291B Canal boat cruise with a pirate

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  • čas přidán 15. 03. 2023
  • This is Part 2 of the day I spent with Heidi, the Narrowboat Pirate, aboard her boat "The Rum Wench". In this video, we cruise a little way up the Llangollen Canal in north Wales, starting from the Prees branch.
    See Part 1 at: • 291a A day in the life...
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Komentáře • 563

  • @TheNarrowboatPirate
    @TheNarrowboatPirate Před rokem +218

    Awww brilliant David, I really enjoyed our time together and will hopefully see you again soon. My interpretation of this lovely cruise will be out next week hopefully. It may have a little naughtiness in it though 😂🏴‍☠️

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  Před rokem +27

      Can't wait!

    • @6412mars
      @6412mars Před rokem +8

      My absolute favorite is the Pirate!

    • @craigbowie8925
      @craigbowie8925 Před rokem +14

      I bet she’s a real Naughty Lass, oh wait, that’s Robbie’s boat.

    • @AkX1353
      @AkX1353 Před rokem +5

      I'll be checking your channel. Great stuff. Pretty country.

    • @jamesa7506
      @jamesa7506 Před rokem +1

      ☺☺👍by the tip of your cutlass no doubt!

  • @edsageseamaster3440
    @edsageseamaster3440 Před rokem +13

    What a lovely produced mini series. So nice to see the huge variety of boats and small businesses out there on the cut.

  • @SecretSquirrelFun
    @SecretSquirrelFun Před rokem +6

    My two favourite narrowboat people 😀
    On the same boat AND in the same video - it doesn’t get much better than this ❤
    🙂🐿🌈❤️
    A buttered Hot Cross bun, with a warming cuppa tea would be perfect right about now 🙂
    Brrrrrrr it’s cold in Sydney.

  • @firefly2k7uk
    @firefly2k7uk Před 8 měsíci +4

    "Heidi has the most marvelous horn" Oh David I bet that's what you tell all the ladies on the canal ;)

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  Před 8 měsíci +2

      No, I tell them I have the most marvellous horn 😉🤣

    • @firefly2k7uk
      @firefly2k7uk Před 8 měsíci

      @@CruisingTheCut does that count as blowing your own trumpet?

  • @caz-nbgalatea1528
    @caz-nbgalatea1528 Před rokem +8

    Great vlog David. Never known Heidi be so quiet…. And we’ll behaved!!!!!!😂😂

  • @marilynpease8782
    @marilynpease8782 Před rokem +4

    I really enjoy your, witty, self-deprecating humor. Great video as usual.

  • @12799MaDeuce
    @12799MaDeuce Před rokem +4

    Chug chug chug chug chug chug chug chug
    That sound never gets old

  • @Bartlebooth23
    @Bartlebooth23 Před rokem +3

    Heidi is a hoot, and a most excellent person. I had the pleasure of cruising with her on Hazel the Wellbeing boat. A real pro, she is!

  • @suzettecalleja3122
    @suzettecalleja3122 Před rokem +3

    I liked your videos when you had your boat, but I like your videos since you sold your boat, and gone to this way much more. I didn't think that was possible. So much to see and learn. Thank you. One of the biggest benefits is seeing the English countryside by boat, seeing all the different people you interview.

  • @geoffreynolds8835
    @geoffreynolds8835 Před rokem +6

    So you're a pirate in training now, David .
    To errr is human
    To arrr is pirate ☠️

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  Před rokem +3

      Hahahahaha. Or should that be harrrrr harrrrr harrrrr

  • @richardnewell7958
    @richardnewell7958 Před rokem +4

    I forget how much I always enjoyed your cruising videos. I guess I need to go back to #1 and start over.

  • @gillgregory6327
    @gillgregory6327 Před rokem +4

    Loved this David. Heidi is a genuinely lovely person with a very watchable channel. I note she kept her usual innuendo under control 😅

  • @umbertoyltp
    @umbertoyltp Před rokem +3

    What a wonderful two part portrait, mixing personalities and life on Heidi's vessel. Narrated in David style.

  • @melissaledonne9027
    @melissaledonne9027 Před rokem +2

    I just love the narrow boat pirate. I am so glad you did this documentary. She is such a wonderful lady. Funny also. She's very inspirational for women. I have learned so much about the canals, locks, toe paths. High tunnels and different bridges. I hope to visit your country someday. Just beautiful.

  • @andrewsharpe6317
    @andrewsharpe6317 Před 22 hodinami

    Thanks David, we were looking at a narrowboat, but ended up with a 24 foot Cruiser, and are dipping our toes in the water community.

  • @carolleenkelmann4751
    @carolleenkelmann4751 Před rokem +2

    "Lowering the Bridge is the reverse of raising it." Yes, I'd agree with that bit of logic. 😇
    So lovely to be touring on the canal again. Heidi's Boat's Horn is definitely reminiscent of Toad's escapades with the automobile.

  • @modestadventurers
    @modestadventurers Před rokem +3

    I do love the sound of a Lister engine. Glad to see Hedi kept her flaps in check.

  • @holly-go-lightly
    @holly-go-lightly Před rokem +3

    Love the sound of that Lister. Beautiful smooth canal!

  • @ontheroad_again
    @ontheroad_again Před rokem +5

    I really do miss your regular narrow boat travels.

  • @eveb446
    @eveb446 Před rokem +3

    Thank you David and Heidi for this beautiful, tranquil and scenic cruise. I love hot cross buns, toasted and buttered!! Yum, yum!

  • @letsbefrank6269
    @letsbefrank6269 Před rokem +2

    Heidi, I just wanted to comment that I love the sound of your Lister engine, you must be very attached to your narrowboat it always looks so tidy and well maintained. It was great to see you handling your narrowboat with ease, while David filmed. 0:08 😊

  • @Patrick_Star_Agent
    @Patrick_Star_Agent Před rokem +2

    ‘lowering the bridge is the reverse of raising it’
    agreed

  • @thoughtsonnarrowboatingwit3882

    Another double dose of Heidi…. Thanks David. Heidi’s casual wit and easy humorous exchange is a joy to watch. She is by far the more enduring of the many boating channels here on CZcams, unlike most she is bound to be here for many years to come and second to none! Nice to see you back at the helm David, so cool of you to feature Heidi on your Channel, she is my favorite boater.

  • @midwesturbanfarmstead
    @midwesturbanfarmstead Před rokem +2

    Came onto Heidi's videos from David's, and have now gone back and watched 20 or more of hers. I do believe this is the first video in awhile I haven't heard Heidi mention 'Lock j!zz." Or 'wet the lips' with Kraken or Dead Man's Something or Other. I sincerely do appreciate the uniqueness you both bring into the world.

  • @sdpicturecard6858
    @sdpicturecard6858 Před rokem +2

    Another lovely, well-done video. Always a pleasure to watch your videos. It was so nice of Heidi to invite you aboard, and your professional presentation of your visit and canal journey are second-to-none. Cheers!

  • @freddypflugbeil6
    @freddypflugbeil6 Před rokem +3

    So much fun watching the show. Thanks from New York

  • @pollenhead
    @pollenhead Před 3 měsíci +1

    I've been enjoying Heidi for a year but just realized I found her on your channel. Thanks. Also, van related, I've been enjoying Lou and Emily for a long while thanks to your recommendation so thanks for that as well.

  • @sharpbends
    @sharpbends Před rokem +5

    Great video, hope you get that small narrow boat some day :-)

  • @leona_devon
    @leona_devon Před rokem +3

    I love watching Heidi's vlogs, always a good view and she is such a lovely person.

  • @robsin2810
    @robsin2810 Před rokem +3

    You just can’t stay away from the canals. Tiny narrow boat coming, David.🇦🇺🙏👍

  • @bryanflanigan4604
    @bryanflanigan4604 Před rokem +3

    Heidi may be rubbing off on you. You said bridge hole. Lol
    Really enjoyed this one David, Heidi is a hoot

  • @englishmaninfrance661
    @englishmaninfrance661 Před rokem +2

    That Lister just sounded greeaaat . Excellent entertainment David

  • @Margaret_J
    @Margaret_J Před rokem +2

    Brilliant! The sound of that Lister engine does it every time 😊 Maybe you need a tiny boat fund David - and then a private mooring and a shed 😂 Excellent commentary as always & Great vlog Will look forward to Heidi's version too! ☠️

  • @TheRailfan32
    @TheRailfan32 Před rokem +3

    Awesome video! I do miss your narrow boating adventures!

  • @laurahenshaw3590
    @laurahenshaw3590 Před rokem +2

    Congrats! You scored an additional video comment! Lol! Just wanted to point out where I've put my money... I keep watching you pilot other people's narrow boats and know Wreyland was a fine lady for your first. You, sir, will own an electric tiny or short narrow boat. You, like many of us, just can't escape the water and boat life. You just have to find the right fit. I've called it. Put my money down! 😂 You'll improve your house, sell it at a profit, and buy your almost-dream-boat (bc who can really afford their actual Dream Boat?). Keep at it, Mr. Johns. You're doing great!

  • @century2298
    @century2298 Před rokem +2

    A beautiful cruse. Much enjoyed in spite of the gray sky. Thank you for taking us along.

  • @simon4525
    @simon4525 Před rokem +2

    I have to say David, you did look very much "at home" on the tiller ! Great vlog, keep them coming.

  • @ratroddiesels1981
    @ratroddiesels1981 Před rokem +4

    this was a wonderful video , i enjoy the grey skies . cheers

  • @philgray3443
    @philgray3443 Před rokem +2

    That made a pleasant Friday lunch even better.

  • @timcattley1056
    @timcattley1056 Před rokem +1

    Am really impressed by The Rum Wench's swimming ability. She may have a 3 foot draft but she moves through the water with hardly a ripple even when up to normal cruising speed and also appears to suck very little water back when going through the Llangollen bridges. A good hull design and build no doubt.

  • @michaelcoker3197
    @michaelcoker3197 Před rokem +1

    Two of the best! You're the reasons there are so many fans. Good to see David again, and a bit of a smile for Heidi.

  • @waltersims493
    @waltersims493 Před rokem +3

    Brilliant! Classic Cruising the Cut…loved this, David!

  • @dennyporter2447
    @dennyporter2447 Před rokem +2

    Ahh.. nice to see another cruising the cut vlog.. oh how I miss them.. I will definitely check out her vlog now! What a cool Pirate boat.. so awesome.. I really like how the canal walls was so high above the terrain.. Thanks for sharing your experience David.. Cheers from Missouri USA..

  • @titankiller666
    @titankiller666 Před rokem +2

    When it comes to watching narrowboats you're the only two I ever watch here on CZcams and I'll tell you the rest cannot compare to the content you two put out when it comes to narrowboating, the content that's put out by you and Heidi is highly educational and entertaining plus you guys are not a bunch of conceited airbags that just go on and on about nothing never miss an episode of Cruising the cut and The narrowboat pirate😎👍👍💯🇨🇦🇬🇧

  • @donaldgehre5964
    @donaldgehre5964 Před rokem +1

    Heidi's engine is one of the cleanest I've seen. She obviously takes good care of it. Nice video David!

  • @zapfanzapfan
    @zapfanzapfan Před rokem +3

    Cool horn but I fully expected her to use the canon as warning to other boaters 😉

  • @robertlalor8090
    @robertlalor8090 Před rokem +2

    Lovely vlog, like a gentle breeze on a warm summer's day - so very peaceful. Thanks for sharing David.

  • @trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501

    Lovely cruise and informative too. Love Heidi’s awesome boat. Stunning. Best wishes to u both.

  • @doctorpc4x4
    @doctorpc4x4 Před rokem +2

    Finally got to see how a single handed does a lift bridge another great video

  • @geomark8851
    @geomark8851 Před rokem +2

    Love that Lister! Reminds me of a old John Deere Poppin' Johnny.

  • @christineprice5463
    @christineprice5463 Před rokem +1

    Nice trip. I really like the pirate. I have been watching Heidi for a few months. ❤

  • @franktuckwell196
    @franktuckwell196 Před rokem +2

    Two of the best here in one, absolute winner.

  • @pilpelet100
    @pilpelet100 Před rokem +1

    Good to see you back on the tiller David. You get the best of both worlds with this. Thanks for posting. I look forward to seeing Heidi's interpretation!

  • @1tonyboat
    @1tonyboat Před rokem +2

    👍👍👍👍👍👍 and subscribed to The Narrow Boat Pirate ...keep em coming David ...

  • @randynovick7972
    @randynovick7972 Před rokem +2

    You know, it's funny, David, that I have always thought you were more overly cautious rather than blase. Still a fun episode, pleasure to see you at a tiller again. Makes me a bit wistful, if I'm honest. Thanks for this!

  • @ianraffel7505
    @ianraffel7505 Před rokem +2

    You were well catered for there on your pirate run, David. Another marvellous character on the canal. Great video.

  • @jamesellsworth9673
    @jamesellsworth9673 Před rokem +1

    'The Bankside Sprinter' gets it all on camera!

  • @mikem201
    @mikem201 Před rokem +1

    Delightful on several different levels. Something very comforting, soothing almost about a Lester ticking over like a fine watch. I like Heidi and you 2 together, going to check out her channel.

  • @jcurtis4082
    @jcurtis4082 Před rokem +2

    Nicely done. Spoken as a one who appreciates the sound of a Lister.
    But more importantly, I appreciate your POV in this video. You were able to show more of the day-to-day routine. I enjoyed it.

  • @t-n-tew7468
    @t-n-tew7468 Před rokem +1

    There's our gal Heidi. Thanks again David. Looks like you broke the "Girls Only". Now that's a special occasion.

  • @cbhlde
    @cbhlde Před rokem +2

    Great video, as always, but now with a personal twist:
    My lovely partner is using your most evenly and lovely voice as well as your traditional pronunciation to learn that fabulous language of yours.
    Thank you very much and cheerio! :)

    • @CruisingTheCut
      @CruisingTheCut  Před rokem +3

      Love that! 😀

    • @cbhlde
      @cbhlde Před rokem

      @@CruisingTheCut Yeah, I really love that, too. BTW: Could you work in antiestablishmentarianism in one of the next videos? 🥸😄

  • @shardlake
    @shardlake Před rokem +1

    Another fine episode, also following Heidi which is another great channel to follow. There was a distinctive smile when you took the tiller, I see you with a Wilderness Boat one day, towing it around behind the camper van to explore distant waterways :)

  • @sandihandi7831
    @sandihandi7831 Před rokem +1

    Very nice video David. Your smile says you must have thoroughly been enjoying yourself steering the boat. I love watching Heidi. She has such a beautiful smile and a wonderful sense of humor. I enjoy watching her. Nice you got to get onto the canal again and do some "driving". Take care and travel safe.

  • @Lego6980
    @Lego6980 Před rokem +2

    Thanks David and Heidi. A decent cruising video. Very much appreciated.

  • @Pooky-Cat
    @Pooky-Cat Před rokem +2

    Another excellent video David, we are now new subscribers to Heidi's channel. Also I'd like to thank you for your help in getting me and hubby through the early days of the pandemic lockdown. Watching your videos was a godsend 🙂

  • @youknowme8578
    @youknowme8578 Před rokem +3

    A pirate doesn't push one off a ship, a good one will make them walk the plank.😜

  • @isobelchapman9548
    @isobelchapman9548 Před rokem +2

    Grand, thank you David. So tranquil and love the sound of the engine.

  • @ravenskye6595
    @ravenskye6595 Před rokem +1

    I love Heidi- she is so awesome.

  • @whiskymacable
    @whiskymacable Před rokem +3

    Nice to see you cruising again David even as a guest, I hope you do get another boat and will look forward to watching your vlogs again if you make some, Cruising the Cut was the first ever canal boat vlog I ever watched and got me deeply interested again. 👍

  • @seniorslaphead8336
    @seniorslaphead8336 Před rokem +1

    Piloting someone else's boat is always, an experience... well done for not stacking it into the bank. 😉

  • @gingerbob
    @gingerbob Před rokem +1

    Good to see you got your hands on Heidi's tiller 😉 looking very comfortable I must say 😀 great two parter with two fab canal characters 😀 looking forward to Heidi's take on this trip 😉 xx

  • @SecretSquirrelFun
    @SecretSquirrelFun Před rokem +1

    I’m enjoying watching as you have discovered the joys of simply being a passenger.
    Occasionally helping out of course, but otherwise enjoying the ride, or getting on with other tasks.
    There are endless vlogs from the perspective of the pilot/driver, but not much from anyone else onboard - am I making any sense.
    I don’t know, it just seems like the overall experience of being a passenger/crew would be really different from that of the pilot/driver/captain. VERY different indeed.
    🤔 it’s just a thought, but it is glorious to see you discovering the simple joys of just being a passenger.

  • @jamminjami103
    @jamminjami103 Před rokem +2

    What a lovely trip David! You did great with the controls of handling the boat. Eye Eye Mate!

  • @thomasbernecky2078
    @thomasbernecky2078 Před rokem +1

    can we look forward to Heidi showing us how to do locks next David? Tiny boat crowdfunding time David.

  • @elainesodano5424
    @elainesodano5424 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for sharing your adventures with Heidi I love it.

  • @wdhewson
    @wdhewson Před rokem +2

    Superb travel log and character "log" !

  • @leswallace2426
    @leswallace2426 Před rokem +1

    So glad to see you get out on the canals David, never a landlubber! Rather jealous you got to cruise with the magical Heidi though! Thanks for this, great you're still making canal videos.

  • @scottgordon1781
    @scottgordon1781 Před rokem +2

    Nice to see the Daffs out :-)

  • @JanelleVocate-Ames
    @JanelleVocate-Ames Před rokem +2

    YAY!!!! And thank you

  • @janetbodell5639
    @janetbodell5639 Před rokem +3

    love your comments and comical self-degradations!😂🙃🥰

  • @timothywalker4563
    @timothywalker4563 Před rokem +1

    I’ve only seen you on streaming tv, and now on CZcams. I feel like I’m watching the Magician revealing his tricks with a wonderful assist Hydei😊

  • @thomastrout9997
    @thomastrout9997 Před rokem +1

    A lovely sail down memory lane, thank you.

  • @MichaelSmith-oj7to
    @MichaelSmith-oj7to Před rokem +1

    Vloggers everywhere. Passed the rum wench, being followed by Rhapsody in blue on the Llangollen today!😂👍

  • @RaymondCore
    @RaymondCore Před rokem +1

    Thanks, David. Always a pleasure.

  • @harrypenn611
    @harrypenn611 Před rokem +5

    Arrrrrr be a cheese sandwich we be having me hartys

  • @markattardo
    @markattardo Před rokem +1

    Enjoyed the cruise! Thank you David and Heidi.

  • @Turleyswheels
    @Turleyswheels Před 8 měsíci +2

    That was just ace thank you ❤

  • @garrettswoodworx1873
    @garrettswoodworx1873 Před rokem

    Great to see you once again enjoying being "on the cut"! Thanks for taking us along, David.

  • @rkeith4442
    @rkeith4442 Před rokem +1

    I love the sound of the Lister engine !😃

  • @frankparsons1629
    @frankparsons1629 Před rokem +2

    Thats a very pleasing chug there David. And good to know you are still involved with canal life.

  • @DenaliDad
    @DenaliDad Před rokem

    Two unrelated and perhaps opposing comments:
    1. I do love the sound of those old engines. That 'chug-chug-chug' sound is peaceful and enjoyable.
    2. If I could relocate to the canals--it will never happen--I would want to live on a hybrid with a mostly-silent engine.
    But more than anything, I enjoy your vlogs because of the sound and video quality. It is clear that being a professional presenter, not just a CZcams influencer, makes your videos far more enjoyable than many I watch...and I spend a LOT of time cruising the cut on CZcams!

  • @juliemeanor6531
    @juliemeanor6531 Před rokem +1

    Ahoy me hearty! Great fun, thanks David. Always enjoy your videos.

  • @davidtop2
    @davidtop2 Před rokem +1

    Awww isn’t that just a lovely video! So relaxing to watch. I’ve been a fan for years David. Do carry on! :-)

  • @davidjones8680
    @davidjones8680 Před rokem +1

    Oooo Arrr and shiver me timbers me harty! Twas an excellent watch, Just what i needed to accompany my lunchtime cheese sandwich and hearty mug of char.

  • @whitneylake2107
    @whitneylake2107 Před rokem +1

    Sooooo relaxing. Thank you.

  • @terrycook8914
    @terrycook8914 Před rokem +1

    What a lovely cruise...So good to see you manning the tiller again. It was a wonderful way to start my day. Thank you for that! 😃

  • @rackhuff928
    @rackhuff928 Před rokem +2

    Wish i could get my ass over to UK and get in the cut bro. Dream life

  • @coupster5464
    @coupster5464 Před rokem +1

    Lovely Vid David.. and many Thanks to Heidi too.. the view from the elevated 'cut' was pretty fab..

  • @model101t800
    @model101t800 Před rokem +1

    Still fascinating to see that navigating off small canals, I own a Utrecht Pram myself but enjoy a bow thruster

  • @daveduffy1755
    @daveduffy1755 Před rokem

    Great commentary and views thank dave and hiede