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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[@lisaanne8459]

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! 😊

[@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! 🌟

[@nickpolly1527]

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

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊🌟

[@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.

[@kellyheywood503]

That cat the best face ever he she lovely ❤

[@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.

[@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!!

[@thomasmackenzie7811]

You Guys are my Heroes!!!!!

[@marylind1144]

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😉🧜

[@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 🎅

[@nb.silverfern1]

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.

[@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 🌟

[@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! 😊❤️

[@thefloatinghome17]

Glad to hear 'wade my way' in there xx

[@BenandEmily]

😊 xx

[@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.

[@gary4983]

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

[@paulwhite7593]

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

[@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! :)

[@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.

[@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 👍

[@chrisflint7317spiderandson]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 …

[@margaretsmith2555]

You are so funny love watching you Maggie Manchester keep safe

[@kellyheywood503]

Beautiful rainbow guys )

[@DownieLive]

So happy to see you 3 enjoyed the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct! What a canal marvel!

[@BenandEmily]

Thanks for watching 😊 We just watched your series of boating videos! Brilliant 🌟 yeah it's a bit mad up there ey! Have a good Christmas 😊

[@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.

[@liverpudlian6205]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@Pinion512]

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

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊

[@johnekins4408]

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

[@BenandEmily]

😄❤️

[@tangs167]

Best wishes to the three of you, well done for getting over your fears, congrats on 10 000, hope the icy weather wasn't too bad for you.

[@SATORI--uf1ch]

I just love watching you guys on your journey through life on your boat. Great upload as always and Benny's music accompanying is ethereal.. dreamy.. transcending.. folky delight to the ears. Have a wonderful Christmas guys.. all the best! ✌❤

[@fuxkthetories]

Massive congrats on 10k. You deserve it for your excellent content. Happy hols you three :)

[@sonbob7745]

Happy New Year glad to hear that there are more vlogs to come, Benny you are well layer back

[@wandabond4768]

Happy Christmas you two lovely people! Looking forward to more of your adventures.

[@john3Lee]

And merry Christmas to you too !! Another great episode full of fun !!

[@susanross5765]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎉 Ben, Emily and Alan. I wish you all the best of luck for 2023! Your vlogs are wonderful 😊

[@chromebluewing]

Thanks for the videos. It’s been great to watch your meanderings. Merry Christmas to the three of you and safe boating through next year.

[@marcovantol9208]

What a great episode!!! Thanks !! And ofcourse a merry Christmas to you and a healthy 2023.

[@paulduncan4892]

Love these videos. I like the uncomplicated style and down to earth presenting.

[@vanessadaniels400]

Brilliant as always. You are both so fabulous to watch x

[@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 😊

[@timothycorby7659]

Thank you for an interesting vlog, Ben and Emily enjoy your Christmas and New year too. xx

[@viramati5831]

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

[@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.

[@apachenoise54]

We love watching your videos, thank you for putting them on KZbin. We hope hope you have very Merry Christmas and a Great New Year. Best Wishes from Dale and Kathleen x

[@judyselway3556]

Brilliant video! You three are magical to watch. So glad I discovered your channel. Have a fabulous Christmas xx

[@veesimmons2464]

Happy Christmas! That was a great vlog. I loved the unplanned, unexpected everything about it.

[@mikethomas2138]

I have just watched this one again, it was even better, I’ve seen several vlogs of the aqueduct, and that’s the best, the walk down to the river really gives the viewer the scale of it, but they way you both react so differently to the crossing is great.

[@paulgoodridge7957]

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

[@juliaarnold890]

Loved this weeks journey, put it into perspective when you walked underneath, WoW what a building achievement. Merry Christmas too you all ❤

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Awesome vlog. And wow what a cruise ! Wishing you a very merry Christmas too. Have a fabulous time.

[@rowancrafts]

Happy Christmas to you, looking forward to next year's travels.

[@martynnicolle3937]

Well done guys love it have a good xmas

[@belladrayven]

This was an excellent video!! Loved it!! 😍💕

[@malcolmrowe1794]

Brilliant video as always. Merry Christmas to you both, take good care of Alan. Looking g forward to next year's adventures.

[@hughcrawford1978]

I can simpify with Emily and the effect heights have.

[@Ken-dr9gu]

Well done Guys. Great Video that shows not everything goes to plan. Have a very Happy Christmas and take care.🥰👍🐱

[@andrewdalzell99]

Merry Christmas to you too 😊

[@lynnebruton3199]

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

[@theonetempus]

That was a delightful trek you had under the Aqueduct, thank you for taking us along with you... I'm in Canada, and have wanted to see it for decades... You were very brave in your crossing.

[@jimmyoche2001]

Best vid yet. All the best you three, Happy Christmas

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

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

[@RetireMentalityChallenged]

Merry Christmas, superior solstice and novel new year to you!

[@Boatlife1964]

Felt your anxiety building up there as you approached the aqueduct…well done both of you. It’s so impressive looking at it from below….you really get a sense of the scale and majesty of it….boy could we build stuff back then. Merry Christmas to you two…and Alan xx

[@applelin8257]

Happy holidays.

[@paulstephenson5220]

Your best video ever and the best canally video ive ever watched. Brought so many smiles on, thank you. Merry christmas to you both,,,, and Alan.

[@1950PeeJay]

Well done on your subscribers, so well deserved you are just so natural and tell it like it is. Emily I would have been quivering on the floor with you as you went over over the aqueduct.. Benny the crunch as you both bit in to your bread said it all, delicious. Have a fabulous Christmas and very best wishes for 2023.

[@Red-ns9ny]

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

[@clairehoneywell1471]

I absolutely love you two, you’re so funny. Merry Christmas and have a great New Year.

[@philp2088]

What a great vlog. Have a lovely Christmas.

[@derrickfelix6206]

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

[@hughcrawford1978]

Another great video from a captivating team. Thanks for sharing the experience. Have a rewarding holiday experience.

[@richcolgate8929]

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

[@tanyacurtis2884]

What a marvellous adventure. Loved it.

[@morgidvmw0mdv]

Merry Christmas to the three of you, and here's to your next 10,000 Subscribers.

[@elizabethramsay2564]

Absolutely love following your journey. Thanks for sharing the scary moments too. Have a lovely Christmas and stay safe out there. Look forward to the next video.

[@wharfedalehome]

Ben, Emily & Allan - Happy Christmas to all three of you. I've watched every video you've lovingly crafted from the beginning, and enjoyed them all too. Thank you - Tim x

[@clintromine802]

Merry Christmas to all three of you🎉

[@anniemac3075]

Aaaargh, that drop!! I feel for you Emily, I'd have been flat on my face on the floor inside the boat if it had been me. Thank you for the video, have a lovely Christmas all three of you. 🎄😸🎅⛄🌲

[@gloriawaters1455]

I'm with you Emily I can't take on any heights so glad you are ok, want to wish you and Benny a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year for 2023 stay well and safe and thankyou for sharing your vlogs I truly have enjoyed your journey 🎄🎄🍾❤

[@ianwalker4803]

Excellent episode, love you both

[@johnglenwright1253]

Just started watching a few of your escapades and I am very envious of your way of life keep up the good work guys...

[@Rich-le6ud]

Another great video, happy Christmas from us both. We love your videos and have now caught up with them all! The music is great and we hope to catch Benny live soon. Rich and Julie.

[@fortnightlygardenmaintenan8987]

Brilliant 🙀love it looking forward to the next episode already 😂 have a nice xmas you both 🎅🏽

[@MrSaltyV-]

Merry Christmas you wonderful 3!

[@Tony-nn3gl]

Nice one, guys; merry Christmas to you both. Stay safe and be lucky.

[@ifadams2908]

I do so enjoy your vlogs so please keep them coming x Wishing you both and Alan of course, a wonderful Christmas and New Year xx

[@BenandEmily]

Merry Christmas! 😊

[@paulfisher2038]

Another great video.. Merry Christmas..

[@chriswilman3834]

Can't stop watching these 2 over the Christmas period I've had to subscribe and I've nearly watched all your post now can't wait for more keep up the good work thanks guys 👍

[@pilpelet100]

Congratulations on getting to the 10k subscribers. Have a wonderful day and a happy and healthy 2023.

[@deliaholliday5280]

Happy Christmas to you both see you both soon

[@jimfields3351]

Merry Christmas bold explores.

[@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 ❤😘