Americans TRAVELING Through NORTH England || Driving - Village (UK Vlog)

[@shadow-Sun]

I always get immense pleasure out of watching Americans enjoying my country especially those like yourselves that explore way beyond London and get to see the real UK up and down the land , keep up the good work and share your joy with your American friends when you return home .

[@mrblue193]

At 25:21 you drove past the best reason for going to Alnwick. Barter books, one of the best second hand book shops in the country.

[@tacfoley4443]

We could have spent at least a thousand pounds the day we went, but apart from eating a couple of scones and drinking two HUGE mugs of hot chocolate, we only spent just over a hundred....

[@rayfielding]

@@mrblue193 yes a great book store

[@DaydreamersBarn]

That sounds like a place we should have stopped and looked at. Thanks for the recommendation. Cheers, Chris

[@kathchandler8189]

​@DaydreamersBarn I'm glad you visited Northumberland before you return to the US next year but you missed so much, you never the inside of the 2 main castle's you saw , you really missed a treat, even if Bamburgh was busy, standing on the ramparts & looking out towards the Farne Islands, North towards another very famous castle, Lindisfarne or Holy Island, both in sight of each other or down to the southern end of the vast beach, Seahouses village (although you may have gone through there heading back to the A1.) Still, thank you for visiting my beautiful county, please, come for a few days, you'll see so much more and the local food is something that's a pity to miss (you missed the Lobster Pot in Bamburgh for a start) . Bring your son and daughter too, they'd enjoy the vibrant City of Newcastle & our coastal villages of Tynemouth and Cullercoats, the latter being famous for being the home of the famous, Amercan , artist, Winslow Homer , there are wonderful works of his showing Cullercoats and it's fishermen and fisher girls . His paintings are in the Smithsonian Museum and also the Metropolitan Museum of Art ❤

[@jiggermast]

How lovely to see good kind people like yourselves enjoying the sights that we who live here so much just take for granted. You are all always so complimentary about the UK which is very kind, Thank you and as far as I'm concerned you and all other Americans are more than welcome any time.

[@Minimead]

Guys I have been following your channel for the last 3 months and I love your enthusiasm for your travels through the UK. Some of the drone footage is truly breathtaking and you have taken me to places I have never seen before and I have lived in this country for nearly 70 years - well done and continue your brilliant vlogs.

[@darthwiizius]

There's not enough time in one Human lifespan to see everything in the UK mate, I've spent 100,000s of miles driving around the mainland and occasional Scottish island and I've just been scratching the surface. We do live on astonishing island, the climate, the geography, the remarkable geology, and the Human story are truly wonderous. It's no wonder we get carried away with superiority complexes, for eons folk here must have felt blessed (when they weren't trying to kill each other that is).

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Glad you have been enjoying the channel. We have really enjoyed seeing the country and glad it is being appreciated. Cheers, Chris

[@rayfielding]

There are more Castles in Northumbria than any other part of the country. The road through Bamburgh is so well known to me, you flew past the Grace Darling Museum. Guess you can’t see everything. I took my American Friends ( first ever trip to UK) to Holy Island and Bamburgh. Must have been the coldest Easter on record. Virginia to Bamburgh in 36 hours. I remember their reaction when you just turn the corner and the castle is in your face. Same reaction of yours really!!!! Lovely video again!! So glad you took costal route

[@adriangoodrich4306]

And back at you, buddy! Did not realise that about the number of castles. I'll need to plan a longer next visit, then!

[@rayfielding]

@@adriangoodrich4306I kind of think Wales has most castles in UK but there are a lot in the North East. Craster to Dunstanburgh Castle I find an interesting walk in Winter!!!!!

[@adriangoodrich4306]

@@rayfielding Last time I was in Craster, many years ago now, the smell of smoking kippers (I love kippers...) was incredible!

[@rayfielding]

Indeed, was there 2020, Seahouses far more commercial these days, a bit sad but progress I guess

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Ray, Driving up to all the castles is truly breathtaking for me! I'm always so tickled to see them. I feel like I'm in a beautiful storybook living in England, traveling and exploring such magical gems that people live down from. We're so lucky to have this time to appreciate such historic places. We drove by so many places we all wanted to stop but had an 8 hour road trip ahead of us to get back home with 3 dogs and 2 teenagers. We all did say we would love to make a return trip! For all the castles and the coast line! 🤍 Jess & Family x Also, we definitely appreciate your Super Thanks. We apologize for the late response due to us cooking our Thanksgiving all day and enjoying family time. We are so incredibly thankful to have you all sharing with us. We are so blessed by all the love we received from you all. 🤍 Jess & family x

[@barrysteven5964]

Gosh, this actually got me a little bit emotional. This is my area of the country. My family on both sides are Durham and Northumberland going as far back as we've been able to trace. It is not an area of the country that gets much attention. So it is so wonderful to see you've come from so far to visit us and even put a video on KZbin showing us to the world. I'm so glad you enjoyed your visit.

[@williampne]

Even more beautiful in the spring and summer when all the trees are green again.Thankyou for loving our Country.Great video.

[@stevo728822]

You drove past Holy island or Lindisfarne. The monastery there was the first place in Britain the Vikings raided. But it can be tricky to visit. There is a single road onto the island that gets cut off by the tide for at least 5 hours.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We are definitely going to visit. Thank you for sharing with us. 🤍 Jess x

[@margaretflounders8510]

Absolutely breath taking! That sky! We'd never see this without Chris and his drone! Thanks guys..

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Friend, we're so glad you enjoyed this video. We loved it so much as well. 🤍 Jess x

[@archiebald4717]

A beautiful and engaging video, as usual. Spectacular drone footage. Full credit to Chris for negotiating the quirky roads of Britain so well. Thank you so much!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, friend, we're so happy you enjoyed the fun adventure with us. We truly love sharing with you all and reading all the comments on our videos! 🤍 Jess x

[@grahamfrear9270]

This is one of the best videos I have seen of an American couple of travelling to England. Nice to hear how you appreciate the countryside. Thank you for coming and enjoying our country 🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸

[@antonycoan9424]

I love Chris’ drone footage, gives us a completely different perspective

[@DaydreamersBarn]

I completely agree with you. I'm so happy he enjoys and allows me to use the footage. 🤍 Jess x

[@bryansmith1920]

@ the Start of your vlog, you were in Historic Boarder Reiver lands, Until the Union of Scotland and England, these lands were Bandit country, why most farms were built as forts, and homes were mini Castles, Now you know why the bridge was so Narrow,

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you so very much! We truly love learning from you all. 🤍 Jess x

[@ade3628]

I dont think enough brits realise what we have in this country, the history is crazy and I for one am proud. What amazing places

[@DaydreamersBarn]

I think we all get so accustomed to seeing things over and over that they just start to blend in to the surroundings. We definitely did it with many places in the US, and we now understand through traveling. We have to appreciate every moment because one day it may not be around. 🤍 Jess x

[@stephenbarnard8672]

Hiya Jess, Chris, Colette and Shane, it's so lovely when you can break up a long trip home by stopping at such beautiful locations and wow working your way down the East coast certainly provided plenty of opportunities to catch such stunning scenery. The UK has much to thank the Norman invasion for. (castles). 😀 Thanks Chris for the drone footage which really allows an even wider angle and allows us to fully appreciate the surrounding countryside. Just for the record my friends I pronounced Alnwick the same way you did so I now know something new too. 😃 Thank you for another smile every mile vlog which myself and many others will love. Have a super Sunday and hope you are all safe and well after a stormy weekend. See you all soon. xx ♥🐕

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Stephen, It was pretty amazing being able to check all the castles on the way back. No other place that I have ever been has that been an option. I was trying to get a better angle with the first castle, but the winds were pretty high that day, so I was happy to be able to get that much. Glad you enjoyed it though, I am working on it week after week when I can. We think we have the pronunciation correct, but yet again, not even close, lol. Thanks for the well wishes, it is a pretty stormy weekend. Cheers, Chris

[@raymondporter2094]

Nice one! I know that part of the country very well and normally spend three weeks (sometimes more) on the Northumberland Coast each summer. Lindisfarne, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh, Warkworth and Alnwick Castles are definitely "go to places". Next summer we might well go to Norham Castle for a visit, thanks to you!

[@silgen]

Great to see you in my neck of the woods, I hope there's another part to this video in which you visit Newcastle and Durham. Yes we have a large number of castles in the north of England, but then we do have the Scots as neighbours...😆

[@DaydreamersBarn]

There will be in the coming weeks! We really appreciate your time watching and commenting. 🤍 Jess x

[@Bazroshan]

Beautiful skies on that day! Bamburgh Castle is splendid in the slanting sunlight.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

It really was such a beautiful day! 🤍 Jess x

[@peckelhaze6934]

Looks like Moles have set up residence, Mole hills, at 6:52. Superb drone footage. The drone certainly is a perfect device for aerial photography. One, of the many things, I love about the UK is where new buildings are built alongside much older buildings they have to blend in.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Yes, I love the mole hills as well! We are so pleased you enjoyed the Vlog. 🤍 Jess x

[@LordRogerPovey]

I love your road/driving etiquette. Almost English!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you, friend! 🤍 Jess x

[@jiggermast]

I noticed and commented on that to the family immediately.

[@tracieoliver2307]

These videos are just great and timeless! thanks so much for sharing and its even put places on my mind map that I never knew existed! A true pleasure watching along with you guys! Thanks again for sharing Jess Chris x

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Friend, we're incredibly grateful for your time watching! We love sharing our adventures with you. It's definitely something new to explore and experience around every corner. Thank you for all the love! 🤍 Jess x

[@marktodd7397]

Fantastic to hear the excitement in your voice driving through the beautiful Northumberland. Next time you visit you should go to holy island and all the way down that coastline. Craster, Low Newton, Dunstanburgh Castle are some of my favorites. When in Bamburgh you can walk along the beach next to the castle its amazing. Sometimes the sky is a burning red and orange simply stunning. Christians from all over The world would visit Holy Island as it is believed that its the closest place to heaven .Theres something sooo special about it there. Hope you return soon

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We passed the Holy Island but got a shot from down the way with the drone. However, we have talked about going back to that one. We will see if we are able to make it, fingers crossed. Cheers, Chris

[@marktodd7397]

@DaydreamersBarn Be carefu as l you can only cross to the island at certain times of the day as the sea comes in quickly so make sure you check the crossing times ,🙂

[@claregale9011]

Hi family ,wonderful places across the length and breath of our beautiful island . Thankyou for the stunning drone footage Chris 😊❤

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Hiya love, we're so happy you enjoyed this fun video. We truly appreciate all these beautiful places here. 🤍 Jess x

[@Mr_Flibble716]

Great choice of ethereal sounding music at the castles, gave it a magical feeling.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, good. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. 🤍 Jess x

[@adriankirk4644]

Very well done, I am pleased to see some of our American friends get out and about, away from London and the tourist traps. There is so very much to see in UK if you make the effort. I love your Vlog.

[@adriangoodrich4306]

its a LONG way to Edinburgh from where you live! Even for folk who measure distance in hours not miles. When I started watching the previous video, I assumed you must have got a train up from (probably) Peterborough. Although the prices are crazy...! Again, and as you say, its good to take the roads less travelled, and see so much more. There is so much to see in Northumberland, and if you ever get the chance again (I suspect unlikely now) it easily warrants several days. Great that you had some decent weather, and as always really enjoyed the ride and, as usual, seeing somewhere fascinating (Norham and its castle) that I never knew existed! I confess, the Scottish Borders and the Welsh Marches (Borders) are two of my favourite areas of the country for wonderful, pastoral scenery - with a real "borders" feel! Too many years since we made it up to the Borders - seeing this video made me determined we need to remedy that next year! Had you been a bit earlier in the season (I think it closes in the winter?), you could have gone inside Alnwick Castle. We went there a lot of years ago and it was amazing! Its the seat of the Percy family - the Dukes of Northumberland. And added in Dunstanburgh Castle, just south of Bamburgh - and the lovely coastal walk to it from Craster. Its another "epic" coastal castle, this time in ruins. Or Lindisfarne and Holy Island (if the tide was out...), or inland a bit to Cragside at Rothbury... (again, amazing!) just for starters! And the most scenic and iconic historical parts of Hadrian's Wall, and the National Park... We need to book a trip! And so few people! Well, maybe nearly everywhere except at Bamburgh, but that IS privately owned, and they have turned it into a major visitor attraction - no doubt much helped by Uhtred! Many thanks again!

[@rayfielding]

Great write up!!!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Adrian, I did receive your email. Our family made our Thanksgiving dinner tonight, so our apologies for the late response on YT and the email. We will definitely donate and try and add it to a video coming up for you all. 🫶 We wish the castle was open for us Potter heads! It's such an epic adventure driving through and exploring this amazing countryside! It definitely was such a beautiful trip. We are definitely going to try and make a return trip up there to Holy Island. As we drove past, I looked it up, but we had an 8 hour road trip home. We truly appreciate you sharing all the places we should visit as always! Hope you make it up to Scotland this next year. 🤍 Jess & Family x

[@anthonyeaton5153]

An Aussie friend said to me, there isn’t such a thing as a long way in Britain.😅

[@anthonyeaton5153]

Britain! A green and pleasant land.

[@sedekiman824]

The Northumberland and Durham coast is also cery lovely. Gorgeous empty sandy beaches!

[@JJ-of1ir]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. The drone shots were truly breath-taking. You remind us how lucky we are to live in such a land. Take care of yourselves.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

It is a beautiful land for sure. Glad you liked the drone footage too. Cheers, Chris

[@ceanothus_bluemoon]

That was wonderful to watch on a miserable stormy cold wet day. Norham was impressive(as were the mole hills)...the light along the whole route was to die for. Bamburgh and Alnwick castles are very popular, but hopefully when you come back over for a visit, you can have a proper look around the castles, and the beautiful towns they are in, with fewer time pressures. So lovely to hear just how delighted you are to explore our islands!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Glad we could take the edge of a miserable stormy cold wet day. It is nice to see the sun shining on a day like that, even if it is just on KZbin. Cheers, Chris

[@roymarsh3114]

I live in Blyth, Northumberland. The countryside here is wonderful. Thanks for being here. I love your enthusiasm. Come back soon. X

[@pietrofasulo9507]

Reason for place name endings. Any town which end in ham was a hamlet, ending in ford was a water crossing and ending in Chester like Manchester was a Roman town with a fort

[@margaretflounders8510]

Good information, here's a little more,..A ham is too small to even be a village, a village is too small to be a town and of course, you know a town is too small for a city...I live in a tiny place 2 miles from the village, (and the pub!)...But the extent of land from Rougham Hall is pretty immense..

[@tonys1636]

Take a gander at Rob's Words videos, he's done at least one on the origin of place names in England and of course on the diversity of the English language and its often absurdity.

[@timjackson1904]

and wic or wich indicate an Anglo Saxon settlement. There is also field, normaly prefixed by someones name/ its function or a compass direction (eg Waldringfield, Buttsfield, Northfield). Field actually means just an open space, presumably free of woods, the natural state before habitation and the Butts is where villagers practiced archery. There are some Hythes where I live, meaning river port and then theres Glebes indicating Church land. Names mean something over here, not obvious to Americans.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, how very love that's great to know! Thank you so very much. 🤍 Jess x

[@daviddogsbody]

So much to see in the North East. Alnwick water gardens with its cascades,fountains, pools, sculptures and a huge tree house restaurant. Cragside house with its scenic drive, the first hydroelectric powered house. Durham with its castle and cathedral. I’m driving up there now

[@woodencreatures]

I wish I was driving up there now 😮‍💨

[@daviddogsbody]

@@woodencreatures you need to pick a better day. The driving conditions were awful. Wind, rain, standing water, spray but worth it now I'm here lol

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you for the recommendation! We will definitely be returning very soon. 🤍 Jess x

[@richardfalkner4098]

Thanks for posting this video. I love both how you paced the video and the drone footage. Sometimes we forget that even though the UK can be a bit cold and grey in autumn a day of clear sky can show us how stunning, unique and romantic it can be also. Watching you see it for the first time allows us to experience it for the first time again too, in a way we probably wouldn’t ever be able to otherwise. Please carry on doing more like this! If you get another chance to head to the North of England before heading back to the USA, I’d love to see your reaction to Knutsford. A small town in Cheshire swimming in history, with a strange street of Mediterranean buildings, a folly tower in the town centre decorated in book titles, a beautiful park and lake with a Japanese garden and an unexpected American connection with General George Patton, and even some unlikely Spielberg film locations. Not to mention a number of great local and dog friendly eateries. Really enjoying your vlogs.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thanks for the recommendations. We will look into that and it is something we have talked about doing more, especially as we only have so much time left here, we want to see as much as we can. Cheers, Chris

[@sedekiman824]

What a story those walls could tell. So enjoyable to see you enjoying Britain. Can never see it all!

[@Crusty_Camper]

Oh you two ! I LOVE watching your expeditions and seeing your reactions to this country. You are seeing far more than many British people do. You are absolutely right, if you travel on the motorway, you miss everything. It's a shame you couldn't get into Bamburgh Castle, it's such an amazing place and the staff are genuinely friendly and helpful. We live in the Lake District, on the west of the country but when we are in that area, we pull in by the sea at the place you pass at 11:57 in your video. Its so lovely over there. I know you have to return to the USA soon, but you will be back, that is so obvious.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We love sharing them with you! Traveling is something that our family truly loves to do. We are always down to hope in the car and travel somewhere new. Friend, I think we all take things around us for granted at times, but we all can see an old appreciation of what we have through new eyes or just another glance. Our beautiful time here in this beautiful slice of heaven has truly been a true joy to us all. We will definitely be back as much as possible. We appreciate your kindness and love! 🤍 Jess x

[@chrispools]

Northumberland truly is one of the most beautiful counties in England. i live just down the road in Hartlepool, itslef is a historic old town. Pretty much the whole of the UK is historic really. Nice vlog, thanks

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We love England and exploring all the hidden gems all around. We're always so tickled to experience something new to us and learn from you all. We can't wait to continue exploring this beautiful land as long as we can. 🤍 Jess x

[@lynettemahoney1710]

Jess I just love your enthusiasm.Are you both surprised how much scenery and country side there is to see in the U.K?As an expat I’m very happy for you.We will be back home 2025 for a couple of months.We will be exploring West Wales this time.Bye for now.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We definitely love seeing something new around each corner. I'm so enjoy hearing my love and excitement about such beautiful places here. We definitely love it here and are thankful for this option. Thank you for your support 🤍 Jess x

[@davidmartin3947]

The reason I look at VLOGs on 'Americans in....' is that they have fresh eyes, and really SEE it' When you live there, you stop seeing stuff, and the landscape fades to background. I lived about 2 miles from Chepstow castle, and walked past it on so many days, utterly without noticing it!

[@kujouk]

I agree, we often don't see the beauty close to us.

[@rayfielding]

@@davidmartin3947 you are absolutely right, we live on the edge of Sherwood Forest and often neglect what’s near to us. I spend very little time on any sort of social media but full of respect for how much this family have explored the British Isles

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We are glad to share our point of view. We truly enjoy it. Cheers, Chris

[@Noseypoke-mr7th]

ENJOY ENGLAND, have a safe journey, love from Liverpool England. xx

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you. We love this beautiful slice of heaven! 🤍 Jess x

[@beefy8269]

So you found the jewel in the crown in Northumberland. Glad you enjoyed your visit, you need a fortnight in Northern England next time.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We loved it and can't wait to explore even more in the coming months. 🤍 Jess x

[@Dsl-p8s]

Not sure, but I think some scenes from the film Robin Hood Prince of Thieves were shot at Alnwick Castle. There's also a castle across the water on Holy Island called Lindisfarne.

[@davidberesford7009]

The sunshine and clouds made for some great lighting effects. Bye!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video. It was a beautiful day! 🤍 Jess x

[@Banshmansh]

So pleased you were able to see The Border, l England's Border county and some of the beautiful sights in The North East; Hope you will come back one day and see more;

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We loved our adventure up north. We have already planned our next trip. 🤍 Jess x

[@woodencreatures]

Another gorgeous video chaps. I love Northumberland and I stayed in a B&B in Alnwick a few years ago. The countryside is fantastic and there was a castle every stone's throw. The best thing though - hardly any tourists! We walked along beaches and footpaths and hardly saw another soul. I love Cornwall but there are too many people, Northumberland is just as gorgeous but when I went there was nobody around (not literally but you know what I mean). Did you see The Angel of the North on your way back?

[@DaydreamersBarn]

I agree it's something to get away from the normal tourist destinations and see some pretty amazing places. We are making another trip soon because we had to get home from Scotland due to work boo right. We have already planned our next adventure up north. Thank you for sharing with us. 🤍 Jess x

[@DarrenGiddins]

You got such a beautiful sky and lighting on your visit! My partner and i visited Etal Castle a bit further North. Dunstanburgh is one of my partner's favourite places as you are in a castle complex but can hear and feel the thunderous waves breaking on the shoreline nearby.

[@peterhewitson2669]

Hi guys, so glad you visited my home County of Northumberland. Great to see how much you enjoyed it ❤

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We loved it and can't wait to return! 🤍 Jess x

[@alanwarren2861]

I have just stumbled across your channel and have subscribed. Some beautiful views of my old country (I now live in Canada). So refreshing to see Americans part of the UK outside London, York, Stratford etc! Well done!

[@kevingray3550]

The lion with the bolt straight tail on the column outside of Alnwick is a heraldic symbol of the of the Percy family - the Dukes of Northumberland. It's to let you know that you are on their turf.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, very interesting. Thank you for sharing with us. 🤍 Jess x

[@skg8268]

Hi, loved your video. I was born in Seahouses, which you didn't show but when I grow up I worked in Bamburgh for 4 years! Played football (soccer) on the field in front of the castle and now 50 years later I'm still taken by its beauty. Anick, or Aln wick is also a favorite of mine. Your drone footage showed all of the Dukes land, in fact the Duke of Northumberland owns most of the county which is run by tenant farmer as well as lands throughout England dating back to their time as medieval Earls. As a side note he and the Duchess went to a local restaurant for lunch and he said "who owns this" their answer was "you do, your grace. We rent the building and land from you." "Oh" he said, that was earlier this year! I now live in Lancashire but still visit my family in Seahouses, friends in Bamburgh and Beadnell and of course Alnwick and Berwick upon Tweed. I feel and know I'm a true Northumbrian and appreciate you love of our county and country.

[@Diamondmine212]

Thousands of acres of Lancashire belongs to the Duke of Westminster . One of the sovereigns titles is the Duke of Lancaster ,regardless of wether they are King OR Queen. I live in Lancaster.

[@brendanaengenheister5351]

The long building on the right (time code 26.52) is an incredible second hand book shop one could spend days in there. It used to be the railway station.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

How wonderful! When we return, we will check it out. 🤍 Jess x

[@jenscee7679]

As a born and bred Northumbrian, it’s beautiful and full of castles!

[@Emraz]

When I see a visitor turning a corner and exclaiming WOW... I dont really see it because I have seen this all my life and its just regular. Makes you appreciate more whats around you and realise its not regular at all.

[@glastonbury4304]

Love the wildness of Northumbria... Bamburgh castle is in 'The Last Kingdom' the British TV Series which if you haven't seen it is a must watch...England is Born...❤

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We have not seen it yet, but we have looked into that. Cheers, Chris

[@glastonbury4304]

@DaydreamersBarn ...you'll love it, best series ever a long with the Vikings...

[@monza1002000]

I know you just "drop in" to these place/castles but you always seem to catch those magical moments with the sunlight. Beginning to think you have a full set of film studio lights on the roof of your truck! 😊

[@DaydreamersBarn]

If only we were able to control it like that. Cheers, Chris

[@andyadventures2841]

I love your passion for our beautiful places guys 🙏. ❤

[@mishkawulf]

Another great Vlog in a part of the country that I have never been. As Chris said, a lot of the wonderful country side is missed staying on a motorway. For that, thank you, for reminding us of our roots and these jems of the UK. It looks like you still have a long way to travel back if you stay on the coastal route. looking forward to your next Video P.S great filming and editing.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you so much! We love getting off the Motorway so much more to explore. We truly appreciate your kindness and taking the time to appreciate our Vlogs. We really love sharing with you all. 🤍 Jess x

[@ArchieFatcackie]

We English tend to take our country for granted. It quite often takes foreign visitors to remind us of how beautiful it is.

[@joelhall8355]

I hope you guys do come back to Northumberland. There’s so much more to discover in this county and it’s bigger than you think.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We definitely are planning a trip back. It's so beautiful not to explore more. 🤍 Jess x

[@jimhowarth2707]

Thank you and your family for this wonderful video. It's lovely to see and hear your love of parts of our green and pleasant land.❤

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, tha k yoi for always coming along with us for our adventures! We really love sharing them with you all. 🤍 Jess x

[@robharris8844U]

It must have felt so good arriving back in civilisation ❤😁 Alnwick Castle was also backdrop of "Robin Hood Prince of thieves" with Kevin Costner, and the TV comedy "Blackadder" starring Rowen Atkinson, for the open titles where he rode a horse down the dry moat. As well as Harry Potter. What hit me about Alnwick when I first visited is the beautiful York stone in walls houses and castle its very impressive and of course has lasted for decades of years and "looks the part" as fits the location and eco friendly to the environment as its part of it!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

It did, but we enjoyed the whole trip. The look of the entire place was amazing. Thanks for the comment. Cheers, Chris

[@OriginsReborn]

11:40 Budle Bay to the left. Brought a tear to my eye when I remembered the times my dad and I used to sit eating our sandwiches with a cup of tea and watch the wading birds going about their business on these beautiful protected wetlands.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh my friend! Thank you so much. You made me feel what you shared! Thank you for your time. 🤍 Jess x

[@OriginsReborn]

@DaydreamersBarn Oh and thank you Jess 🤗

[@Scaleyback317]

If you ever go that way again be sure to take the time (no matter the weather) to walk along the beach toward the castle - one of the most imposing Norman castles ever built and home to the Percy family for centuries as the guardians of the Noth Eastern border with Scotland. What a family!!!

[@65sneaky]

So pleased you are enjoying my home county of Northumberland, watching your video reminds me of how lucky I am to live here. There is so much more to see, Hadrians Wall and its Roman forts just one. Kielder forest, lovely towns like Hexham. The list goes on and on. Have a great time guys and if you need any pointers, ask away.

[@johnhankinson1929]

The North of England is the jewel in the crown of the Britain , thanks' for the ride

[@DaydreamersBarn]

It's so beautiful we completely agree with you. We love the UK so much. 🤍 Jess x

[@billydonaldson6483]

The White Swan Hotel in Alnwick contains a lot of the interior fittings, staircase etc. from the RMS Olympic. As the sister ship of the Titanic the film makers visited the hotel in order to copy those interior fittings for that movie.

[@suzannebaxter2888]

I love it when tourists come away from London there is so much more to see. The people are friendlier. As this is my first time here I don't know how much you have travelled or where to but if you haven't you should come to Norfolk. It is stunning and has more historic stately homes than anywhere else. At 264, Norfolk is the 1 county in the UK for historic and country houses. It holds this title by some distance - the number two county, neighbouring Suffolk, has 78 fewer recognised historic properties. I live in the same area as Sandringham House. We have a lot of castles and ruins here also. I've been to America a few times. Not Florida but New England and I love Boston. I've been to Texas and Nashville and next Year I'm going to New York for a week getting excited about that one.

[@simonlunn6033]

If you've not already been, you must pop to Wales where I was brought up. Loads of castles there and amazing views. Thank you for your video. ❤

[@BazColne]

Bless you both (plus dog).

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you. We all love traveling. We're so blessed that our dogs are so good. 🤍 Jess x

[@lindseyfraser4408]

My favourite drive by motorcycle on a sunny day Bamburgh the coastal route. Many little villages to explore on the way.

[@captaintorch983]

What a stunning video at Norham. Fantastic to see the castle. I have never heard of it I'm sorry to say. There are so many castles in the North east. There is a lovely song about Grace Darling by a band called 'The Strawbs'. Try to check it out.Thank you so much for a great road trip. Many happy memories of a holiday there with my late wife. She had a friend in Alnwick, who we visited. It is a very 'upmarket' town! x .

[@heatherboardman7004]

Was, not so much now.

[@captaintorch983]

@heatherboardman7004 That's a shame. Lovely town.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We're so happy we could share a new place with you. We definitely appreciate you coming along with us on all the adventures you do! 🤍 Jess x

[@grahvis]

Your drone footage really showed the castle's place in the landscape. Something closer up photos don't often do. I used to fish, never been to Alnwick though the name has been familiar to me since I was a teenager, Hardy's of Alnwick, manufacturers of top quality fishing tackle since 1872.

[@heatherboardman7004]

Further along is Barter Books a converted railway station which had been converted to a second hand bookstore. Coffee and cake and a roaring fire awaits.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, I completely agree, friend! Chris loves flying the drone to get those shots for you all. He said he's still learning, but I'm excited he's allowing me to use his footage. 🤍 Jess x

[@sukottora]

I live in the Highlands, but I love Northumbria. I pass Alnwick on the way to visit family, and it is a great place to stop for Fish and Chips on the long journey home. (right opposite where you are at 23:41, in fact).. I'm hungry now 😐

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We did stop for food in Alnwick as a family. It's truly beautiful up there. I do agree! 🤍 Jess x

[@DenisCurran-f7j]

Truely wonderful, thank you from an old Northumbrian. 26:52

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers, Chris

[@edf6607]

What a lovely video. After Norham, before you headed to Bamburgh, if you/d had time you would have enjoyed a quick look at my old home town of Berwick upon Tweed - with its unique Elizabethan (the 1st!) walls, bridges and many other sights and views to behold. And due to being at the border it's steeped in history even by British standards!!

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Very interesting, we would have loved to stop. When we return, we will try and pay a visit. 🤍 Jess x

[@alanbennett2140]

You have done ever so well with this video in the time that you had, but didn't even scratch the surface of the north east

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you! We will definitely be back to explore even more. 🤍 Jess x

[@franklinrwful]

Well done for showing an area of England that tourist seldom visit. There is so much more to this country than London.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We enjoy seeing the less tourist areas. Cheers, Chris

[@DenisCurran-f7j]

Wonderful, truely wonderful. Thank you from an old Northumbrian

[@DaydreamersBarn]

You are very welcome. Cheers, Chris

[@rodgeyd6728]

On Thursday morning before work I watched your video of you two walking to the Big Oak at Sherwood Forest, now I've watched you driving through Bamburgh and Alnwick....you were only 20 miles away from me! I would love to have met you and shown you around. Hope you have time to visit Hadrian's Wall, enjoy your time in Northumberland " wor kid ". Ps how did the driver awareness course go 😉

[@DaydreamersBarn]

It is awesome to get all over England and great to hear that we were by your neck of the woods. The course actually not too bad. Thanks for asking. Cheers, Chris

[@rayfielding]

Thanks

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Ray, Thank you for the Super Thanks, friend! 🤍 Jess & Family

[@nigellee9824]

The North of England is another country....glad that you enjoyed it...

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We did indeed. Cheers, Chris

[@PhilipSchofield-ly9po]

"Annick". Once had a great holiday near Craster, stunk of kippers, and everyone (Northumberlanders, of course) spoke like this, 'Way 'igh! No ma''er! (matter). Hated the Scots. I knew Craster well. Hus family built Craster village harbour, distributes kippers all over England (in Scotland, they're called 'Smokies'). Craster was Grenadier Guards although he had initially been commissioned into the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. Used to live in Craster Towers. Of course.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Right, that's how I pronounced it after I corrected the mistake. Alnwick is so beautiful. Hopefully, we can check it our more next time. 🤍 Jess x

[@jhindle7883]

Looks as if you're headed for Hadrian's Wall. We loved Northumbria, the countryside is lovely and the roads are almost empty, as you seem to have discovered for yourselves. This [art of the country seems to be largely ignored as a holiday destination, because there is so much to see and do, which is both a shame and a blessing at the same time. It's a shame because more people should experience this lovely part of Northern England, and a blessing because you can have ir all to yourself - well almost. My wife and I have spent so much time up there and, as keen walkers (hikers) appreciate the countryside more than most. I so nice that you are experiencing it too. Your video brings back fond memories of those happy times, as we have traversed all the roads you have featured today. I look forward to your next instalment.

[@Ionabrodie69]

Good..we don’t want hordes of visitors..we might end up as bitter as the Cornish. 😂

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We're so happy that our fun video brought back lovely members for you. We definitely see why it's not overrun by tourists. We love finding beautiful roads less traveled as bast we can. We really appreciate your time sharing your time with us. 🤍 Jess x

[@patriciaclark6171]

Shame you didn’t visit Barter books in Alnwick old railway station. Lovely coal/ log fires, coffee cafe and thousands of 2 nd hand books. Nice little model train runs around a high level track 👍👍

[@davidbrearley7393]

Hi guys, before you go home you must visit Blenheim palace in Oxfordshire and the cotswolds.I think it is one of the nicest places to live.

[@stephenmitchell4098]

Love watching your videos...I really hope you continued through county durham

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Hopefully we can make it that way. Cheers, Chris

[@stephenmitchell4098]

@DaydreamersBarn if you 2 thought bamburgh was impressive, you should have seen Durham cathedral and castle and the raby castle.....your socks would have been knocked off

[@CatonaWall175]

It looked a lovely day when you crossed the Scottish border into Norham. The sky was beautiful. The drone footage was interesting as it showed the River adjacent to the Castle with a moat which was presumably filled by the River ? There must have been attacks on the Castle by the Scots. I googled it and it was built shortly after William the Conqueror invaded England around 1120. Great place to visit. I had never heard of it before and I live on Teesside which is not too far away. I might drive up there myself sometime. Thanks.

[@Someloke8895]

Well that's typical - I've just spent the season working at Haggerston Castle and would often be on the X15/X18 bus routes (family in Morpeth) going through the entire area you guys drove (in fact judging by your approach to Alnwick, you used the B6341 via the roundabout. I'm now briefly in Yorkshire, until work re-opens in the New Year.

[@Steve_W27]

Really love your enthusiasm and appreciation of these historic sites. Sadly most Brit’s (and probably me too in that) just take all this magnificent stuff that is on our doorstep’s, for granted.

[@NiallBradley-pg6ge]

Love the subtitles, A friend of mine lives in the terraced houses at Bamborough Castle,

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Haha, I hope they are entertaining. We truly had a lovely experience. 🤍 Jess x

[@NiallBradley-pg6ge]

@DaydreamersBarn He's just a single bloke. Was looking at renting a small house in the area, looking at regular houses and then the estate agent said, "Would you be interested in renting this one?" Would appear they aren't more expensive than other houses and many of the locals have lived in them as their first house.

[@RonSeymour1]

Those views were amazing. I can understand why you got so excited Jess. I am afraid that we do rather take them for granted and, incredibly, such a small island has so many gems around every corner. English Heritage and other bodies generally ban drone flights on their land. Smaller places may not have a staff presence but be aware that they are fanatical in enforcing their polices. Having said that, provided that you are not in a CAA no-fly zone there is nothing that they can do about you taking off FROM PUBLIC LAND and flying OVER their land. Keep those drone shots coming.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We make sure to check on the no-fly app every time before take off. Also, we try to ask to make sure if we can. But yes, thank you for the information, we found out early the English Heritage and National Trusts do not allow flying. But if we are able, I will make sure we get what we can, weather permitting. Cheers, Chris

[@chrisbamborough222]

So glad you enjoyed the North its still very much old England .

[@davidmontgomery9846]

The White Swan Hotel in Alnwick has a large dining room furnished with interior decorations from the R.M.S Olympic , a sister ship of the Titanic .

[@leohickey4953]

You beat me to it, David. I was just about to post that the last time I was in Alnwick it was for a wedding at that hotel, in the room that is decorated with all the fine panelling from that great ship. There's the hotel on the left of the screen at @24:16.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Oh, how lovely, thanks for sharing with us. 🤍 Jess x

[@grahamfrear9270]

It would have been lovely in lake spring around late may everything growing looks like you're travelling in autumn I'm glad you had a nice time.

[@Metallifux5150]

Glad you have enjoyed Northumberland.

[@JohnSmith-pd1fz]

You missed out the best one of all - Lindisfarne Castle on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. More spectacular than Bamburgh, in my opinion though much smaller. a National Trust property so not open at this time of the year but well worth a visit when it is!! Be warned though - Holy Island can only be reached at low tide, across a causeway! Best to get overnight accommodation if you can, then sample sunset, the peace and quiet, the remoteness and the local cuisine. I can recommend the Crown and Anchor pub.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thanks for the recommendation. We have been seriously considering doing that. We will see if we can't make it happen before we head back. Cheers, Chris

[@gmdhargreaves]

Loved this ❤❤❤

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you. Cheers, Chris

[@JohnRoe-yl4iy]

Hi Jess and Chris! Great to see you in the north east again! this region is somewhat left out of the national tourist agenda but has a lot to offer, your first president George Washingtons family hailed from here! l my town hartlepool was owned by Robert the Bruce, all the best John

[@DaydreamersBarn]

We loved it up there and look forward to our next trip I have planned. We can't wait to explore as much as we can. Thank you for coming along with us. 🤍 Jess x

[@CaptainCaveman01]

Nice video guys. Looks like you may be heading to my neck of the woods soon. I live near Durham. The correct way to pronounce Alnwick is simply Annick

[@AndrewCooper-oe3up]

The counties along the English /Scottish border are really beautiful in a rugged way. You might like to try to find some border ballads as they encapsulate some of the soul of the place.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

They are indeed pretty amazing. Thanks for commenting. Cheers, Chris

[@user-man-now80]

It was good to see dozens of mole hills on your walk to the castle. The soil is so fine after they've done with it. According to written accounts, the battles that took place in and around that area were absolutely brutal - you should reference some of them - it would add a touch of drama to your visits. The music is so well chosen - atmospheric. Bamburgh castle is central to a series of books - The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell - which I mentioned to you. A cracking read, a story about the formation of the country - England. Another terrific video. Cheers ! Sheffield South Yorkshire.

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Thank you for your kindness as always, friend! It was so amazing getting to see and experience this lovely trip and share it with you all. 🤍 Jess x

[@smallam49]

Last roundabout...instead of Newcastle should have gone to the coast and Warkworth etc....maybe next time ?

[@DaydreamersBarn]

Maybe, there are plenty castles and areas we want to see up that direction. Cheers, Chris