A Suspicious Death at the Convent - 13 Years Later

[@JaxonsDd007]

May all the lives who passed away on the grounds be at peace that love, dreams, friendship and laughter will return to the inner walls of this place.

[@JaxonsDd007]

We will miss you Billy. Have a great time with Gwen and the boys. Give yourself and them what you have given all of us. Time ...

[@youknowme8578]

I agree, there have been many that passed away in the convent. Especially during WW2, and perhaps even WW1 that nun took care of that were injured and died.

[@lindabryant4292]

Amen.

[@LJCasey-sd4eu]

Amen 🙏🏻

[@jesschee5891]

Well said

[@shelleypoole6415]

Simon had me laughing when he’s said, “ right, it’s just the three of us now “.😂 Sorry Ryan, I hope your fingers are okay and were not smooshed.

[@lisajahn6839]

That was halarious comment!😂❤

[@denisewhitlow7493]

I laughed, too. He was so deadpan about it, it cracked me up 😂

[@maryallen6334]

I love that dry English humour ... still chuckling.

[@peterainge9092]

Gave me a chuckle too. PERFECT comic timing..

[@denisewhitlow7493]

I’m still laughing remembering it!!!😂😂

[@tiny2074]

I'd like to request that Simon read a children's book in that quiet comforting voice of his so I can play it over and over again when I have trouble falling asleep. It lulls you. I'm not saying that what he's describing in the videos is uninteresting, he just has a calming voice.

[@cherylgoff8955]

Love his voice

[@andreamalik2961]

I second that

[@jannismclellan9810]

@@andreamalik2961and l third it 😊

[@garywarren5048]

Feel like in primary school everytime!

[@poodledabbert1978]

EXACTLY WHAT I WAS THINKING

[@normamurray4450]

Poor Ryan, being attacked by a large stone and hurting his finger, finding out that someone died near his apartment and now not being left in charge, never mind, we're here for you son! Be brave!

[@christined2634]

😂😂

[@joy959]

I love all the archeological artefacts Simon is finding.

[@lorassorkin]

Roman field archeologist here: Hard to tell without a closeup shot, but my first impression of the large stone below the entry is that the cut section could have been part of a threshold. Generally though, thresholds were cut from rectangular pieces, so probably not. A stone portico possibly, provided that is consistent with the era. Speaking in broad generalities, thinner pottery tends to be Roman, but you'd have to contact a local pottery form specialist. However, the 2 pieces painted red sure look like a Gaul made wear known to have been produced during the Roman occupation of England and France. It's called Samian wear. Simon, keep digging!!

[@suecrane3987]

You should consider having a hanging display cabinet to showcase all the "archeological finds" recovered during the renovation. Also, perhaps a plaque with the names/companies who contributed to the renovation.

[@neenmach]

YES, this! What an awesome idea!

[@kathywiseman7944]

Billy already bought the case to put the finds in.

[@releasingendorphins232]

Such Great Ideas!

[@ckrish2057]

More archeology please. Simon is amazing and a great compliment to Billy, Yannis, and Ryan.

[@thegirlatthebeach3221]

100 percent!!!

[@joannabowers1358]

I love how Simon and Yanis are using a wheelbarrow to put the dirt in they’re removing rather than tossing it on the ground and creating extra work. Work smarter, not harder.

[@Jinjerella]

I think always looking ahead and not creating extra work is one of Simon's superpowers.

[@stewartmcardle8149]

Exactly....why do the work twice?

[@donnapryor2104]

Simon missed his calling as an archeologist ....enjoy the entertainment/eduation! Keep up the good work.

[@lenystipene60]

Billy, you seriously need to get the convent blessed. Now you know there was a suspicious death there, it's better you have all of your bases covered....also reassuring for Ryan. Much love & light. 🙏💖

[@debimacinnis5548]

Yanis is such a great worker and eager to lean from a master like Simon. It is wonderful to see a skilled worker being born.

[@ctaylorluce]

Yes I see his confidence growing every day. He's blooming!

[@Julie-bq6iz]

Simon is so interesting and multi-faceted. Loved the pottery finds! A building this old is bound to have an abundance of history.

[@bigredracingdog466]

5:12 I'm wondering if workmen a few hundred years ago used that sloping stone as a ramp to get wheelbarrows up into the building. The original floor before the stone was laid down would've been at about the height of the back of that stone.

[@UToobUzer]

When I saw the title, my first thought was, Simon dug up skeleton bones in the floor! 😆 I'm loving all the work being done. Simon and Yanis are gems. I hope Ryan didn't hurt his fingers too bad. Enjoy your holiday!

[@andy2950]

The red pottery reminds me of samian ware. It was mass produced in Gaul (France) in the 1st/2nd century by the Romans. Roman glass was very thin. The grey bowl/cup is wheel made, and the fact you have the profile will make identification much easier.

[@angelhelen84]

Simon has taken to KZbin like a duck to water. I love him. This is a bit of a mix today, from light to quite sad.

[@melaniebeavis3834]

Hundreds of years ago, Christian buildings were built atop much older pagan sites as a way of honouring the site itself, and to keep it for the people, as it was always used for worship. Perhaps you have an old stone that was kept out of respect for the site itself. And it's at the doorway, a portal. Something to think about.

[@joywebster2678]

Or since it's Catholic, big into relics, it could be a piece of some religious building ruin put there as a blessing.

[@chriswilford3576]

What interesting thoughts

[@judybonner8682]

I love the way that Simon explains things. He draws you in to understanding what he is doing and I am learning things. I am glad to be following you on this journey to fix up this beautiful building. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@holland9199]

I agree and in these old scandalous convents 😆

[@sme_sage1241]

Yes, Simon. I’d really like to see more archeological finds. These pieces add so much to the understanding of what went on in this, what seems, to be a multi use building. Billy, I still think putting up a night camera would be cool.

[@LarcR]

I would think a single death wouldn't even start to account for the number that have occurred in the convent over the years.

[@joannepickering1646]

Simon is so chill.

[@Twistnsine]

Gosh I just love how natural Simon is in front of the camera. A great teacher indeed 🙏🥰

[@elchinator]

This place was a somewhat secluded convent. With an adjoining hospital. Through some of the worst times in history.... You have no IDEA how many people died in that place! One more or less doesn't really add up to the legions of ghosts inhabiting the place. You have to live with all of them - or don't.

[@cremebrulee4759]

If you believe in that sort of thing, there are people who can come in and help release earthbound spirits so that they can move on.

[@flyndas]

Me, mam, always said, "It's not the dead. it's harm you. it's the living." But I'd say there the night. Certain convent in the UK, use to Bury children, when born out of wedlock. Wonder if this happens there. 🤔

[@lavignemorte]

​@flyndas And Ireland. Look up the Tuam babies. 796 babies discarded in a septic tank

[@flyndas]

@@lavignemorte oh gosh, iv just read it 😲 😱

[@AngelaGWillis]

We had a house fire that damaged 85% of our house. After renovations, we still got a seepage like that drip down the wall that you saw in the first room (in the top apartment). It's toxins from the smoke that are seeping out of the wall as it sweats due to humidity in the room. Definitely a fire and/or heavy smoker in that apartment. Also, Simon, that looks like it might be a French stoneware cider jug, maybe Calvados.

[@JaxonsDd007]

Did you get it to stop?? Does the drywall and studs need to come down??

[@sandrabutcher1961]

Enjoy your well earned family holiday Billy with Gwen and the boys, now Alex,Simon Yannis,Ryan and Phil let the fun and shenanigans begin

[@OZARKMEL]

I hope Billy will be getting an old glass front cabinet and place all these remarkable items you all have found through the reconstruction. It would be a great piece in the entrance hall. Alex, loving your intros....they are stunning. Yannis, always moving at warp speed!

[@morgansidhe3543]

Or, place the found pieces in a cabinet in the library.

[@lindsayjeanae]

Alex, I love all the extra footage of the convent you're capturing. Thank you! It's beautiful and makes each video so engaging. 🙏🏻🤗

[@sleeplessstu]

It’s quite possible that the odd center stone was actually used as a fulcrum to hoist the threshold stone into place just as YOU used it with the steel bar. Maybe they just kept it there to steady the threshold while they filled in underneath. Have a wonderful (and well deserved) holiday Billie ! Simon should be part of the new Time Team ! Good archeological finds ! It’s wonderful that he pays attention to these small but important details ! 🧐😉

[@pervysage3604]

Just wanted to say that Yanis (sp) is worthy of some hardcore respect, that guy has a solid work ethic. And some massive patience, I hate being called "young, son, child, kid" by older people. LOL Although, I usually get em back by giving them grandpa walkers for gifts. :D --- EDIT - Look at the ceiling, or above the ceiling in Ryans apartment and see if there is any fire damage there, also look above the top apartment seiling and look to see if there is any fire damage above the ceiling. Since most people will do the bare minimum to fix / repair things.

[@artslife3876]

Being called things like that, are terms of endearment. You're missing out on the point of it, completely.

[@artslife3876]

@@ludovica8221 in your opinion, and you know what they say... "Opinions are like ar*eholes, everybody's got one"

[@artslife3876]

@@ludovica8221 sounds to me like you've got some ego, anger, and insecurity issues, but then that's just my opinion 👍😊

[@artslife3876]

@@ludovica8221 no, I neither attacked you or belittled you, but as I said, you've obviously got some issues to deal with, which will probably iron themselves out with age and maturity 😊🙏🏻

[@pervysage3604]

@@artslife3876 Or instead of assuming you know all, maybe ASK Yanis how he feels about it. My POV, your POV, Simon's POV doesn't matter. Only what Yanis feels in this situation matters, which is why I said. "Yanis is more patient than I." (or something to that effect.

[@nelks1284]

Billy and Ryan together is always a treat. If only we were as blessed to be and have a friend as good as these two! ❤

[@tinaemgequinn1408]

Hear! Hear!

[@louiselewis5061]

Very interesting-another convent story. It’s full of mysteries. Simon’s attention to details is so impressive-a true artisan. He is so lucky to have Yannis, too.

[@charlenelindsay2019]

Dear Billy, Congratulations on going on vacation. Create wonderful memories. Hugs💞

[@IreneSonni]

What a great team Yannis and Simon are! The convent slowly reveals it’s secrets….The young woman who died likely panicked from the fire, and slipped and fell down the stairs.

[@angelhelen84]

That is actually one of the biggest problems in house fires, the accidents fleeing from the fire.

[@Whisperwomaneq2]

Simmon has really become a natural in front of the camera. We are beginning to see that nothing fazes Simmon. Always has a smart comment to follow any situation. He is very funny.

[@tracyhutchinson4929]

I was watching the video of when you brought your parents and grandparents with Gwen to look around, I think just prior to purchase. How far you've come since then

[@lee215]

Simon is a natural on camera. Love his explanations. I'm learning lots from these vlogs.

[@lenajaques4183]

I hope eventually Billy that a room in the Convent will be made into a museum room to display all the things you find whilst doing the renovations ……! A photographic display of every step of the journey would be good too …..! Xx

[@farmingirl4281]

I truly laughed out loud when our mild mannered Simon said “well there’s only three of us now”😂🤣

[@b.w.6535]

Me too. He didn't miss a beat.

[@TheasChristmasVillages]

Poor Ryan looks completely spooked.

[@maryannspicher]

Well there’s three of us now 😂 I love how quick thinking Simon is! Enjoy your vacation Billy and family!

[@carladejonge4951]

Love seeing your finds, during your digs!

[@libbybertrand9320]

Enjoy your family vacation, Billy!!! You have left the renovations and videos in good hands😄👍🏼

[@christinamarie3598]

Yay!! On the metal detecting and just searching the grounds!! SOO cool! Love finding bits of history on grounds of older places!!! 💪✌️❤️🙏 😂😂🤣🤣 now there is just three of us ... 😂😂I'm glad Ryan is ok

[@mvunen]

Enjoying your channel every day! Ryan, Yannis, Alex and Simon are a valuable addition to the channel!! LoL about Ryan’s jokes and funny faces! Cheers from NL❤

[@deniceweihe]

Simon "Right, there's only three of us left now!" Funniest comment ever! 😂 I hope Ryan isn't injured too bad. 😊

[@Dak36]

I enjoy everything Simon does. So much knowledge. Such a great teacher.

[@sheilaabayateye1558]

Love the archaeology side of it would be really interesting to any metal detecting finds.

[@sheiladickerson5198]

Billy, Gwendolyn, and boys, enjoy your vacation! You deserve it! I'm sure the guys will hold down the fort while you're away!😁

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Well Ryan, if you hear strange noises in the night or see objects moving or flying across the room you know you have a roommate. If the walls start bleeding “Get Out” it’s time to move back downstairs to the original apartment! 😂

[@RedMyLips-x3e]

😂

[@Scottish_Tart]

LOL 😂

[@dianesmith5254]

What a splendid horror story teller, don't scare the children! 🤫

[@Marilinaa]

Looking forward to more metal detecting and treasure hunting with Simon. Have a good holiday Billy, Gwen and kids!

[@pamabernathy8728]

Another great episode!! Whew! Alex makes vids even more of a joy to watch. What an incredible, talented team you have, Billy! They will continue to make you proud, while you enjoy a much deserved family vacay. Poor Ryan, new info threw him -- as it did me. More to come.

[@msbayouqueen765]

Poor Ryan, his reaction to someone dying in the apartment, but he looked so relieved with each assurance Billy provided of it being in the above apartment...but doesn't seem THAT much more relieved ☺(and I don't blame him, what a find!)

[@cgp1442]

Even if you have a newer building, the earth on which your building has been built still carries a history. Which can be felt in the new building. Energy stays on the property.

[@creative227]

Fascinating about the pottery find. More please! Suspicious death is interesting. Surely France has archives of autopsy reports, and police records. Is Ryan freaked that it might be his apartment?

[@sidobern4374]

No police records or autopsy reports for people to read. These are secrets here.

[@deborahr2236]

I love that Simon talks to us, he is great to listen too.😊

[@peterwhite9261]

Simon, you have a trained eye for archeological finds. That is awesome. Ryan, I hope your fingers are OK. Billy and Gwen and boys, I hope you have an awesome, well-deserved vacation.❤ That is very sad about that lady. May she RIP.

[@williamfreyholtz4267]

Dear Billy wishing you, Gwen and family a wonderful holiday vacation ! No one deserves a break from work more than you do !

[@AliWade1971]

Firstly, Billy & family - enjoy your first proper holiday together. Secondly, it is really sad that a woman lost her life in the building. Very interested to see what Simon is finding whilst excavating. I am amazed at how big that granite piece is in the doorway. Excited to see what will be happening in Billy’s absence - and Phil coming to help. Loved the music at the start 💜. Ps. Hope Ryan is ok. Noticed he hasn’t put a video up. ❤️

[@maureenwhite4619]

I think Simon is a very clever man . I love watching his tips. i watch your videos everyday and love the progress the convent is taking, well done all.

[@joyjoyrn55]

Simon has really grown on me. He’s a great addition with his knowledge, precision work, and expertise. Love Alex, Yannis, and Phil also. And you and Ryan crack me up. All the personalities make the series so much fun.

[@kathywillis7459]

You’ll be missed Billy, but have a great holiday!

[@wandacasper5612]

Stones are beautiful. Great job. Have fun Billy an family

[@cherylgoff8955]

Love "everyday" archeology that happens when we keep our eyes identical and pay attention. Fascinating find

[@Fillup1957]

Finding pottery at an historic excavation site can tell a story about life at a site. If there are not enough fragments, it can be puzzling at times unless experts can identify what they are is key to knowing about them and what they were. An American in St. Louis, Missouri (The 2nd Empire Strikes Back channel) had a guy come over to metal detect his front and back yard for discarded historic bits and pieces. He has kept them as mementos hoping they belonged to the previous two owners.

[@helgamcmullen9362]

I'm thinking that that large piece of granite / flagstone was put there as a way to keep the mud from coming in to that entrance. And I think the cobblestone was put later. I can feel old feet on that piece of granite in Old leather shoes tied on top. I know you may think I'm weird, but I can't get images and feelings from something when I look at it

[@cheryllewis76]

Safe travels and enjoy! Most importantly relax and have fun! Hugs from Nevada, USA!

[@carladejonge4951]

Have a great Holiday Billy & Gwen! I hope Ryan is ok! Poor boy!

[@suzannepolder3929]

Oh my! Simon and Billie have just started a completely new facet of the channel. I love history!!!

[@Karen.L.771]

a very interesting video, a real shame about the poor lady that died, may she R.I.P. bless her, hope Ryan's fingers are ok? Yanis and Simon doing a great job together, and I hope you Billy Gwen and the children have a super holiday, well deserved as you all work so hard, and well done Alex with the video's

[@JennyA1961]

I hope you and your family have a lovely holiday Billy. It sounds like the team have an interesting time planned for us while you're away. I'm loving the little finds of pottery. You may want to speak with the insurers again and find out if anything else of interest happened at the convent. ❤🐨

[@loro3849]

We had a fire with extensive smoke damage. We paid a com pany to come in and midigate the soot. They did a great job. Years later i opened up a toy to put in a new battery and found soot inside of the battery cavity.

[@loricrane5315]

I had a favorite bear as a kid. It's what I grabbed to save from a fire back then. Decades I found it in a box of my stuff after my mom died. I could still smell the smoke.

[@ritajohnson5594]

After centuries these building held life and death, joy and sadness. Once the buildings are done bless the building. Yes to the metal detectors and a display case

[@triciasklodowske5653]

Simon you will be finding so much good old stuff around your place. Will be nice to see it all. Anointing oil or Holy water maybe? Watching all the work you guys are doing to bring life back into that beautiful old place is very heart warming. Thanks for sharing. LOVE seeing the finds. Glad that Simon is "into" the history part. God bless and protect. Have a wonderful holiday with the family. The convent is in great hands.

[@lilacdew42]

Simon, I'd love to see you find more pottery. I'm certainly looking forward to your metal detecting!

[@cgp1442]

The first pottery chips remind me of what was popular in the 1970s. The second glass piece is like antique glass, as drinking vessels were made paper thin.

[@jodyprivee2774]

Billy and Ryan, she ran in a panicked mind and tripped on the steep steps, fell, and broke her neck! Maybe she fell asleep while smoking which set the sofa alite. Ryan..don't be spooked 😳😊 You two cracked me up with the conversation in the truck. Your expressions Ryan are priceless 😂 Simon has just brought the convent mysteries into the fascinating study of archeology! I love it! And metal detectors are such a great idea. Another 🏆 to Alex.. Simon's in charge! Enjoy your getaway Billy and family!!! We will be watching! While the cat's away the mice will play!😀 Love you all from Phoenix Arizona 🏜️❤

[@msvaleriah]

It would be great fun to see Simon do more convent archeology!

[@johnjackson9]

Perhaps a Time Team destination.

[@gingerbiscuit4871]

I can’t be the only one loving these longer videos. Hope you all have an awesome well deserved holibobs.

[@doudou53d44]

Can I say I just love Alexes videos, his choise of music, everything. Billie have a nice holiday with your family. As for the pieces of potery I think it might be some oil lamp hence the glass. Can’t wait for the other videos. Crack on Alex and Simon and Janice👍😎🐕‍🦺🐈‍⬛

[@dslociceroarchitect]

The convent is 250 years old, "things" will have happened. Love the archaeology! Looking forward to the metal detectoring AND ghost hunters!

[@Guvnor100]

I think that step at the entrance was part of an older building. It was pretty different to the existing building in style and it's depth certainly suggest it's from another time period. I think the oddly laid stone was a ramp for barrows. Possibly the archway was permanently open and the doors into the building started either side of the corridor?

[@Guvnor100]

Could be, but it's also below the corridor flagstones, which, with inclusion of the basement entrance, probably original to the convent as we know it. It's probably fairly easy to check for older buildings on this site? I'm assuming France also has an equivalent of the doomsday book? Especially as it was the French that implimented it here in the UK.

[@Guvnor100]

@@YaaLFH ya better have a word with Simon =)

[@bilbobaggins3336]

Have a wonderful holiday with the family Billy. I look forward to Simon running the show while you are gone. Alex is so talented and his addition to making the videos for you is excellent. See you in 10 days.

[@suzanneb3036]

Simon is the calmest person I have ever seen. Great teacher too. So does Ryan have a roommate?? Yeah, I would haunt Ryan just to mess with his brain with lame jokes. 😆

[@nadine_ghc3465]

Agreed.

[@ellen9575]

I agree. I'm just so amazed with what he can do, I would come to France just to be his apprentice. He never overcomplicates.

[@ftwtexasstephens9629]

Yes, Simon please continue looking for historical pieces of the convent. I'm really enjoying watching Simon working his magic working on this convent project.

[@Fillup1957]

Billy, it's satisfying to see you all work together as a team in achieving your goals in the restoration of the convent. I like the idea of having the original stonework that was used in the original construction methods. Of course, over the years, changes and upgrades were made to personal taste with safety in mind. Reminds me of the work I did with my dad on our home additions. I remember mixing sand and mortar by hand and in later years with an electric cement/mortar mixer. He was better at placing the mortar on the bricks. I liked the demolition and cleaning of old brick and cleanup. Our teamwork was both satisfying and rewarding in making a house a better home. I can understand the feeling of knowing about the suspicious death in or near Ryan's apartment is a little unsettling. Hope he will be alright. It would give me the heebie-jeebies too. My dad died in our house but many years later it does not bother me anymore.

[@maxwelledisonsmum]

Billy don’t go getting all soft on holiday. Have a good restful and relaxing holiday. We miss you already.

[@johnpritchard2772]

Hello Billy (clean shaven too!), Ryan, Simon and Yannis. What a story from the visitor and the newspaper report!! Such finds from the doorway, presume the finds are going to be saved?? Just love Ryan humour = very funny!! Simon is again showing his skills and knowledge! The journeys in the town and countryside are great! Have a great holiday with your family Billy. Best wishes from Lincolnshire.

[@mariagillinson8527]

Billy enjoy your holiday! Well deserved for both of you. Your not allowed any communication. No phones no filming. No watching the videos. Trust the people you leave in charge. Zone out!

[@lenajaques4183]

Enjoy your holiday all of you ……you more than deserve a break Billy and Gwen and it will be great for the children for you all to be together ……! Xx

[@mavep2855]

So happy to hear you are taking a well deserved holiday with the family. Your channel is in excellent hands in your absence and you can relax. Amazing job on on the front stoop. Yannis is lucky to apprentice under Simon. Have a great vacation! 🙏❤️

[@hiltonr1845]

Good morning from Australia 🇦🇺

[@paean109]

In regard to that odd stone placed at the front door. Back in the days of horse and buggy, they sometimes put a stone in front of a step where the buggy would pull up to and the people in the buggy were able to step down onto the stone to make it easier for them. Back in those days, you wouldn't have had the cobble stones that are there now. The buggy would have been able to get close to the door and that stone. That is just my idea. I guess one will never really know why that stone is there. Enjoy your holidays Billy and Gwen. I do hope Ryan's hand is okay. Even I cringed when that happened.

[@andreamalik2961]

Have a great holiday Billy! I'll miss you but can't lie that I'm looking forward to lots of Simon content 😊

[@uptojoy]

Splendid videography! Love all the various angles and closeup shots. Great attention to detail with fitting music. This channel is extraordinary. Such camaraderie and educational detail with EVERY video presentation. Billy, this truly is a fantastic project you have undertaken! Always anticipating the next one! Thank you and enjoy your holiday! 🤗

[@deebee533]

Def like to see some stuff found in the ground. That rock by step is pretty interesting. Could be possibly from a previous building.

[@lisajahn6839]

Please continue with the archeological finds and bits of convent history!!!❤😊

[@alternate1868]

Please continue to share your finds Love the history

[@bowiearcangeli11]

What an interesting video! Love the pottery finds and the story about the apartment. The look on Ryan’s face was perfect 😄 Billy have a wonderful holiday and enjoy your time away 🥰

[@jjano2320]

Ryan is having a bad day.

[@lisajahn6839]

Great episode! Another of interesting features going on! The bit with the inspector announcing the death was the surprise of the day! The doorway stones are massive and beautiful! Some homes used to put blessing herbs in a vessel buried at the threshold as protection. Hope Ryan is fine. Have a lovely holiday Billy and family! Be well, say safe all. Thank you all for making and sharing this video!

[@suzannestubbins]

Love the historical aspect of the Covent, along with archeological because of Simon. He's is quite articulate, and his cadence of speech is a storyteller's dream. 😊 😊