This canal series has been your best episodes ever. This is fascinating and looks like so much fun!

I did this trip with my grandma when i was 12 years old. I am 38 now, my grandma has passed and I still remember that trip like it was yesterday. It was hands down my favorite trip i have ever been on. Thank you for this upload.

I had a trip in a narrowboat drawn by a horse on the Kennet & Avon canal. At one point the owner asked everyone on board to stop talking. It was so quiet it was sublime

The reason the 5 miles of the canal from Trevor to Llangollen is so narrow is because it wasn't originally built for boats to go along it, but purely to supply water to the canal from the Horseshoe falls. From Trevor it flows the whole length of the canal (39 miles) into a large reservoir in order to supply water for residents in the nearby town of Crewe.

This series has inspired me to add a new item to my bucket list - great adventures with a mix of holiday relaxing in between!

Mr Telford , and Mr Jessop , take a bow , .....we couldn't build that today , but you did it

I will say not many places or journeys have inspired me to travel again ( It has been 7 years since leaving Australia), but viewing this journey on the canal system has reignited that 'travel nomad fire' inside my soul and I WILL be doing this!! If only we could jump into our screens haha.

This is now on my bucket list. This would be so fun! Thank you for taking us on this journey.

I love this series so much. I don't think I will ever get tired of seeing people enjoy the canals. Cannot wait for my turn some day!

I am thoroughly enjoying this 'longboat' series. Y'all just look like you're living your best lives. I am still waiting for the tour of Mik's & Nicole's boat.😉

I caught myself holding my breath at a couple spots. 1795 finished in 1805 and still works. Amazing. Oh and I don’t think I would ever want to leave that beautiful little town. Great canal trip, thanks for bringing us along!

Mike acting like a horse so he could marvel at and show us how the bridge works like: *"A small price to pay, for salvation"* Between you and Nicole, you're definitely more of the history and geography person! Love how passionate you are with learning history. History is so important, especially right now. History is who we are and why we are the way we are. And no volume of history is insignificant, even the worst chapters

Who knew longboats could be so much fun? It just feel magical. The lush green hills and valleys with animals, the soothing waterways. I could easily live on one of these boats. Thank you for the adventure. I find myself thinking about the next video about halfway through the week. Great work!

This has to be the pinnacle video for DownieLive! So much good content here!

My mother would tell me about going to school in Dublin in the 50s, she used to cross the canal by jumping on and off Guinness barges as it was quicker than walking to the bridge or locks. I could well believe kids hung off the side of the railings to save time going to school 🙂

This series gets better and better with each episode!

This boat looks so beautiful! Blue, my favorite colour, the cozy living room and fireplace! And the acqueduct (spelling?) was stunning. The tunnel in the next episode looks epic, can't wait!

This just keeps getting better! It was nice to meet Rachel. 1st for me to see black sheep too. The town was adorable, very inviting. Peaceful. I'm really enjoying the history of these boats. Neat how the road lifts, how the channels work. Looking forward to next week.

I really appreciate Nicole’s explanation of why they pass on the right by boat. That makes so much sense! Genius!❤

You've shown us that you have to be in good shape for these canal trips or else be stuck behind a bridge, and you'd better not be afraid of heights when crossing that amazing aqueduct. I still find it hard to fathom a canal too narrow for two boats to pass each other. Great trip!

I grew up in Ellesmere, where this video ended. This video shows a tiny proportion of the Llangollen branch of the Shropshire Union. The best thing to do is start nearer the start of the canal, traversing the locks and natural beauty, stopping in to the Montgomery canal and walking where it used to go, using Llangollen as as the pinnacle of the trip. That marina at the end never used to be there and it used to be a nightmare. You have to walk up to the horse shoe falls and see the horse shoe pass. My late father used to fit-out canal boats on the canal-side and we would use them for a year before selling them on. I have been up this stretch more times than I can count. One of my favourite spots on the Llangollen canal having grown up on it, is just around the corner from Ellesmere, (and I can’t believe you just missed it) Blakemere. Here the bank between the canal and the mere (big pond) is only about 10 meters, and it’s so picturesque and peaceful. The rhododendron bloom is a sight to see. Love the videos, lots of nostalgia, need to get myself back on a boat.

Love you adventures but , I really love your outlook! Such a positive experience! Thank you for being you, I appreciate you!

My wife and I have done Viking river cruises but this looks next level. This was great. Thank you for posting.

It's the grown up version of those little boats that went round and round at the county fair. I'm so glad I found your channel!!

I cant wait for the last episode! I cant decide if I like these, or the Train rides from the most southern to the most northern station.

I'm really loving this canal series even more than your train stuff. I have watched thousands of travel videos and never seen anyone take a multi-day canal trip! Thank you for showing this unusual form of travel.

Amazing series! Thanks for making this possible for us to learn new stuff and watch you guys adventure!

I commented on your last episode of canal adventure, Vlog Ep.2, and can't resist in doing likewise with this one - superb coverage of our UK canal system highlighting the amazing fact that it still exists in the modern world 200+ years after development. In no small part to the Canal & River Trust and the myriad of unseen volunteers who maintain and assist in such waterways that we all enjoy. Having holidayed in western Canada for over 23 years I'm delighted you have likewise enjoyed our UK hospitality, scenery, and friendship in todays turbulent world. Onwards to Episode 4 .

I didnt know you could rent these boats like this before this series,; I thought most people lived on them full time. And now I feel like I'm gonna have to do this one day. What a unique way to explore the UK.

I really like that you show achievable travel gems.

You always make each one of your trips extra special. I love all of the info you share that makes it special for anyone else that would like to travel that way in the future. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to making your videos not only informative but also very entertaining.

Fantastic. I have kayaked across this, the first time was AWESOME. The other times were equally awesome but for a different reason. I was a member of a Kayak club and guiding first timers over and seeing their reaction was a privilege. Thanks for refreshing such memories'.

Isn’t it just amazing! We just did the same trip across the aqueduct. After 17 years of living in Singapore and Texas , we sold up and moved back home to the UK and have been living aboard our narrowboat full time for over a year now. Best decision ever! So glad you got to experience the beauty of the UK waterways. Such a different way to see our beautiful country. Really enjoyed your canal series ❤

You honestly have the coolest life ever. I love being able to live through your videos and see the world. Thank you for that. I'm glad you don't take any of it for granted either.

I love your videos so much. They keep making me think about how much I've always wanted to just explore and see the world before I get too old to or something. I never even knew canal boating was a thing nevermind something as awesome as it is. The views and community seem vastly unique in the best ways.

lovely to see you experiencing the beauty and history of llangollen. brings back so many memories having spent a good few summers there when i was younger.

Everything about this episode was fantastic! Loved, loved, loved it!

Another great adventure !!! This is something my family would love to do. Thank you, Love to you and Nicole.

Love living vicariously through you! What an amazing series so far! Thanks for sharing!

This series just keep getting better and better!

I'm running out of words to describe the awesome job you do(and the awesome job Nicole does at keeping the spiders away).... Thanks again and be well !

Again, so enjoyable to watch! I admire how each of you tackles this new adventure as though you’ve traveled by long boat for years. This may be a US vs Canada thing, but I grin each time I hear “cow field” rather than pasture. 😊

I so appreciate this series not only for the original and authentic content but also for the thoughtful, genuine, and engaging commentary.

Thank you for showing us your journey. Can hardly wait for part four.

Loving this series! This is something that I would love to do someday.

So nice watching you get excited about our canals. I sometimes meet Americans who have bought barges to live aboard and explore the country, it’s such a great way to see the best parts of the UK while avoiding our nightmarish road network.

I've not finished the series yet - and I've never been "out on the water" BUT I grew up next to the Huddersfield Narrow Canal (Standedge Tunnel Edge) I feel this has been the most authentic and quintessential canal experience you have had yet! Beautiful to see you guys experiencing this 😊😊

So, awesome! That aqueduct was incredible; and more incredible, it was built a long time ago. Loved this journey with the two of you (and friend)!

Another great episode of life on narrow and shallow waterways...pretty incredible as I have never heard of these. I look forward to the next episode and how you and Nicole fare. Keep up the great work!

Super jealous of your adventures, you're killing it out there bro! Love the positive energy!

That's some Secret Garden level scenery there. Absolutely beautiful! The horse drawn boat looked like a fairy tale and it blows my mind that something like that exists. That trip across the aqueduct reminded me of the old timey water log rides in amusement parks, only with a much better view. How incredible that something like that was built so long ago. It cracks me up that you can jump out of the boat and walk along the path just whenever, like when the ladies went for a walk while you parked the boat. Too funny!

i just love love love this series of videos. I'd love to do this one day!

You always do an excellent travellog Mike. The 1st I saw was with trains, going up to Alaska - just brilliant so I want to buy tickets. Now you're doing the same but with narrowboats, very well done. You do very good adventure guides ...

My ancestors are from Wales and I’ve always wanted to explore the canals. Outstanding video! What beautiful landscapes

Lovely episode as always. I'm really enjoying the series.

Another one above the heights! I could see you two being permanent tour guides in Wales!

these videos make my day and inspire me while doing so and this series has really given me an insight into some of the best places on earth - keep up the good work!

Downie I've been obsessed with your channel since the first time I watched a couple months ago. I love your videography, story telling, and editing. I'm excited to see where else I can travel with you as you explore the world in unique ways. Also I love that you blog all the great moments, but the intimate more personal moments that you share you keep them private. Can't wait for the next one

Another great episode Mike! Great series and channel, look forward to the next adventure. Your positive, engaging attitude is the best.

The husband I did this bridge and route May 2022 , loved it so much going back for a longer vacation from the states

I'm really glad I found your channel by chance. One of my favorite decisions ever.

Wow! How beautiful and bucolic! What a great adventure.

Wow Mike! This series was my favorite of all your videos. What a fantastic adventure you had. I've seen these UK longboats before and would love to do it. I like that you included the history too. I hope you will include Nicole in future videos, she's lovely! 😍

We are sure enjoying your Narrowboat journeys in the UK. Outstanding scenery! Great job Michael, Nicole & Rachel. Awesome! We're watching from Arizona

We did our first narrowboat trip on the Llangollen back in 1981 and fell in love with cruising. Over the years since, we have racked up over 3,000 miles on the UK and French canals. Every time I see a video of a boat going over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, my knees still get weak. Enjoyed your vlog.

Thank you for all the great information you are putting out here! Love the series! (Even though I'm still a train person) loving this series also!

Thanks for taking us along!!!! A dream to take a boat on the canals once again before I get too old!!!!!

This has been my fave series so far

I'm really loving this series. Please keep going and bringing us Downie travels by whatever is next!

Love your travels and your narratives. Your conversations with the cows are extremely entertaining. I'll be there with you next week. Stay safe. Thanks for sharing! 😃 💙

I am loving this series! I had no idea this was even a thing. I have been on houseboats in the US all my life. This is now on my list!

Great job on the video Mike! Thanks for making it.

Just another fabulous trip in the canals. I am really looking into doing this. Love it!

Great job! The video is super informative, and you have a great attitude.

Superb.....(MANY years ago l sailed across this aqueduct)...great presentation and filming.THANKYOU

Our family has been really enjoying your canal holiday. Very picturesque and handy having pubs on the banks if they were serving food. Some parts look stressful. Great footage, editing as always. Wonderful video

Enjoying this series. Great work to you and your team.

I love this series!

You all had way too much fun. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

I am really enjoying each episode of this series, just brilliant!

Nice to see your new episode Downie.thx for sharing gift ideas for us about phone accessories to make my Apple devices even more useful! Outstanding!

Thoroughly loving this series! Can’t wait for the next episode! ❤

Wow how exciting!!! Thank you for sharing your adventure.

I love this part of the UK and think you did a marvellous job of showing it to your audience. Really nice video which made me a bit teary at times. Thanks.

Look forward to all the videos, brother! Here's to safe travels and safe adventuring!

It's so awesome to see beautiful sceneries....I can't wait to see it myself...thanks for sharing, mate.

This has been a great series! Looking forward to the next episode and more!

This series is amazing. I've always been a fan of fast boats, but this looks so relaxing

What an incredible trip! Am enjoying this so much...each episode makes me want to drop everything and go explore the canals. : ) Can hardly wait for next week's installment. : )

This canal series is the best travel vlog on KZfaq by far, cheers from Toronto

Greetings from Arkansas! I like how you add cultural tidbits such as the Welsh pronunciation of Llangollen with the double "ll" as "cluh". That aquaduct is a trip! Your adventures are filled with these small items that build the big picture so well. Thank you!!

Fantastic series. Loving the canal travels.

Digging this series! Beautiful and stunning.

I watched this video and now I have gone down the rabbit hole of your videos. I am hooked

It’s honestly a stunning beauty canals feels so old timey and I love it!!

As I understand it the Llangollen Canal was never finished, it was supposed to continue north from the aqueduct towards the industrial north west. But an easier and cheaper route to the east was completed first, making the Llangollen Canal uneconomic. The branch to Llangollen principally built to supply water to the main canal and never expected to have significant traffic, so could be so narrow.

I’m obsessed with this series!

Good video! I was in Wales in October and did the Anglesey coastal hike from Holy Head to Baumaris and then made a pilgrimage (by train) to Llangollen and the Pontycycylte and then on to Chester and points north. You might say that I'm a Thomas Telford 'groupie' and have made a point of trying to cross every structure he designed. So far it is the old stone bridge in Drumnadrochit and the Menai Strait bridge and this grand aqueduct. Still some others to cross -- he built things to last. I stayed in Llangollen for a couple of days -- great little city although it would probably be overrun with other tourists in the Summer. Sadly I didn't have a boat and had to be satisfied with walking back and for a few times and grabbing some pretty decent drone footage.

You're living the good life! And we're enjoying living it right alongside you!

Michaels videos are so fun to watch and makes Saturday the best. Hopefully Michael never quits uploading videos... 😎