187. The £40million canal restoration in central England

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A few weeks ago, I cruised past what remains of the Lichfield canal, now used by the Lichfield Cruising Club, and mentioned that the canal is under restoration. In this vlog I've been to meet the team who are heading up that restoration and see the scale of the works underway.
2023 UPDATE!!! I returned in August 2023 to see how they're getting on: see • 310. The epic work it ...
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@bmwoutlander 3 жыл бұрын

Could we have an update?

@CruisingTheCut 3 жыл бұрын

The Trust has its own channel with updates; I won't go back until a few years have passed as restorations are a very slow process and essentially the story would remain the same for a long while. I'll return once there's been substantial changes that make a worthwhile "then and now" comparison.

@LHCRT 3 жыл бұрын

Please do subscribe to our channel.

@Widestone001 3 жыл бұрын

@@LHCRT Done! :-)

@bobuncle8704 3 жыл бұрын

@@LHCRT done👍👍

@Tclans 3 жыл бұрын

@@LHCRT came back to see this amazing video again. I wondered what the progress was, saw this comment and instantly subscribed. Great work over at Lichfield!

@gilbertfranklin1537 4 жыл бұрын

David, this video is what separates you from the other narrowboat channels, and typifies the difference between those who are just "doing their own thing", and one who also contributes as a productive member of the floating citizenry. Well done! 👍

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

He is awesome!

@arthol51 4 жыл бұрын

@@LHCRT Yes he is !

@jennifertrimper8275 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers, David!

@jenn976 Жыл бұрын

What Gilbert Franklin said, David. You write the best information and explanations.

@YllaStar95970 4 жыл бұрын

This is bloody incredible! The sheer human endeavour is as great this time around, as in the 1700's, with just wheelbarrows and shovels. I am particularly interested in the original brickwork, it would have been made by hand. I did this job at Godlingston Swanage for 18yrs and personally made 3 million bricks with my bare hands, with a drop of sweat running from my brow, down the bridge of my nose, onto each freshly struck suface of each brick during the Summer and Autumn's , each year. I am immensely proud of these people's dream .

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@samreagan6292 4 жыл бұрын

Never in my life did I imagine they would be building more canals in England! This is going to be awesome

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@wannabeeboater3798 4 жыл бұрын

David that was excellent your professionalism shines through.

@rayg9069 4 жыл бұрын

To put history into perspective, this canal was hand dug and in use around the same time my country, Australia had just been discovered with small settlements at Port Jackson. Truly amazing.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@joepalladino3467 4 жыл бұрын

I admire this crowd - cheerfully tackling a seemingly impossible task - good luck to them.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@MHTutorials3D 4 жыл бұрын

Your BBC experience is showing :-) Well done

@meanqueensuperscrimper8908 4 жыл бұрын

I can see you going back to your old job. Your style is just perfect, interesting documentary. Thank you.

@carolesustak9936 4 жыл бұрын

As an American, I watched this wonderfully educational vlog while thinking how this is so different from the USA. Firstly, the cost would be 40 billion with overage. Secondly, the volunteer status would be completely foreign; when some corporation could make lots of money gouging the government. I truly enjoy living vicariously through your eyes. Keep up the great work. 🥰

@nairbvel 4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I fully agree. Here on the left side of the Pond we seem to have lost the ability (at least on a large scale) to preserve or restore our history for the sake of anything other than profit. One of the most impressive points made in this video is that even those portions of the canal not yet under restoration (or even purchased from their current owners) are protected... I'm fairly confident that if his was here in the U.S., almost the entirety of the original canal would have long ago been paved over or become a shopping center. Bravo to our friends across the Pond!

@paulywauly6837 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Your journalistic experience really comes to fore in the production of this one. It's TV worthy. Nice work 😁

@annepegum3351 4 жыл бұрын

Much as I enjoy your "regular" vlogs David, I have to say that this was probably one of the more fascinating ones. What a fantastic (and fascinating !) project - I really hope they manage to complete it.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. We will! 😊

@JeghedderThomas 4 жыл бұрын

Bloody hell! From a delightfully meandering vlog (and sometimes not-a-vlog) about life on the cut to suddenly ITV/BBC pro telly standard segment. Your professionalism shows - bone dry, cucumber cool, down to earth TV professionalism! Impressed!

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you :-)

@robharding5345 Жыл бұрын

These old canal waterways are real gems of our early transport system, well done guys.great job.

@BudFieldsPPTS 4 жыл бұрын

You are a tremendous voice for the canals, and what they potentially mean to the future of Britain. You are an unbiased reporter of fact as a fundamental principle of your journalistic endeavor. You are a friend to the canals, the narrowboats, and the narrowboaters who represent such an important part of the British culture. I feel your attraction to being a central player to the success of this project; it desperately needs to be publicized. Do that. And enjoy the cut, for us all.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Crikey. Thank you :-)

@bangerseamen 4 жыл бұрын

Well said 👍

@stuartoneill2663 4 жыл бұрын

How can people not like this, another section of canal to stroll along on summer days, picnics, dog walks, cycling, canoeing even, seems like the only good thing happening so far, keep up the good work

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@robertbuck4284 4 жыл бұрын

You Brits are fantastic, I almost want to go live on a canal Boat. I actually have a choice for my retirement; Canal Boat, Sail Boat or go to southern Missouri to live in the country along a small stream. But I am going to visit England, Ireland and Scotland for my vacation.

@DiegoGonzalez-pp3fs 4 жыл бұрын

It's amazing what they did under that ruoundabout. Not so much by the tunnel itself, but for the planning and foreseeing they had.

@ellaevansbolt 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, that was the bit that got me. It shows just how much commitment they had from the start. I have no doubts that they will achieve their goal.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Martin-se3ij 4 жыл бұрын

Bloody brilliant! Your vlog needs to get on the BBC to gain support for this amazing project. Very, vey interesting. Why is not the government stepping in to fund these projects, think of the jobs and the pride in ones country it would generate. A grand job lad, give yourself a cheese butty.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

I think the Government is currently distracted (but let's not go there)

@kaylew108 4 жыл бұрын

Many in the government seem to be against pride in the country, unfortunately

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Woah, steady, let's not go down that rabbit hole, this is not the place for that discussion; narrowboats and canals only please, no politics.

@CharlesMcManus 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely admire all the individuals volunteering to rebuild the canal immensely. It is quintessentially English to maintain the past or rebuild it. Absolutely marvellous!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@MMCPN 3 ай бұрын

As a kiwi I’m absolutely fascinated with the UK🇬🇧 canal systems, I watch every blog I can find on people who live and travel these waterways in their canal boats and all documentary’s on the history and restoration projects… I wish I had £40m to donate as my dream is to one day visit the UK and travel all her canals… I love UK history and find the place truly magical🇬🇧🇳🇿

@joaquimioakim229 23 күн бұрын

If and when you come over rent a narrow boat out for a week or two, amazing!

@philhodgkinson1460 Жыл бұрын

David what a superb job you do certainly shows your journalistic flair.... Those excavations are superb reminds me of digging out channels for the M1 before I drove on it for the first time.... They wouldn't have had JCBs then... but how they would have marvelled at these machines.... And yes these would have been the motorways of the time.... plus railways of course.... Damn good job David you are a star!!!

@jakobrebeki 4 жыл бұрын

i would like to say that i think this has got to be one of your best and most interesting postings to date. i have now subscribed, thanks again, regards Jakob....

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@christopherdyson7496 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent camera work and superb editing. Your professionalism shines through.

@williamsmith2919 4 жыл бұрын

How fantastic to think volunteers are doing all that works. Also your reporting skills are has expected fist rate. Well done, I will donate £40. Xx

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

That's a great donation!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@Mariazellerbahn 4 жыл бұрын

@@CruisingTheCut Money poorly spent. Why aren't the water authority (who will just walk in and claim it once finished) footing any of the bill? I'm an ex canal volunteer and I've seen first hand what the main objective is ....

@growlith6969 4 жыл бұрын

Savannah Georgia, USA, we have the Savannah-Ogeechee Canal Society that is preserving the canal that used to take barged goods from the Ogeechee River to the Savannah River where the port is. Hasn't always been easy, but its a nice resource, mostly rural area with beautiful views, walking trails, and wildlife.

@stephendavies923 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Certainly worth more to the UK than HS2 and at a tiny fraction of the price.

@stokesy887 4 жыл бұрын

England is such a beautiful country, and the canals are by far one of, if not the, best way to traverse the land.

@jbdragon3295 4 жыл бұрын

Harry Ward I think it’s a amazing system. These canals have been around for a long time and still used today. How many countries have a canal system like this? It would be cool if the U.S. has a system like this all over the country, but I would assume it would get trashed by a lot of people.

@darransykes5703 4 жыл бұрын

An interesting vlog from your usual ones... Do more of these.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I could but they take a lot more time and effort than the usual ones. I do them when I can!

@darransykes5703 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks and now, time for a cheese sandwich....

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

We love all of his vlogs, but we do like this one the best... obviously we're biassed.

@lyndarichardson4744 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks David for a fascinating vlog. What a massive task the volunteers have undertaken ! All credit to them.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@AtakNAciebie 4 жыл бұрын

I watch this vlog with curiosity. Although I can't understand everything because of the language barrier (I have to translate some words), I really like it. Greetings from Poland.

@jacquesmertens3369 4 жыл бұрын

The quality of your documentaries is amazing. Eat your heart out, BBC.

@M3rVsT4H 4 жыл бұрын

I love it when people care enough about something to restore it. Whether it's an old steam train line or a race track or canal. Hats off to them for getting stuck in. I hope it's going well nearly a year later. Thanks for the vid.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@MsVanorak 4 жыл бұрын

Me too. These things were damned hard work with just spades and manual work when they were originally built and I think we should respect that by maintaining them. I get concerned by the tumbled down dry stone walls over the hills and moorlands in Wales, Yorkshire etc.

@luanncrownover4 4 жыл бұрын

How very interesting! Makes you have a new appreciation for those who originally built the canal with no modern equipment!

@glennjames7107 4 жыл бұрын

Being an American, I am absolutely fascinated with the English canal system and the idea of living on a narrow boat and "cruising the cut". Seems like a wonderful lifestyle. If anything is worth restoring it's things like these canals, it's is part of the English culture and contributes. much to the charm of the country. I, myself can't think of a better way to retire. Maybe one day ?

@dennisporter753 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed with you!.. this is awesome.. I live in Missouri..

@markholroyde9412 4 жыл бұрын

Just remember, it wont be Sun shining everyday, maintenance, fees, Winter, not trying to put you off, I was around this stuff from 1974- 1985, hire one long term first. IMO.

@Gambit771 4 жыл бұрын

@@markholroyde9412 I'm sure they are aware that to do something involves cost and that weather exist.

@keithadams1538 4 жыл бұрын

I lived on a narrowboat for 3 years its a wonderful life. You should come and holiday on one. I met lots of Americas holidaying on the canal system

@suecox2308 4 жыл бұрын

Fascinating retracing if the old canal and its locks. Never underestimate the power of a few dedicated people with an idea!

@gazzaclarkson2547 4 жыл бұрын

And lots of spades and wheelbarrows...

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@prnothall9302 4 жыл бұрын

What an incredible undertaking by volunteers. I love the word ‘ gongoozler’ too. Who knew there was such a title for idle spectators?. I am most impressed with the whole reconstruction, and would love to, one day maybe, cruise through the canal and give the gongoozlers a cheery wave.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@bethcross4628 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant and truly fascinating, a nice little chunk of history and will donate to such a good cause.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@swingsloth 3 жыл бұрын

From Australia I wish them all the luck and good fortune. A worthy endeavour if ever I've seen one.

@LHCRT 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@norsefalconer 4 жыл бұрын

The canal system is such a brilliant resource and piece of infrastructure. It's wonderful that some filled in parts are being restored. Wish the US had something similar.

@qiajenaehamilton6638 4 жыл бұрын

Dear Sir! I really enjoy your combination of vlog types, from the traditional travel while vlogging, to the hour or two of nature sounds filming, no vocals, to this special report on issues re canals. All so informative, interesting, & enjoyable! Well done, as per usual! Bravo!

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@qiajenaehamilton6638 4 жыл бұрын

@@CruisingTheCut you are most welcome!

@TheBarry1321 4 жыл бұрын

I have donated to this project, thanks to seeing this video. With half a million views so far, I believe that many others would also have donated too. Well done for a top class video.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@woodsplitter3274 3 жыл бұрын

" You can do anything with money as long as you have plenty of it," Profoundly insightful quote.

@mickyjb2003 4 жыл бұрын

Just shows you what True Grit is in this country.

@Hartley69 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone occupying those benches certainly won’t be gongoozling you as you’re always attached to Armco 😂😂😂 Great vlog

@eekee6034 2 жыл бұрын

This all gives me hope for the Chesterfield Canal, of which there are 5 miles left to finish. They'll need to make 17 new locks where once there were none, but they're getting there slowly. That, in turn, is an improvement over 3 years ago when they had 8 miles to go and HS2 were just ignoring their requests for bridge heights.

@suzyqualcast6269 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck for eventual completion... Shout out here for the Cromford Canal, only couple of hills between us!

@cliffordabernathy9070 4 жыл бұрын

Well done video. I hope you're advertising the canal restoration helps thim out greatly. And it would be nice if BBC would rebroadcast it.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

😊

@jamesellsworth9673 4 жыл бұрын

Useful VLOG showing what it takes to make and to restore a canal.

@AquarianStarr 4 жыл бұрын

Very well researched vlog David, I was aware of the restoration and crused past it earlier this year. It's good to actually see and listen to the people involved and view the progress they've made rather than scratch around for the info online. I will now keep one eye on this project and look to donate.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You can find us on most social media channels to keep up to date on our progress.

@stephenc6648 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing people and (almost) unbelievable project. I've made a small donation.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lonewolfgeoff 4 жыл бұрын

wow! imagine if every disused canal was restored! could end up seeing the canals used for their original purpose AND those who appreciate them (eg live on them!) both as one! lovely to see that restoration tho! now who has £40 million they dont need? throw it their way... make a difference! know you are part of something gigantic if you do lovely vid david, ty for that 😊

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lonewolfgeoff 4 жыл бұрын

L&H Canal Restoration Trust my pleasure! im so glad that folks care enough to undo the stupidity of closing these and other canals out there! the places that could be visited, the beautiful unseen countryside! it all needs recovering and the roads less used! 😊

@SE10GREENWICH 4 жыл бұрын

After watching this I wanted to get up on the table and start waving my union jack flag out of pride and yell at passers by to watch this video whilst telling them that "this is us, this is what we can do". Excellent video and very informative and a big round of applause to all those anonymous volunteers beavering away to preserve our common heritage. Ill definitely be sending the trust a few quid.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@TheDublinjm 4 жыл бұрын

canals were dug by hand by "Navies". , Irish men who specialised in digging. the average Navi could dig out 3 ton in a 12 hour shift.love the fact that the canals are being used & restored. it's a great tribute too those men that the canals they dug are still being used & appreciated 150+ years later

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@speedbrake22 4 жыл бұрын

And here I am in the Netherlands watching a few brits restore a canal. Very interesting to watch

@nancyspringston8547 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding report on this project. I am learning so much about the UK that I never knew before I recently discovered the UK canal system. It is wonderful to be learning the history not commonly known to someone has not studied that kind of history of other countries.

@TheHonestPeanut 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this. What a great mini documentary.

@NeverlandSystemZor 4 жыл бұрын

This video... I really dig it! ;) All joking aside, I love seeing history restored, reutilized, and coming back to life like this!

@davidchristensen6908 4 жыл бұрын

Incredible to have such a huge civil engineering project being done by volunteers, my hat off to everyone of them. What a way to keep the cost down. There has been no results posted over the lottery saying yes or no. I hope they approve the funds they are asked for.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

We're still waiting. Fingers crossed.

@stihlnz 4 жыл бұрын

As at 19th Dec 2019 a sad 174 thumbs down on this incredible project. May they find peace somewhere.

@pauldonvito8270 4 жыл бұрын

maybe that's their way of saying they wish this amazing project was finished already?! 😅😅😅

@No1Horsham 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Interesting, informative and inspirational. Many thanks, I've made a small donation.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jmd1743 4 жыл бұрын

I wish that the US would do this for our NY and Erie Canal systems. We need leadership who sees value in the water ways such as the Soo locks, and the Mississippi river system.

@peterjaniceforan3080 4 жыл бұрын

Bravo for the volunteers. We greatly admire your canal engineering legacy, with several examples here in Canada.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@AG-pm3tc 3 жыл бұрын

I don't get why some people here are negative about this project, it looks like a lovely cause and the fact that people volunteer for this kind of thing says a lot about the community. Hope it still in progress with all the covid 19 crisis.

@LHCRT 3 жыл бұрын

We did have to pause during lockdown but we're back in action now.

@Fr99763 4 жыл бұрын

Just donated 100GBP to the trust. Hope they succeed in their restauration😊 Cheers,

@RebusForever 4 жыл бұрын

I nominate you as my low key hero of the day, Id love the entire network to be rebuilt, ideally with a new branch going past the back garden, granted the neighbours will have to move, but still, I like to think in its own small way, your contribution takes me a step closer to my deluded dream.

@RebusForever 4 жыл бұрын

David, give this man a heart immediately!!

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

@Franz Superb, they will be very pleased. Cheers

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jimwilliams1536 4 жыл бұрын

I think The Army could be a good ask. they've got some impressive equipment and some very clever engineers.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

We can but try.

@dipannitabhuyan3440 4 жыл бұрын

What determination and spirit! I salute you all. My dream is to travel England as much as possible by it's canals. You will also do so much for nature, attracting a lot of aquatic life. My prayers for you all, from India.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@antoninbesse795 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video - captivating and superbly produced. If all infrastructure projects were built with the enthusiasm and frugality of this one the national coffers would look a bit different. Wishful thinking I guess. Anyway you make a great case for the Trust and I’ve donated, so there!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Pricklyhedgehog72 4 жыл бұрын

This is what's lovely about England, the restoration of an historical national treasure is largely done by people just mucking in.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed :)

@skategreaser 4 жыл бұрын

I wasn't sure if I'd like a video about canal restoration, but now I've gotten into the groove.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Subscribe to us for more. 😊

@davidwebb1715 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you David for such an interesting vlog. I see most people feel the restoration is a good this to be doing. Maybe Mr Carter could get some of his friends to lend a hand. Your presentations are something I really look forward to! Please can we have more? Than You

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

I do as many videos as I can!

@harvey1965 4 жыл бұрын

You Brits are wonderfully determined and just a tad whacky, though we from Downunder love you for it!!

@thetessellater9163 4 жыл бұрын

John - yes, we have water!

@rosewood1 2 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic. As Australians we have revisited England and her canal systems several times and have always thoroughly enjoyed our canal boat voyages. Indeed my Grandmother in 1907 with her sisters went to the little school at the top of the Tardebigge locks! Their names are still in the School registrar. Rebuilding this canal I think will greatly help the Birmingham navigations and possibly the water supply issue. It so wonderful to see such vision. All the best.

@WarrenMandy 3 күн бұрын

I have recently moved into Lichfield and very quickly become interested in the canal. I take frequent walks along it seeing progress. I always wondered about the crossing of the main road by the railway and am glad that someone had the foresight to have the tunnel put in place. You're all doing an excellent job 👍👏👍

@CruisingTheCut 3 күн бұрын

Cheers, see also my more recent update video on their progress as well as their own social media for regular updates!

@stilcrazychris 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that history lesson. It was very nice to know. Happy boating David, Chris from Missouri

@orange70383 4 жыл бұрын

I do enjoy your videos, you are truly gifted in this art, such a smooth style'.

@AustNRail 4 жыл бұрын

I just donated £10 to the trust. I hope to visit the canal my next visit to the UK from Australia and see it completed. Great informative video.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@davidw1518 4 жыл бұрын

All donations are welcome, I'm sure, but if you can afford to fly from Australia to the UK regularly, maybe you could afford to donate just a little more than £10? Don't take this the wrong way, please, I'm not criticising, just gently suggesting in the friendliest possible way. I live a long way from the Midlands (although in the UK), but I donated a few hundred spread over two years.

@PetervanGinneken 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful vlog. I am a dutch civil engineer and it never ceases to amaze me how narrow and shallow those brittish canals are. Here on the continent the smallest commercial barge measures 40x5x2 m. You could float several narrow boats in its hold with ease.

@tango6nf477 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter. These canals were constructed in the 18th century using primitive tools and manpower. One of the biggest problems constructors had was water supply. Constantly changing contours meant locks, and many, this used up lots of water and the summit pounds could run out so water conservation was a major issue, so the canals and locks were narrow. Another reason was that our country is small and journeys short unlike the Netherlands whose canals connected to a continental system of navigable rivers and waterways requiring much larger vessels. Finally it also came down to money, narrow canals were cheaper.

@paulahennell4232 3 жыл бұрын

Just stumbled across this video. So glad I did. Fascinating. Good luck

@MadMonk_ 4 жыл бұрын

I used to live in Tamworth when the 1997 lock was restored and couldn't see the whole vision of the project at that time... Then when the MIdlands Expressway/M6 toll built the viaduct ove the road, though ok, there may something in this afterall. It will open whole new parts of the network and will be a great assett. Thank you CtC for highlighting this worthy cause :)

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

You can find us on most social media channels to keep up to date with our progress.

@anthonylemkendorf3114 4 жыл бұрын

When I was in England I thought the canals were incredibly beautiful. I’m happy to see the Country feels so strongly about their heritage. It’s just the sort of thing that attracts travelers like myself.Fantastic !

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@dtw747 4 жыл бұрын

Great channel, it may have been said before but I just learned a new word ....gongoozler...fantastic, now can I fit that on a scrabble board ;-)

@janeabbotts 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this vlog, a very interesting insight into the work done by the volunteers. I have to take my hat off to them, a huge undertaking, one I wouldn't have thought possible with only a volunteer workforce. I hope their dreams come true and we see you cruising this cut in a few years. Wow..wouldn't that be wonderful.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. We'll get there and David can be one of the first to cruise it.

@porkscratchings5428 4 жыл бұрын

I came across this by chance and use to go to Lichfield all the time until last month. I'd pass by the canal near the Esso station on London road and always said that's a dried up canal or filled in. Glad to see such good work going on along there. As I have no need to travel to Lichfield anymore, I'll pop by once in a while to see how it progresses. Wishing all the success to those involved for a great piece of English history.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@malcolmelliott1876 4 жыл бұрын

Good to watch a good old fashioned local Central News segment, albeit on YT :-) Well researched, informative, good interviewees, excellent interviewer, nicely shot with proper editing and audio overlaps. Keep this up and maybe one day they will give you a proper job, ACTT ticket and loads of money... :-) How I wish we'd had drones back in the 90s.. and 4k cameras!! Hope they keep you on as their roving reporter to keep us all updated and raise funds. Clever bunch sinking that culvert.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha I'll take the "loads of money" ;-)

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

We'd have David back any time. However, in the meantime you can subscribe to our own channel and follow us on Twitter or Facebook.

@1spongeygit 4 жыл бұрын

Goodluck to all the volunteers in this project! What a lovely way to 'give something back' you can all tell some great stories and boast about the work you put into this! your grandkids and indeed kids will be proud! well done!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@ianofsjkartwork 4 жыл бұрын

The work getting done is brilliant and well done to all the volunteers...thanks for sharing

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@PupsandpawsNetRosie 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you David for your wonderful vlog and for so eloquently talking about the work of the trust. I do hope you also enjoyed your visit to our “secret” city.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

I really like Lichfield!

@webrumrunner 3 жыл бұрын

A very commendable project that benefits the local community as well as future boating traffic, so well done to all those involved and ignore the negative comments

@LHCRT 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@williammarchant2920 4 жыл бұрын

Great and professional video and shows English people at their best. Restores my faith in the ability of our people and our underlying good nature and willingness to make things better - gives me hope that we can return to this after the horrid brexit stuff & the division it is causing. Don’t worry about the funding, you will get there. With volunteers, local authority support and lottery funding, the benefits to the local economy, the proven competence & delivery of the team the money will continue to come it. Time and patience. I wish I lived closer as I’d come and volunteer. Amazing job!

@w1swh1 3 жыл бұрын

I live in the US and will try make a donation. Anybody who works for free deserves to be awarded.

@LHCRT 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Derrick! I've replied to your email.

@SecretSquirrelFun Жыл бұрын

Just amazing what people can do when they are of the same mind and they get together. 🙂🐿

@1toppotter987 4 жыл бұрын

WELL, that's must have blown away some Cobwebs! Reporting at its best, you never lose it!

@RVgeeks 4 жыл бұрын

What a marvellous project and how fantastic of you to publicize it, David. We’re going right over to the link to donate. We can only imagine how amazing it will be to one day cruise this historic section of canal.

@CruisingTheCut 4 жыл бұрын

Bless you, they will be very grateful! Hope you're both well.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@mikebythesea45 4 жыл бұрын

It is nice to see recent comments from a 6 month old vid. Cheers to Cruising the Cut for the popularity of his well done videos!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

It is awesome!

@PNEKarl 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear of this project. Being from Lancashire I'd like to one day see the Lancaster Canal restored from Tewitfield Locks to Kendal. The M6 motorway has a lot to answer for for cutting its route!

@towhitby1 4 жыл бұрын

These volunteers really are remarkable people - restoring something very special for future generations!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Uuuuuuurrgggggghhhhh 4 жыл бұрын

Impressive documentary. Very well done.

@rre9121 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic! I hope you get it completed!

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@BlackHawkBallistic 4 жыл бұрын

Man this is awesome, it was fantastic planning having that culvert put in under that roundabout. Its great to see something like this being done, hopefully it doesn't take them too long.

@LHCRT 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Fingers crossed.