109: Bream and Devil’s Chapel (Forest of Dean 2018)

[@brotherurth1625]

I have to agree with you, I’m recently back from my first visit to the Forest of Dean, and it’s now my favourite part of the country. I was based in Coleford, and as a non driver, found the 22 and 23 buses took me to all my planned trips. I’m already planning my return next year. Your videos have given me more ideas, thank you.

[@solitaryrambler]

That's great to know! Many thanks for watching and for your kind comments 👍

[@mojopin70]

They filmed an episode of Blake's 7 here

[@solitaryrambler]

I can probably guess which episode too 👍

[@kellyshaw7271]

I can see you settling there one day, it seems your heart lies there. As always expertly shot, lots of hard work, money and effort put in and a joy to watch, thank you.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you Kelly, who knows what may happen in the future! Thanks as always for your kind words and for watching. Cheers, Patrick :)

[@bigjobs5000]

How did I miss this one! A lovely film and beautiful music as always Patrick. Kindest Regards, Martin.

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it Martin, thanks for your kind words and for watching 👍

[@fehmiabbasi4874]

Hi Patrick, nice to see calm and simple beauty around you thanks for sharing

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Fehmi for your kinds comments and for watching :)

[@elizabethandrogercourt8055]

Another lovely video from the area where we used to live. Very interesting to hear about Devils chapel. Memories of attending St James. Where we lived at Sling we had wonderful views of the Forest overlooking Bream, Yorkley and Pillowell. Thank you for your brilliant video's.

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it, many thanks again for taking the time to watch and for your lovely comments 👍

[@leahpotter9140]

I’ve lived in Bream my whole life, my family has been here for generations. It is such a beautiful place to live.

[@solitaryrambler]

Nice one, thanks for watching 👍

[@robertosborne7542]

Really?I lived there for a while and recall lots of gossiping old snoopers who used to hang around places like Treharnes(sp?)the old newsagents not far from the Centotaph. Granted the setting is great,wouldnt deny that.

[@GwynneR88]

Proud forester ❤

[@johncauser3444]

Hi Patrick , great video as always, I will be following in your footsteps on this walk when I visit the wrye valley next week, I will also be doing your symonds yat walk also, love your work mate.

[@solitaryrambler]

Many thanks for watching this John and for your kind words. You'll enjoy the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, my favourite place. Have a great time down there 👍

[@lifewiththelightlys2119]

Fabulous village and forest views. Thank you x

[@solitaryrambler]

Many thanks for your kind comments and for watching! Really pleased you liked it 👍

[@Kenners.]

The Forest of Dean is on my todo list. Great video Patrick.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks again, hope you manage to make it there sometime :)

[@adrianthomas722]

Really enjoyed this one Patrick. I went to Puzzlewood earlier this year (from Hereford). I might pop down to Bream next week and take some photos of the scowles. Assume it's easy to find. Thanks for widening my mind and best wishes. Adrian

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Adrian, hope you enjoy your visit to Bream.

[@robertosborne7542]

Used to sneak into Puzzle Wood when taking my Grans dog out for a run from Gorsty Knoll-great place,bit scary if you were the imaginative type.

[@maevefagan7123]

Lovely to see a summery walk in beautiful countryside after the snow and ice we have been having for the last few days. Would love to visit the Forest of Dean again but watching your videos is a pleasant way to see it without leaving the house.

[@solitaryrambler]

Yes it was nice to post this knowing that I had filmed it last summer! Thanks for watching Maeve :)

[@frankfitzgerald5832]

What a wonderful place Patrick.....couldnt believe some of the views you were blessed with.......The forest of dean certainly seems a magical place and thank you so much for sharing it with us all.......regards ....frank & Lee....

[@solitaryrambler]

Well Frank and Lee I do hope one day you are able to visit this wonderful forest for yourselves. It sure is a magical place. Many thanks. Cheers, Patrick :)

[@wendymcfadyen-allerby6142]

I agree devils chapel was so interesting as is your other explores, music good as well tyvm

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you very much, your kind words are much appreciated :)

[@pete7179]

What a lovely film. A great village and walk,you've shown us some lovely villages and places over the films,some of the little villages are like a part of England we thought we had lost,from times gone by,imagine being lucky enough to live in a place like that,especially if it had some of the old pubs like the Blue Ball that you've shown us,I liked the Devil's Chapel,it was very eerie,it reminded me of Luds Church at the Roaches where I'v been,and where you visited in a previous film. I'm glad I watched the early episodes with Michael and Nigel otherwise I'd think you were being serious with some of your comments. Well Patrick I'm up to date until you get round to editing and posting 110,I shall look forward to that. Having watched just a few selective films,in the new year when I was at home a lot I decided to start at number one and watch the lot,I'v now watched every minute of every one of the films you've shared and it's been an absolute pleasure,I'v loved every second of it,better than anything on the tv,and I'v always looked forward to the next,the timing couldn't have been more perfect as I'm going away tomorrow,I feel I have got to know you as a friend,the sign of an exceptional presenter,I won't go into everything I think about the aspects of the films and hard work you put into them,I think you know that by now,but I just want to say thank you so much they have been superb,if ever I'm out and about on my own walks,and am lucky enough to bump into you,I would love to say hello in person,but not in a Phil Day sort of way ! Enjoy your break,and when you find time to edit and complete the footage you have saved I will look forward to enjoying any new films. Thankyou again for all your hard work and for sharing,take care,and bye for now. Pete.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you so much Pete, Devil's Chapel was a real treat especially bearing in mind it is not advertised as a tourist attraction - you have to know where to find it. I am so grateful to you for watching every single film, I only know of a couple of other viewers who have done that, so it is much appreciated. Film no.110 will (hopefully) be posted in the next day or so, then I've still many others to edit after that. It would be a real pleasure to bump into you when I'm out and about. I hope you have a fantastic holiday Pete, you certainly deserve it. All the best to you. Cheers, Patrick :)

[@pete7179]

@@solitaryrambler Great news that you have more to edit and upload,I'll really look forward to that when I get back,would you believe I watched the pilot again last night ! It's been a real pleasure,honestly. Have loved every minute of every one of them. All the best matey 😊 Enjoy your break. Pete.

[@jeffallinson8089]

That was, as per usual a real treat. I have relatives who live in Gloucester (Abbeymead) and they have brought us out to the Forest of Dean on several occasions and it is really lovely. You mentioned Puzzlewood, I remember taking my kids there years ago and it was fabulous, just an incredible landscape and it made for a lovely day out. I have to say the musical score was exceptional and just suited the video to a tee. You looked like you hit the jackpot with the weather that day too!!

[@solitaryrambler]

Good to know Jeff. I've never been to Puzzlewood myself. I had hoped to film there back in 2018 when i did this one, but a cost would have been involved and filming is not allowed without special permission. At least I was able to film Devil's Chapel and it was free! Glad you liked the musical score. I certainly was lucky with the weather as I recall this was the last day in a bunch of films I had shot down there before returning home afterwards 👍

[@jeffallinson8089]

@@solitaryrambler Puzzlewood is well worth a look. We certainly enjoyed it and would definitely return next time we are in the area, when ever that will be who knows due to lockdown number two.

[@richardchan9595]

Always a thrill get into see your videos Patrick. Forrest of Dean is a very beautiful place indeed.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you Richard, the Forest sure is a beautiful place :)

[@levimacdonald5188]

Another good video Patrick! made my day !!!! Cheers💖💖👌👌

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it Levi, thanks for watching :)

[@levimacdonald5188]

@@solitaryrambler 👍! I'm enjoying the warm weather and scenery in your vids! Lol

[@WyeExplorer]

23 years Patrick. Where does it go? I must say I understand your pride of the area and wanting to share it. In fact it still shines through your videos and narration. Another fabulous walk Patrick - I enjoyed every moment. Take care. Mark

[@solitaryrambler]

Hey Mark, great to hear from you as always. It is scary where all those years go, isn't it? Filming and sharing this was also a joy for me so that others like you can enjoy it too. Many thanks Mark. All the best. Cheers, Patrick :)

[@WyeExplorer]

@@solitaryrambler Yeah it can be Patrick - blimey blink and you miss it. Well, I'm glad you offer us these excursions. One of the best on the youtube. Peace bro...

[@mentallydefunct5782]

The dude who owns the property with the pole is an old guy named bill, also runs a steam train restoration based within bream

[@solitaryrambler]

👍

[@kayward1403]

Born and bred in bream

[@cardigan7726]

Hi, Patrick. An option for retirement maybe? I lived in Cheltenham for many years and spent a huge amount of time in "The Forest". Walking, cycling, camping, all over. I'm retired now and in Devon with a sea view from the room where I'm writing this but I still enjoy your treks which take me back. With my offspring still in the area, I'm seriously planning a week or so retracing old steps this year.

[@solitaryrambler]

Many thanks for your kind words, not sure if I will ever get there now as I am happy where I live, but I wouldn't be opposed to moving to the Forest if the chance ever came up. Thanks again for watching :)

[@shaunmckenna1923]

Patrick my Mum asked me where is the Devil's Chapel in the Forest of Dean , I said I had never heard of it , but I bet Patrick knows and sure enough you did so that was Wonderful Delightful :) thanks for posting it . Have you done a walk somewhere in the Forest where there is a lovely bit of Roman Road I was there yrs ago but can't remember the place its at . Take care Shaun

[@solitaryrambler]

I had to do some hard research to find it myself but thankfully I did. I made a film in the Forest called "Soudley Ponds and Blaize Bailey", which may asnwer your question 👍

[@jessloves70]

www.sungreen.co.uk - loads of historic photos of Bream and the surrounding areas. Sincerely, Breamers.

[@solitaryrambler]

Hi and thank you for that. I know of Sungreen actually, look at it quite regularly and have sent some of my own photos on there before now. Thanks for your help :)

[@snacklofter]

I enjoyed that upload - many thanks Patrick. Now agonisingly closer to 1k subs! ps. Have you watched 'Richard Vobes - The Bald Explorer' on youtube? He too has a similar friendly, informative and engaging manner of presentation similar to your own. atb snack.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks snack, hopefully I'll get to 1k soon! :) I've seen a little of Bald Explorer's videos before, although I must admit I don't tend to spend much time now watching other videos on here as I'm so busy working on my own stuff. Cheers, Patrick :)