Wolverhampton’s canal water is ridiculously clear

[@RobbieCumming]

Two things I need to clarify about this video: 1) I’m only switching engine off when leaving the boat for long periods (such as when filming in locks!) and 2) Check out the description for loads more interesting detail on this stretch of the canal - including why the water is clear 🤓👍

[@MuddyBootz]

You need to PIN this comment mate.....then advice won't get repeated 😉👍.

[@petervarty1606]

robbie ive done two weeks on narrow boat first one single handed use your ropes just throw middle rope on bank then pull your boat through saves you going up and down mankey ladders with the potential of hurting yourself good luck mate

[@Righteous_Cal101]

We all thought there was nothing to Vlog about in Wolverhampton but this man proved it all wrong😅😅

[@rogermoore9516]

😂😂

[@mikehooz]

The Wolverhampton level on the BCN is the highest level apart from the short Titford summit level, so it's had very little other waters mixed with it. It's fed primarily by the Chasewater reservoir near Lichfield which is clear with excellent water quality, and basically hasn't had much chance to pick up much silt, because there's been no locks, weirs, etc., because the canal is level. Also the canal which is bringing the water from Chasewater down to the Wolverhampton area (the Wyrley and Essington) is not a very busy canal, so there isn't much entrained silt from moving boats in the water. Once you get to the bottom of the Wolves 21, you'll also see similarly clear waters on the summit level of the Staffs & Worcs. Not only is it fed by whatever water is coming down the locks from the BCN Wolverhampton Level, the other significant supply of water to that level is the outfall of cleaned water from the Wolverhampton sewage works next to Autherley Junction. The water in that area is crystal clear.

[@RobbieCumming]

Thank you Mike if only I could have bumped into your good self that day 🤓👍

[@mikehooz]

​@@RobbieCumming I saw someone also mentioned the Bradley pumping station feed which comes out of an underground aquifer. That and Chasewater mean the Wolverhampton level has good quality water sources.

[@progwolf12]

Last year coming up the Staffs & Worcs approaching the junction at the bottom of the Wolvo 21 I had a cormorant swimming under the water alongside of my boat, absolutely stunning to see in the crystal clear water. I came up the 21 a month later and it was again crystal clear even with several boats coming down the flight as I went up.

[@charliewale4611tyke]

Good to have you back again Robbie... we missed you.

[@thedogfather5445]

There are at least three reasons for the water clarity. First, Wolverhampton is on the summit level so a lot of water is pumped in from the aquifer. Second, it's a built up area with very little nitrate wash-off from fields, so lower levels of algae. Third, reduced traffic to stir up the sediment.

[@felshampo]

The Birmingham Canal Navigations (BCN) are at a higher level than all the joining canals so water must be supplied from reservoirs or by pumping. A pumping station near Bradley Workshops lifts water from underground springs to supply the Wednesbury Oak Canal and, through that canal, the Wolverhampton Level of the BCN. The fresh water from the springs combined with the limited boat traffic along the canal make for exceptionally clear water where the bottom is visible for most of the length. If your are interested in the history of the canals, including how the BWB changed from trying to close all the canals to trying to keep them open, then there are lots of books on Canal history. The ones I recommended are by Anthony Burton and Derek Pratt "The Anatomy of Canals" but Stuart Fishers canal guide might suit you better.

[@swanny2k]

A lot of KZbinrs have mentioned how clear the water has been this year. Thanks for the shout out, and glad to see you're back making the KZbin videos 👍

[@RobbieCumming]

They have? Agh I should’ve checked first. Oh well! You’re welcome Will thanks again for supporting the channel mate 🤓👍

[@justaverage9239]

Never in my 21 years of living have I seen a man vlog Wolverhampton like most people think were a no body city

[@carolynabramo7108]

Hey Robbie, Good to see you. Thanks for letting us join you. Excellent vlog. Stay well. I hear things are tightening up in the uk. Be safe. Xoxoxo

[@RobbieCumming]

Thank you Carolyn yes still not out of the water so to speak!

[@carolynabramo7108]

@@RobbieCumming 👍💙💙💙

[@carolynabramo7108]

@@RobbieCumming 👍💙💙💙

[@kathrynketley6421]

Just found this film of you going down the 21 locks. You pointed out the old British Waterways sign at top lock. I actually painted it nearly 20 years ago when my husband started working for BW as it was then. Brilliant film. Regards Kath

[@RobbieCumming]

Wow it’s great well done!!

[@dianagraham8093]

Two days into lockdown and I'm watching you go through 21locks how ironic is that.lovely video enjoyed that thanks a lot.

[@pablomansini6449]

I always find people are polite and helpful on canals, I’d happily enforce the peace

[@michaelpilling9659]

How wonderful to be back on the cut. I enjoyed the journey with you. Wonderful film with an excellent commentary. I suggest the the canal is fed by natural springs and linked with little boat traffic, the water is clear

[@patsyporter1266]

NICE TO SEE YU BACK, COMFORTING SOMEHOW

[@elegantinfusions]

What a great vlog to a new series Robbie, entertaining and informative as usual

[@RobbieCumming]

Thanks Paul I try!

[@stewal6835]

I do the same in cutting the engine for locks that I have to set first before going in. Those who say it wears the engine by stop starting are getting mixed up with cold starts. Most engine wear comes from cold starts - once it is up to temperature switching off and restarting 10 mins later wont cause significant wear other than possibly to the starter motor. Having said that, I have done this for 15 years and never had any issues.

[@kevinskidmore8877]

Hello Robbie, I was born n bred in Wolverhampton in the 1940's, pleased that no one stole your boat. The following few locks passed the old Stafford Road Steam Railway sheds and Wolverhampton Gas Works. Plenty of Industry and History, I was surprised to see how to see how clear the canal was, but I used to fish further down at Aldersley to Oxley near the start of the Shroppy, its the same there if there is no boat traffic, as if there is no life in the water, till you see the fish,strange. Look forward to your next video.

[@jonnysupreme]

Born in wolves aswell kev and you're right about someone nickin his barge 😂😂

[@robertwynne6316]

Hey Robbie! Great ep. My Gran and her family moved from Wolverhampton to Ellesmere Port on the Shroppie about 1908, as did lots of people around that time, they were called Boaties and all worked at the Wolverhampton iron company that relocated to Ellesmere Port. Take care Rob

[@Rose-Willow]

You seem so happy and relaxed in this Robbie, great to see you enjoying what you do best! And excellent vlog style!

[@MsRachaelR]

It was neat to see what seems like a few tiny houses or small buildings in the background during the beginning of the video.

[@Grimmykin]

The Wolves stretch is so clear due to being partially fed by a fresh water spring. I remember my first trip along the Wolves stretch as a kid and being amazed by how much drastically clearer it was than the Tardebigge and Alvechurch stretches I grew up on. Now I live slap bang in the centre of Wolverhampton city and I regularly walk along this section, it’s especially beautiful at dawn when the lack of noise matches the clarity of the water. It has been a while since I travelled on a narrow boat, always tempted to pinch my parents for a weekend though.

[@MrCrashtesttim]

My great gran had a grocery and flop house on the canal in Wolverhampton, servicing the working boats and their crews. I guess it would be hard to find any trace of it now.

[@sweep1131]

gotta say latest vlog is the clearest picture ever really great to see everything in sharp color or is it my eyes, easily equal to davids , ok settling down to watch now, stay safe steve

[@RobbieCumming]

Thank you! Filmed in 4K

[@colinwishbone4437]

Lived in Springfield in 1940s to early 50s,this was our swimming pool, our fishing ,our escape from the war time

[@Brad8261]

There is also a water treatment plant that pumps water into the canal once it’s been cleaned. The treatment plant is by oxley boat club.

[@joebidenloveslittlegirls4773]

Lol I live in wreans your on about the canoe club

[@stevechatha4533]

No idea HOW I ended up on this video, but SO glad I did!!!! I'm VERY familiar with these canals and it's a really cool percepective to see it from your lense 🖒🖒🖒🖒

[@Wondering..]

Sameee

[@mrjohn.whereyoufrom]

Wolverhampton has done a great job in regards to its canal clean up. In my younger days in the 70’s/80’s they were just like toxic dumps.

[@joncox25]

Great to see you back Robbie. It's your boat so turn it on and off when ever you like lol

[@RobbieCumming]

😂👏👏👏

[@hellyavard8552]

Thanks Robbie I am so glad you are back!

[@5581debdo1]

Love Wolverhampton flight and canal. Always beautifully clean water. Never heard of saving the engine!

[@RobbieCumming]

Well that’s why I mentioned it! Seems to have got everyone talking anyway 😉

[@robertpearse9952]

Great to have you back !

[@_SYDN]

love my city! such a rich history here✌🏻💚

[@jermainstarr4640]

Oh how I've missed the vlogs. And naughty lass is looking very clear on the rooftop 👌👌🤙👊😎

[@philipizzard2584]

Welcome back it’s been too long and what a place to start nice in Wolverhampton such a nice flight too do down there thanks 🙏

[@ryanforeman3650]

Glad to see you back robbie, hope the BBC series went well can't wait to watch that either! Me and my partner usually go on the broads but having recently gone on the caledonian canal (still cruiser style boats) and your videos we are wanting to try our luck on narrowboats next year

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

For 2 years have been watching narrowboats ...finally a show and tell as to going thru the locks...THANK YOU.. i need several thumbs up for liked on this one. I will never , thanks to disability and old age, be able to experience the canal life but i am intrigued...thanks again. Hoping to see you at the canal pubs and eateries. (Please include the walk from the boat to the pub,,?..)

[@RobbieCumming]

Thank you! It’s difficult filming pubs at the mo but I have some lined up that’s for sure!

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

@@RobbieCumming i have enjoyed your pub outings but i would love to see the trip from boat to pub..sounds a bit boring to some perhaps but for someone that cant walk far at all it is a joy to follow along. Hopefully next summer the lockdown will be only the stories you tell when you are my age. Then you can talk me on a virtual pub crawl. I seldom have had a drink but if the company is congenial a pub can be such a great way to spend some time...and make memories. My memories of such evenings bring a smile...make your memories ......winter is coming soon ...

[@RobbieCumming]

Great idea will do that!

[@stephengibbs5437]

I noticed the crystal clear clean water in Wolverhampton - Just like the Caribbean :) Good Video - God Bless you - Thanks - Steve

[@GaryCaptainPhillips]

Great to have you back buddy

[@cazw179]

Wise to keep going south - don't come back up north yet, chaos here. Great to have your videos to watch again.

[@RobbieCumming]

I’m actually headed north (just downhill!) but I know what you mean!!

[@antifugazi]

Where are you from if you don't mind me asking??

[@RobbieCumming]

I’m originally from Dorset but not lived there for years

[@Edsbar]

Turning your engine off at every lock will put extra strain on the battery and starter motor; as long as the oil and it's filter are in good condition running at tick over for five minutes at every lock won't put any noticeable wear on the engine. On a day with lots of locks you may even find it has a detrimental effect on the whole electrical system in that you have house battery level issues when you moor up.

[@paulayala4816]

YAYYY, I'm officially part of the Crank It Crew. Better to leave your engine idling, there is more wear and tear on the engine at start up because of the oil drain back to the pan. Also, it may not start up again and then you'd be stuck in the lock. Yeah those waters are very clear especially for being in the middle of the city. There is something reassuring about the clak-clak-clak as the paddles are lifting up, it's not a precise bit of engineering, but it has been working for centuries.

[@RobbieCumming]

Ahh you’re welcome Paul! Yes to the clak clak clak 👍 Perhaps I’ll just turn the engine off when idling for long periods.

[@peters8583]

I appreciated your Vlog, enjoyed immensely 😊thanks robbie🖐

[@leedavies3629]

Robbie you are better leaving it running 80% of where and Tera on ya engine is when you turn it on when it’s going the oil and that is getting pump round when you stop and start it everything has to start again 🙂✌️

[@streetrambler134]

noticed the clear canal water myself when i was filming in the area couple of weeks ago. As a local myself, glad they have anti vandalism lock on the lock gates as that stretch has been affected a lot. You may have already pasted it, but look out for the remains of the hotel at the bottom of the 21 Locks.

[@hughcarson6837]

Well done, looking forward to your next vlog

[@Sophieperky]

This guy: Wolverhamptons water is the clearest water ever Me- A girl who had lived in wolvo all her life and grew up with stories on how it’s sewage water filled with crack head corpses: *surprised pikachu face*

[@Sophieperky]

@David Dennis 22 mate 💀💀

[@altacat9702]

...thank you for the ride along ...great back beat background music!!

[@mrjohn.whereyoufrom]

Aldersley Junction is a beautiful part of the canal.

[@bobbyd7553]

Hi Robbie, just joined your happy band as a subscriber. Love the blogs. Found you through the TV series. I concur with many of the comments re engine - leave it running; clarity of water - just so few boat movements to stir up any sediment! Went round the entire Northern BCN in May 2019 and was as surprised as you by the clarity of the water. More than 20 miles of lock free boating - and as far north as you can get on the BCN at the end of the Cannock Extension, and into Anglesey Basin. Didn't see another boat moving the entire time up there. Maybe you'll do a blog on the Northern BCN (if you've not already done so). Might encourage more boaters - its absolutely fascinating. Same can't be said for water clarity on the Main Line - especially at Bromford Junction (to go up Spon Lane Locks), where movement through the water sent up clouds of foul smelling black oily sediment! Keep well, stay safe!

[@TonyRound73]

Loved your series Robbie as I've always wanted to live on the canals but job and confidence to give it a go just never happened.Did wonder if you would ever come to Wolverhampton would loved to of met you, been walking the canals in wolves for over 30 years seen alot of changes and in the main all for the good . The stretch of waterway towards Birmingham and Wednesfield was always for the transport of coal and supply mainly mill industry and steel industries most that have now gone . Wish you all the best keep up the good work and hope to see another series soon ... Tony Round

[@leslielutz1874]

Welcome back !!! Just in time for Christmas LOL

[@gbzrope]

My Anti-Vandal/Handcuff/WaterConservation key (depending on which part of the system you are on) slipped from my hand about half way up the Wolvs locks - guess where it landed? - down the bloody hole the paddle rod goes down! Luckily we were following another boat up and I ran ahead and asked him to leave the Anti-Vandal/Handcuff/WaterConservation locks open. We then went on the lock-free Curly Whirly and I bought anothere from a CaRT man at the top of Rushall locks - and it didn't fit properly! (it was too large)

[@kazwitch999]

Its joined the key I lost there in the summer! 😂

[@RigallDesign]

Robbie: The most wear is caused to a diesel engine when it is started, so it is best to leave it in idle while going through a lock. Note the fact that lorry engines often are left to idle when at a tea break.

[@RobbieCumming]

Ok well I’ll be turning mine off when left for long periods as my engine is different to a modern lorry engine although some boat engines aren’t far off

[@brianpiddock6074]

Hi mate the Wolverhampton bottom lock running under the A449 was operated back in the day by my Aunt the old house sadly is long gone. And the beer's getting warm lol.

[@robandwood57]

Hi Robbie! I've walked the canal towpath along the Birmingham New Line a good few times; it's interesting more so than pretty. You'll like the 'Staffie' - I live local to it and it's a favourite gongoozle of mine!

[@RobbieCumming]

Hi! Yes love the Staffs & Worcs been down it this year!

[@Edogawa1117]

Great to see you back on the water.

[@garym518]

We came up that flight a few weeks ago and were amazed how clear the water was had frankly how pleasant the whole flight was to do. Despite the rain!.

[@penelopeallsebrook6618]

Nice you are 😊 back ,been a shit year feel really fed up at the moment , looking forward to pub of the week 🤣🍷😉 love your mucic and the water 💦 looks lovely and clear , take care , hope your family is doing ok 🥰

[@andyb1237]

The water is also very clear near the Black Country museum. Someone told me that it was because the canal was lined with stone rather than clay. Funnily enough I thought of you today as I saw a Nauti Lass on the hard in Braunston today.

[@leer798]

As said by someone else, Robbie , leave your engine on Tickover. It’s better for it than constantly restarting it !!!

[@RobbieCumming]

I’m not constantly restarting - only when leaving the boat for long periods- sorry should have mentioned

[@MF-fg3cg]

You shut the gates to reduce leakage. If the top gate leaks closing the bottom gate reduces it flowing out the lock into the pound. Also you will probably do more wear starting your engine more often than letting it run, due to starting with low oil pressure. But it's better for the environment as you will prob use less fuel.

[@ricbrook7059]

Great that you're back but there's more wear and tear starting an engine than leaving it running, known problem with early start and stop car engines

[@martinnorth2680]

Enjoyed that, thanks. Less wear if engine left running, not so good for noise or fumes though.. looking forward to the rest of the vlogs

[@OurDaysOut]

Great Vlog again Robbie. We also are wanting to know why the Canal water is so clear.

[@laknox88]

Great to see a couple of recent videos from you, Robbie. Personally, I enjoyed the little Q&A video you did and would have liked to have commented on it. I just wish you had done more of an intro explaining what it was and that it was geared toward kids. I know my grandchildren have seen a few of your and Kevin's videos and ask questions about them. Hope to see more videos soon.

[@RobbieCumming]

Thanks Lyle yeah of course you can’t have comments on videos for children and I didn’t think to expand the intro sorry. Thanks for watching though!

[@laknox88]

Did not know that you couldn't comment on KZbin videos targeted for kids. The only time I watch them is with my granddaughters on the KZbin kids app!😜

[@RigallDesign]

We are both single handed boaters and I learned why the center rope is so critical, it controls the boat while in a wide lock and it can be used to pull your boat through the gates of a narrow lock rather than jumping or using the slippery ladders. Horses did it all the time. (Stern and Bow ropes are only for mooring!)

[@RobbieCumming]

I have to agree but also disagree! Yes it’s critical but if you have ever attempted to pull your boat along in open water you’ll notice simply using the centre line alone might not keep it straight enough. Top tip for anyone reading this is to use the bow line as well.

[@rwbimbie5854]

Idle Deisel engines... More wear starting engine than idling for a short bit While running it it fully lubricated, but when stopped the lube seeps down to sump Of course, we are talking about minute wear either way

[@himself6187]

JUST subscribed. Nice job! Hooked. I actually found you when i was looking for Doncaster and narrowboats, i'm a sateside Donny lad jonesing for the life aquatic.

[@RobbieCumming]

Ey up Mick welcome aboard sir!

[@himself6187]

@@RobbieCumming BTW, good job on the SOUTH Yorkshire accent.

[@RobbieCumming]

😂 I blame my mates from Sheffield

[@shafiqueiqbal279]

Reminded me of my childhood for some reason this

[@KevDYAD]

Agree about the CRT logo at 4:25 their previous swan bridge hole was much nicer

[@58jennypenny]

I live here, it does this at certain times, you can get some lovely photo's ...

[@Milkandbeans]

Awesome series. Hope you make more. There is a planned canal from Milton Keynes to Bedford which would make a great feature. Canals are a national assets and need more government support.

[@tlouise9056]

My mom could tell you a few things, she was born on a canal boat on the Manchester canal and they lived on the lock here in Wolverhampton for a while even had a house on the lock too :)

[@philthorpe7671]

I can only put the extreme water clarity down to a lack of boat traffic due to the pandemic perhaps ? I live in Stalybridge near Ashton-under-lyne and can count on one hand the number of canal boat I've seen this year. The water looks lovely but it's not good for the canal as ive noticed a massive increase in weed growth I assume because of all the light now getting through. Could this perhaps lead eventually to them weeding up and becoming impassible to boats ? Hope not...

[@markphillips2076]

Good to see you back Robbie. The water in Wolverhampton wasn't that clear back in the eighties! I assume the bottom of the canal isn't mud getting stirrers up by boat's.

[@ElinorMahoney]

Me who lives in Wolverhampton 👁👄👁

[@Wondering..]

Ikrrr

[@vaughanellis7866]

Suggest you keep the safety lock key on the keys for starting the narrowboat all the hire boats do this to save hunting for the key. and I'd suggest that when you are going through locks single handed fasten the end of your centre line to one of the bollards then you can easily hand haul your boat out of the lock (its easier than it sounds) with out having to climb down, once out of the lock tie up using the centre line again, while you close the lock gates.

[@paultelegdi2360]

Robbie, the reason why the water is so clear is quite obvious to me. It’s because the locals are honest upstanding people who do not pollute their water with lies and untoward behavior.

[@RobbieCumming]

😂👌

[@RobbieCumming]

Hi Ross I’m sorry but just a couple of things - A, my friend Paul was just being silly and B, the water is not clear through lack of traffic - I passed about 5 boats that day which although does not sound like a lot it is enough to stir up silt in most canals.

[@RobbieCumming]

Ok take a look at this it might help: www.waterwayroutes.co.uk/blog/bcn-ba-19-000-01/

[@dawnoakley1776]

Are you for real!!

[@carolhiscox7494]

I once was at tring on the summit and the canal was so clear due to the pumping in of fresh water from a reservoir that I could see the bottom of a lock that was the only time in 5yrs continuous cruising that I saw that

[@stupid_ho3183]

So like we all here because we live in wolvo??

[@johnmaher9917]

Big ups Robbie...🤗

[@michaelhiggins7365]

Oh! What a beautiful and quaint little town Robbie. This place just looks so charming and peaceful, thanks so very much for this one.

[@olly5764]

what? Wolverhampton? its certainly not little (250,000 people) not a beautiful place, the decent of the 21 takes you through some of the less scabby areas, but also past the refuse incinirator, the red light district, the abandonded railway line, etc

[@HalfDayHero]

lmao put a gun to my head and I'd never guess anybody could ever say this about the City of Wolverhampton

[@guynicholls8154]

Absolutely right. Wolves is a great place with lovely folk. I was born and bred here and I'm glad to be back again after living in more exotic places here and abroad. Welcome to my town!

[@christopherclewlow6634]

Looks can be deceiving

[@jamiesehdev2663]

Lmao it's the trenches ..that engine had it spot on . Sounded like gunfire.lol my endz wv1😈🖤🔥💯

[@stevepursglove1224]

Hi Robbie, You are right, the reason the water is clear is through lack of traffic, The Birmingham old line water is usually quite clear as well. I can’t believe you have not acquired a magnet after five years of canal travelling. I hope you enjoyed your trip. Will you be coming up the shroppie or continuing up the Staffs and Worcester to great Haywood and then then Trent and Mersey. Steve P

[@matthewwright9259]

Some great camera angles.

[@Roly679]

In the sailing community it's a big no no to leave the engines idling to charge the batteries because it can glaze the piston bores. If charging batteries it's best to load the engine by leaving in gear whilst tied up. Suppose different rules for different boaters, crazy stuff

[@dudleydippers2348]

Recognize your narrowboat, spoke to you as I was Magnet fishing during the summer, your on one of my KZbin videos

[@RobbieCumming]

Ace which video?! I remember you guys trawling away under a bridge?! I defo need to get a decent magnet like yours

[@IQ_155]

@@RobbieCumming Hello Robbie. It's at the 4:30 mark of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXzPoHuohKyca7c

[@firkinflyer]

we did the wolverhampton 21 at the end of August the same direction as you and the first seven pounds were empty of water as somebody had left the gate paddles up and the top gates leak so badly. i had to call the crt to help refill the pounds overnight.

[@RobbieCumming]

😤

[@SpaceCowby]

durring lockdown 1 the CRT filled these EVERY day from about 7am.

[@OldNickHindle]

Great vid Robbie :) I went to Uni at Wolverhampton (it was a "Poly" then) - the water was far from clear then! We are on the East Anglian rivers and EA tell us to turn off our engines when in locks. I like this - saves getting lungfuls of nano-particles or whatever else!

[@OldNickHindle]

Oh, and you searching for the lock security key reminded me of this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYjFlZmojpdkZq8

[@windsorlad1000]

The EA require it on the Thames locks as well, which are staffed my lock keepers. This is so you can hear their instructions. But you are probably right ablout being healthier.

[@kitwest61]

Another classic created Robbie 👌 Thanks P.S. I'm told it's gin. Hence the little known Wolverhampton saying: "...I'm in the drink..." I've made that up by the way. Please don't drink the water.

[@ifax1245]

You should close the gates and paddles in case of a gate/paddle failure so you don't empty an entire section of water.

[@kenmatthews4395]

In my misspent youth I have seen the results of eejits opening every paddle from lock 2 all the way to Aldersley. By the time the water flow reaches lock 17 or 18 it goes over the top of the lock gates and the towpath impassable due to the flooding.

[@philnbspook6446]

Robbie i found the BML to be the cleanest water of any canal i have travelled on. The only reason i can think is there are vitually no trees dropping leaves leaves in the water and all of the industries which would have used it as a sewer have gone. Any redevelopment has tended to be posh appartments. So as we say in the black, "Glad yo liked it me mon" Ps "Come on me babbies, up the Wolves"

[@angevara6708]

this was interesting to watch.

[@RobbieCumming]

Thanks Ange👍

[@jordanirvine9739]

That was me and my best mate walking past the canal 😂 how crazy. I’m the girl with the primark bag 😂

[@QPRTokyo]

Concrete and stone banks. I guess that is why it is clear. Just a thought. Plus the pumps as the other comments mention.

[@MuddyBootz]

Hi Robbie, wish I had known you were passing through.....I am only a couple of miles away and would have given you some help through the flight of locks 😀👍. I could have shown you a few decent watering holes as well 🍺🍺.....All the best 🌻 Nigel .......MuddyBootz Allotment 🌻🌻

[@RobbieCumming]

Sorry Nigel! So difficult to arrange local meet-ups with everyone what with pandemic and just the unpredictable nature of narrowboat life! I mean it’s taken me four years to arrange a meet up with Matt 😂

[@MuddyBootz]

@@RobbieCumming No problem mate, maybe next time ....there are a few watering holes I would like to show you that you may enjoy 😀👍🏻

[@jasonbrant6394]

I reckon the water is so clear due to lack of traffic . 21 locks through the middle of Wolverhampton not many people's idea of a good time. Unfortunately that means the silt has all settled to the bottom making the canals that little bit shallower. Good to see you moving again , it's a long way up north from there.😄

[@willgaukler8979]

...agreed ... also the shellfish have filtered out all the extra silt... the lack of traffic in general has let the silt settle... watch it return fast as the boats return...

[@MegaSuperpotter]

Go Robbie!

[@peterclarkson7317]

Was good to bump into you (metaforicaly speaking 🤣 ) coming through the 21, it was at least one set of gates you didn't have to close. Hope you don't mind but done a screen shot of us passing each other.

[@dianagraham8093]

Just subbed this will keep me sain.👍

[@NarrowboatWill]

Great vlog dude..