71. Yelvertoft to The Ashby Canal - Part Ten - Hillmorton to Braunston Top Lock

[@michaelpalmer8632]

Thanks for your video, nice to see the way you use the locks. Keep posting your travels.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

I enjoy going through locks, though they can be time consuming. Important thing is not to rush, especially when working alone. Take care.

[@jobsjobbed5125]

You have quite the most wonderful smile.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Jobs Jobbed That’s very kind of you to say so. Hope you enjoy watching.

[@SMILEVIDEOTRAINS]

nice lunchtime viewing. thank you

[@caligvla2066]

I watch your videos one by one , it’s really restful, friendship 👍

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

That's very kind of you to say. I was very pleased with the Ashby series of cruises that you're watching now. All the best Alan

[@anthonybelcher8569]

Awesome video and very interesting to watch,stay safe Alan

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Anthony, I see you're looking at last year's Ashby cruise. Cheers

[@rightsideupvt]

That first minute and a half was some superb videography!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

rightsideup Thank you very much for your kind comment. Cheers

[@AZC1949]

That wide-beam, in that section of canal, reminded me of being behind the oil barges that serviced the defunct fuel depots on the Saint Marks River near where I live in Florida. They filled the river channel until they arrived at the areas widened for the to unload. Thanks once more for a most enjoyable voyage, Alan. Cheers.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thanks Zach. That must have been troublesome coming towards them and then having to cross each other. Hope all well. Best regards. Alan

[@mattstubbington8805]

Fantastic trip, love Braunston always well kept and very pleasant there.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thanks Matt, I’m glad you enjoyed it. I always like passing through Braunston. Cheers

[@MissUnforgiven]

i have just taken over the building that used to be a chandlers at bottom lock braunston to use as my art studio? gallery, so was lovely to see it on your video. i wanted to get to see the surrounding area so hoped someone might of recorded the journey, thanks so much for your calm informative video.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Heather. I’m really pleased you found my video of interest. May I wish you well with your art studio and hope it’s a great success. Do you specialise in Canal art? Alan

[@MissUnforgiven]

My Narrowboat Venture, well as I am brand new to the cut I haven’t had opportunity to paint it yet, but I will soon change that. I usually paint peoples favourite photos. I also offer fun art workshops so hopefully next time yo7 are passing you will see me and other people outside with easels painting the inspiring view.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Heather Hindle Sounds like an exciting new beginning for you, very best of luck and I’ll look out for you next time I pass through.

[@TheBoatingAdventure]

Thanks Alan. Don't fancy manoeuvring a wide beam on that bit. Good idea by to get early starts. My boat is finished just waiting for it to be put back in the water then I can bring it back to its mooring. Take care.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Cabin Cruiser Adventure I’m pleased your boat is finished and ready for a soaking! Wide beams are difficult for all it seems to me, their owners and other boaters that come across them. Hope all goes well.

[@TheRamblingsofBry]

I love how friendly everyone is, imagine having a £ for everytime you said 'Hello' ha ha...lovely weather in this one.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

The Ramblings of Bry It was a great day for cruising and I was in no rush, so very relaxing. Most people are very friendly thankfully.

[@JCDiamond]

It's so much fun to watch vlogs of stretches of canal we've been on. That widebeam was REALLY wide! I know it's a lot more room but really, I do prefer a narrowboat.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thanks Justine, glad you like them. I quite agree, narrow is better 👍

[@ramseybarber8312]

Hi Alan you had a good selection of different types and styles of boats this trip.Cheers.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

ramsey barber There was certainly more variety, which makes it more interesting for the viewer. Thanks

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one Alan ✌️

[@ansonpotter]

Excellent.

[@jamesfagan8474]

Great video Alan chill out

[@ipb1966]

Love your videos. A quick, probably silly, question from a gongoozler. When you leave a lock, why do you have to close the gates you exit from? What difference does it make if you left it open? The only reason I can think of is in case the gates at the other end are leaking. Cheers.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

ipb1966 Thanks very much for your kind comment. Closing the gates does help preserve water. Apart from that, there’s no telling from what direction the next boat will arrive. If you arrive at a lock to go up and it’s full, you wouldn’t expect to have to close the upper gates before you can start emptying it. Hope that helps a little.

[@DaveJohns61]

Wow Alan, how did you tie off your boat on that lock landing bollard. I was trying to figure it out :-)

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Dave Johns If you mean Lock 3 the mooring line is wrapped around a few times, then an under loop made and slipped over the top. It might be like a clove hitch.

[@DaveJohns61]

@@MyNarrowboatVenture Yes, that's the one. Thanks. will have to try that one.

[@RedfoxCGLM]

greetings!!! what is the story with private and public and commercial and council moorings?

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Greg. That's a massive question and no doubt, books have been written on the answer. In simple terms, the Canal and River Trust have the main responsibility for canals. On the towpath side, you can moor anywhere subject to whatever restrictions may be shown. The non towpath side is private and mooring is not allowed. Private owners adjoining the canal can get planning permission for private moorings and these will often have some garden as well. There is no overall policy on giving permission. Commercial and Council moorings would be private in that respect. That's brief but hopefully helpful. All the best Alan

[@RedfoxCGLM]

Hi Alan....it was a good answer. The towpath is the key isn’t it. Hope all is well with you and your family...they are wanting to put us back into lockdown again over here in Aus. I long for the spinneys and meadows and the wandering paths of England. I’m concerned now that I can’t get back. I’m thinking of getting a Brit passport...that would help!!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

@@RedfoxCGLM That's right about the towpath. My family are keeping very well thank you, hope you and yours are. Go for it, you must try for a passport if that's what you want, cheers.

[@starwater9828]

A Virgin train 0:46 - Does it count as a heritage train, now that Virgin Trains has lost it's franchise?! 🚂 ☁️

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

No doubt it will be re-branded to another operating company!

[@morrislouiseeagle7161]

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