Walks in Sussex: The Wey and Arun Canal

[@Duffy512]

Fascinating old history of the waterway. That would make a very interesting tourist route if it ever opens.

[@RichardVobes]

Ian Duff Yes indeed.

[@B0G0MIP]

I enjoy your videos very much, nice music chosen and as always high quality audio commentary with lots of historic information.

[@RichardVobes]

Thanks Bitman for saying so. I do hope to keep them coming! Thanks for watching.

[@ramibu239]

I really like this section of the canal! So lush & green!!!! Maybe cause it is a diff time of yr - it did seem like a warmer day. Love how Wey has done so well in restoring this portion. I could just envision little pleasure boats lazily paddling down this stretch on a summers day.😌🚣‍♂️🌳☀️ Hello little Lola!🐶

[@RichardVobes]

A little further up there take you on boat rides.

[@charlesstell506]

Happy to hear these old navigation routes are being restored. It would be a shame to lose them.

[@RichardVobes]

It certainly would. They tell the story of where we are and that is important.

[@deanmc178]

nice day for a stroll there

[@bigchris80]

Love canals so much. Where I'm moving to go Preston my flat literally backs onto the Lancaster canal oh I can not wait to get them rods out! ☺☺☺

[@123keswick]

A big thank you to the volunteers of the Wey & Arun Canal Trust for all their hard work restoring the canal.

[@RichardVobes]

Graham Mcmullen I second that!

[@532bluepeter1]

It is possible to kayak the navigable section of the Wey And Arun Canal. One has to buy a day licence from the canal office and shop at Loxwood. Locks must be portaged as the canal is effectively a dew pond in this stretch. It is a lovely trip and undisturbed by other traffic excepting the Trust's own trip boat. I have never seen so many dragon and damselflies as the day I paddled the Wey And Arun. It can be paddled both ways out from the centre to Drungewuck lock snd Southlands Lock.

[@happyhermit2022]

Excellent thank you

[@ExploreDerbyshire]

Really enjoy learning about the history of these canals , etc , thank you for making this video and sharing your knowledge and bringing awareness

[@johnhorne1685]

Well done, this walk is a much better one than the one done by the Trust, I first walked some of this canal back in the late sixties and it was a bit of a mess , but I have to admit that so far they are doing an excellent job. There is no dought in my mind that when they do connect with the navigations at both ends the traffic of small bouts going from the Thames to Littlehampton will explode. The only problems I see are the housing that has been built over it towards Guildford and a stretch that has been filled up south of the A 272

[@RichardVobes]

Thanks John - yes, well, this is the probably with all the new builds too - son any project that aims to replace an old 'thing' won't have a chance because of the increase of bunny hutches everywhere.

[@SidBonkers51]

Another interesting and educational video Richard, many thanks.

[@RichardVobes]

Sid Bonkers My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@fastsetinthewest]

I was 199 to like this video. Richard, you're amazing. My connection with England goes in many directions. My ancestor named Soule came across on the Mayflower. Then with the connections of those many ancestors from England, throwing in a few Irishman, and a Native American is interesting. These videos gives me an opportunity to visit your many places. Thxz. Eaglegards...

[@RichardVobes]

I am so pleased - thank you so much.

[@532bluepeter1]

There was another link in this chain. It was intended to reach Portsmouth. The Arun reaches the sea at Littlehampton but to reach Portsmouth there was also the Portsmouth and Arundel Canal which is now utterly lost.

[@stevelong6358]

Thanks richard very interesting .

[@RichardVobes]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@HenrysAdventures]

Interesting video Richard. Happy New Year.

[@marcoscu]

Great video, as they always are. Many thanks for the work, skill and effort you put into making them.

[@RichardVobes]

Mark Webb It is a pleasure Mark. Thanks for being such a loyal Patron! Without you it would not be possible.

[@1966babysnakes]

Many thanks for your fantastic videos Richard. Keep up the good work squire.

[@RichardVobes]

My pleasure. More to follow.

[@djmossssomjd8496]

Excellent video Richard. Wish it had been longer :-)

[@RichardVobes]

Thank you - leave them wanting more ... :)

[@SimonBrown]

This is great - I love canals and thinking about how they were built, mainly by navvies. A bonus 'starring' role by Lola.

[@RichardVobes]

Simon Brown She weaves her way in now and then!

[@MrGreatplum]

What a lovely video - I’ve never really investigated the Wey and Arun - another place to visit!

[@RichardVobes]

Oh well worth a stroll

[@richardstonhold2615]

@@RichardVobes MrPlum: do go soon, to see the works that WACT has put in in recent months. The Trust always needs new members and funds - there are plans in place for the Cranleigh, and Dunsfold areas - will cost £1,000,000+.

[@richardstonhold2615]

There are canal trips in Summer, and at Christmas time; all fares go towards Wey and Arun Canal Trust funds. Their website is weyarun.org.uk ; it includes walks details, photos restoration news, and Membership Application page. Well worth a visit to the website. Aso, a fairly new Canal Centre at Loxwood (by the Onslow Arms) open 6 days a week - for getting free info; and purchase of OS maps, etc.

[@aprilonpot]

thank you i have explored loads of it to and find it fascinating

[@RichardVobes]

It is a fascinating place for sure.

[@realgreendress2330]

Fascinating. I'm based very close to the Basingstoke Canal that runs to the River Wey and the Thames via the Wey Navigation. Perhaps one day you can join the dots on a walk?

[@RichardVobes]

Real Green Dress Vintage & Ethical Wedding & Party Dress Shop What a teriffic idea! Good one.

[@SouthernSoftie]

I can’t help but wonder how is it now ?

[@richardmullans2453]

The aquaduct crosses the River Lox, nice to see the canal getting some coverage, this video of mine covers the section from Loxwood to the almost re-built lock at Gennets Bridge kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWeThnyEdph8qJY

[@RichardVobes]

Thanks for watching Richard. I am not sure what made think it was the river Arun. I think I just blurted it out, so thanks for correcting me. Thanks for sharing your video. I shall check it out.

[@jimmorris5700]

Bloody shame it be soon not exist well I Uk won’t exist , if Boris don’t keep his mouth shut lol

[@532bluepeter1]

It is possible to kayak the navigable section of the Wey And Arun Canal. One has to buy a day licence from the canal office and shop at Loxwood. Locks must be portaged as the canal is effectively a dew pond in this stretch. It is a lovely trip and undisturbed by other traffic excepting the Trust's own trip boat. I have never seen so many dragon and damselflies as the day I paddled the Wey And Arun. It can be paddled both ways out from the centre to Drungewuck lock snd Southlands Lock.

[@532bluepeter1]

There was another link in this chain. It was intended to reach Portsmouth. The Arun reaches the sea at Littlehampton but to reach Portsmouth there was also the Portsmouth and Arundel Canal which is now utterly lost.