Series Promo - Waterways, The Royal Canal
Watch this teaser trailer for Waterways and see what is in store from Dick Warner and the crew of the Rambler as they travel across Ireland via the Royal Canal.
Episode One - Angling
In this clip from episode one, Dick meets up with his old friend Ken Whelan and they both enjoy some fishing on the Tolka river in Finglas. Unfortunately the fish weren't biting!
Episode Two - The Deep Sinking
In this clip from episode two, Dick tells us about the notoriously dangerous stretch known as the Deep Sinking where accidents (sometimes fatal) were common.
Episode Two - Crayfish
Groundskeeper John Plummer tells us about the white-clawed crayfish that are found under the waterfall on grounds of Carton House near Maynooth
Episode Three - Hill Of Down
Dick arrives in 'Hill Of Down', a close-knit community in Meath. They he gets warm welcome from the locals, along with a big summer barbecue.
Episode Four - The Second Sinking
Dick and the crew navigate the second sinking they have encountered on their journey. This is a narrow and shallow stretch of canal.
Episode Four - Killucan Station
Dick visits Killucan Railway Station - an abandoned railway station that hasn't had a train stop at its platforms in 47 years!
Episode Five - Amphibians
The Rambler ambles along a particularly serene passage of the canal and Dick speaks with Michael Kenny from the I.P.P.C about the amphibians found in the reeds
Episode Six - Carnivorous Plants
At Corlea Trackway Center in Keenagh, Co. Longford, Dick speaks with Noel Carberry who explains how the carnivorous plants catch their prey.
Episode Six - Lough Ree
Dick reminds himself of the many great memories of the trip and and he and the crew celebrate as The Rambler finally reaches The River Shannon
Episode One - 'Effin' Bridge
This clips shows the crew of the Rambler navigating Effin' Bridge - given its name by the numerous angry sailors unlucky enough to miss its scheduled lifting times
Episode One - M50 Aquaduct
After a difficult journey through Dublin's locks, the Rambler glides over the M50 aqueduct where rail, road and water meet in a stunning show of modern engineering.
Episode Two - Leixslip Spa
Dick Warner shows use the Leixslip Spa, a recently refurbished Roman style bath that was built on a hot spring in the late 1700's by a local entrepreneur.
Episode Three - The Blackwater Aqueduct
John Mc Keown, from Waterway's Ireland, explains to Dick how they have reinforced the Blackwater Aqueduct during their restoration process.
Episode Three - Drive-In Bingo
Dick and his good friend Stewart drive to Kinnegad to experience a unique game of Drive-In Bingo!
Episode Four - Lough Owel Feeder
Dick explores the Lower Owel feeder canal in his canoe. This miniature canal sits at The Royal Canal's summit and is its water source.
Episode Five - Gone Flying!
Dick joins pilot David Bruton for a spin in his Bucker Bu 131 'Jungmann' as they go searching for the Chang Sha - Ramblers old friend.
Episode Five - Twists and Turns
The new scenery - while beautiful - brings with it many difficult twists and turns in the canal. Along with Rambler's massive hull this can make maneuvering difficult!
Episode Six - Longford Junction
The Rambler arrives at the first junction since they left Dublin. There is an old unrestored branch line of the canal which serves Longford Town.