Preparation is key when you're going to sea

Peter Underwood recalls an expedition to the northern waters of the Lancashire Canal.

If the route north through the Bridgewater Canal is cleared in time, many more boaters will be planning to make the crossing of the Ribble Estuary to take a look at the Lanky. About three years ago we made the trip and I made a few videos about the preparation needed, the crossing, the canal and the return journey. They were originally produced for Towpath Talk.

Please note these videos were shot hand-held, on a small camera, whilst trying to steer a boat so this is not broadcast-quality work.