenandEmily LOL very true.

[@stevanmoore7216]

Great video , the soundtrack , the footage , the emotion , that's why you have 10 thou subs , thankyou 👍 merry Christmas from aus

[@ofb1583]

In case no one has mentioned it, the llangollen has a river partially run through it. So as you enter Wales you are literally running against the flow.

[@Sphagnum10]

Pronunciation advice: Emily, your pronunciation of Pontcysyllte at @6:45 is very good (Ben's early attempts were funny, and although he improves a bit by @10:30, he'd do well to listen to /copy yours 🙂). Pontcysllte - Pont-cuss-ull-teh (for the 'll' sound, try forming the shape of the 'cl' sound (place tip of tongue behind front teeth, against the roof of your mouth and give a slight blow). To pronounce the name of the adjacent village of Froncysllyte (@4:40 in the video) try similar to that above, but replacing the Pont with Vron saying "Vron-cuss-ull-teh". Diolch yn fawr iawn a pob lwc (Thank you very much and good luck).

[@tanyacurtis2884]

What a marvellous adventure. Loved it.

[@alycespoto2099]

As someone who gets a little wiggy going over bridges, I can only imagine how scary that was. It was also beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@clintromine802]

Merry Christmas to all three of you🎉

[@blueboxexteriorcleaningser8014]

Your best vlog yet 🙂🙂

[@shanehumberstone5262]

Brilliant video from you two lovely oops three lovely boaters,merry Christmas and enjoy the coffees x

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas Shane! Thanks so much for the coffees 😊🌟

[@markanon5581]

Merry Christmas. Thank you and very enjoyable music too.

[@derrickfelix6206]

Very entertaining , thank you and Allan, Cheersand well desevered Merry Christmas. cheers.

[@philp2088]

What a great vlog. Have a lovely Christmas.

[@MrSaltyV-]

Merry Christmas you wonderful 3!

[@simonblackstock2123]

Have a brilliant Christmas you two, ;-) I mean 3 (Alan) Enjoy Llangollen, When we visit Llangollen we always walk the canal to the aqueduct and back, lovely place, have a guden

[@dewithistle910]

I’m completely with you on the aqueduct, Emily! I’m terrified of heights too, so would’ve been the same! 💩🚽 And there’s Benny, as cool as a cucumber! 😂 Merry Christmas to you both and little Alan! Have a wonderful one! 🤗🌻x

[@Red-ns9ny]

Thanks 🎉 such a great video 😎 loved it. Happy Christmas lovelies

[@viramati5831]

always look forward to your Friday offerings. festive cheer to you both and Alan

[@hamsteringaround2908]

Merry Christmas to the three of you, from Japan🎈

[@kellyheywood503]

I Hope i dont drive you crazy lovely boat ,wow !

[@lynnebruton3199]

Wishing you a very merry Christmas.Thank you for your amazing vlogs.🎄

[@nigelmansfield3011]

Can you imagine what it was like when they had to walk the canal boats along the ceilings of these tunnels.

[@daveleclair9201]

Chug a bug just went through there. Have fun guys

[@andrewdalzell99]

Merry Christmas to you too 😊