Now you'll see why they call the Thames a Lucky Dip! Did I get lucky or did I go away disappointed? 

I am an 80 year old Israeli living close to the northern border. I spent the last 50 years sailing, first as an amateur and the last 30 as a professional. I was living on my boat in much targeted Ashkelon until a bout with cancer dictated a move to the north to be closer to my son and daughter. I have been watching and liking your videos for a long time, mainly because you remind me very much of a much loved English lady that I was very close to for 10 years (in southern Spain). As a history buff and a closet admirer of you I want to thank you very much for doing what you do. ❤ @peace

Tobias keeps all the Union Jack's (Flag's) he finds, (His words) "As/It's a matter of respect". Thank you Tobias. You have more than earned my respect, and it shows what a good man you are 👍👏👏👏👍 #PEACE

What I find so refreshing about all of your videos is how you incorporate nature and humanity in your content. It’s not just about mudlarking - it’s appreciating the natural beauty in the heart of a bustling first-world metropolis and treasuring those who came before you. That’s amazing! Great job, your passion for what you do is evident and tangible! Thank you for YOU! Sending you much love from here in South Africa. #Peace

Call your Gosling Ryan....

I actually loved the medieval sword pommel that Tobias found! The writing on it, as on so many things that you find, Nicola, reminds us that people are behind each piece of history. Secondarily, I love the creatures like the geese and the crab. It's great to see the Thames a healthy living river. #peace

Hi Nicola, thanks for commenting on the ugly world situation and for always promoting peace and kindness in your videos. Your pieces always bring me joy. Anchors are one of the things I collect because they are a symbol of #peace and my love for the ocean. I have a real one that I found in an antiques store (my version of mudlarking) propped in the corner of my dining room. Cheers from PA!

Thanks for an escape from a nasty week, in which I spent my birthday in an emergency room after tripping on a new kitten in the house, and landing on a hardwood floor, face first. I was wearing fancy dress shoes with smooth leather soles, which did not help. Speaking of shoes, I was very touched by the child's shoe sole, and the fact that it showed signs of being repaired. Children outgrow shoes quickly, and I wondered how long the child must have worn those shoes, or were they hand-me-downs, perhaps worn by an older brother or sister. I appreciate how you inspire thought, and analysis, of such mundane objects. So much life in them. All the best to you. #peace

I grew up in violence; not on a national/regional level, but domestic. I was broken, and in many ways, still am. I learned fear, and a lack of trust in stability of any kind. I still expect the worst because I was given it by the people whose job it was to take care of me. So my heart goes out to anyone who lives with trauma, especially children. The world is going through terrible times of violence, and, sadly, it always has. Before Ukraine and the current Middle East tragedies, but maybe not so noticed by many, were all the wars in Africa (for just one example). We need to keep doing what we can to make the world a better, safer, more peaceful place. And, despite my own experience and all I wrote in that first paragraph, I know we can. I've had terrible times, but lovely times, too. I now know that I can be, and am, loved. I worked with children for 40 years, and did my best to teach them how to care for others and themselves in a giving, generous way. Trauma, I know, is a lifelong companion. It destroys and cripples. So, be gentle with everyone; you may not know what they've gone through, and even if you do, you cannot take it away. But you can make it better. One thing I tried to teach kids is that nothing really brings you happiness better than trying to give it to others. Humans are such social beings; we can be hurt by others, but we can also bring them joy, and doing so brings joy of its own. This channel brings joy to me. Your gentle, curious, caring looks into the lives of the people who've left their legacy in the Thames, Nic, mean a lot to me, and clearly to others in this, as you say great community. Thanks! #Peace, a prize we all hope for.

I'm sure you've already given away the jewelry pendant, but I wanted to mention that the registration plaque was from a pleasure boat was older than 1916 as your example was newer than your plaque. Enjoy your trip and I look forward to many more mudlarking adventures.

Hi Nicola, the pagoda shard was really significant, seeing the world conditions as they are today. With war raging in Ukraine, and the Gama's attacks on Israel, the the attack on the hospital too, the Peace pagoda and the quote from Nippozan Myohoja, Guruji was an important reminder of how we need to act. "Civilization is not to kill human beings, not to destroy things, or to make war; civilization is to hold mutual affection and respect one another." Tobias' gift of his find was particularly significant today.

What I enjoy the most about your videos is the joy you have when you find items. And that you enjoy the life of the creatures that live in n around the Thames. # peace.🙏🏼

Thank you again for taking me to a place I will never see in person. I have been wanting to ask this since first watching you - How cold is the Thames and how do you keep your hands looking so good? #peace

Greetings from New England Nicola, Before facing the reality of an amending Monday morning, I much prefer tuning in Sunday evenings to follow along on your adventures and to learn from your mudlarking discoveries than to bear even 5 minutes of world news. Especially at times like these. Ending my weekends with you is a far more positive way to settle in for the week ahead. Thank you for reminding so many that life should always include adventure, comradery and laughter. Thank you Nicola and Best Regards to you and yours!!

Your videos are so engaging. The way you narrate draws the viewer in. I'm sure I;m not the only one who feels that they are walking beside you. The shots of the wildlife, the hubbub of the river, and the overall scenery ground the viewer to place, but you, Nicola, bring us back in time with your finds. Your kindness and compassion shine through in each installment. The "mummy" pun wasn't bad either! ;) #peace

Ok Nic, my brain isn't what it use to be but I finally realized why I enjoy your videos sooo much. It's because YOU have a unique relationship with the Thames and it's inhabitants in and out of the water. You find things and you talk to them, you acknowledge them before you extract them or wish them well as they waddle away or crawl back to shadows. Thank you for that. #peace

I enjoyed seeing you with Tobias on the foreshore! Also got a new place to visit next time in London, Battersea Peace Pagoda. I hope that one day everyone recognizes that it's more fun to live in peace with each other than in war. #PEACE

I have been researching goodness lately... the people throughout history who have consistently shed some light in our, often dark, times. I have learned to recognize it when I see it and treasure it in people. You make the list.

The first award of Victoria cross was 26th June 1857 and had 62 of the 111 put forward we’re awarded it. The total no. Issued so far is 1,358 the metal used is from a Chinese cannon not Russian. The Victoria cross is awarded before others even before knighthoods. Due to its status it is to be the first award worn in a row. Enjoy your video #peace

Well, it all seemed very peaceful on the foreshore for you & Tobias - even the geese were pretty laid back - here's to #PEACE in out time! Keep safe & good luck on your next treasure hunt, Nicola!

Hi Sweetie. I watch your videos every time you have a new one. This one was very special today.. Peace is something we all strive for and you always resonate peace in every video with your appreciation and love. #peace

Wonderful and fascinating, as usual ❤ As a seasoned metal detectorist, I dream one day of mudlarking the Thames 😊

If only the world was full of Nicola's it would indeed be full of love and peace ❤ #peace

The first thing that amazed me was the Egyptian Geese, I’ve never seen them before and there so beautifully. I get excited every time you start to dig or reach out for something. The shoe made me wonder how many children in the family had those shoes been passed down too. I can’t ware jewelry so good luck to everyone 🍀 🕊️🙏💔

I'm Welsh living in Australia and stumbled across your RU-vid. LOVE IT ❤ Mudlarking! #PEACE I have a passion for opalised fossils 😀

Nice to see you and meet Tobias..fascinating story about the pagodas and the offerings that are found ...you and other mudlarks make the fear and uncertainty of our world seem a little cheerier and pleasant with your larks .thank you for being here..much hugs and love to you and yours..say hello to SI for us lol

Hello Nicola! I love when you find the Bellarmine jugs/fragments. Actually I went to a high school named Bellarmine Preparatory. It is a Catholic high school in Tacoma, Wa USA named after St. Robert Bellarmine. He was known to have donated the tapestries on the walls of his rooms at the Vatican and donate them to the impoverished as blankets. When asked of his actions he said, “The walls won’t catch cold.” He lived from 1542-1621, in the same time I believe those jugs were made. Thank you so much for sharing them and all of your other finds. And May these terrible wars and genocides happening all over the world come to an end. Love will win. Love always eventually wins. #PEACE

So much of the history we learn revolves around war. I think that’s why I find your mudlarking so fascinating. You bring us the history of pipe smokers, potters, metal workers, manufacturers and craftspeople of the past. Real people doing real things to help the world move ahead.#PEACE

Mercy Jesus. What a find!! Beautiful day for a mudlark!

Hello from over the pond. As always I love the wildlife and seeing the foreshore through your eyes. Thanks for sharing your day with us. I pray that someday as a world we can find #peace.

The nature you include is lovely to see , the ducks and crabs you respect all living things and that means so much , lovely finds too , a great video as always , much love # peace ✌️

I loved the faces. It is fun to see all the amazing finds. Now everywhere I go I look in the mud for treasures. #peace

Hi Nicola, I loved the sunshine and the belamine face , love those grumpy old men . #peace to the whole world❣️

I always love the animals, usually birds, & water views. Your ending messages are so kind and positive. The pommel Tobias found is brilliant. I had to watch that again. Thank you for all you do! #PEACE

Ahoi Nicola,thank you for this interesting,exciting and surprising mudlarking experience. Your videos calm me down, feed my curiosity and let me feel connected to the past but also to the present. Your compassion and love for every detail and all the finds and their stories are contagious. I can't say why,but the child's shoe is my favorite find of yours. As well as the Plessure vessel plate. Thank you for taking us with you! #Peace

#PEACE … Praying for peace. Nice treasures! Love the metal plaque and the cross. Great day out Nicola. Thanks for sharing. 🦋

Hi Nicole from Alberta Canada ! Love seeing you detect the pipe !

Oh, Nicola that face from a piece of furniture was so cool but the medieval sword pommel from the 13th century your friend found is amazing. As always,I love to spend part of my Sunday with you and appreciate your posts.

I absolutely loved listening to Tobias and his stories about his finds. #peace

thank you, Nicola, for the nice sunday evening treat. For a moment I feared, the teeth would be the giveaway! #peace

Love seeing what intriguing finds that come from the historical and mysterious River Thames. Just like a box of chocolates, you never know what you are going to get. Your warm personality certainly makes your videos more poignant. Keep finding those wonderful treasures and sharing with us. Thank you.

My favorite part of this video is your wrap-up, where you tell us more about these finds and the history behind them. It's always a nice feature of your videos. I very much agree with your sentiments regarding the strife in the world today. #Peace

Love the stories behind your finds, and the research that you do. Thank you #PEACE

Lol, that doll head would be great for Halloween. Love you peace message spreading love and kindness and peace. We need more of that.❤ #peace

I loved Tobias discussing the spiritual offerings he finds in the Thames.#Peace

Enjoyed this mudlark so much! When you asked about naming the gosling - Pharaoh came to my mind too! I love your gentle kindness towards all the animals you encounter. Fun finds and history. I was moved by the story of the Peace Pagoda as I have family and friends that live in those war torn areas. Thanks for all you bring to your viewers and your own community. #peace

It was so wonderful seeing you before the camera once again, Nicola! Great outing with Tobias and some lovely finds. I vote to get rid of those nasty false teeth and car mirror. Would have also voted to rid yourself of the eyeless doll's head, but you've already found a use for that. Thank you for your lovely sentiments about the awful conflicts going on in the world just now and I echo your thoughts and wishes. #PEACE

This is a fine video,Nicola,a fine one,indeed. I count backwards,I am just over a month gone,the sound of the river is a recent memory,which I cherish. Surrey Quay,that was a place of supreme silence,I loved that day,the waves washed upon wellies,wind washed upon my ears. I found nothing,but did not mind,I cherished my moment as a guest of The River. We spent a lovely time together. Ok,your finds!! You gotta give the false teeth to your fellow lady who larks,the mighty Borzello. That Bartman,what the heck? It isn’t salt glaze,what is its origin? Digger Dawn,she makes me smile,as I am constantly frustrated by my attempts at detecting. She brings positivity,she brings laughter,I admire her very much! And,heeeey,why is your Nkisi Kozo no longer wearing her little hat? You must know,Minkisi love to be adorned,they thrill in it❤️

I loved the Egyptian geese at the beginning of the video. Apt that they are named from a place very near to current conflict, but their calm presense on the Thames and their serenity has been able to offer us #peace.

Hello Nicola! Thank you for taking us along on your mud larking adventures. No matter what you discover that day, we always learn something new. Sending you big hugs and much love from Tennessee! #peace.

I enjoyed seeing you and Tobias together. You both are so gentle in your manner and respectful of the items you find, simple or extravagant. #PEACE

❤#PEACE ❤ I love the way you film the animals, living at the river.The mix with searching for treasures is stunning and very relaxing for me. Your voice, the way you describe things, the way you trade people....I love everything. I wish you the best.❤ # peace

Brilliant as usual. A moment of peace in this crazy world, Thank you Nicola

Lovely video Nicola. You should have said to him . We've had a lovely day are you going TOBIAS an ice cream😂😂.

Always nice of you to share your platform with other creators to help promote them. Your baby doll face find was certainly not my favorite thing about the video XD My favorite was probably Tobias' pommel, that's hard to beat. The fact that he keeps all the union jacks he finds is also rather sweet. #peace

Hi Nicola, sitting here hand sewing, whilst baby sitting Grandbabies and watching your video is so relaxing and I really do feel like we are walking beside you. I love the wooden face it looks like it was a leg from a jewellery box. I wait each week just to sit and relax. Love the Egyptian Gooses name Pharah. #peace

Always great to see a video...some weeks are more dramatic than others, just like real life!

Nicola, your mudlarks are always very interesting and informative. Like you stated, you never know what you will find. It was nice to meet Tobias as well. I'm from America and would love to mudlark the Thames one day as we don't have the history here like like you have there. Thank you, as always, for sharing your adventure with us! BTW, garnet is my birthstone 🤞😊 #PEACE

I enjoyed watching you and your friend Tobias's finding finds! I laughed at the wooden face , and for the history lesson on the Japanese peace, (I am sorry my brain just went south and I can't think what it is called, ) the monument!!! it's beautiful. Also, I have a son named Tobin, Toby for short, he is a wonderful man. I love your finds in your studio so I am usually peeking at your display, wish I lived closer so I could go mudlarking with you, (I live in Iowa USA) My sister and us to walk the Middle River when she lived by me. She found a very old spittune, it was buried in the sandy muddy river, I found a Brake pedal to a Modile A Car. #Peace

I love the plastic doll face and your idea of mounting with lights. Oh so creepy. I love it! Also the wooden face, very cool. Always enjoy your videos. Have a great weekend! #peace

I enjoyed (and always do) the social history that your channel always presents. The dolls face, the childs shoe and the peace pagoda all link together with such innocence #peace

It's my birthday this month, so after seeing this vlog I hopped onto Wendy's store & ordered myself a tiny silver padlock pendant/chain.🥰 Her lovely/well crafted bespoke creations are hard to choose from... I may need to do an early Xmas as well. Cheers Nicola & happy peace-filled travels. 👋Pat, the Yukon

I love all your finds. No matter how small, they all tell an amazing story. My dream is to go to the UK one day. My daughter was there last year. She loved it. I've seen Kit n Caboodles find a few different Belamine faces as well. Richard is a treasure, he helps so many with pottery finds. Simon of Sifinds found the the best for me with the Roman pot. Im in Australia. I have some wonderful ancient aboriginal stone tools and old glass wear but in Australia it is not that old. I would love to find some roman goodies. Would so love to go with the Hovercrafts out to the mud flats. You have some great adventures, lucky you. You were the first mudlarker i watched, many years ago. I do watch you, Si and Kit and the Northerns. Great to learn so much from you all. Blessing to all #Peace and love

Nicola, I especially appreciated your loving compassionate remarks toward our current world turmoil and unrest affecting so many people! #PEACE

Love the wooden face, i wonder where he came from!! Here in Cyprus we are close to some of the troubles, many people are arriving here daily. Such a troubling time. I hope everyone everywhere stays safe, what with wars and storms too! Take care. #Peace

What I love most about this video is you. Your love of the search, your friends and the animals. You may not have found a great treasure but you treasure your finds and make it fun. I enjoy the history you share. I now understand why the foundation for suicide prevention uses the anchor as their symbol of hope. Thank you for who you are! #PEACE

Thank you Nicola. Your videos are always so interesting, applicable and heartfelt. I think my favorite piece was the Luxury Vessel enamel. For 8 years, our family lived aboard our 48' motor yacht "Rusalka" in Eagle Harbor, Washington. #peace

Oooow Nicola, this was the best film I have seen for ages. The fantastic faces , I love them all but my fave is the wooden scowling one. All your videos are really fab but this one was excellent.Thank you so much. I hope it is #peace.

Nicola, when you have a special guest star mudlark with you how do you approach them? I guess I am asking if they approach you or you approach them or do they just show up? I would love for you to do a video with Josh Gates when he is in London for the Discovery Channel.

Always look forward to new from you! Love it as always, good to relax to!

I love all the different people you go mudlarking with. Each person helps add a little of themselves to the hunt. You are always gracious and go out of your way to make who ever is with you or you are with to be included. # peace

My favorite part of this video- your idea of placing the doll head on the piece of driftwood. I love driftwood and old doll heads 🥰 #peace

I just love everything about your videos - the nature, your positivity and enthusiasm, the interesting stories and history, your companions. I particularly enjoy the paintings on ceramics. It would be neat to use one as inspiration to create an entirely new canvas with the piece incorporated right into the picture. Like the pagoda piece into something inspired by the current conflict. #PEACE

You can’t go wrong with Digger Dawn. She is one of my favorite people. As for what things I liked about today’s mudlark video, thank you for sharing the Thames birds and their families going about their day. Also, the 19th century pipe has reminded how seldom we see completely undecorated pipes from that time and place. The furniture leg face is my favorite found object. Finally, thank you for what you said to us at the end of this video. It mattered to me. #PEACE

Your videos are always so relaxing and fun as we explore the Thames treasures with you. I love the connection to the past. #PEACE

I found today’s video a wonderful testament to world peace. I also was amused by all the faces you found today. I even laughed at a couple of the finds because I wasn’t expecting so many faces. Maybe it suggests that we need to look into ourselves a bit more. Rather introspectively. #PEACE

It is we who are lucky to have found you!

Love the time on the river, and the discovery in the lab. #peace

it does always strike me as interesting when the finds show up in a theme like the faces today. it's interesting when that happens. #peace

Got my sister so interested In watching you enjoying Your fantastic hobby… absolutely love everything you do xx 👏🏼👏🏼#PEACE .. we appreciate your passion. If only your words could stop all evil in our World 😔 x

Nicola I have marveled at your knowledge and enthusiasm digging on the Themes. Such a pleasure to see you. #PEACE #peace #Peace happy 2024

Thank YOU! Sometime I'd like to go into my ninth (?) great-grandfather, Thomas Norton, with you who was the Gorboduc co-author with Thomas Sackville. "My" Thomas was devoted to Elizabeth as a member of her privy council. (Hyacinth Bucket anyone?)...Norton's home was at Sharpenhoe in Luten. Thanks for listening!

While I always enjoy your videos I especially enjoyed the sweet goslings and their protective parents #PEACE and may PEACE come soon to this weary world.

Always a wonderful time with you mudlarking # peace

I enjoyed watching today's Peaceful and informative video. Thanks for sharing your world with those of us who are unable to see, feel and smell it in person. #PEACE

Nicola I love your shows, you bring me joy. I had heart surgery and 3 strokes and don't get out much, but I watch you and imagine that I am walking with you along the shore. Take care and may peace be with us all. #peace

I love the wildlife you add to your videos ❤. It was great to see Tobias also! #PEACE

Much love to you both xxx Absolutely adore the wonderful Tobias, thank you Nicola for introducing him into my life. Iv been a fan of you both for a few years now!! Sending much light and love to you both wonderful people xxx

The details you provided about the Peace Pagoda are especially poignant at this time. Let us all hope for peace soon. Such a mixed bag of finds in this video, and so interesting as always. Thank you!

My favorite part of the video was when you said, “Lets’s hope for the miracle of peace.” I hope you have days full of joy, because you have brought us joy. #peace

You are so much a breath of fresh air for me. Beach combing is a cherished memory of my childhood and you bring the joy back every time you put up a video. Trash or treasure you find beauty, history, and so much more. The little shoe put a lump in my throat, poignant you called it, indeed it was. #Peace

Hello Nicola, I have to say that what I enjoy about any of your adventures is being transported back to the UK. Your presentations remind me of all the people I was fortunate to know and be friends with. As I am 73, I don't expect to easily return for more lovely times. Love and peace. #peace

The anchor is an ancient symbol of strength and grounding to a place called home when returning to a place called home. We must all pray for peace in a world of conflict.

The part I loved best is hearing you ask, under your breath in the beginning, the Egyptian goose and her guzzling, who’s your “mummy”. I do believe that’s the funniest thing I’ve ever heard you say. While you’ve inspired me to respond for the first time ever I must say I think you are kindest most thoughtful uplifting person I’ve ever known. Although, be it from 8 thousand miles away. You bring so much more to your show than just finding cool stuff in the mud. I always feel better after seeing the show. I really like your appreciation of the crows and water fowl. Oh and of course your little squirrel 🐿️ buddy 🎃 🤠Joe-boy, #peace

11:32, little wooden face reminds me of the door knocket with the ring in its mouth from the movie Labyrinth. With David Bowie, Jennifer Connolly. Your videos are so relaxing. Thank you for all you do.

Greetings, Nicola, from sunny California. Thanks for sharing your wonderful adventures! They help me to feel peaceful and calm in an uncertain time. My favorite find was the china which gave you the opportunity to share about the peace pagoda. #peace #blessings

My favourite today was the childs shoe, just imagine that would have been a luxury to have shoes back then. It has been repaired many times so may have been handed down in the family or extended family many times. Thank you Nicola I do enjoy watching you especially at the Thames foreshore, I grew up in London many moons ago and have now luved in Australia 50yrs. #Peace. 💕🇦🇺

Nicola, #PEACE is one of the things you offer us through your adventures and videos. If we could respect and value diversity, live River Thames with its diverse treasures, and that you discover on each visit you make to it, maybe we would live in a better world. May God give peace to the world. We do much need it now. Love from Costa Rica.

Thank you for bringing such a beautiful moment of peace and calm to the world, such as it is at this time, with your wonderful videos. I can't choose my favourite find, so this time I choose the Egyptian geese and their goslings. Thank you Nicola #peace

Happy Sunday, Nicola! Loved learning about your #PEACE Pagoda. We have a Peace Pagoda not far from our home. It is located in Leverett, Massachusetts. We go there often. I will email you some pictures. Blessings!

I just want to say that "Egyptians mummy" joke at the start made me laugh way more than it should have lol