Will My Boat Survive the Ship Canal? [Ep 152]

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Ahoy, Please note that you don't NEED a VHF Radio to do the Manchester Ship Canal as you can just call them on your mobile phone, however as we had one between us, we used it. Thanks so much for watching Heidi & Bonny xxx thepirateboat.co.uk

[@mandywoodall7464]

Great vlog Heidi, what sort of speed were you travelling. It did seem much faster than on the other canals. Bonnie was such a good girl she really has slotted straight into boat life. See you next vlog

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

About 6 mph … The Rum Wench flies on deep water 😃🏴‍☠️

[@nicknewton7189]

Hi, do you write music?

[@sarahwakelin9248]

I'm a bit fixated on watching Bonny watching the world sail past her on all these adventures of yours. I just love ❤to watch a rescued dogs life unfold into something so beautiful. It makes my heart sing! Another cracker 😊

[@lyndsayscott8866]

“Take it up the ship canal”!!!!!!! I spat my tea out. Lol

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂😂

[@andrewmonument8847]

Wait 'til she starts mentioning her moist bilge ! Arrrrrgh 🏴‍☠

[@theemporersnewclothes]

I am proud of you for rescuing Bonny 🐾🐾

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

She rescued me - she is wonderful 🏴‍☠️😃❤️

[@paulreesauthor3928]

I love that response. My beautiful Ada, a Staffie, adopted me and we are inseparable. She's a rescue too. ​@@TheNarrowboatPirate

[@gerardosullivan1642]

It is good to see life jackets on.

[@lovelyskull3483]

Bonny is a perfect pup to travel with. You have done an incredible job training and loving her Heidi. Thanks for the wonderful video. Cheers.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you so much! She can still be a bugger with the big ones 😂😂

[@dtay345]

Well done Heidi. You're positive attitude to life is inspirational 👍

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@Mandy-fg1ex]

I'm a sailor having crossed the Med 3 times I share your passion for the waterways. Well done for making it work for you.

[@dave_a81]

Sat on my sofa in stitches laughing at all the brilliant innuendos - awesome humour! Only recently discovered the channel but loving the content - Happy Cruising the cut NB Pirate Heidi 🙂👍🏻

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thanks so much 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@Steve9357]

My First trip on the Manchester ship Channel☺ Loved it. the under water camera part was fantastic. loved the extended pole cam! be safe an happy boating Heidi & Bonnie 🐶🦜🥃🏴‍☠

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️ it was amazing

[@davidwilson6742]

Great vlog hiedi

[@BennyMCR]

Great viewing and I don’t drive a narrow boat although I’d love to. The innuendo’s are comedy gold. I just came across you (sticking with the innuendo’s ☺️) on KZbin. Keep up the good work. 👊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Haha thanks…. It just slips out 😂

[@markrant1460]

What an exciting adventure for both you and Bonny. Bonny has come along so well when she meets up with other dogs. I remember the first few videos of her and how nervous she appeared to be. You were meant to be together. Many thanks for taking the time you put into these videos and sharing them with us on the other side of the screen. Mark Alberta, Canada

[@johntweats3175]

Hi, this is John from NB Steve. You mentioned a lack of waves to (play with) experience, if you are ever "down south " go to Teddington Lock from Lyme House or the other way round . There's plenty of waves and that's without big boats, FYI the waves are bigger at Lyme House so you have the option of getting used to them starting at Teddington or the SHOCK of finding them straight away at Lyme House. Either way, it's all good fun, a bit scary but not dangerous. One thing to look out for is if you have a water spread of 3 mph, don't forget the water is probably doing 6 mph so your closing speed on anchored objects is 9 mph which is 3 times normal canal speed and you need to turn away from them much earlier. This is something we hadn't realised at first and made the journey quite interesting ! All the best, keep doing what makes you happy, John.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

It’s on my list to do that 😂😂🏴‍☠️

[@londonschoolofwigmaking5793]

Heidi, the way you rode those ripples as you took her up the ship canal was the highlight of my week.

[@blackbob3358]

Aye, 5793, i'm only here for the innuendoes !!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂 they just slip out

[@londonschoolofwigmaking5793]

@@TheNarrowboatPirate I'm just in awe. The fact that the ship canal was wide enough for three of you at once was simply spectacular.

[@brodie2711]

What a brave pirate captain and first mate Bonnie to traverse the high seas and Terra incognito of the Manchester sea canal. Thanks for letting me tow along very enjoyable. ❤Stephen 😊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thanks Stephen 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@Linda-k2i]

Heidi are you getting yourself ready to join Sandra in Ireland 🤣 Your getting quite adventurous! Is the music otter pocket a new piece of music, it’s lovely. Great vlog as usual❤️ Linda from Australia

[@redcruben]

Quite an adventure, a big change from being snug and sheltered in the usual canals

[@richardbrown7153]

Gosh, that was a good screw at the hydro- electric power station! Isn't 1st Mate Bonny a good girl? Playing nicely with the two Schnauzers not a trace of aggression - all her training is obviously working well. Thanks to all the love she gets from "mum". You're braver than me taking a relatively small boat on that big bit of water - my hero! Thank you again for sharing your life and travels with us - stay happy, and see you next week.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@RosalynDodds]

What an experience, marvellous, Heidi. Flying into Manchester again in 2 weeks. Always admired the canals, Rosalyn Australia 🇦🇺

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Oh wow, have an amazing time 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@markgruenberg6277]

Glad to see that you have taken proper safety precautions. High winds and low freeboard could be a problem. Excellent video as always. Much appreciated. Be well and stay safe. 😊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks and you too xx

[@stevedexter2964]

Hi Heidi little tip for you 😊, I noticed you had half a cup of coffee.Have you tried pressing the button twice with the same pod you can have a normal cuppa, Love the vlogs Bonny is coming on well now x

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

I love strong black coffee 😃 if I go to a cafe I get an americano with half the water or a double shot … it’s the hot hit I need and then there is more space for rum when required 😂😂😂 but thanks so much for the tip 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@markgruenberg6277]

Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much Mark 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@markgruenberg6277]

@@TheNarrowboatPirate You're welcome.

[@guiart4728]

I have been meaning to complement your musical talents. I been recording and playing for many years and your melodies and arrangements are great but I especially appreciate your sense of percussion and how to use it to accent and support the rest. Very tastefully done!!! Bon(ny! voyage ❤️

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@MichaelJemson-nv5zo]

You are an amazing lady such a lovely outlook on life l suffer from anxiety and watching your lovely videos helps me relax and escape. Keep the good work up look forward to following you more on your journeys threw the stunning country side best wishes mike

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thanks Mike, I hope things get better for you soon xx

[@londonschoolofwigmaking5793]

I've always enjoyed taking it up the ship canal!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂😂

[@jayoneill1533]

Fantastic adventure Heidi and the Rum Wench really showed what she was made of, brilliant!

[@neilyeomans9805]

Lovely video as always and Bonnie looks so settled and happy xx

[@clairekendrick5687]

Well Heidi I have watched all your videos in a week, loved following your adventures, You are such a breath of fresh air, looking forward to following you in real time now instead of being seasons behind 🤣 Thankyou for all your hard work, your filming and content is amazing 🤩

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you so much! And for staying with me through them all 😂😂 it’s great to have you onboard 🏴‍☠️

[@Martin-se3ij]

Went to college in Salford and use to pass the docks. We had a girl who could drink the dockers under the table. The local pub had sawdust on the floor. Now all the warehouses are condos and the cranes all still, and painted red, the industry gone - "I met my love, by the gasworks wall, dirty old town, dirty old town."

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Oh wow, thanks for sharing 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@lizjones8984]

Heidi, your tune ‘Otters Pocket’ sounds brilliant!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you, I still need to finish it 😂😂

[@maureenlucas4189]

An absolute first class vlog very interesting I have visited the museum and I loved it so interesting and you made it more interesting love to you both x❤

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Many thanks! 😃🏴‍☠️

[@JulieandMartinonRIB]

Wow, the Manchester Ship canal looked amazing, think we’ll have to do it one day! Loving your new camera angles too! Speak soon matey! xx

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 🏴‍☠️🥃❤️

[@JulieandMartinonRIB]

@@TheNarrowboatPirate ❤️

[@neilwilkins7686]

Another Thursday and another new adventure. So looking forward to following you're adventures in 2024. Its also amazing to see how Bonny has become so content. Till next Thursday, take care Heidi and Bonny

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@mikem201]

You had The Rum Wench plowing a proper wake on the Manchester Heidi. Bonny has come a long way in being a good shipmate!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

She is wonderful 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@MadBeeRC]

Lovely we Loved it! So fun and informative! The best entertainment on a Saturday night...we save you for Saturdays you are that good! Heidi l would love your latest music/CD how can l get this?? Cheers the Cornish crew James and Shelly

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Awww thanks so much … I’ve a few more tracks to add to my website but they are not finished yet 😂🏴‍☠️

[@brucepartington3309]

What a fantastic video Heidi. I had to watch it twice. xx

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much 😊

[@leona_devon]

What a great voyage down the ship canal, shame it wasn't a nicer day for you.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Wait for this weeks video😂 I’m just editing it now …. Weather was horrendous 😂😂

[@waynegardella2589]

Love the Beanie you had on at the beginning of the video. Cheers

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks!

[@luciemanning3938]

Coffee Kraken’s our favourite. Coffee and rum, what’s not to love 😃

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Cheers 😂🥃🏴‍☠️

[@andyrbush]

Delightful as always. Love the travels and atmosphere of the places that you capture so well. Great seeing you with friends.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@dianedonnelly6364]

Ahoy Cap'n and FM Bonny- yay I've finally caught up watching yer fab vlogs. I loved the van travels with Sandra ( hope she's back safely in Ireland enjoying the rain 😆) am looking forward to more high jinks on the 'high seas'! I'd just like to say a BIG thank ye for keeping me entertained and 'sane' whilst i was in hospital for 4 lonnng weeks, ye made me (and a few nurses) laugh with yer cheeky innuendos!! 😂😂 Brilliant! Happy boating Captain and best wishes from Ireland. Ps i love yer new tune, Otter's Pocket- very ambient 👍 Don't forget to wear yer life jacket ye rebel! ❤🌈🏴‍☠️

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Awww get well soon xxxx and thank you 😃🏴‍☠️

[@StevesRepairs]

Thanks Lovely Heidi for taking us along on this fantastic Pirate adventure on the Manchester ship canal with your friends on their boats. It was lovely to see Little Bonny playing with her new friends which shows that she is really enjoying life with you and you've shown her that life is for having fun, so well done you. Thanks also for the very interesting historical info'. I hope that you and Little Bonny are doing well. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much Stevie 🏴‍☠️❤️😃

[@westaussiejeff1547]

Heidi, you bring such joy every Friday over here which is when your vlogs lob. Bonny is a bonus . Thanks!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@simonc858]

Never had any doubt the Rum Wench would pass, off on a new exciting adventure, another fabulous video x

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 🏴‍☠️😃❤️

[@annhay4572]

So exciting! what a great trip! Yes, here in the Pacific Northwest of USA (on huge Puget Sound and up into Canada) the opposition of water current versus wind can create havoc, especially if you're trying to moor/dock your boat and one force is moving your boat in one direction and the other force is moving your boat in the ANOTHER direction and you have only one engine and one prop and YIKES! But we all help each other, and it's way ok to simply back out and start over, no egos involved. I just looked online on Google Earth about your journey. Wow. What an adventure. You sure are finding them. :-) Good on you! Oops, a nuclear power plant on the left ... we have those in the USA too ... we need to dump them! Go solar and wind. No Heidi, don't you be skipping anything! We want it all. 🙂

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

It’s not nuclear thankfully …. That would be very scary to live next to one of those 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@chrispassmore4461]

We played the cheers game. Every time you said “ship canal”, we had a drink. Couldn’t stand up at the end of the vlog. 😀

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂😂

[@butchknapman3939]

Caught up with another video It's so interesting the content you added a history lesson in its own right. Excellent filming from all angles. Your banta never fails to amuse, and your first mate Bonny is so happy. A first mate in the true sense of sea faring terms on now to another video

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you, if you watch via the playlist they are all in order 😃🏴‍☠️

[@anitasmith9914]

Good morning Heidi and Bonnie, great video. I do so admire you tenacity. ❤

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@alexisleon23]

Nice weather up there... Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Oh don’t rub it in 😂 I bet it’s gorgeous there 🤣🤣

[@helencraig365]

That was amazing! A big bit of water! Well done.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@markku-leifsorensen-hall2031]

Absolutely brilliant and informative video. Stunning. Mark. NB Lucy Ann. Golly'. X

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Great cruise Heidi. Loved the music Otter pocket.💚 Heidi i love any drink that has a coffee flavour. infact I love anything coffee.😁

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Me too!! And thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@janjcks]

I loved the music you put to this video, seemed very pirate...yyy lol

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

I spent ages sourcing that 😂😂

[@lanerovito4324]

Hay, Heidi how is things .hope you like being back tough w/0 MoMA and sister.i buried them 4 years ago.

[@lanerovito4324]

I am the last one left .but I am a believers still.got mi religion.best of it. Be good.these bad Tymes' we live in . Hard to keep goin to.but I still keep goin on with the help up above. I am Russian Orthodox.

[@lanerovito4324]

Be you Heidi. Cousin Janet health got bad lost her home .she is recovering thank you the best of it fore you.

[@lanerovito4324]

Be more cheerful tomorrow, best of it.

[@frankparsons1629]

Cor thats an adventure and a half!! What weather, I had it on the heights of Exmoor, went down there for a few days, sideways rain (gusting 35 mph plus) and the wet stuff was very wet and joined up. Definitely need to splice the mainbrace, harden down the reefing points n ensure yer rollocks are safely stowed! Not to mention the ships cat, or in your case the ships dog plus any extraneous bits of stuff like brass monkeys, parrots, and Spanish galleons! Yo ho ho n a bottle o rum Jim lad. Shades of Robert Newton this (used to love that black n white film Treasure Island when I was a kid). Keep safe you 2 on the high seas/Man'r Ship canal. Smuggler Frank 😀❤😏🚢 PS Don't think much of their ship emoji, looks more like a lifeboat sailing on a blue cake!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂 thanks so much again for your funny comments Frank 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@jamesmaxwell1922]

Another great (and informative) vlog. That was an Archimedes Screw used to generate that power. Windsor Castle has a similar setup somewhere on the grounds powering the Castle (it was Prince Philip who got that installed). Years ago Mum used to make all sorts of fenders. She used a nylon rope that was good for ten years of UV exposure (normal nylon rope would break down after a couple of years), and she had a tweak to the normal design (of bow and possibly stern fenders) that was a few extra turns of rope where it would rub against things (lock gates, other boats), so if this got badly worn that extra rope could easily be removed and a new section added, thereby increasing the working life of the fender. That Lister engine of yours is decent. The Rum Wench had quite a bow wave when you were on The Manchester Ship Canal. If the weather had been nicer you could have towed a few water skiers behind you!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks James, your mum is a true legend and yes I didn’t even open the Rum Wench up full 😂🏴‍☠️❤️

[@carolynshingler7761]

Well done Heidi and Bonny so emotional to watch you must be so proud of your achievements.❤️X

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you 🏴‍☠️😃❤️

[@tteric67]

Brilliant to see the Rum Wench going at it full speed, good for the exhaust! Bonnie looked very comfortable too, she has become a great shipmate and like her mum she likes a biggun! Safe travels, joehoe!❤🦴🥃

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂

[@lisaduncan-purcell1450]

Thank you so much for this window into a world that is so different from my life here in California. It looked like you were going really fast compared to your speed on the canals. As always Bonnie is a delight to see.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Haha yes it’s a whole different ball game on deep wide water 😃🏴‍☠️

[@peterramsey4611]

Well done Heidi and Bonny. I really enjoy your vids, including the camper van vids. very best wishes from Pete an old truck driver.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much Pete 🏴‍☠️😃❤️

[@somersetsue]

Wow what a trip. Thank you for sharing. Great vlog as always xx

[@philipjones9458]

To be pedantic the council is CWAC ie Cheshire West and Chester. Used to be Cheshire many years ago.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

I’m sure everyone knows what I meant 😂😂

[@LornaT460]

Wonderful adventure! Love seeing Bonny romp with the other pups.❤

[@JeanKingsberry]

I really enjoyed watching your video from here in sunny Cyprus. We are ex pats and also ex shared ownership narrow boaters. It was great to see where we had previously moored up in Elsmere port. It seems that when you moor there you actually become an exhibit of the museum! Thank-you.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you …. The weather here is terrible at the moment 😂😂🏴‍☠️

[@kevgermany]

I remember seeing ships going through the fields as a kid, grew up in that area. One day... Thanks for bringing the memories back.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks for watching 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@glennclarke9787]

Thanks you Heidi for a great Vlog. You really enjoyed yourself. You really turn out some great footage, you're using your drone ,too get great scenes. You always look good, great lippy, lovely white top on you, Mwah xxx 😊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Cheers 😃🏴‍☠️

[@SlurpyDave254]

Blimey good effort...I went on the Gloucester n Sharpness and that was big, ship canal though is another level...Nice one Heidi👍

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks Dave 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@annedmondson53]

Found your channel and subscribed straight away loved your video. Now I am working backwards of all your videos xx❤

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you 😃🏴‍☠️

[@kellyheywood503]

Was waiting for you too say bout the drink 😂 cheers !

[@pamfreeman5197]

Proud of you as Punch I was. Brilliant, Heidi... so pleased for you and well done with all those preliminaries but worth every bit. Well done. Full of admiration I am. Dead proud. The hairs on the back of my hair were all standing up. Great stuff. Best wishes, Pam x

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you 🏴‍☠️😃❤️

[@glennalillpop3590]

Hello Heidi ... you got to be a proper pirate on deep water in this video. I could tell you were both thrilled and a tiny bit stressed and a whole lot of cold. The Rum Wench seemed to just dance on the ship canal and I really enjoyed the ride. (I kept my life jacket on just in case.) -- You really are a teacher ... you always share the history of where you are and point out interesting things about what is happening. I love you as a person and I love the knowledge you share. Bonny is one heck of a First Mate - you two are doing right by each other. Where do I go to buy your music now? I am missing a couple. Love to you and Bonny from Gramma Lainee ... save a spot for me next week. I will be here.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thanks so much Gramma Lainee, I still need to finished a few pieces yet but when I do I’ll let you all know and put them on band camp …. Thanks so much for your support 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@maureenlucas4189]

Brilliant vlog Heidi very interesting and exciting been to elsmere port museum really good lovely to see you enjoying yourself lol

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Rovinman]

Didn't see the Pirate Flag Hoisted ! ! Or were Customs and Excise watching ? ? { nudge, nudge, wink, wink !} Glad you enjoyed it ! Certainly were some big Un's there ! Stay safe ! Stu xx

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

It was so windy I would have took off if I had that flapping about 😂😂😂

[@Rovinman]

@@TheNarrowboatPirate Ha Ha Ha ! !

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

What an adventure indeed. Wow you were moving ! Brilliant. Thank u for sharing this. Best wishes

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thanks for watching and commenting Trevor ❤️🏴‍☠️😃

[@karenjaques3937]

Hi there me hearties 💕. What a marvelous adventure. The Rum Wench is so beautiful and hospitable. It's great to watch you enjoy your journey across the pond. Thank you for sharing and letting Bonnie show her pirate skills. 😂 Have a wonderful week and see you next episode. Lots of ❤ from Arizona 🇺🇸.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you so much!

[@JayneGunn]

The three boats in formation .....stunning 🥰. Well done Heidi on another epic adventure with new music too, love Otter pocket.😊.... Keep safe and happy adventuring.😊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@suebotfield6432]

Love your watching your adventures 😊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@bethwiles8214]

Bloody brilliant Heidi. Thanks, so nice to have you and Bonnie back

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️

[@Debba521]

Wow, you were in a biggun, on a biggun and along side a biggun! Not to be sniffed at. If not for the courage of the fearless crew... 😊🎉

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@DaveAppleton]

Thanks for vid Heidi, glad you finally found a canal that your bottom doesn't drag along(mind out the gutter please 😂).

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂😂

[@amandahinds7860]

The narrow boats look so tiny on the Manchester ship canal, I think I would love it but also would be far more nervous you are so positive a real inspiration thank you for taking us all with you.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks so much ❤️😃🏴‍☠️

[@keithweybury5212]

Well done Heidi on the trip and your Narrowboats passing the requirements for the cruise.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@TinaMatheny-o9m]

A really informative video today. Beautiful scenery with your music to enjoy.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Many thanks! 😃🏴‍☠️

[@anthonyrispin9778]

Tugging off? I spit my coffee out😂😂😂😂

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

😂😂😂

[@lindathrift4805]

Glad you weren’t fighting whitecaps. Bonnie seems more socialized. Thx for the adventure.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thanks for watching 🏴‍☠️😃❤️

[@KevinRodgersGB]

I was at a steam punk event at the Waterways Museum this weekend.

[@kirstenmadsen2628]

Is your boat more steady in the chopping waters being deep drafted 😊

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Not really as I still get blown all over the show with a big gust … they still flat bottomed

[@paulh7348]

My father was a navigator on Manchester Liners and spent a lot of time on the ship canal. There’s some wonderful then and now videos on KZbin showing how Salford Quays has changed👍

[@lilesosannaflower9956]

great vlog and music, lovely to see Bonnie having a good time with the other dogs, when she's on the roof she really watches everything- are you sure she;s not captain now

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

She rules the roost 😂😂

[@mattgoodchild8215]

That was a fantastic video 👍🏼

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you! 👍

[@kellyheywood503]

Thank you another great and educational video least I know the day of the week with you guys ! Be safe !

[@donhaines4720]

Took us right back to when we did the trip, the other way round. Your description is spot-on - exhilarating!

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

I loved it, even with them very strong winds 😂😂

[@sct58]

How many euphemisms this week 😝😝😝 great video Heidi. Made me wanna do it now. Xx

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Do it 😃🥃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@sct58]

@@TheNarrowboatPirate❤

[@stephenjones219]

Water, adventure, ships, locks, dogs, coffee, rum, and good friends. What more could a person want? Oh yes, and the music is pretty good also. It is morning here, but I will raise a toast of rum to you later on this evening and probably watch this video again.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Cheers 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@ainsliejones3764]

Wow. That’s was so interesting and exciting also, can’t wait till next week. Cheers

[@trevorpoxon401]

Rum Wench really rode the Manchester well and made you proud as we are of you your so inspiring. Love your attitude to life and all its challenges keep going girl we are right with you. 🥰Trevor &Linda xx

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Wow, thank you

[@captlucky16]

Thanks for the information regarding the necessary paperwork and associated costs. I travelled up the Manchester ship canal many years ago on a commercial ship. Looking forward to visiting Chester and the Anderton boat lift in the next few months, on our canal boat Andante. Keep up the good work, cheers.

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Have a wonderful time 😃🏴‍☠️

[@beverleyarcher7662]

Really enjoy your adventures onthe canals and your camper van , Bonnie is so gorgeous stay safe on the Manchester ship canal Happy travels ❤ xxx

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃🏴‍☠️❤️

[@zoegodfrey2910]

If you do go back don't skip it!!!!! It was fantastic to see!!! Well done Captain!!! ❤

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Aww thank you 😃❤️🏴‍☠️

[@crantockbob]

There's a lot of water in that there ship canal, not a trip I'll be doing anytime soon. Great video as always bab..Stay safe..

[@mishkawp8200]

Wow, Go Heidi! How exciting, on that enormous waterway. A great adventure 🏴‍☠️👑

[@TheNarrowboatPirate]

Thank you 😃❤️🏴‍☠️