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On the last day of our mini road trip will called at Oswestry then Chester.
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Welcome to my Channel,
My name is James and I live full time in my tiny van, however this is not just a van life channel. I enjoy travel, food and drink and making videos 🙂
When I turned 50 I decided I’d had enough of the rat race and working long hours just to pay rent and bills, life was passing me by and I needed a drastic change.
FAQ
Where is Helen?
Helen has a responsible full time job and two children so unfortunately she can’t join me on every trip. I really wish she could.
What equipment do you use?
My vlogging camera is a GoPro Hero 9 but I also use my pixel 6a phone and Lumix G80 camera for other footage
For editing, I used Premiere Pro on an old laptop but I’m saving to buy a more powerful computer.
Do you have children?
Yes I have a 6yr old daughter who lives with her mum but I see her quite a lot. I don’t usually put her on the vlogs and if I do, I block out her face for privacy reasons. I also have a grown up son.
How do you fund your lifestyle?
I don’t need as much to live these days since going full time van life but I receive a small percentage of income from the ads that RU-vid put on the videos.
Why the sponsored videos?
I only accept sponsorship from companies I use and trust, this is my fulltime job and my income, it’s how I support my family. (I have Patreon if you prefer videos with no ads).
How do I contact you?
Please contact me here: james@bythecurb.co.uk

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@Clarebrya_n 3 месяца назад

Wow. That poem . .. never heard of him before .. every school kid should hear that poem and learn .. ❤

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

His is a tragic story. He was killed just one week before the war ended. Can't remember if I mentioned that

@stuart4024 3 месяца назад

My grandad who was 55 at the time was killed 2 weeks before the end of the first world war , it was a bit of a lottery who came back ,sad but true..We owe them everything !

@El-Tel63-Terry. 3 месяца назад

The van singing ! Brilliant, there's not much that cheers me up these days... that certainly did ! 🙂👍🏻

@AntheaBrudenell-cl7zr Месяц назад

Only me again James and Helen. At 78 years of age myself you are both re educating me. I have ordered my Marcus Auralius book from the Library and I have just listened to your "Owen" poem which I found very touching. Thank you.

@gunder3 3 месяца назад

Helen always looks like she is on a mission 😂😂

@qlight2008 3 месяца назад

Great video as always! I complained to my Dad when the 1/2p went up to a 1p. He told me not to complain about it to him and suggested I write a letter to Margaret Thatcher instead, so I did! I got a reply from 10 Downing Street telling me that The Prime Minister thanks me for my letter. The sweets still remained 1p but I tried for all children my age.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Wow!!!! That is such an amazing story! Fantastic 🤩

@TimK2646 3 месяца назад

Thank you for taking me on another incredible journey. That was a WW1 hero

@extrawide2 3 месяца назад

Part of the charm of your channel is how Helen describes interesting facts in a dramatic fashion. Even finding a pub is an opportunity to be surprised in a dramatic way !!

@LisaJust-lv9ed 3 месяца назад

Thanks for the poem ,you read it beautifully , you can’t imagine what those lads went through .

@JayneWright-rb1st 3 месяца назад

Hello from New Zealand Helen and James, been here for 22 yrs ,,, but a Brit and proud of it.

@alanjf_bradenton_fl Месяц назад

Hello from Florida, been here for 20 years but a Brit and proud of it too.

@JustForTheWeekendVanLife 3 месяца назад

You read that poem out beautifully. ❤️

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you, I felt a bit silly but it's an important poem

@JustForTheWeekendVanLife 3 месяца назад

@@bythecurb Don’t think that way. It is important that we remember. I have about a dozen lost in the First World War and will be visiting their grave this year. Some are missing, killed in action and their names are on various memorials. ❤️

@martintaylor5879 3 месяца назад

No disrespect to Susan Calman but if it was replaced with your trips and banter they might get somewhere . Very emotional tribute to a great poet it was truly at the right time with all the injustice happening around us .I wish you well on the future and your trip to Bridlington see thee !

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊

@jackielowe7377 3 месяца назад

Ah James, I knew you had depth. Good on you for reading Wilfred Owen.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊

@janw1746 3 месяца назад

Hi Helen and James..another nice restaurant I would recommend in Chester is La Fattoria..it's on Lower Bridge st..it's the place to celebrate..the staff rattle pan lids etc for special occasions and sing to you..😯🤣x..you walked past it on your way back to your van..😉

@deanmacartney7111 3 месяца назад

Well done son reading poem could hear your emotions 👏 👍🏽

@teresestarkey7914 3 месяца назад

Thanks for the poem, I had never heard it before. Thanks to all who fought for us they will never be forgotten. The singsong was hilarious well done both. X

@tonyflanagan5682 3 месяца назад

Very sad story about Wilfred. Who of us these days would unselfishly die for one’s country, probably not many when you consider the unjust conflicts we get involved in these days. Well done for reading the poem, moving indeed 👍

@mbtaiji 3 месяца назад

Powerful poem about the folly of war... it's only attractive to the young and inexperienced; never to the poor buggers -- civilian and soldiers -- who have to survive it. Thanks for sharing your visit; you both are always delightful.

@claireleamy3168 2 месяца назад

Your boogeying in the car brightened up my day James, as did your perplexed, scathing look at the banana microphone that Helen shoved in front of you while you were driving....🤣🤣🤣

@duncancameron9734 3 месяца назад

I remember at school we learned "Futility" by Wilfred Owen. It's still in my head 50 years later.😪

@deborahr2236 3 месяца назад

I was obsessed with that poem when I was in high school in the early 80s and have never forgotten it, still makes me very emotional, boys forced to be men way before their time, real heroes ❤ love your vlogs 👍🏻

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊

@elizabethcotton4659 3 месяца назад

Come back! Stay here which is spooky enough, then we will get you to stay at My Most Haunted Hotel x

@aslandama 3 месяца назад

I was really gasping while Helen had your pint. I was in tears at Dulce Et Decorum Est.

@seanoakes569 3 месяца назад

lol at James…. I knew exactly what you meant when you said (under your breath!) “ooh goodness me!” at 06:04 … it really did make me chuckle! My actual words were… “Struth!’… She was TALL!!!” Once again Helen, you looked amazing in you recently purchased Hat… it really does suit you. Keep these amazing Vlogs coming guys - and if I don’t write to you before you go to the coast with your daughter - I just want to wish you a truly fantastic time together… I’ll see thee!

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@gracegalarya7957 3 месяца назад

Wilfred Owen studied him in school for o level English literature still have the book ( a choice of poets ) to this day that was many moons ago ...the old lie ...it is sweet and glorious to die for one's country. The grease war poet ever . Grace from Belfast.

@helenreasbeck1348 3 месяца назад

Loved the jacket very dapper 😍 bargain buy and you reciting the poem was very very moving, kids these days are too entitled and don’t know what hardship was in those days 😞 Helens taste in music sounds like my Spotify playlist 😂

@ufoman4468 3 месяца назад

Heyup James n Helen . Wilfred Owen one of the old Tommies along with Tommy Atkins of course . Good day out with you today . Keep em coming. 5stars . Cya . .

@kaikito7662 3 месяца назад

My old primary school was directly connected to Craiglockhart hospital where Wilfred and Siegfried Sassoon were sent.

@ianpaterson7752 3 месяца назад

Next time you're in Chester... Free and quiet parking in River Lane next to the cemetery. Amazing food at Chez Jules (lunchtime offer). If you like old pubs try The Boot Inn (up on the rows) You won't be disappointed.

@lindashepherd-denny7113 3 месяца назад

Great video, beautiful poem , 2 brilliant people ❤❤

@leeyoung9469 3 месяца назад

And the officer class and the Royals’ one and all received and still receive chests fulls of shiny medals whilst the brave poor soldiering class received dull head stones. I served in the Royal Horse Artillery back in the 70s by the way. Great vlog as always xx

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you Lee

@ukbloke5740 3 месяца назад

6:04 = Oh hello!

@user-kq9gq2xq2f 3 месяца назад

To hear that poem breaks my heart. So many gave their life for this country but we are giving it away day by day. Great videos. Thanks.

@deedahinkent 3 месяца назад

💯% true

@iforwilliams2509 2 месяца назад

Oswestry is Croesoswallt in Welsh. When wandering around historical towns its worth having a look at streetnames as they raise awareness of some history.

@rachelshonahague5718 3 месяца назад

Such a Powerful poem you two.. made the hairs on my arms stand up.🙂🫡

@michellehanley1432 3 месяца назад

You guys really cheer me up such a lovely couple van karaoke was hilarious 😂

@bigdave6246 3 месяца назад

Love how posh that bloke is ,Helen is lovely.great video

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you

@LindaDent-yx7ez 3 месяца назад

Really enjoyed it ❤ loved the van karaoke 😂 love you two xxxxxxx

@Paul_owie 3 месяца назад

It's good to see you've got a good appetite. It looked bloody lovely.

@allisontemple7348 3 месяца назад

Hiya James and Helen love watching you both its like a ray of sunshine always always put a 😊on my face ..... Loving your red coat and hat Helen and James looking smart in jacket ...... Loved all the info on Wilfred Owen and Oswestry thinking i will definitely have to pay it a visit for sure ❤..... OMG your meal looked delicious 😋💯 for sure ..... Take Care both of you .....😊😊

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you Alison

@ColinHall-tr2lz 3 месяца назад

Love watching your trips you are such a nice couple can’t wait for the next one, if you visit Chester again a walk round the walls is well worth it

@user-ex7bb6lb4s 3 месяца назад

Your recital of the poem was very moving and you read it with true passion and meaning well done James

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@Freedom2Roam. 3 месяца назад

I love the way you read that beautiful poem. You two belong together in so many ways . Beautiful area, very interesting. Thank you 😊

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@karoop01 3 месяца назад

as you read that poem, I'm covered in goose bumps.... really moving

@meanqueensuperscrimper8908 3 месяца назад

Your videos remind me of what it's like to be part of a couple. Something I have not experienced in the last 20 years. I love to watch couples and families enjoying life, but don't feel sorry for me. I am happy and content in my single life. You two lovebirds enjoy your adventures, and let's have a bit of cheeky snogging now and again. ilona

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Haha that's ilona. More snogging in future 😂😉

@dollydimple-ek3ex 3 месяца назад

Aye up...Helens twin again,in the market red outfit...she's setting trends.🤣 Cannot beat 80s music...love it 👌

@kujouk 3 месяца назад

I went to Oswestry once to buy a bike, that was it, never went around it . I agree, that spoons is a bit 60s type building. Excellent poem as well. As Helen said, boys went to war at that time, my granddad signed up at 14 and went, luckly he made it back then went back in 1939 and survived the Lancastria sinking.

@keithmclaren1766 3 месяца назад

just lovely,and i remember the Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon lessons in English class back in the day,war was horrendous,but was brought to life by these wonderful poets,RIP all that fought for our freedoms

@chrisr3171 3 месяца назад

Well read and very emotional 😢 maybe oneday u can read some more out to us mate

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

It might be a recurring theme. Poetry with James 😊

@peacepoppy3809 3 месяца назад

Thank you so much for reading the poem🎉 I am so grateful to here a northern man appreciate that loss of our brothers xx❤

@KayeDavidson-oo4eg 3 месяца назад

The restaurant looked lovely Can't wait to see more guys 😊

@dawnbarlow2002 3 месяца назад

Just want to say thank you for reading that poem, I’d never heard it, and well it’s a beautiful piece of writing, and as they say, it proper hit me in the smalls…

@suzieq2958 3 месяца назад

Your reading of the poem that I looked up just before, made me tear up.. The ling a long disco was the best bit. Then you finished up in hubby's home town! Great video! Cheers both 😃💜

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@elizabethdunn2992 3 месяца назад

Fabulous video as always. Loved the singing n the van! Very moving poem by Wilfred Owen. He was educated in Birkenhead & lived in Tranmere where I live. ❤

@SusanTurner-yo9lf 3 месяца назад

Another great vlog, loving all these towns and the history, very moving poem, both my grandmothers lost a brother in the battle of the Somme, one 19 and the other 23. That Wetherspoons was a shocker, they are normally nice old buildings repurposed. Loved the singalong, doesn't get better than ghe 80,s 😊

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

So many young lives were lost. Such a terrible waste.

@always.wondering.wandering 3 месяца назад

Great poem, I could understand after the read why you admire Wilfred Owen. And then, music, great duet you two, looked like so much fun. Great find with the jacket, you look quite dapper and Helen was looking quite chic in her's. What a lovely end to your week together. Good company, lovely sights and delicious foods. I will look forward to your next, most likely solo adventure. Take care now.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you, got another joint one coming on Sunday which is quite different as we stayed in a hotel, now I'm back on the road alone again.

@connieh6136 3 месяца назад

Fab vlog ! Helens outfit looks great ,she always walks with her head down 😊that poem is so deep and haunting very well written 💛

@paulrduffield 3 месяца назад

Another great video with you both. And enjoyed your renditions of the 80 s hits. Keep up the good work. 👍 best wishes from northern Thailand 🇹🇭

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊

@tracybush8115 3 месяца назад

The poem brought me to tears. So many youth today have no respect for anyone or a glimmer of understanding regards the plight of past and present soldiers. Perhaps your video will change some young viewers' perspective on this situation. Thank you for showing emotion - I think it's important. Jacket looks smart.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you

@markfalshaw-gv9im 8 дней назад

OMG the wearherspoons looks like a 1970s Dole Office and the nob who shouted has only just left the Q 😊

@Zephyrines 3 месяца назад

That jacket really suits you James, maybe adopting the attire of Alfred Wainwright would add a certain sartorial elegance to your hill walking 😄 There is something very British and stoic about Tweeds in all weathers. Really enjoyed this trip thank you, all the best to you both, David x

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you David, I think I can pull that off now I'm getting older 😊

@jasonwelsh5986 3 месяца назад

James as always Brilliant keep up the good content. 👍👍👍

@lesleykelly9095 3 месяца назад

I've remembered that phrase all my life and never knew where it actually came from. Thank you for that, it's made me realise why it was written. Xx

@martinmuldowney6345 3 месяца назад

Another great vlog form use two am totally hooked been watching every night for three weeks now to get through your other chapters love your crazy adventures keep them coming James and let’s not forget Helen 💙

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you so much 😊❤️

@richardmcbride2378 3 месяца назад

Caught up on a few of your vlogs Jimmy, like you, I love the history and architecture of the places you visit. Helen is always ahead of you, then waits til you catch up, but I understand that's just an age issue, I have it myself! Some great pubs too!! You'd never get the array of drinks in Ireland as in England, but then when you have legendary Guinness, what else comes close? Blessings from Belfast.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you, I came to Belfast a few years back and really liked it. Will come back soon.

@mazingmumma1 3 месяца назад

I really love youre vlogs, you make me chuckle how you talk to each, i watched the past vlogs and still end up laughing while Helen power walking infront of you james, thank you both for the vlogs ❤❤

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@georgemafe 3 месяца назад

Beautiful .. a lovely respect to a brave soldier , my father was an active conscripted soldier in Angola from 1962 -65 fighting for the Portuguese army to liberate Portuguese settlers who where being killed there. He was a 22 year old man at the time , the pain & loss on both sides .. I can only imagine, my dad doesn’t talk about it i ask him and he does engage with me but I’m respectful to him what I ask him .. love you dad .. & thanks James for the ultimate respect you gave.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you

@PaulELLIS-dz2xh 3 месяца назад

U came 2 oswestry and seen nough if u haven,t been 2 the railway tavern😅

@leemacgregor 3 месяца назад

pmsl laughing brought a smile to my face that vid !!

@JayneWright-rb1st 3 месяца назад

Cheers, go Helen

@lucygale336 3 месяца назад

Thanks for reading that beautiful poem x

@kenglenwright4040 3 месяца назад

Reading All Quiet on the Western Front, let's hope those silly young men in Oswestry never have to learn the hard way

@markfalshaw-gv9im 8 дней назад

A LOVLY POEM READ BEAUTIFULY WELL DONE MATE YOU DESERVE A BEVI 😊

@TheBubblewrapboy 3 месяца назад

I know it’s a fair trek for you guys, but you’ve got to have a couple of days in and around Cardiff, you will love it 👍🍺🍺

@freeby44 3 месяца назад

Another brilliant Vid there, was good seeing you two patting about singing. Keeping it real as always. Have a good week both off you.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@kezzacollinson621 3 месяца назад

I have really enjoyed this trip….the history, info, pubs visited has been great. Thanks guys! Nice blazer by the way, and yes……grosse looking Wetherspoons and didn’t do with the rest of the town😮 OMG….what a k**b that guy was……too many about these days unfortunately 😢 Loved the poem ❤

@garethroberts68 3 месяца назад

Never heard of that poem before, nore the guy who wrote it. Brings it all home how lucky we all are. Amazin vid mate.

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you

@graemelamb65 3 месяца назад

Chester is fantastic.

@Inmyroom-1204 3 месяца назад

I can't help but think how much James looks like Paul Carrick 🙂

@kimharrop4301 3 месяца назад

Brilliant 😂 loved it all guys.

@user-qf5cy2wd9t 3 месяца назад

Thank you for the vidio Helen and James just loved it xx

@juliahawthorn3122 3 месяца назад

Love the poetry make it a thing

@emckay6954 3 месяца назад

Lovely video as usual a joy to watch. I Wish more people were like you two. 😀

@cham3784 3 месяца назад

Beautiful poem and beautiful read Thankyou for that. Loved the singing at the ended ❤😂

@donnawesthead2846 3 месяца назад

Brilliant vlog. Poem brings a tear to the eye very emotional poem. Didnt know Wilfred Owen before 👍

@andysneddon3615 3 месяца назад

Kids as a rule have no idea what these men went through !, they are here because of them !! Great vid guys !!, and respect ❤

@cultfiction3865 3 месяца назад

To fight and risk your life for your own country you have to love your country first. Perhaps some of these kids don’t love their country which also means they won’t respect him for fighting for it

@andysneddon3615 3 месяца назад

@@cultfiction3865 The kids then didn't have much choice my friend !, but I know they did it for their mates and family in their own town !, village !, culture war ??, they're fighting now for the same thing !! Country or not !!

@cultfiction3865 3 месяца назад

@@andysneddon3615 But your friends, family and town and paying tax to the country so if you are fighting for them then surely you are fighting for your country. A better idea would be to take your family and friends and flee to somewhere safe instead

@user-cx1un9qq6p 3 месяца назад

thanks for that video James and Helen grate

@MarkE-me 3 месяца назад

A superb vlog & well done James reading that poignant poem after being rudely interrupted

@sueterry7300 3 месяца назад

Great vlog. Thanku. Powerful poem, beautifully read. Xx Lovely to see u both enjoying life 🫶🏻xx Take care xx

@MargretHollstein 3 месяца назад

Just watched this tonight and the Wilfred Owen poem you read was so moving Such refreshing videos you are producing and seeing how much you care and bounce off each other is just lovely .❤

@majesticwork 3 месяца назад

Always enjoy watching you both on your journeys, thanks for all the information on Oswestry and paying respects to Wilfred Owen.. Love watching the two of you walking about and eating out and having a beer...

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊

@BR-fp3gx 3 месяца назад

A new subscriber from Ireland ☘️☘️ born in Yorkshire brought up in Ireland, absolutely love your sense of humour and your accents . Enjoying getting to know the towns & villages you’re visiting. Hope you both come to Ireland some day .

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you, we'd love to come to Ireland. Helen has family over there.

@stevengarnham8913 3 месяца назад

Another great vlog soon as you say pub Helen’s off .

@johnround1697 3 месяца назад

That poem riminded me of my grandfather corporal william sutton killed in action in italy age 34 ,after being wounded in north africa and taking part in several desert campaigns . Most kids have no respect no surprise what happened at the reading you gave. On a brighter note loved the vlog mate ,helen lookd beautiful usual and you looked 😮smart in your new jacket. 😉

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you John. Sorry to hear about your Grandfather ❤️

@robinabbott5781 3 месяца назад

Good light hearted video you two are brilliant take care ❤

@jackiewheatland9691 3 месяца назад

Absolutely beautiful poem ❤

@colinallen39 3 месяца назад

Always enjoy your videos , you two are a match made in heaven ......lol

@bythecurb 3 месяца назад

Thank you 😊❤️

@philiplittle2271 3 месяца назад

Absolutely cracking road trip. We couldn’t believe that lounge pub you went in to in Ludlow. We never knew it was there and we are local to Ludlow. Oh and superb sing song on the van 👍

@christinefleming7656 3 месяца назад

Fabulous love you guys ❤️

@mickfen8831 3 месяца назад

EY-UP James and Helen,thanks for letting us come along again, I’ve been to Chester to see the horse racing,glad to see more of the town in your vid. I don’t think the youth would be so “hobby” if this country brought back National Service. Safe travels,see ya next time time. 🤝👍

@mickfen8831 3 месяца назад

GOBBY 🫣

@lindyloolinda3079 3 месяца назад

Thank you 4 that lovely poem. Never heard of it. ❤

@lindyloolinda3079 3 месяца назад

Will you n Helen go to bridgenorth. Lovely old town Plus loads of pubs on upper town. N the use the tram down to lower town. Nice little park n Castle ruins. Plus the old fashion train station n pub is amazing. X