This Seaside Town is 69.5 Miles From The Coast

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A little van life park up in Matlock and a trip to the strange town of Matlock Bath.
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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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@Shane55able 4 месяца назад

I love that Helen put those Greggs packaging in the bin 🚮 I'm a volunteer litter picker and was made up to see Helen do that. 👏 Great video again, well edited too! 👍

@samandjennysambrook 4 месяца назад

I volunteered for that job,and when I asked if I needed any training,they said no training required, You'll just pick it up as you go along!!😆😂🤣

@deanmacartney7111 4 месяца назад

Don't get him going Helen. If you go in summer you will see triple amount motorbike Lol😂😂😂

@austinwalters 4 месяца назад

Bad fish and chips + Noisy motorbikes = grumpy James 😂😂

@kevinbennett2208 19 дней назад

Yeah he moans like a woman

@dazpreston9572 4 месяца назад

Spent many Sundays in Matlock Bath On the Motorbike watching the world go by....Packed in summer...That's y there so many chip shops...

@davidmonkman1767 4 месяца назад

Thank god your out and about james. I've been flicking through the youtube channels all day and got board of the same old youtubers then yours came up and I thought great by the curb is on fantastic..

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you 😂😍

@andrewgoulding7287 4 минуты назад

You pair are stars I have lived in Dublin for 22yrs originally from Derbyshire , hearing your voices reminds me of home .. vlogs are so entertaining , they are real not just boring food reviews .. keep up the good work ...

@tinastock8540 4 месяца назад

I want Helen to take the camera and show us In side the charity shops 🤣 great vlog

@annieallcock8123 4 месяца назад

Hi Helen & James, Was so great seeing you guys yesterday & thank you so much for the shout out. You are just the same off the screen as you are on. A wonderful couple.... Shame you didn't get to go on the heights of Abraham....but at that price I don't blame you!!!!....it's actually 40 years since Dale & myself went on them 😮 lol. We hope to meet up with you guys again & have a drink ❤......A & D

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you, it was lovely to meet you both 🙂

@annieallcock8123 4 месяца назад

@@bythecurb Thank you & you guys ...take care 🍻

@3180mick 4 месяца назад

Don't go on a Sunday if you don't like motorbikes. The promenade gets full up with them.

@markberry2969 4 месяца назад

Same at Blidworth village and Byker Newcastle. That RHS stone guest house I have stayed there 2 nights Fountain?? The guy likes hats in there as there were many displays of them!!

@barrieking5939 4 месяца назад

That castle you could see is Ryber castle. It used to have a zoo up there. I remember hand feeding a great brown bear with custard cream biscuits. My wife thought I was barmy.

@3180mick 4 месяца назад

I remember it too, I was only very young and it was a bit heath Robinson and a bit run down. I'm sure something like a golden Eagle escaped once

@heatherread5314 4 месяца назад

That was a cracking little zoo. Linx owls raccoons the otters where great

@mickfen8831 3 месяца назад

Ryber castle zoo was our annual school trip,many many years ago 👍

@theusefulchannel 4 месяца назад

It's nice to see old folk out for the day enjoying life 😂😂

@bluenose7984 4 месяца назад

Surely their carers should be looking after them? 🤣😂🤣

@IanLewisCymru 4 месяца назад

@@bluenose7984 That's US!

@eddiebushtracey4887 4 месяца назад

Matlock Bath is our Blackpool 😂 big meeting place for bikers gangs. Gorgeous in summer, if ya like motorbikes 😂 ❤

@LRHKEV 4 месяца назад

That's what us with motorbikes say about vans and motorhomes

@bigwideworld387 3 месяца назад

Let's be honest though there are no vans or motorhomes causing any issues in these beauty spots. They aren't going up and down in vehicles they've had modified to have the world's loudest revs. It's ok for those sat on the bikes because they have a thick helmet protecting their hearing but innocent bystanders don't. The last time my partner and I went to Matlock Bath, we came back from walking on the hills and we barely reached Midland Pub and we could hear a guy sat on his moped revving away at the other end of Matlock Bath! The bloke was still sat revving it by the time we reached that.ebd and opposite him was families and couples eating fish and chips outside a restaurant and the fumes they had to eat in was awful. We went to Helmsley in North Yorkshire and again the motorbikers where all over the square revving non stop while people are trying to eat outside pubs including us. Why can't they just drive off instead of sitting for 30 mins revving and being a nuisance to other people also trying to enjoy a trip out. I totally share James's annoyance, it just puts non bikers off going back to these places or any other beauty spots that bikers swarm too.

@dougalmcdougal286 3 месяца назад

@@bigwideworld387dude, really. There's plenty of campervanners causing so many problems everywhere, leaving filth, emptying their toilets in public areas, that many councils, esp near the seaside, have stopped welcoming them. 100% agree about loud pipes, real noise pollution & very inconsiderate to others. Loud pipes don't save as many lives as advanced training. I speak as someone with a bike, that goes to Matlock & as a camper owner. I am considerate with both.

@bigwideworld387 3 месяца назад

@@dougalmcdougal286 dude, I don't have a campervan and I absolutely bet that was some do the awful things you mentioned but they aren't doing it on the main roads and squares of beauty spots making it unpleasant for people who also have a right to enjoy it.

@markhodgson5803 23 дня назад

What that they make loads noise, idiot.

@Mokyjohn1800 4 месяца назад

I subscribed after watching your Liverpool vids the other week (my hometown). My Nan was from Bakewell so I spend many weekends wandering around the edgy streets of Matlock bath as a kid. It brings back memories and the flat cap is a must in that neck of the woods by the way. Thanks to both of you for the videos, always entertaining! Cheers, John

@stickemuppunkitsthefunlovi4733 3 месяца назад

I bet the girls loved you and the boys hated you haha

@yorkshiresfinestpair 3 месяца назад

We love Matlock, we use to go there often on a weekend on the motorbikes 🏍️🏍️🏍️ 👍

@grahamdaniel9534 4 месяца назад

Dandelion and Burdock with Fish & Chips now that’s a class combo 😊

@johnspark8095 4 месяца назад

You two are some act. God Bless. Matlock holds some very, very special childhood memories for me, thank you for this video. My grandad used to be the car park attendant and grandmother used to sell tickets in a little wooden hut for the rowing boats. Thanks for this video, I,m crying writing this because they were so very much happy times in my childhood. I,m 73 years old now I wish you both well. Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. Keep up your good work. It,s a bikers mecca because of the Harley Davison shop that was there when I was there, 60 odd years ago. Again thanks.

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you for your lovely message John ☺️

@mickfen8831 3 месяца назад

Well said John 👍

@jeremyclutson8244 4 месяца назад

If you'd wanted a proper view of Matlock, including Ryber Castle, you should have just watched Shane Meadow's 'Dead Man's Shoes'!! Beautiful photography and lovely soundtrack.

@booglewho86 4 месяца назад

My thoughts also, I have just mentioned same said movie and now found your excellent comment ❤

@nickg0261 4 месяца назад

Your both very watchable, and always put a smile on my face.

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you 🙂

@lawrencewatters5448 4 месяца назад

Yes Helen the cap really does look great 😂

@MrKevinbrindle 4 месяца назад

I actually noticed a Boyes in Chester le Street the other day and I found myself smirking!!!!!!

@BigDave1965 4 месяца назад

I love Matlock Bath, that fish & chips looked nice, Next time I go there on my Motorbike I might have some 😂. Ashbourne & Bakewell (not far from there are really nice), Love Helens Flat Cap 😊

@maxineredfern3380 4 месяца назад

O no don’t go in the summer if you don’t like the motorbikes it’s packed lol. I go kayaking down the river there from Darley dale to Matlock bath. The better chip shops are further down the road. Seeethee Maxx

@stevemorgan976 4 месяца назад

Loved it.... Helen lovely cap , James lucky lad... your adventures make me smile.. keep going

@john_halifax 4 месяца назад

So pleased you finally visited Matlock Bath. Love the place so unique. Matlock is also really nice with some great antique shops

@booglewho86 4 месяца назад

Another fantastic video, many thanks. Matlock.... Filming location for 'Dead Man's Shoes' a must watch if you haven't already.

@Coco-mw8tz 4 месяца назад

Brilliant film isn’t the ending that ‘castle’on the hill?

@booglewho86 4 месяца назад

I really can't remember... it's been some time since I last watched it... 'Dead Man's Shoes' evening coming soon.

@user-cx1un9qq6p 4 месяца назад

Very interesting vlog James and Helen thanks for that Helen suited the cap.

@lindashepherd-denny7113 3 месяца назад

Another great video❤ Love to you both, keep doing what you are doing❤

@christinejervis5968 4 месяца назад

Ah Helen I just need to be more Helen ❤ You are great James is alrert aswell 😂

@Paul_owie 4 месяца назад

Very enjoyable day today. Thank you 🎉

@lynnescaddan8919 4 месяца назад

Lovely video as per usual~ thank you.

@liammcnulty7112 4 месяца назад

Hiya you two, another very good video, you are great together😊

@stephenwood9104 4 месяца назад

Another enjoyable vlog, really does look a lovely place, thanks for sharing guys ❤️👍

@colinburton66 4 месяца назад

You two are so down to earth you make me and my wife laugh bso much

@kevinmulligan6858 4 месяца назад

I enjoyed that. In your recent visit to Buxton i suggested Matlock to you James along with Bacup. There is also Bakewell and Castleton that you should enjoy but to be honest these are the types of places that you need to visit in the summer when the weather is a lot warmer. Great entertainment again so thank you both.

@stevestanley9691 4 месяца назад

Enjoyed the walk about . Any antique shops around with old tools and phones . Keep posting .❤️✌️🇺🇸

@craigmelvin5206 4 месяца назад

Always good to watch you two 👍👍👍🙏

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you :-)

@denisroberts1206 4 месяца назад

Nice cap Helen 😊 Another good vlog James.Must try a pub night stop this year, yet to do one.👍

@user-sw7nq3rz7i 4 месяца назад

I love watching you both together . You are made for each other .☺️

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you! 🙂😍

@doctormong1 4 месяца назад

Great video. Had me laughing out loud as usual.

@philswain9648 4 месяца назад

Another great video. I am literally choosing where I visit on the basis of your vlogs so keep them comng.

@johnr1992 4 месяца назад

Keep up the good work lads, you'll soon be at 100k!

@user-kc6co4kd6y 4 месяца назад

Great to see you too , nice cap Helen it suits you xx

@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN 4 месяца назад

Good show James & Helen 👍🐕🚐👊

@lindagent9831 4 месяца назад

“Booze fer baby” 🤣🤣🤣 love that. Also James very touching that you wished all the mothers present and departed a lovely Mother’s Day. Great vlog James and Helen. Peace 🧚

@kitchenworker446 4 месяца назад

I'm with you Helen...I tidy up displays in shops...I pick up and put in the bin, other people's litter...yep, that's me!! I must be special too James!!

@sueterry7300 4 месяца назад

Loved your vlog. Been on the ride many years ago but scary. Nice place but like u say not much there. Nice to see u both out n about ,take care x

@user-dl8oo5wk8k 4 месяца назад

I spent one week in each month for about 18 months staying in Matlock Bath whilst working in Alfreton. Very quirky place being like a seaside resort but being the UK town the furthest from the coast. Great in December when lit up including boats on the river. Loved the video

@kevanparker908 4 месяца назад

Should have written this first, Mainly for Helen (You would kill me if we ever meet) You can walk up to the Height's of Abraham without paying for Cable cars and you can see some of the attractions at the top for free, its a tough walk however.

@user-nx8ii4ef7f 3 месяца назад

I enjoyed this, on a dreary Sunday morning. Made me feel quite normal!! Hahaha!

@yodaami 4 месяца назад

Guinness and black! Lovely. Never thought about lime but of course lager and lime was a thing I had in my younger life! Matlock looks lovely, nice to see a northern town that is not in decline. ❤ Thanks for taking us around.

@micro_adVANtures 4 месяца назад

Awww Helen you look cute in the cap. Yup, our GI Jayne is special for sure. I and my ASD, feel her pain, the need to seek order in a chaotic world, dopamining (through the search for information and knowledge) etc… I really enjoy Helen because I can relate. James you are a great partner to Helen. Calm, relaxed, considerate… neurodivergent struggle with relationships with neurotypicals but this looks a perfect match!!! You’re made for each other. But hey, I truly enjoy the vids either way and without Helen. Keep up the great work.

@timhall7830 3 месяца назад

One of your funniest vlogs so far!.Keep it up.x

@G4RY1159 3 месяца назад

Looked a decent place, think Id swerve it in the summer, ''think of all the bikes'' bit busy! Thanks again folks, enjoyed the tour along with you both.

@kathyhayden2499 4 месяца назад

Hi James and Helen another funny vlog,love the cap Helen,funny when James said I don't think the white dress would suit me❤

@kelvinconnie 4 месяца назад

Cheers Helen, won't sleep tonight with a vision of James in tights and leotard ! Looking fab in the flat cap, great video as always guys, be safe and happy travels x

@jojoynes4823 Месяц назад

Matlock bath is a lovely place and all about the bikes for me,I love going there to look at them all parked up,and then having fish and chips,❤

@kevjaffray 4 месяца назад

Loved that review, spot on. Problem is, Matlock Bath is a biker's mecca and to be fair, you managed a quiet day! Next time you're both there, take Helen on Giddy Edge, she'll love it! ( I doubt you will though James 😁)

@elizabethdunn2992 4 месяца назад

The donuts 😂😂 Great video as always ❤

@trevorbarnes4731 3 месяца назад

Great Watch nice area Dead man's shoes made there one of my fav movies thank you for this😎😎😎

@user-mq9jv3pg6i 4 месяца назад

Great Vlog,you've shown us another lovely place 😊 Loved the flat cap Helen really suits you😅 Yes love frosty Jack ,can't get it here in Hungary, will have to wait till I go home to see family in June 😊 Really desperate for fish and chips too,thanks guys x❤

@JoE-li9oj 4 месяца назад

The best thing about Matlock is the walks. There is a good one that takes in High Tor and Riber Castle and another one that goes around the back of Matlock Bath and past Tinkers Shaft. Both fantastic walks with amazing views. Definitely worth going back to try these.

@davidrichards7711 4 месяца назад

Ey-up James & Helen. Welcome to Deryshire !

@lucygale336 4 месяца назад

Peaky blinders o no its Helen and James 😂love the hat ❤good vlog guys 😊

@carolewilson4895 4 месяца назад

❤❤to both of you x

@janicemarsh823 3 месяца назад

Visited Bridlington at the weekend and went into Boyes ...which like Helen I love ...went into the cafe and had steak pie which was delicious ...visited Boyes so many times and was oblivious to the fact that they had a restaurant until we saw it on by the curb....thankyou x

@samandjennysambrook 4 месяца назад

Not been for a year or two, Always an Attraction for bikes, especially Sundays...glad you thought better of the cable 🚠 cars...£28.50??? Scandalous!! Really enjoyed it though so thanks for posting J+ H.👍✅

@Lendahandquick 4 месяца назад

We stayed in Matlock Bath a couple of years ago and there was nowhere to buy a pint of milk, I ended up walking all the way to Matlock lol 😂 Love the video, keep up the good work.

@aslandama 4 месяца назад

Both places looked lovely to me, thanks for sharing as always. Helen, hat suits you but I think you'd look good in a black bin bag anyway. Cheers, loving this channel!

@andywright3450 4 месяца назад

Hi James and Helen how U doing U 2.. Matlock its ok but nothing to do really .... Cracking video as always ..

@jobybell8543 4 месяца назад

We went to Matlock Bath & did exactly the same as you two. Went to heights of Abraham & did a u turn when we saw the price. Perhaps we’re tight Yorkshire folk? Great video as always ☺️

@jimmccue-zr6yp 4 месяца назад

Love your blogs brilliant Helen is very funny keep up good work. Fae Jim fae Scotland

@howardcollins6748 4 месяца назад

Great to have the Dynamic Duo back regards Howard from Cyprus

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thanks Howard 😊

@gosomewherenew 4 месяца назад

Oh man I spent many weekends in Matlock bath as a youth.. Make sure you pop to Bakewell if you're still near by - some lovely coffee shops, and a beautiful walk down the river (and plenty of ducks lol)

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

We did Bakewell last year. Loved it

@adrianbackhouse7567 4 месяца назад

We were just discussing that there weren't many motorbikes there!! It a well know ride out for all bikers!!! In the summer its packed with motorbikes!! You would love it!!😂😂😂

@user-vl8no2wy5k Месяц назад

Hi guys great seeing your footage Helen you are amazing so natural straight to point so funny when have had a drink I think it kind of winds James lol . James would be nice to see a bit more about your van keep it up Henry

@user-vl8no2wy5k Месяц назад

I am at a stage in my life similar to yous had enough of working stupid hours and trying to see my girls would van life work or am I just dreaming Henry

@liammcnulty7112 4 месяца назад

The cap really suits Helen👍

@user-vr5pt3sg4c 4 месяца назад

Nice town keep up the good work you 2

@stevemarshall2728 4 месяца назад

Thanks... love you two ! Awesome

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you so much!! 😍

@stevemarshall2728 4 месяца назад

@@bythecurb spent the whole day watching you two ... amazing content... wonderful couple .... carry on !

@KayeDavidson-oo4eg 4 месяца назад

Another good video The fish pond pub do a nice jacket potato ❤

@andystreet1479 4 месяца назад

love Helen's new cap blimey that attraction was way overpriced would be mega busy in the summer, that;s what I hate about Greggs everyone thinks its acceptable to drop Gregg's bags on the floor well done Helen for picking up.

@murta 3 месяца назад

I have fo d memories of going there as a kid and always felt like it had a seaside feel

@shirleywilliams4915 4 месяца назад

Watched your Liverpool vlog, loved it & i've subscribed. Such an easy watch, you're both so funny. We did Matlock / baths & Heights of Abraham. The air was blue as im not a lover of heights 😂🤦‍♀️ looking forward to going tgrough previos vlogs.

@S25_Blade 4 месяца назад

Summer at weekends is motor bike heaven/hell. Used to have a couple of decent pubs but alas not so sure now. Keep up the good work !! Trying Conisbrough chippy this week 👍

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Its one of our favourites but mum and dad said they were a bit disappointed last time but it was busy and they were short staffed

@awolwakefieldyorkshire 4 месяца назад

Hi James and Helen. I'm personally not in to flat caps but they certainly suit Helen to a tee 🙂

@shaunkynaston8836 4 месяца назад

Ironic you both ended up wearing peaks in the peak district. Another enjoyable vlog, thanks both!

@giorgipiorgi 4 месяца назад

You were in my town and I didn’t even know! Hope you enjoyed yourselves

@claireleamy3168 3 месяца назад

H&J...the perfect double act! Loved the duck piece! 😘

@davidtiernan8245 4 месяца назад

I am loving the videos and I can’t wait to explore some of your visited adventures. I am a subscriber but I am also a biker that would love to visit Matlock Bath on my motorcycle, when it warms up.

@helenreasbeck1348 4 месяца назад

Been up the heights of Abraham in the summer a few years ago and the mine tours are very interesting, views from up there are spectacular but a little scary as the cable car stops mid way for the views, at Matlock bath hotel there is a thermal outdoor pool and in sept/oct they dress the little boats up at night and parade them down the river, your daughter would love it

@Simon-fr4ts 4 месяца назад

Helen with the 'Sleeping With The Enemy' OCD in Boyes!

@leemacgregor 4 месяца назад

great video guys p love that hat Helen !!

@Mach_One_Photos 4 месяца назад

well after 63 years on this planet i finally went in my first Boyes yesterday. i had never even heard of the store untill i started watching By The Curb. and yesterday when my daughter wanted some boot polish i said Boyes will have some 😂😂

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Haha, it's a great shop, has everything you need and good honest value

@C4ROT484 4 месяца назад

Great video I like your way of thinking the smaller are healthier that’s a good one

@jasonsmith7737 4 месяца назад

Hilarious Helen tidying the shelves in Boyes

@user-vk3fm3fq6p 3 месяца назад

Just caught up on vlogs. Dragon thought the the duck vlog was so funny as I’m Steve and I’m not the thinnest person she was crying laughing at me thanks you two 😂😂😂😂😂😂. Will have to go there looks good

@theabandonedhunter3604 4 месяца назад

As always cracking video!! Helen you pull off the cap 🙂 never been there but as you say it I may look for a visit in summer… take care both! …. Smithy

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thanks Smithy

@peterjohnson5806 4 месяца назад

Enjoyed your trip to Matlock. Everybody should have a Helen in their life. A breath of fresh air

@rebekahsalt26 4 месяца назад

I tidy shop shelves too 😂 and pick up litter. 😇👌 It struck me, it’s ok to drink in a park sitting on the grass, but it’s dodgy sitting on a bench x

@always.wondering.wandering 4 месяца назад

Oh, it's your Mother's Day, ours is in May. Hope your mum had a nice one. When it said Matlock my head went to our tv show called Matlock with Andy Griffith, a mystery legal drama. I liked that park there with the ducks but the town looked a little too touristy and yes, it did have the feel of a seaside town. I love your new hat Helen, it suits you well. Good that you two got to spend time together and loved the banter as always. Have a good week and thanks for today's tour, always appreciated.

@bythecurb 4 месяца назад

Thank you 🙂❤