Black Country Surprise In Deprived Homeland! 🇬🇧

Welcome to my hometown, Wolverhampton. I down-to-earth, no-frills, rough and ready city. In my opinion this is the heart of the Midlands. Growing up in this area, Wolvo has always been a place with obvious problems, but the people are about as genuine as you could wish to meet. Kind hearted, honest and eccentric characters with a great sense of humour abound. Unfortunately, Wolves city centre is in poor decline. Once bustling, many of the streets of the centre are empty - full of boarded up shops and with very few shoppers. It was a sad sight for me to encounter on my return. I noticed some homeless people in the city and thought I could buy some survival essentials for them, so I ventured over to nearby Bilston market. Much to my surprise, the working class Black Country traditional market there was bustling and I was met with a very warm welcome. I think the video shows both the declining and deprived nature of the area offset by the kindness and generosity of the wonderful locals.
#reallife #britain #uk #england #wolverhampton #westmidlands #blackcountry #streetinterview #homeless #bilston #market
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[@Scitch-et4vk]

What lovely decent people here ! This place has done England proud

[@WendallExplores]

Heart of the nation!

[@poshgentleman559]

Your correct, the people of W,ton, are the salt of the earth. People who have the highest standards of behaviour and integrity. You rarely hear four letter words in this great city, unless a tradesman drops his toolbox on his foot. People here bend over backwards to assist you, and will starve, while giving you their last penny. I say a little pray each evening in thanks: for basically living amongst angels on earth 🙏.

[@colinwishbone4437]

What people of wolverhamton do you mean ? It's nothing like it was,even as lad during ww2 you could walk around the town without being stopped constantly by beggars,mugged etc,the streets were cleaner ,policeman were on view to make you feel ok .But wolverhamton is now like many towns and cities is a shit hole, the culture has been decimated by over immigration from so many nations has not been managed by LABOUR COUNCILS.NOW ITS TO LATE,OLD WOLVES IS GONE

[@simples3404]

No, they've done the whole British Isles proud. Karma begets karma, brilliant

[@rgmsound]

Recently discovered your channel and catching up as fast as I can. Some real eye opening stuff, but this is brilliant. The world needs more good guys like you and these local people. Well done. 👌

[@tommy-trump-1967]

if im ever unfortunate enough to find myself homeless.... fair play wendall , topclass

[@brianwalsh2419]

Sad to see yet another once prosperous UK Town in such decline, but good to see Bilston Market battling on. Great to see the solidarity of the traders in supporting your efforts to help the homeless. Great video as always.

[@WendallExplores]

Thanks mate

[@M88ULV]

This is boss though, keeping someone warm over winter is a big thing.

[@WendallExplores]

❤️

[@jamesmacabre4804]

big ting

[@MinotaurvsCyclops]

Collab? Kurt Caz too?

[@delroygardner8325]

Lol Brucie sold the clothes for drugs within 10 minutes

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

There are , thank goodness , a few people that still have hearts .

[@mixedmartialanarchist6469]

Incredible the unwavering generosity there. Well done m8, you’ve done a fine job with that.

[@teddydavis2339]

I was there in 2009. I thought it was nice. Maybe things have changed. I was amazed at how the indigenous English, Indian and Caribbean people lived so well together.

[@craigmachin5405]

It's sad to see our once great towns in such decline with it only getting worse.

[@jaybarker1239]

City

[@002lisamarie]

Not all of them are like this.

[@paulcook1167]

Two words online shopping thats what has killed off our high streets

[@ol1ver89]

Salt of the earth what we call normal people , hardworking , poor but considerate human beings , it’s really nice to see people helping out with whatever they can

[@MrNatty89]

I've recently been helping some of the local homeless and I can't deny that your videos have been a contributing factor in opening my eyes and helping to influence me to be more active in doing what needs to be done to help people who have fallen on hard times. God bless you

[@ericboxer3053]

Funny how the government don't give a damn about its indigenous homeless people

[@vincentfield9562]

Im ftom surrey and been a supporter of wolverhampton wanderers since 9 years old ,first went to eolverhampton when i was 14 ,sold my bike at school to fund the trip and my overriding memories was the humour of the black vountry people along with there no nonsense directness friendliness and diwn to earth honesty something you never get in surrey and the south east !!! Great people and our iconic historical football club so influential in english football !!

[@SabcatPrinting]

I went Bilston Training Centre for a year (1992) and Wulfren College for 4 years. I spent a fair bit of time on busses 🤣 Bilstons yellow chips were a weekly treat. I would have beers around Dudley and Wolvo… clubbing there too. i stopped working there ten years later, never really been back. The Army Surplus store was great. Happy days i miss sometimes.

[@FilipeCruz1337]

I'm Brazilian and I'm in England due my work(for a British company) and holliday (49 days, I have 22 left). I started helping all the homeless I come across during my days here, after followed you and listen their stories, Wendell.

[@MbisonBalrog]

Looks like you stole their jerbz 😂😂😂

[@FilipeCruz1337]

@@MbisonBalrog I didn't steal anyone's work, I'm a mathematician and I work as a software engineer in security applications, facial recognition, etc. To this day, we have difficulty finding indigenous people to work in the same area. It's not my fault.

[@MinotaurvsCyclops]

​@@FilipeCruz1337ignore it mate, lots of racist edl on here. UK has a lack of workers in many fields, means there has to be foreign workers. Without foreign workers the country wouldn't run.

[@garycooper9207]

Thank you. You are great

[@livingstone8347]

​@@MinotaurvsCyclops False, the country would run better. You don't have to be racist to recognise a very obvious, constructed social problem.

[@nottsdez]

Bruce was in a documentary many years ago about spice addicts he looks like he's doing better off now than then.

[@simwilson505]

I was going to ask this. He was on the drugs map of Britain bbc doc about the mamba epidemic in Wolverhampton

[@delroygardner8325]

Lol , he smokes more now than then

[@InspirationalWolverine-gm6xq]

​@@delroygardner8325sadly seems it. Been past him a few times and he's always there with a group ofvmen smoking stuff

[@CarlBland-tn1jo]

​@@delroygardner8325no one cares

[@hairyjohn5825]

It restores my faith in humanity when I see people helping people less fortunate!

[@timwebster6151]

Me too not enough of human kindness in the world, only egotistical, murderous , greedy bastards.

[@user-pv5xk4bj8e]

I left the uk because I was luck enough to be born in no England tried to break me down to homelessness over a period of say thirty years so really appreciate your content I can now see from seeing how fucked up the uk is how much I miss the people thank you for your videos brother and have a great new year carry on the good work mate

[@WendallExplores]

Cheers mate

[@732daven]

I enjoyed your video, thanks for helping the homeless people. I studied at the Wolverhampton University in the 90's and made many friends, unfortunately it was pre-facebook / social media, so I am only in contact with one ex-fellow-student from Carlisle..I sadly lost contact with my local friends from Wolverhampton (one was living in a caravan by the canal in Whitmore Reans and I helped him with his French studies! A nice fellow) . I still vividly remember when I came with my French Renault 4 on the first day, arriving late at night and driving on the right hand side by mistake in the city centre, coming face to face with the Police in their Peugeot 306. I thought they would give out ... lol instead they kindly brought me to the student housing near Molineux stadium.

[@brendanrussell4871]

Fair play Ollie. It might not be the Wolverhampton we grew up in, but you've shown that there are still some great people here, while making a difference to those who need it most. Happy New Year to you mate! 👍🏻

[@WendallExplores]

Happy new year mate

[@Eviction76]

Brucie hit the nail on the head..”got any trainers” footwear is one of the key things apart from good jacket is what you need when homeless.

[@martinellis7156]

Polticians are powerless to do anything to change the state of the UK. The banksters control the EU, the US and the UK but now we see the power shifting to the "global south" and if ever there was any prosperity for working folk, it's gone. All that is left is the street for many. Your generosity and concern for those people is an inspiration, showing us the truth behind the politicians lies. Keep up your great work Wendall, the world would be a much poorer place without you and others like you.

[@CarlBland-tn1jo]

Not powerless there destroying the economy so they can profit by rebuilding it a bring in new digital currency

[@jackwatsonepic626]

You do a great job for the homeless wendall. It's a pity theirs people out. there with billions in the bank, and they are that greedy they don't help When they could help because the money they spend they would make back in interest within a day. Thank you so much. For what you do not just at Christmas time aswell 👍🇬🇧

[@pamgreenfield2853]

Thank you for all that you do to help the homeless, Wendell. Sending you support and love from Southwest Florida.

[@_Stiorra]

Its so wrong that some have so much & others don’t have anything . Nobody should be without food or shelter . Its a sad world we live in but seeing people that care restores my faith in humans . We are so lucky to have the things we need . Well done 🤍

[@eliastalks7411]

People that have the least are often the most giving. I think thats the best thing about working class communities - theres a shared understanding.

[@paulwhiteside1805]

Great work, Wendall. It's so heart warming to see Black Country folk showing such generosity. Bless You.🙏🥰

[@mbgarner]

Gotta love a Wendall upload 🙏🏻👌🏻. Thanks for the content brother 💙.

[@WendallExplores]

My pleasure 🫡

[@ianedwards8979]

Bilston born and bred and proud of it,seen the good and bad times in Bilstston,but despite the bad press at times,but I will always love the old place,and the people are golden

[@tjiss7094]

Makes me proud as a British Indian how generous the local vendors can be in my hometown of Wolves

[@denisescally7090]

A British Indian??? Two different races. Two different continents.

[@kavenkruber532]

What because you've never heard of someone representing two nationalities or races? African American for example? British Caribbean? Maybe put your energy into recognising individuals for their kindness and generosity before you try to discredit them.

[@JSL2000]

That I absolutely agree with. Very generous traders and people.

[@solaireastora5394]

​@@denisescally7090you do know races can mix?

[@Battleneter]

@@denisescally7090 WTF are you talking about, you can be a British Indian, it was a nice comment, not one that required a racist response.

[@fabiennelowers3961]

bad boy work youre doing sir - hope you get what you give tenfold.

[@JohnThor1]

I'm born, bred and still live in Wolverhampton. I really enjoyed this video Wendall. Well done. I'm loving your content. Keep up the awesome work. All the best for the new year to you and to all.

[@WendallExplores]

Thanks mate, happy new year

[@williamcarrington61]

​@@WendallExploresHave a good New Year, Best Wishes. I was born in Wolverhampton 1942 .

[@Heyyothebadguy123]

Well done Wendell Let’s have you back in Yorkshire soon sir ! Keep up the good work mate

[@WendallExplores]

I think there’s a price on my head in Yorkshire 💀

[@stephen3511]

Good work 👏🏻 We can make a small but positive difference if every one of us occasionally shows some generosity and kindness to someone who needs it most

[@WendallExplores]

Kindness breeds kindness my friend ❤️

[@stephen3511]

@@WendallExplores 100% 👍🏻👍🏻

[@leecritchley2855]

I used to live in Bilston a few years ago and your video brought back many happy memories. Thank you and the traders for helping those less fortunate. Black Country people are 'Bostin'!!

[@Melanie_Star]

I was just recommended your channel & feel emotional watching this video. You're doing such a lovely thing & I wish more people in the world had such big hearts. I'm from a little East Midlands town myself, where sadly things have turned for the worst in so many areas. The one thing that will never change though, in our working class towns (as you stated & experienced) are people's spirit; their kindness & generosity. It's always beautiful to see. You've definitely gained a new sub. Nice one lad, you are clearly a good'en 👌🏼

[@WendallExplores]

Glad you enjoyed the video ❤️

[@dmbx6438]

Bilston is my home town born and bread, I couldn't be more prouder of where I live.. Thank you for what you do honestly you have a heart of gold, if you ever come back to bilston you have to try chaplins chipshop as majors is on the left go further down and its on the right just after the tram entrance 👍🏼 xx

[@tylerjones2695]

Wendall, it is the same in America. A lot of people still dont know here what/who is behind this I hope that people there are waking up I subbed Happy New Year to you and all England/Scotland/Wales and Ireland

[@monikacorgi]

That's nice. I'm sure they'll remember this. I've given a homeless guy 3 quids today because I didn't have more. I don't know if he genuinely needed it for a room as he said or not but it's nice to help.

[@mattslade5196]

Fair play to you and the people of bilston There are still great people in Great Britain ❤

[@janebass3372]

That's so kind of you and all the market stall holders to help the homeless, bless you all. The dog was beautiful too x

[@rippawallet]

Crazy to still see the old signage on the abandoned buildings. I've rarely ever seen that anymore except for in photos!

[@dylanharrington744]

Wow! What wonderful people there are in the Midlands. A great mix of cultures, all sharing the same values.

[@denisescally7090]

It’s that ‘great mix’ that has contributed to its decline.

[@user-ds8gf3ki2g]

@@denisescally7090explain?..

[@user-lp5vk8sn3k]

@@denisescally7090you really are a scally aren’t you 😂😂😂

[@Ghettomentality]

@@denisescally7090 Yow been on da Cider again Denise ma wench.

[@jojow158]

Pleasure to have met you irl during this episode Wendall, it's Joanne. Love my city and its people but definitely nowhere near as busy as it used to be. Still a lot of opportunity to be had (I'm a remote software engineer for a US company). Great to see more people helping the homeless 👍

[@inkscape7641]

Isn’t it so interesting how you see lots of shops closed but the big corporate businesses stay open. It’s not right that. What a smashing generosity you have showed in this video, it’s actually inspiring to see ❤

[@MrMigido]

Global. Not coincidence. Think on. Act accordingly. Be well.

[@dalefc9331]

People need to use the shops then, instead of whining about it.

[@alancooper5147]

So our country isn't quite finished yet, good ppl r still here.

[@sicgamer9303]

I could be wrong but I think the reason some areas are busy and some quiet is due to parking, some councils put the price up to much, especially if you only need an hour, and that puts people off the town centres when parking at supermarkets is free.

[@verndog2158]

Wendall, you seem like a very kind and respectful person. I really enjoy your content.

[@WendallExplores]

🙏

[@musicforhappypeople4608]

i used to live in wolverhampton back in the 70s and 80s.it was a great town with great and friendly people.lots of shops and cafes very busy town.loved it.

[@thomaskeating-rq6im]

Absolute star! Wish there were more people like you

[@StanleePresley-hd9pv]

That's proper human...good on ya

[@bearcubd3900]

Nice to see there’s some kind & decent people left out there your doing a good things Wendal 🙏

[@Phil300zx]

Nice to see theres still decent people about

[@guyburgwin5675]

I moved as a 2 year old from Wolverhampton to Los Angeles in 1963. Thanks for the update.

[@paulpayton8238]

Hey my travel friend thanks for sharing this video I haven't been to Wolverhampton for 7 years 😊

[@MulticoElectrical]

We work often in Bilston in particular The Trumpet Pub and around Wolverhampton. All the people we meet are lovey, honest folk and its fantastic what your doing. The market is hub of activity so nice to see.

[@CherylFoster-vt4nu]

I love your passion and caring attitude… thank you for being you… you are amazing 👍

[@jessiphoenix]

So surprised how to people was so nice coz there isn't enough people like wendal helping out others big respect

[@toopoos]

Top job fella and it's great that folk are willing to help out even though they themselves are trying to earn a crust. 👍

[@deadinthewater218]

Lots of kind people good to see.

[@kevinfinn9486]

Wolves is full of great people 👏 👍, fair play to all .....

[@samuraininjarockstar9355]

Great people very heartwarming to see FairPlay , happy new year & best wishes to everyone x

[@alexjaybrady]

Well done! I miss this part of fhe world i havent been back since my granny and grandad died but have sime happy memories of wolvo including many christmases and my first music gig. Very inspiring to see you helping like this i will try to follow your example.

[@rajansapkota858]

Very nostalgic , I was in Wolverhampton from 2003 November till April 2012 Thank you for bringing the latest from Wolverhampton Thank you Wendall n Happy New Year, god bless you

[@joanneburford6364]

What lovely generous people - HNY from Melbourne 🇦🇺🥂

[@cjs083]

Heartwarming stuff ! Respect

[@keithrichardson3942]

Battered chips ... wonderful .. good to see you, thanks for the documentary

[@andrewonmyway8184]

Cracking job! Lots of very kind people even if times are hard. Amazing video showing reality and kindness. Keep up the great work Oli!

[@danielmorris9159]

Thank you for helping the homeless on the street it’s so hard living on streets and Ruth and cold too.

[@buddyboy6933]

Thanks Wendell. You know mate. Your videos and what you and the others did restores my faith in humanity which is whats desperately needed these days. Bless you mate ❤

[@vladtheinhaler6579]

You've got a big heart Wendall. You demonstrate so well how simple acts of kindness can brighten up another hard day on the streets for the homeless. Kudos to you sir!

[@MelancholySky]

Genuinely cried watching this, such a wholesome video. I'm so grateful for what you do & if you're willing to take a suggestion could you maybe in future come to Nottingham city centre as there's a large homelessness problem and it really hurts to walk past everyday knowing how much I can help myself is quite limited.

[@skaworld509]

I worked in a call center 5 years and customers in the midlands (Brum & Wolverhamptom) were always lovely and kind

[@tristanpage6805]

Great video. Love your interaction with people. Very respectful

[@MichaelaWest-jr3gk]

That was very kind of you to help the people, my heart goes out to all of them.

[@peterjames5003]

We love you wendall. You are the only saint we would honour in the new years honours list. Take care. .

[@Streetsnapper34]

Love what you’re doing Wendall these videos give us hope for the future!!

[@sabrinajohnson7611]

Thanks for the new content, Wendall! Happy New Year to you & everyone viewing your channel ❤ keep up the good work, I praise your kind generosity 🙏🏽 😊

[@WendallExplores]

🙏

[@JRGRAY-33]

What a cracking and heartwarming video. Well done my friend 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@deanmalpas9798]

Interesting videos as always Stay safe all the best 👍🏻

[@TravellingTorunn]

Lovely people in your home town Wendall 😊 And you are doing a really great thing. Happy New Year 🎉😊

[@WendallExplores]

Happy New Year Torunn

[@markkerry5840]

Thank you for a great film, it makes us all think about those less off. Wishing you a Happy New Year

[@Go-Karting]

Nice upload Wendall. keep up the good work👍

[@WendallExplores]

🙏

[@user-hw7ww7fq6n]

My home town,and a place I am born and bred in, and will never leave. I love Wolverhampton. X

[@karlkuttup]

cant beat queenies orange chips in great bridge and great video used to live in wolvo and loved the old shops like the golden oldies record shop and the arcarde over the road from the gifford arms the old market as well

[@MsJimbo1960]

That was brilliant, good for you helping out the homeless.Well done mate ..

[@lesbarsh803]

You are amazing mate! Thanks for what you do

[@metalmilitia01]

0:59 Ah yes, the holy trinity of the modern UK high street: chicken takeaway, vape shop and nail salon

[@user-to9mp5qq8k]

You kind guys will see heaven ❤

[@v285ljx]

Just watched the video heart warming ❤️ you are a very kind person

[@baumbs0]

You’re a good man Wendall.

[@gurprasadsingh4792]

Thanks for your Videos You are Present them extremely well

[@annielane6018]

Wendall, You are one amazing guy. The generosity of the market traders was wonderful. You are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing this lovely vlog. Happy New Year 2024 to you and yours. Hopefully it will be a better year than this one past. 😍🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@WendallExplores]

🙏

[@helentrove620]

It lifted my heart watching this Wendall, Thank You!🥰

[@dddgmap9672]

Really touching, thank you for doing this, more of the same please, everywhere you go.

[@vinimarshall7301]

I was surprised you said wolverhampton instead of wolveramton

[@JamesCarter-ne7ku]

Like you,I grew up in Wolverhampton and now live in Cornwall. This video highlighted the spirit of the area but reiterated the impact of industrial decline. I also knew of Bruce when I worked in Wolverhampton. It’s good to see him still around as he is a lovely chap but sad to see life hasn’t got any easier for him. It’s very sad to see Wolverhampton continue to decline. I remember when it was much busier in the early 1990s. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@jhickman4735]

Black Country people are the best people ever, having lived in Canada for 12 years, I can't wait to get back to my homeland. If anyone dreams of coming to Canada, don't bother. It's like paying for a 5 star hotel but staying in a 2 star.

[@Talktruthdontbescared]

I’m from wednesbury left 25 yrs ago and it has changed a lot round that area but still love the people

[@steveparkes]

Nice, I met Brucie in the summer when he was actually in Bilston and when I asked if he needed something he asked if I could get him some soap so I'm not surprised to see him snap up the hand cleanser. My other half talks to some of the people who kip near the bus and train station when she's taking the youngest to school I know the people who visit Bilston and Willenhall a bit more. Thanks for showing these places and folks Wendall and glad you made it back to visit.

[@ZOOT_CAPTAIN]

The homless guy at the end bruce was in the bbc 3 doc called drugs map of britain (black mamba)

[@porcelain_doll2321]

If you look up black mamba Wolverhampton on here Bruce is in there shocking how much he has aged