269. Steam narrowboat on the British canals

[@MonicaandMervyn]

What a character Katherine is, and very knowledgeable about her unique craft. Dedicated too. Long may her and her family cruise and care for this wonderful machine. Absolutely charming.

[@oceana9294]

You said it just right! Thanks, and thank you to Cruising the Cut for producing this interesting video.

[@ronnronn55]

Gotta love her!

[@JK360noscope]

Haha anyone owning a boat ends up having to refinish every inch. You'll know every damn thing

[@williamtacey7770]

The barge look like Ragdolls boat we’ll remembered him on children’s old VHS

[@pswanberg1]

Doesn't matter the subject, passionate people make the best interviews.

[@tobyCornish]

That was an extremely well-produced video, and Katherine is a gem!

[@GugsGunny]

I like how Katherine described how the steam engine works, so knowledgable and enthusiastic. She sounds like someone I want to learn steam power from.

[@RickMunday]

I don't know why, but seeing a steam powered narrow boat just made me smile from ear to ear! This totally made my day.

[@chrisdaniel1339]

I love how quiet steam is. Wonderful boat

[@craigw.scribner6490]

I enjoyed every second of Katherine's dissertation on steam engine narrow-boating. She's great! Thanks, David, for sharing her with all of us!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Cheers

[@paulgar8]

Thank you for introducing us to Katherine Hutchinson, she seems wonderful. Also, I am a Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer here in the States and she (and you) gave a great entry-level explanation of how her steam engine worked. Long may the Emily Anne (and Katherine) sail.

[@veronicaroach3667]

Tickled me when she said 'you only have to pay attention to it about every 5 minutes' - OMG that means you cannot leave it to sit down with a cup of tea, or 'heavens to Betsy' doze off for even a second ! Altho maybe you would get woken up by severe venting whistles if you did that. Sounds horribly dangerous to me ! I love the sounds tho - reminded me of my childhood days in West London sitting on top of our shed watching the steam trains go by on their way to Scotland, and shunting the wagons in the big railyard nearby (late 1940's !).

[@andyrbush]

Worked with steam al my life, yes a great explanation. Retired Mech Eng.

[@allangibson2408]

@@veronicaroach3667 A cup of tea would be entirely appropriate with a small boiler… You just don’t leave an attended boiler like this unattended.

[@dhutch2000]

​​@@veronicaroach3667it certainly takes up plenty of your time and attention, however there is always plenty of time for a cup of tea!! And cake, if your lucky. The control and safety systems are very robust so you don't need to worry, just keep a good eye on balancing steam production and consumption.

[@Bjornontour]

This remarkable lady reminds me so much of my mum.So interested in the usually male department of things.

[@martykitson3442]

This is the kind of content that got me interested in narrow boats

[@dhutch2000]

There are two steam narrowboats currently for sale if you are interested! Tixal and Adamant.

[@BlueShankPEI]

Great video! And that lady certainly is knowlegable and charming, what a great guest and an interesting boat.

[@hanshendriksen72]

I feel the strong need to turn that engine noise in the beginning into something musical. What a groove! Many thanks David, and so well timed. I was just having tea and sandwiches.

[@SamSitar]

your should do that.

[@Falcrist]

Never mind turning it into a song. I'd love to get an hour recording of that lovely sound.

[@keykeypr8292]

Yes! That opening couple of seconds was absolutely ear candy!

[@andyrbush]

Keith Moon came to mind when I heard that beat.

[@spikespa5208]

Make a great ring tone

[@kathyowens9901]

So glad you were there to get a chance to do this interview

[@richardzehrung9776]

As a retired Naval Steam Engineer I approve of this boat!

[@alanbrown9178]

As a long-retired steam marine engineer, I can well understand this lady's pleasure. :-)

[@theblackbear211]

Retired Marine Steam Engineer here. Lovely boat and a fine crew. A well-loved Vessel. Listening to Katherine did my heart good.

[@geordieal]

The rhythm of that engine is glorious! I felt like Tyres from Spaced….as soon as that rhythm kicked in my head was nodding and my hands were pumping the air!

[@WesleyHarcourtSTEAMandMORE]

Thrilled to see a steam narrowboat featured. Thank you!

[@markattardo]

I always felt steam power was cool. Intriguing boat!

[@oldmanhuppiedos]

Wonderful to see a working A steam-driven narrowboat.

[@parapilot09]

Loved the enthusiasm of this woman as well as her 'Britishness' ❤️

[@lotharschiese8559]

Most delightful! Fiddling with things

[@finscreenname]

There is also the attention that comes with a boat like that. Be ready for questions and people wanting to look.

[@XxDirtyXxXSanchezxX]

That’s the most relaxing engine sound I have ever heard, just like a ticking clock. Would be awesome to live there.

[@christinae30]

Interesting! And the best is all the "steam sounds"!

[@patriley9449]

What a lovely lady. She is a gem. As she said, it is only for those who like fiddling with things. I am glad that there are some people left who like to do such things.

[@bb-ballistics1706]

That steam engine knocks out one sick dubstep beat

[@grayfool]

What a great thing. If Fred Dibnah had a narrowboat, this would have been it. Katherine is wonderful too. Excellent video, thanks so much.

[@rosssharp9988]

What a joy Emily Anne is ! I am sure that Richard Trevithick would be delighted with this lovely craft. Congratulations on another 'Grand Day Out' on the canal.

[@donneal1352]

Love the old steamer. Thank you for your time.

[@dhutch2000]

Less of the old.... New in 1991!

[@myhillslife27]

Absolutely LOVE HER! I like to fiddle and have things to do.. I like both relaxing with a G&T and fiddle ahaha

[@krzysztofgoscinski7244]

I love her enthusiasm and charming smile! 😍

[@garyneilson1833]

I have to admit I could listen to the noises from a steam engine all day, they are so relaxing

[@pitsnipe5559]

Oh, how I loved this video. That lady is a real, true, Pit Snipe. She knows how to steam!

[@JeghedderThomas]

What a delicious sound that engine makes.

[@adamnorris8006]

What a delightful video. She makes steam power seem so romantic:)

[@kevinmartin3859]

Brilliant video David a very descriptive talk fron the owner Elizabeth a very proud woman of her heritage and Emilia

[@terrystephens1102]

Very interesting, thanks David. 😁👌❤️❤️

[@chrishalstead4405]

This was just delightful! 😊😊😊

[@andrewbullock5101]

wow seen that boat on the caldon canal moored up in 2018 what a fine boat she is didnt know it was steam powered wish i could have seen it going

[@dhutch2000]

We will be at Steam@theLift again this year. 11-12th May.

[@boele0707]

no idea why the algorithm showed me this, but LOOOOOOOOVED IT!! This is so beautiful.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Cheers 👍😀

[@dhutch2000]

Like and subscribe..... 😂

[@tedslaughter169]

Delights the heart👍

[@shirleylynch7529]

What a clever knowledgeable lady. Hard work. What an interesting film. Thank you. We live and learn.

[@nrdas8912]

Well, I learned something today. Thank you! That was a good video.

[@kleincamper]

Although I am very much in favor of modern technology, It is hard to resist the charm of this beautiful machine.

[@brianjrichman]

"There's always something to fiddle with on Emily Anne." That closing line could have come directly from my English schoolboy days, or even from the bar at Uni in the early 1970's. Oh we were a terrible lot back then. And then we have YOU young David for the inclusion of such innuendo in one of your videos. Secrets of the "cut", eh?

[@carbonnieferrous2689]

You beat me to it BR. I spat out my Henry Westons Vintage Cider following that remark. Having said that I found the video fascinating having worked on steam boilers for many years.

[@rainbirdknits8716]

My immature brain immediately screamed Thats what she sai.... Oh wait not appropriate 😂😂

[@ianmyhill5156]

Carry On Up The Cut? .... Ooh Matron!

[@MrSheckstr]

As a family project my grandfather and his many sons (including my father) built a steam powered “land train” they would take out on small community parades and festivals with a steam powered kettle corn making caboose to hand our hot bags of the sweet treat as they went past ….. THIS brings back memories of that

[@davehollingworth5537]

She's a marvel. And here I refer to both Katherine and Emily Anne! Great vlog, thank you

[@Galerak1]

I thought you had a new opening jingle then realised it was the sound of the engine. I could listen to that all day 🙂

[@alanjackson4646]

More of a vocation than a vacation. Looks like a labour of love. Great vlog, many thanks.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Amazing 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@txfotog]

Another awesome, informational video. Thanks!

[@lars1701again]

I miss your old boat lol Sorry another great video :)

[@jamessmith6402]

Super interesting video 👍 thanks David

[@danieltaylor5231]

A really lovely video David! It sounded like she watched your channel when she made that G&T comment.

[@patriciaa3462]

Loved how she described who that type of boat would suit and not suit. 🙂

[@danknox9986]

Enjoyed that. Thank you.

[@WilliamCooper2005]

Very knowledgable owner, and interesting boat. Fred Dibnah would approve!

[@digofthedump]

shows the value of taking your time too complete a journey and enjoy the task...slower travel is better for the mind.gl

[@rubenskiii]

I consider your channel to be one of the most British channels(Or should it be "English Channel"? ;-) on KZbin but this has to come in the top 3 of most British video's on this channel!

[@grayeagleswolves]

That was amazing David thank you sir for filming

[@liamh9814]

Sounds wonderful.

[@SpottoBotto]

What's more British than a steam driven canal boat - one wearing a top hat 🎩 🇬🇧

[@randyw2539]

I'm glad there are people out there keeping the old ways alive for future generations, even if it's much more work than turning over an ingnition switch. The ones still using real horsepower, steam, and the classic engine boats, my hat's off to them. A well spoken, knowlegable lady, you can tell she loves what she's doing on the canal. And it sounds very much like a family project. Again, thank you for another docu-vlog well worth watching.

[@pvskrao]

Old is gold

[@andycig2993]

Very interesting. I never gave steam a thought for a narrow boat. But I saw one powered by a bicycle. lol On Holly the Cafe Boat. Thank You, David.

[@robertkirby3158]

Love Katherine's presentation, even cross skating over railway locomotives horizontal cylinders as opposed to this boats vertical cylinders and the rigid piston rod on one side that is the cause of the reduced piston area only made her sound more practical and highlighted the clarity of every word she said. A perfect lady to be the subject of a Cruising the Cut video. Sorry did I mean Emily or Katherine? Both of course.

[@RebaKennedy]

What a lovely video -- I love that chugga-chugga sound ... and how Katherine explained everything. You do such good work, David. Thank you!

[@Consequator]

Neat, that steam engine is actually producing quite some power going by how much water flow there was behind the boat.

[@Nicko30able]

what a lovely and knowledgeable young lady Ms. Katherine is! Well done!

[@shieldaigbencher]

Fabulous. Thank you for making this.

[@stevegoodier1241]

The couple that run this boat were lovely, had a rite long chit chat with them that weekend at Anderton. I watched them departing from that pontoon on the Weaver (looked a handfull to turn around) being held by ropes and turning to go back to the lift.

[@rd4660]

Elderly?????

[@2cvsrule]

They aren’t that old…..! 😂

[@davidpratthk]

Having cut my engineering teeth on steam machinery and qualified to take a whole ships steam machinery to sea, from cold to turning main engines, in the Royal Navy, It was fantastic to hear this lady talk. A really "steamy". She knows her stuff, no doubt. Great video........... again. BUT, you should really still be living onboard and not in barracks ashore, matey. Come away from the dark side David. :)

[@fergusontea]

The beauty of a steam engine is that it doesn't care what you use to boil the water, so long as there is steam.

[@misamsung6191]

There is just something about the sound of a steam powered engine that will always bring a smile to my face. We've had some steam fairs where I live and I've always enjoyed seeing the various engines at work. Thanks for the video David and thanks to Katherine for keeping the boat alive and presenting it.

[@stevehhadley]

Very Very Cool! Loved it David! As always Greetings from Hawaii!

[@malcolmrichardson3881]

A wonderful portrait of unique narrowboat, Emily Ann, and Katherine, its very knowledgeable owner. Wonderful video.

[@DougPalumbo]

What a lovely lady! Her passion and involvement with her boat is inspiring! Great video!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you

[@aussiewatchman8112]

Absolutely fanbloodytastic - thank you so much for sharing

[@Kb-cz9ch]

If you still had your boat I'd be yelling convert convert CONVERT!!! steaming vid as ever keep it up

[@debbiegardner8317]

Thanks David for a smashing vlog again, what a wonderful lady and a lovely boat.

[@WickedTRX]

Thank you, to you and to Katherine, this one had me smiling all the way through!

[@CruisingTheCut]

😀👍

[@oldsmokeeater7075]

Katherine is soo up beat and comes across so genuine and enthusiastic it's compelling not to miss any part of the story. she is an exceptional Lady! Thank You "Youngman" for filming this and sharing it.

[@zapfanzapfan]

I like things electrified and convenient, turn the key and go or flip a switch and something is on, but there is something romantic and hypnotic about a steam engine. Wonderful reporting!

[@quarlow1215]

That's so cool. Steam has intrigued me for years but I didn't have time to get into it and now my health keeps me from affording do build things. But I have a whistle from a very old steam tug here in Vancouver Canada that I'd like to build a little steam generator to blow the whistle. I have it hooked to air but it just doesn't sound the same.

[@aghauler1964]

Simply brilliant, going to watch repeatedly to gather all her knowledge. Thank you David.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jackpoirier5023]

Great video David. Well done once again. And greetings from Boston.

[@jeremyshepard8241]

Thank you so much for the informative and entertaining video. My life has been mixed-up with steam power (and boating) for more than 50 years and I am content to say that Ms. Katherine is an excellent narrator on the subject..

[@nigelw512]

What a fantastic video and so informative. I could listen to that steam engine all day and Katherine great interview

[@wilfredprins9718]

The engine sound in the intro, almost a dance music beat

[@Starboatbuilder]

Hi I like this story. Keep up the reporting of the by-gone events - Perfect, a true interest.

[@dennis3353]

I really, really enjoyed this. Thank you, and blessings to Katherine.

[@generaladmi]

What a wonderful report. Thank you very much for presenting it to us. Could we see more steam narrowboat in the future?

[@CruisingTheCut]

I doubt it, too much effort for most folk

[@courierdog1941]

David, you always bring something new to the Channel, This was just an excellent VLOG with just enough to wet the appetite to those interested and sufficient to interest the casual viewer. Cheers

[@iamsteviedee]

You’re doing so much for the canal showing these slice of life stories so thank you. I do love the sound of the honk it makes, same as a train!

[@christinegibbins6105]

Thank you David, what a delight, just love Emily Anne and her skipper.

[@Number26ami]

Nice one, Cyril!

[@colinhinsley9388]

Fantastic stuff. A steam powered narrowboat. I love it. I did a lot of training and many shifts on steam powered ships. Katherine obviously knows her stuff. Thanks for highlighting her boat.

[@simonwalton9533]

Possibly the best video yet. Can we please have an extended cut of just the wonderful sound of that engine!

[@NorthernNarrowboaters]

Katherine is superb!

[@PresidentSquigglyMiggly]

That steam engine makes such a reassuring and calming sound. Imagine being able to fall asleep to that