73. Yelvertoft to The Ashby Canal - Final Part Twelve - Near Watford Locks to Yelvertoft

[@AZC1949]

I believe you are the first blogger I have watched that showed the journey from Watford Top Lock to Yelvertoft in relative completeness. Thank you Alan! My best, as ever, Zach.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Zach, being the final stretch of my journey I just had to film it more thoroughly than before and what a glorious day it was. Take care. Best wishes Alan

[@APRAPR-nq2wn]

final chapter and the journey ends , sad in many ways but it's been so fun to follow along with you from here in Ohio , great stuff Alan

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

17APR69 16APR71 Thanks very much I’m really glad you’ve enjoyed the series. There are other videos in the pipeline so please do keep a lookout. Best wishes Alan

[@Innerspace100]

Have watched all twelve parts of this, and it's been great. Please make more:)

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Innerspace100 Many thanks I’m really glad you’ve enjoyed watching. There are various videos coming along, so please keep an eye out. Cheers

[@Innerspace100]

@@MyNarrowboatVenture I most definately will, Alan. It's been a while since I subscribed to your channel, and I've enjoyed everything I've seen so far. Looking forward to the next video:)

[@KeithGordon]

Superb series, thank you for taking us with you. Looking forward to the next cruise. You're never at home!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Keith, your comment is much appreciated. I’m in the Marina more than you realise. A variety of videos to come including cruising and work on the boat. Cheers

[@sallyu1]

Well done Alan. I'm glad you enjoyed your trip. It's good to see landmarks that we saw on our journeys in the past.

[@spencerwilton5831]

I'm living vicariously through your videos at the moment! After years of stress, noise, crowds and commutes in London we will be moving onto the water and buying a little bolthole in the country to hopefully keep us in diesel and gin. Until everything slots into place I watch your videos whenever I feel it's all too stressful- I find them instantly relaxing! They should be available on the NHS.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Spencer. I’m so pleased you find my videos restful. I was lucky enough to get early retirement last year, which reduced my stress levels and BP significantly. I wish you well with your plans and hope these come together for you, sooner than expected. Best wishes Alan

[@BeveledGlass]

Many folks post about times on the cut but none do it with such a big smile. You seem to really be enjoying it. Good job.

[@nigelcrisp68]

I agree, it's the smile, the scenery, the optimism & the feeling of happiness that Alan projects.

[@rightsideupvt]

I enjoy your canal perspective and how your movies are from the boat! It's nice to see the towns and such but the real reason I watch this canal boat youtubes stuff is the actual navigating and boat driving.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

rightsideup Many thanks, glad you like the boating videos. I have also done some painting videos and other mainly boat related vids. Cheers

[@maureenbyrne6278]

Cheers enjoyed u journey. Keep cruising and keep safe. M

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Maureen, very nice of you to say so.

[@alwaysinsideout]

Like all your videos, it was excellent and relaxing. Always look forward to the next one. Thank you.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

optic-craft 202 Many thanks. There will be a variety of videos coming up including cruising and working on the boat. Cheers

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one Alan I well enjoyed watching the vlogs thanks ✌️

[@gazgazmag4729]

Thank you Alan for taking us along with you on your trip!!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Gaz GazMag My pleasure, as always. Cheers

[@leerobinson340]

Thank you for producing your video logs I have thoroughly enjoyed every single one. I started watching when confined to my bed through illness and they kept me going. Recovering now and still enjoying the weekly films. Thank you.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Lee for your very kind and gratifying remark, I’m so pleased watching my videos has helped your recovery. I hope you’ll soon be fully recovered. Cheers

[@tomtilley3162]

love your video's high five from skegness

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Tom, I’m glad you’ve enjoyed watching.

[@brianrees3697]

Lovely series Dave as you may remember I followd your same journey may do it again next year

[@robelliott8061]

Thanks for sharing your journeys,look forward to more,take care Alan.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Robert. There are a number of videos in the pipeline but I have a lot of editing to do. Best wishes Alan

[@nigelcrisp68]

Thanks Alan, I really enjoyed your Ashby Canal voyage & will enjoy your next exploits.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Nigel, I’ve got a number of videos to prepare, some cruising some working on the boat. Cheers

[@johnneal7832]

I must say iv really enjoyed watching this trip Alan, here's to many, many more, I have noticed how much you have took to the life on the boat, you seem to be having the time of your life now, all the best mate👍👍

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thank you very much John, I do really enjoy being out on the boat but still spend too much time in the Marina. More cruise videos to come.

[@johnneal7832]

@@MyNarrowboatVenture Im glad to hear your enjoying the life Alan.Im hoping to get a little boat for next year to spend the summers on,it wont be a narrowboat unfortunately,hopefully a 30ft grp one that i can use on the canals though.I just missed a Creighton 32 about 6 weeks ago for 10,but it looked like it would have done,allthough somebody mentioned a Nauticus as they have a rear steering position and are supposed to be easier to get on and off in locks etc than the centre cockpit ones

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi John I wish you well in your search and hope you soon find what you’re looking for and then have great fun with it next year. Best wishes Alan

[@susanmartin1779]

Thank you Alan, we’ve really enjoyed your cruise on the Ashby, looking forward to your next trip 🙂

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thanks very much Susan. There will be a variety of videos coming up including cruising and work on the boat.

[@susanmartin1779]

Looking forward to it 😊

[@lewisgardner1660]

Thank you Allan for taking the time to make the video, are we to expect any more long trips this year? What was making the revs go up and down?

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Lewis. Many thanks for your kind comment. There is a variety of videos to come including some short cruises and some working on the boat ones. I have a lot of editing to do. The revs were dropping because of the position of the Morse lever. It’s not a problem. Cheers

[@janeabbotts]

Thank you. I really enjoyed your journey. The marina looks really peaceful.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Jane. I find the Marina idyllic, it’s away from the road and unlike many, has no railway passing by, so you’re right, it is very peaceful.

[@osborn93]

Very much enjoyed your extended trip. Hope you enjoy a good rest, looking forward to your next trip.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thanks very much Paul, your comment is much appreciated.

[@mattstubbington8805]

Proper job!! 👍👍👍

[@prevvies1743]

Thanks for your great vlogs we have done the ashby some times nice to see it again Thanks again Roger Dover Kent

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Shelley Prevett Many thanks, I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the Ashby videos, I really enjoyed the trip and much appreciate your comment.

[@stevehoare6378]

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed watching your vlogs Alan, really enjoyed them. You have a very relaxed and warming style that makes for very pleasant viewing.i have to say that as the world’s most vehement “tunnel haters”...we always to try and go through the longer tunnels at the crack of dawn, when hopefully everyone else is still tucked up in bed. Through the tunnel and then moor up for a nice cooked breakfast..! Saves the nasty exchanges with the tunnel walls that you describe...although it does necessitate some careful journey scheduling. Look forward to seeing you again soon. 🍷🍷

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Steve your comment is much appreciated. What you suggest about going through tunnels makes very good sense. The most boats I’ve passed in a tunnel was six in Crick Tunnel. I have a variety of videos in preparation. Cheers

[@stevehoare6378]

I met 3 or 4 coming the other way the first time we went through Braunston... never again..🍷🍷

[@qashqai88]

Your videos are so relaxing to view Alan. Really enjoy watching all of them. In fact I have been so impressed I am seriously looking into the prospect of buying a narrowboat next year. Happy Cruising...!!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thanks very much Ian. That’s a big step to take from watching my videos. It does need a lot of thought, as some people just don’t take to it. If you’ve not done it before, I suggest you hire initially and see how you get on. That’s what I did. Cheers

[@qashqai88]

@@MyNarrowboatVenture Many thanks for the reply to my comment. Just to let you know Alan. My brother inlaw has been travelling the waterways for many years now and as he is a qualified carpenter he has fitted out his last two narrowboats himself. We have been around with him and his wife quite often over the years, mostly in the Cheshire and Staffordshire area. Never had the chance to own a boat before because my job took me all around the country. So due to early retirement all things are now possible. P.S. If you see a boat called "Serendippity" on your travels it maybe my brother inlaw Lol. Cheers.... !!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Ian. You know more about boats than I do. I bought mine on early retirement. As for the boat name, I’ve seen quite a few, in fact there’s one moored not far from me on the canal. I hope all goes well for you. Take care

[@morrislouiseeagle7161]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us ❤️👏😁xx

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Morrislouise Eagle My pleasure, glad you enjoy watching.

[@traffordsfinest1137]

Another great video. I know the tunnel was wide enough for two boats, but you would have thought they may have waited for you to exit as you were almost exiting. Some people are in too much of a rush. Slow down people. :-(

[@spencerwilton5831]

Traffords Finest maybe, but by the time he had exited another may have entered, or someone come up behind. It's a two way tunnel so it makes sense to keep moving.

[@Dubsyolla]

Thankyou for the trip, loved it..

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Many thanks Dave, glad you enjoyed it.

[@colmone5592]

Great video as always.

[@tats4ever]

I really enjoy your videos. The scenery is so beautiful. ⚓️

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Missy E Thank you very much I’m glad you enjoy them.

[@TheBoatingAdventure]

Braver man than me I wouldn't like to have to pass another boat in a tunnel. Great video again. Looking forward to your next trip. Having got my boat back I can't get out the marina as the river is now in flood at the marina entrance. Cheers Alan.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Cabin Cruiser Adventure Many thanks, hope the water soon subsides and you can get out. The most boats I’ve passed in Crick Tunnel is six!

[@ohwell2790]

This was a lot of fun to be with you on your trip. Thank you!

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Oh well My pleasure glad you enjoyed the journey.

[@keithclark1068]

Love your videos keep it up

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Thank you so much Keith, all the best.

[@anthonybelcher8569]

Awesome video

[@DaveJohns61]

Another great vlog Alan. Was that a fishing magnet hanging from the bridge at 09:30? (The bridge just before Crick marina)

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Dave, many thanks. I can see what you mean but I’m fairly certain it’s an old light fitting, in what now seems an unusual place.

[@DaveJohns61]

@@MyNarrowboatVenture Looking at it again, I think you're right. It hangs down below the bridge number, so the bracket or fixing must have have corroded and broken some time ago. It's hard to make out.

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi Dave. The light fitting is attached to a conduit for the cable, which strangely gives the look of a gaslight!

[@davidsedlickas8222]

Hi Alan what about buying a telescope to look into the tunnels ?

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

Hi David. I actually have a monocular on the boat, which I occasionally use for looking ahead particularly at Locks. It’s difficult because I have to take my glasses off and focussing is difficult and then of course I’m driving the boat at the same time, so tis all rather awkward. Cheers

[@TheRamblingsofBry]

We absolutely loved it, thankyou.

[@susanmarker2164]

😊❤

[@darnbunny1]

Thank you for another great video series. Where is your partner?

[@MyNarrowboatVenture]

darnbunny1 Thanks very much. I have no partner, so am a solo boater.

[@ansonpotter]

Excellent 👍

[@rightsideupvt]

I enjoy your canal perspective and how your movies are from the boat! It's nice to see the towns and such but the real reason I watch this canal boat youtubes stuff is the actual navigating and boat driving.