I Walked from LONDON to BIRMINGHAM - Grand Union Canal

I Walked from LONDON to BIRMINGHAM - Grand Union Canal - 137 Miles

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I walked from London to Birmingham - 137 miles along the Grand Union Canal. It was a brilliant experience full of history and good fun! The hike itself is very accessible and can be completed by people of all different ages & abilities. I chose to do it over seven different days - but it can easily be done over several weekends in a year. I hope this video will inspires you to go on your own Canal Adventure soon!
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@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video! This hike was an absolute mission - but I'm so glad I did it! If you're new here make sure you subscribe and help us reach our goal of 3000 by 2022! Let me know down bellow when you're planning on visiting the Grand Union Canal next! AND FOR BONUS POINTS - what do you want to see me walk/climb this winter? Thanks everyone! -Dave 🥳

@patriciaoreilly8907 2 жыл бұрын

Surprise Us but keep it Simple & Real that's what makes listening & watching 👀 you great 👍

@JimmyBoogaloo 2 жыл бұрын

llangollen (sp?) canal with the crazy long aqueduct is my suggestion

@peterstandley8860 2 жыл бұрын

Hello David, Been thinking of doing this myself just lately. Having to walk away from work last year with stress (running your own business is very hard these days) I have decided to get out there and walk the Thames & London to Birmingham on the grand union. Thank you for the inspiration. All the best

@metalsmithnick8714 2 жыл бұрын

Saw your story on Birmingham news ☺️ glad to see you do this epic journey

@sheilaliburd2582 2 жыл бұрын

Well done to you i did not no you could do this wow. 😀👏🏾

@MuhammadAli-kv5oe 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo 👏 quite exceptional, it must be self gratifying to achieve such a milestone.

@RustyOutside Жыл бұрын

Good work! I did this walk a few years ago from Birmingham to London over 7 days. If I close my eyes I can still feel the shin splints from pounding the tow path!!

@DavidPMcEntee Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha what a trek mate!! Thanks for the support 💪

@hilaryparritt183 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. I walked the GUC from Brentford to Birmingham with my husband in 1998 for the Jubilee 2000 break the chains of debt event. You captured the essence of the walk. We took 10 days. We are now CRT volunteer towpath rangers and walk Slough to Cowley and Norwood Top Lock regularly

@skilledarma 2 жыл бұрын

Cycled this in 2020 (Birmingham - Paddington Basin) in 2 days, an incredibly hard but beautiful and rewarding experience. Hoping to do it again this year! Great vid.

@OzbourneForeman 2 жыл бұрын

This video is an absolute credit to showing your skillset and marketing yourself for future opportunities. Inspirational.

@Qwerty-lx8gn 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video....i loved so much the Tolkien quote at 5:06....thank you David!!!

@DaveGoodman1959 2 жыл бұрын

Super video David, really well put together. 👍 My Dad and cousin walked from Leicester to London and then west along the Thames to my Dads sisters who lives on the banks of the Thames. This was 4 years ago when my Dad was 82, they stoppedin B and Bs too. I'll send him a link to yoir great film.🍺👍

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing!! I hope they enjoyed it! Thanks for the support Dave (great name btw)

@bunnerrean 2 жыл бұрын

Always thought about cycling this the other direction as I'm from Birmingham, think you have just inspired me to do it!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Its 100% worth a look! Deffo fo it! :) More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@Maximusringrock 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man, I live in Uxbridge and you’ve made me so tempted to do the walk from Uxbridge onwards… might try and organise it in the next few months. Great vid, just subbed

@egon3456 2 жыл бұрын

Hi David For some years, I have spent a few weeks in the area around Warwick, Kenilworth and Lemmington. I really enjoy hiking in the area, and especially along the Grand Union Canal. I have been thinking about this year, going for a longer walk along the canal. Your video of your hike from London to Birmingham was very inspiring… Thank you for sharing your experiences… 👍👍

@johnjrp01 2 жыл бұрын

There's an annual race: The Grand Union Canal Marathon. They run/walk nonstop from Birmingham to London on the late May Bank Holiday.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John!! I'll have to look into that!

@Yuiiski- 2 жыл бұрын

You're living my dream, I would love to do stuff like this but lack the confidence to do so.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Take it slow! Go back and watch my first few videos and you’ll see how far I’ve come in terms of onscreen confidence! I never used to speak in these videos!! Everyone’s got to start somewhere - just get stuck in making the things you want to!!

@ladylady2768 2 жыл бұрын

An wow and I thought Wolverhampton to Birmingham along the canal was a killer! This video is great

@thomasplant6062 3 ай бұрын

I have done it 4 times

@thomasplant6062 3 ай бұрын

Especially when the x8 was busy

@Robaylesbury Жыл бұрын

I’ve done Aylesbury to the Paddington basin in 3 days last September. Then I did two days from Marsworth to Blisworth in April. That was meant to end at Braunston but I picked up an injury. Will go from Blisworth up to Birmingham September 2023 if things go to plan. First I’ve the Ridgeway to see in April 2023. Love your vid’s buddy. Nothing like just two legs and a backpack!!

@DavidPMcEntee Жыл бұрын

Nothing like two legs and a backpack!!! So true, all sounds epic mate, best of luck with your trip! Cheers for the comment, Dave 👊

@xenialewis6596 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video and such a scenic route.

@IrelandRider 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry you ended up in Birmingham lol, I've been trying to get out of it for 51 years 😅. Great video, though I was surprised at how short it was considering you did very nearly 140 miles. I've subbed and I'll definitely check out more of your vids, was great to see you on bushman and Blues vid too, very entertaining 😀

@TheEyesofOwen Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video stunning scenes and awesome video editing

@gcassemblage4320 2 жыл бұрын

I just had a look at "My London" and read the article about your journey and couriously clicked the link to this video. Your story, the pictures, the editing is absolutely inspiring in many levels. Now I am excited to explore more of your videos. Thank you for bringing joy to an everage beginning of a day!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it! More adventure videos are coming very soon!

@DaveYates81 2 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you my friend! what a great adventure and the video was edited brilliantly! Well done and hope you liked Birmingham!

@melaniairinalawston8369 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing this! We live in Brentford and we’ve been walking by the canal during the first lock down. We loved it and when we first found out we could walk all the way to Birmingham, I’ve made it my mission to do the walk ourselves. We might have to ask for tips:)

@paultuckley2605 2 жыл бұрын

Here from Birmingham lives story. Mate well done 👍🏼 so inspiring. It’s great to get out and walk, I suffer with mental health and walking and being out in nature has always helped me. Really cheered me up today seeing this. Keep it up buddy will definitely be watching all your walks, really good content keep it up my mon 👌🏼👍🏼

@michellestone 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a long distance canal walker. I also do medium walks: Birmingham to Warwick, Leamington Spa to Rugby etc. Short walks like Walsall Bell Inn to Walsall Town Centre...15 mins by bus, 6 and half hours by canal. I also do your walk, but in reverse, Birmingham to London. But your video, 11 minutes 22 seconds...comes no where close to showing the extreme feat this walk is, the excitement, the views, the interactions with other canal users etc. A video like this should be at least an hour or more. Another good short walk is Walsall Bell Inn to Birmingham the long way round, over five hours, beautiful scenery, great walk. No Covid Police on the canal. 😎

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Haha yes I wish I could make it longer but I don't have the time to film/edit a feature film! hahaha, no I'm glad you enjoyed it! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@hduddin 2 жыл бұрын

This is something I have looked into doing myself. Only the other the way round

@andyshearwood Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@shaid2130 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely loved this! I live in Birmingham, and found out about this hike recently. Seeing the sense of joy and accomplishment this gave you really motivates me to do the same! Loved the Tolkien quote, “not all those who wander are lost” . it really encapsulated your journey well. Great job on this video - keep it up

@JonDoesFlow 2 жыл бұрын

Love it. You are a great story teller. I feel like I’m walking with you on every video. I hope you get lots of good stuff coming to you. I can tell you’re a decent fella.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you mate! I really appreciate that 😁

@Adventures_with_Sog 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, love this. I've been seriously looking at doing something similar myself and this has really given me some inspiration. I think canal towpaths are often unfairly overlooked within the hiking community but I love walking them. 🤙

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! :)

@thelmawilliams4534 2 жыл бұрын

Great to watch. My husband has his routes in Birmingham and really enjoyed the journey you took. Seeing Birmigham a different view,, Great stuff, well done. Thelma and Paul.

@robbo777cricket 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up in Cheddington near the Canal, at 5:08 you pass on part of my old walk and it’s lovely to see it again.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you enjoyed it mate!!🥳🥳

@htidpotatox 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the most inspiring video. Ive been planning routes from Birmingham to Leicester 😅 i loved this video very informative xxx

@johnghent5946 Жыл бұрын

Love this video. I am slowly building up and waking more and more of the Grand Union. Looking to do the Grand Union Canal Race in 2025 hopefully…..

@tinytrekkervlogs Жыл бұрын

Awesome hike, fab video xx

@ajk1750 2 жыл бұрын

Well done lad!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks AJ!! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@jonm4989 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video and original idea for a through hike. Good luck with your channel. 👍🏻

@manvbees 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is about to blow up. Saw your story on fb. Passed the 3k barrier. Really good content! Awesome experience. 👌 😁

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks ManvsBees!!! This video did go really well! I'm nearly halfway through 3K now, crazy!!! Thanks for the support pal I really appreciate it! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@mikecottondrums 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! I lived in England for a few years and used to walk tons. I walked most of the River Wey and quite extensively around Surrey, Hampshire and a fair bit of London. There is pretty much an unlimited amount amazing places to walk all over the UK. The trains are great there as well for either getting you to where you want to walk or getting you home after a long walk. Cheers to David for making this video and bringing back some great memories!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for checking it out Mike, I really appreciate your comment! I couldn’t agree more it’s an awesome route with plenty of access!! 🥳

@mooseandspade6251 2 жыл бұрын

I go to Warwick uni and I went for a gravel ride on the Grand Union Canal. Fell over and nearly went in! Luckily no one saw, but I was bruised as hell. Great video by the way!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha on no! I'm glad you didn't topple in with the bike pal, thanks for the support!! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@jasonandlynnechambers3420 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats! I met an elderly couple recently on the canal. They had come from Manchester to London and were walking all the way back!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Now that is a trek!!!!🤯🤯 A great way to keep fit too!!!

@blissfulnirvana1137 2 жыл бұрын

I've always loved using canal routes, as they can take you to most of the main parts of the country. Then you can take the country roads to get to more specific locations. Great video mate. 👌

@paulrobinson8263 2 жыл бұрын

Just joined, awesome stuff 👌👍

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thanks mate :)

@Rob.Luke.Lucas1968 2 жыл бұрын

David we live near the Blisworth tunnel and are thinking of doing this walk but from London to the Tunnel only! Not sure of the distance but guessing 60+ miles!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds awesome!! Best of luck

@fixconsultant 2 жыл бұрын

David ! I was sad when the video ended 🙃🤗🤗🥰 This is the best one ever from you. Amazing amazing and amazing, truly inspiring, beautifully presented and spoken. Well done and wishing you more. Enjoy your Xmas break and relax

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rama!! There will be lots more soon don't worry! :) Thanks for your support I really appreciate it! I'm really trying to get better at the presenting skills, so its so nice to see it have an impact on people! Merry Xmas!! :)

@chrismaybank1711 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! I’ve done sections from Uxbridge to Wolverton…… I was told that the quickest canal journey from Birmingham to London was around 4.5 days. Drop the load off and return..! Hard graft!! Cow Roast was derived from Cow Rest and was apparently the usual spot to rest when driving livestock from London markets in one day..! Great video, enjoy watching them…

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris!! Thats awesome!! Cheers for the support, I should have some more adventures very soon! :)

@kbirtchnell 2 жыл бұрын

Great video of a beautiful route along the Grand Union. I remember it well when I used to live close to Berkhamsted. Thank you for taking us along on the journey.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out Kevin! I'm glad you enjoyed it pal, it was such good fun!

@kbirtchnell 2 жыл бұрын

@@DavidPMcEntee it’s so obvious you enjoyed the walk! I love hiking here in the USA where you can find some of the most amazing adventures..I’m wondering what’s the next hike?!

@tees3806 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this! I used to live next to little Venice, my in laws still live in that area. I currently live in Milton Keynes and the grand Union canal is right next to me. I genuinely want to to do this 1 day you’ve inspired me!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing!! That is such a nice area, its 100% worth a look if you've got a base along the GUC! It'll save you one day of BnB fees! More adventure vids out very soon!😁 Thanks for your support :)

@Miss-Nhussain 2 жыл бұрын

Loved your video! I would love to walk alongside a canal now!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes give it a go! Thank you for the support! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@tinkhefferon9934 2 жыл бұрын

You walked past my house at great Linford I live 2mins from the canal lived there all my life remember playing football with the kids off the coal barges when they moored up for the night outside the wharf pub at Linford which is now a house

@pierrecouronne3096 2 жыл бұрын

Great video again David We are very lucky to live near the Grand Union and use it regularly. See you traded up from you trainers to boots for this one.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pierre!!! Yes its far too cold for the trail runners now!

@shukeelc5177 2 жыл бұрын

Just came here from thy Birmingham Live news site. I was actually planning on doing this from Birmingham to London to raise funds for a charity. I was planning on doing it in 4 days, but that might be a bit of a push based on your wall taking 7 days.

@fredrayaerialimages1499 2 жыл бұрын

Love this on so many levels. The Grand Union is awesome, especially from the air (I fly a drone too) and you even managed to catch my boat as you went past (at 1:19)

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

That’s so cool!! 😁 Thanks for the support mate I’m glad you enjoyed it! How long have you been living in a Canal boat?🥳

@fredrayaerialimages1499 2 жыл бұрын

@@DavidPMcEntee not living on her at the moment but get out on her as often as other commitments allow.

@Tastewithnewdrinks 2 жыл бұрын

Great video vlog.😍

@deey4149 2 жыл бұрын

The Day 6 image of all the locks stacked was lovely. And I did think it might be scary in parts (you say at end it was) and it's great to see what you did and I'd love to but am think as a brown woman alone it might be a different experience? But welcome what you found scary especially...if not what I presume! The Grand Union in Southall was nearby when growing up. Little Venice where you started was probably bit further in.

@Burrows316 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved this. I live in Leighton buzzard and often walk this canal . Always wondered how far I could go and back in a day . Great content have now subscribed

@maggiewillescroft2517 2 жыл бұрын

Well done very interesting

@DrunkOnWanderlust 2 жыл бұрын

Another fabulous video, really enjoyed watching this one 😃 nice to see the sights along the canal as never walked any of that stretch before x

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! It is so beautiful! Deffo worth a look in your videos too! :)

@rilesmgiles265 2 жыл бұрын

Great to watch, thanks for sharing

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Riles!!! :)

@MyMacheteMassacre 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video! I've wanted to do this route for so long! Maybe in the new year I'll give it a go!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes its worth a look 100%! Try doing it over several weekends piece by piece! Its a brilliant achievement once its over :)

@lesleyw6976 2 жыл бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyed watching your hike - and congrats on the filming.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! It was such good fun! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@adventurebase8604 2 жыл бұрын

Love this boyooooo! Great work.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers lads!

@Musicismytherapy08 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic Video! Congratulations on completing your hike from LDN -> BHAM. You absolutely smashed it and it was so lovely to see all the beautiful nature throughout your walk. Thank you for sharing :)

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Claire! It was epic!! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@lisakinahan6105 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely video . I've put this walk on my list .

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

It deffo deserves a place on it! Thank you! :)

@thecenturianofamersham7321 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great. well done great achievement.👍

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it mate, it was awesome out there!!

@duskfall_777 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe because I grew up loving English and Tolkien books but these beautiful landscapes remind me of Middle Earth and Tolkien's world in general. The UK is beautiful, I wish to visit it again one day.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! They do feel very Tolkien-ie don't they! I hope you get a chance to get back here one day too, maybe use one of my videos as a guide! haha :) Thanks for your support - More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@julie5406 2 жыл бұрын

David, I absolutely loved this! Really inspiring! Everything about it was amazing....the scenery, your narration, the music (I used Shazam on every one 😁). I was transfixed the whole way through. Thank you and well done.👍👍👍

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Julie!! I'm glad you did, it was such an amazing adventure I'm glad I could share it with you! I hope you subscribed there will be more adventure vids out very soon!😁

@simonk337 2 жыл бұрын

Always a smile 🙂 reckon you'd make a great video with Marek from the Cool Dudes Walking Club 👍

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

I'll look them up! Thanks Simon! :)

@ealing_lad 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, well done!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank youu!! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@laurenp6333 2 жыл бұрын

Some great shots here, well done for walking the whole canal. I would love to do it too but mostly only see the local bits, Stockton, Long Itchington, Bascote and often Hatton. Perhaps one day I’ll do it when the children are older! Well done on achieving your goal, and for reaching 3k+ subscribers.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lauren!! Yes take it one day at a time, theres no need to do it all in one go like me! Thanks for checking out the video and for commenting - more adventure vids out very soon!😁

@treklinda1309 2 жыл бұрын

Great storytelling. Beautiful shots. Ace film!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! It was really good fun :)

@RobHuntersAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video mate. Really enjoyed that like how you show lots of scenery in your videos and have interesting commentary as well. Well done, great achievement and adventure.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it :)

@pazthakrar9270 2 жыл бұрын

WELL DONE MATE YOUR AN INSPIRATION

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddie 🥳🥳

@colallison6152 Жыл бұрын

Good vid man!. I got as far as Braunston. Starting from Harwell

@gledhillchris 2 жыл бұрын

loved this, thanks!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Chris! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@mrwibble70 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video David. I'm lucky that I live quite near to the canal at Hanwell. I've done from three bridges up to Uxbridge, then Rickmansworth to Berkhampstead. I'll have to do it again sometime.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen!! Yes Its so beautiful around that area :) Cheers for the support!!

@chuggingalong 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice video and great use of the canal towpath!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you :) More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@annhewitt6795 Ай бұрын

Wow amazing always Wanted to do this walks and wondered how long it would take and the place’s at hotels and inns along the way was going to Start at Leighton buzzard to Birmingham and beyond to Blackpool thanks for the inspiration and well done 💯❤️

@maximdelmar2694 2 жыл бұрын

Hi David, I absolutely love this video and see so much of my own mind talking in it as well. I'm a river/canal path enthusiast too, although you might say I cheat as I cycle rather than walk! Completed the Thames Path to the source 6 months ago which I'd thoroughly recommend if you've not done that yet, as well as the Kennet & Avon canal, and River Wey. But this video really inspires me to do the Grand Union as well one day!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maxim!!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it, it was such fun to make! I love the Canal, its so beautiful and peaceful - a great place to escape to! More adventure vids out very soon!😁 Yes the Thames is on my hit list!!

@johnnye3160 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid, noticed the small waterfall in Harefield there

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@InspirationSessions 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely little film and well jel of your walk, looks like you lucked into some perfect autumn weather! We live close to the Grand Union (near Tring) and I've often pondered similar adventure - thanks for the further inspiration! Might be too flat for some hiking tastes, I love all the post-industrial history of canals though, maybe we'll even need them again for commerce one day when electric barge engines go mainstream?!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom! I really appreciate that :) It was awesome out there! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@scottscott3463 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a really enjoyable walk.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

It really was awesome!! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@K12beano 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! 👏 Well done! I know how beautiful the GU can be - I live by the section you did from Ricky-Watford and you wouldn't know you're within the M25 some days - it's just magical. In fact it looks like you took a rest and drink stop sitting at Common Moor Lock, just by us. But, overall, what an inspiration that you've hiked the entire length (minus the tunnel 👀 😄) and you certainly picked some lovely bright days to show it at its best!!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you K12!! I really appreciate your message, the GUC is gorgeous!!!!! :)

@StevieWyatt 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Tempted to give this route a go in the kayak

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that would be great! Thanks for the continued support mate :)

@shantelstonehouse 2 жыл бұрын

Hello David, well done on your amazing journey it looks absolutely amazing. I actually live close to the the blisworth tunnel, blisworth part of the canal and Stoke Bruerne. I sped lots of time on the cancel during the summer it’s a beautiful place to be. I go shopping by the canal in wolverton and spent years on the canal in Cosgrove village so I know the canal well😊

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you enjoyed it Shantel!! It’s a beautiful area and deserves to be shown off / promoted!!

@brendacramer8821 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely, thanks for posting. I've done sections of it yet would love to do it all but in smaller bits size walks 😁😆😀

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brenda!! I'll admit its probably more fun doing it across several weekends AND less tiring!! haha 😁

@JimmyBoogaloo 2 жыл бұрын

wicked stuff, subscribed. i've been from London to Braunston in a couple of trips, had to follow the milestones! as you say very pleasant walk with lots of history, to discover. i'm looking forward to finishing the trip to Birmingham in the spring. maybe also do the Leicester Arm. then on to Wales. cheers!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jimmy!!! I'm glad you liked it pal, I'm annoyed I lost my Braunston footage, I'll make sure I get it in if I ever try this route again! Thanks for the support! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@TheBigBigBlues 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one, a walk I really want to do, it looks like a bit of a mission though! You should have jumped in at the end 😆

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha I did think about it mate! Thanks fr the support :)

@chloekjacko88 2 жыл бұрын

You’re a marvel! 🏃

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

@1stklass 2 жыл бұрын

This video was awesome man, I just found your video because this came up on my suggested, I'm sure you will receive your subscribers you wished for ;) Have a lovely x mas & new year.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you mate! Its cool to know that KZfaq is starting to push my videos out futher! :D Thanks for your comment and for your support!

@paguliukas 2 жыл бұрын

Crazy man

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha it was a mission! Great fun though!

@SanaurRehmanShahmir 2 жыл бұрын

Your Trave looks very nice just like you! Great love and respect from a solo mountain hiker from the Lower Chitral District of Pakistan!

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@jostaniforth7407 2 жыл бұрын

Well what a lovely video to watch over breakfast. Thanks for the recommendation KZfaq. Great video chap, be nice if it were longer to be honest, but lovely tone and feel. Music not too much and nice editing. New subscriber 👍🏻😉

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jo!!! It's so cool that KZfaq are starting to push my content further afield! More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@KingMGv 2 жыл бұрын

sick video

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!!! :) More adventure vids out very soon!😁

@Colganology 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic :)

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Stevyn!! :)

@nisebiggs6572 2 жыл бұрын

You can make a loooooooong version of this walk.

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you could!!!

@DerrynVranch 2 жыл бұрын

Hey David, Awesome film as usual. That looked like an epic journey. I always find your content truly inspiring, keep it up! Quick question, I'm looking to start vlogging and filming my hikes and wondered what you use for your talking to camera pieces? is it handheld? I'm thinking of using my GoPro or iPhone 13 but am worried about audio quality

@DavidPMcEntee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Derryn!! I use a mix of my Main camera, phone and GoPro to record! Theres a whole kit list in the videos description for your reference! 🥳

@Rimasxx20 2 жыл бұрын

I rlly wanted to join u on the walk

@shellypain 2 жыл бұрын

Well, I’m inspired. I’m thinking I could do thirty miles or so over four days. Which section would you recommend? And thanks for the inspiration. Well done!