Designer Dogs and Barbour Jackets - Alnwick, Bamburgh, Seahouses and Tynemouth

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[@fatpaddler1]

Most honest van lifers on youtube, no Aires and graces just a normal couple being normal without any ulterior motive, keep it up.

[@glennwilliams5869]

Bloody hell that was the funniest rant I've seen in ages. Helen being so laid back made it even funnier 😅🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤

[@Amiguru]

You two are so funny, likeable and honest. You bounce of each other all of the time and I think you're doing a fantastic job of entertaining us. My kind of dry humour and you make me laugh more often. Thank you.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you ❤️

[@jasonedmunds5821]

"I'm getting a crap dog and a parka!" Absolute gold....

[@patriciayassin2983]

Brilliant video....hilarious 😂 17 dogs wearing Barbour jackets in a pub all fighting🤣🤣🤣. I'm just trying to picture it. Helen's 2 left feet flip flops can only happen to her 😔. The humour and banter between you are so effortless. Love the music you've chosen to accompany throughout your videos. Love your work.

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Patricia, glad you enjoyed it

[@chrisbamlett7352]

So...what a couple! I never comment on KZbin but you two are just brilliant so down too earth and are just a really lovely couple.. that’s why people watch you. As a 42yr old single dad myself...I wish I could find happiness again. Has Helen got any nice single friends for me! 🤣seriously though just wanted too comment keep doing what ya doing and don’t even mention the haters again in ya videos..it’s only coz jealous of what you have together and bring too KZbin...love you guys..Peace

[@pauljones5066]

you will man

[@bythecurb]

You will do mate, it comes when you're least expecting it.

[@user-rl8mq9uf7b]

17 dogs in a pub ? did they buy a drink each for £18.90 though

[@Simon-fr4ts]

How can anyone not like this channel. Helen is lovely. You lucky man! You are a good guy too James. Your fish and chip review was spot on. I am exactly the same. I have to say though, this country is dog obsessed. I personally don't like them. It's the smell and mess and I am allergic to the fur. I don't mind people having them on a farm or something as a working dog, but people now treat them equal or above people and demand that they can take as many of them as they want into restaurants and hotel rooms. It makes me gag. I work in a 'dog friendly' hotel and often see them pissing and shitting in reception and even in the restaurants. Disgusting.

[@theo847sqn]

I live in Australia and it's an amazing country I do miss home an this reminds me of days gone by But the DOGS everyone has a dog in every house (it seems) Now dogs are cool But the noise There is constant dogs barking I just want a bit of peace and quiet It's selfish in many ways We all have to live together and the noise should be considered between us all

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Simon

[@BeckandBeyond]

Lottielou is not a labradoodle she identifies as a cockerpoo! How dare you confuse your doggy niece! 😂 i'm so pleased you are now sharing your moaning with the world, means I dont have to listen to it as much 😂😂 love ya Bro and Helen of course 😘

[@victoriafoley7470]

You should appear in an episode too! ☺

[@BeckandBeyond]

I will but would insist on lottie and I wear our Barbour jackets 😂 xx

[@junegrimley5697]

Brilliant as always, Helen is as funny as ever with her two left flip flops, so so funny, xx

[@janeevans4758]

That was hilarious.😂

[@somersetflower]

Only Helen 😅😅😅😅

[@prettyeyes47]

Flip flops and £18 something for drinks, Hilarious! Actually the whole video absolute genius and so funny 😁 😂 Have a good week.

[@bythecurb]

Thankyou 🙂

[@cass8492]

Absolutely 😂

[@joycedaniels1665]

Bostin trip, I enjoy your adventures so much. Thank you.

[@bobychapman123]

😂😂😂 love it I’ve not laughed so much for ages please continue with the great content 😘

[@mikeainsworth5840]

You are and will be happier in your 'Orphan Van' than the vast majority in the new Range Rovers. Relax and count your blessings

[@janepennock6933]

Absolutely peeing my knickers watching this vlog. Thats got to be the best rant ever. You two are hilarious. Really made my day❤❤❤❤

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Jane

[@catherinebirdwalker8342]

Just love you two !! Always make me laugh, you’re videos are a tonic in a crazy world! 🤪😂❤️

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@rickymccurdy.404]

I m a subscriber from Northern Ireland and I watch the channel regularly . Your videos are an absolute treat and I hope more and more people will subscribe and watch . Best Van life channel on KZbin by a long shot .Just gets better and better with each adventure. Keep them coming please !

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Ricky, that's so kind

[@cass8492]

Totally agree 👍🏻

[@markbrennan4693]

Hilarious, great Victor meldrew attitude and Helen laughing it off. Brilliant content.

[@user-wq2xi6pv8o]

Aww you two are so likeable such a honest couple who’s living there best lives your content is brilliant as always. James is jokes when he goes into one . Helen is so laid back love you both ❤❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 😊

[@jewelleaf2207]

OMG you two make me laugh so much breath of fresh air both of you 🙂

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@norsewoods2999]

God I love you two. I’ve watched from the beginning. £18 for two drinks deserves a rant. I would done the same. Must be a northern thing 🤣. Helen straight hair and glasses 😉 it’s going on. James you’ve even inspired me to sell my camper-van and buy bigger one and live in it. You showed me that having a younger daughter I see once a week it’s possible. So thank you. It’s happening. Keep up the trips away drinking and keeping it real. And I look forward to the next one. 🥃

[@bythecurb]

Nice one mate, go for it. We've got my daughter this weekend and we are heading off to the seaside. Will put a video on

[@norsewoods2999]

Have a great weekend with your daughter also. Got mine on Sunday eldest is on gap year moving from Vietnam To Hong Kong. Hope things going ok with ya eldest lad. 👍🏻 see you in the next one 🍺

[@jimwoollard517]

Spot on with rant James, pubs are for drinking not crufts. Love the channel, Jim from Wakey.

[@bythecurb]

Cheers Jim

[@andyb1577]

Eh up nothing wrong with a bit of role play 😂😂😂 brilliant video as always just love the happiness you bring ❤

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Andy

[@ranavalona24]

Urgently, to camera. " No. I don't. I don't." Hilarious.

[@tracyfisher1007]

You pair are just the best love watching you both so funny x you do make my day x

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Tracy

[@Meh.247]

Mate, you have found 1 of the best companions ever. I can't get enough of this.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, she's my best friend and lover too. Im very lucky! 🙂😍

[@wormsnake1]

You’re a right pair of “dirty bottles”!!😂. Honestly guys you’re both a pair of fresh air. Whenever a new video pops up I watch it as soon as I can or it’s something to look forward to later. At times you remind me of a “walking sitcom”. “It smells like camping…that’s my armpits love”.😂. “James reviews fish and chips again next week”.😂. “It’s a shame these pictures behind me are screwed down”.😂. “I went round the pub to count all the Dogs”.😂. The whole rant was like a Del Boy speech!!😂😂. “Who needs 3 Dogs…well she does”!!😂. Anyways back to the vlog!! You guys can never fail because the banter, the connection, the van life is so natural. You can’t beat a movie in bed!! Its the best!! Those homemade breakfasts looked fab by the way. Saving a few quid and just as good in my opinion. It was lovely to see the castle and the people outside having a good time. Reminded me of the old school trips as a child. “Gimmick books” and useless gift shops!! It doesn’t need me to tell you the charges were a scam.😂. So we’re the prices of those drinks in that pub!! “We got a cost of living crisis going on!!…not round here”.😂. I loved the subtle introduction of classical musical as you hit the sand dunes. The roaring grey seas were so atmospheric and complimented the misty fog!! Also a fantastic view and how lucky were those cricketers playing under the shadow of such a castle!! I don’t want you both to get big ‘ed’s because I could go on and on. The quality of these videos are genuinely superb and it “looks” effortless. My only fault(hear me out!!) is we need more material. Maybe think about ideas for some “short form ones”. Just a meal, going for a walk, generic issues with van life etc…I completely understand that you can’t always spoil us with these “weekend wonders”. That’s an apt word because you guys are truly wonderful. At the end of each video you always ask Helen “what was you’re highlight then”? I can answer that question…”You” guys are the highlight. Best from Liverpool, Keep ‘em coming. 🙏❤️.x

[@bythecurb]

Thank you for the lovely words, we really appreciate it. We are definitely going to try and make more videos ❤

[@tg22sas1]

Love your channel best couple on KZbin ❤❤❤❤

[@autumnnite1803]

Very funny! Really enjoyed this long vlog. What a beautiful place to visit. Bamburgh Castle is pretty stunning, must go one day myself. Thanks for the laughs, you two are such a brilliant double act!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it

[@clairep8]

You two crack me up, especially with James ranting and pulling a muscle 😂😂

[@harrysmith846]

You can’t beat the smell of the morning dew when camping, better than James armpits 😂

[@terry5123]

I think you choose a really great musical backdrop you’ve got a gift of matching it with the content which makes your channel even better

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Terry, I spend a long time finding the music. Glad you like it

[@Zephyrines]

James' rant reminds me of my experience in St. Mawes Cornwall, 2 bacon rolls and 2 coffees... £23! I still haven't gotten over it and mention it regularly, it was five years ago 😂😂😂

[@Zephyrines]

Oh and 80p for a pickled onion the size of a hamsters testicle 😡

[@bythecurb]

I don't blame you. I hate been ripped off!!

[@psnchsky]

I love you guys out enjoying life just as it should be, keep the excellent vids coming.

[@k9513]

You guys are great, George and Mildred springs to mind, he he.

[@bettyourcampervan]

You two are funny, ace and brilliant! I loved the video ❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you! 😀

[@glenbolton]

No Joke, you are probably the best campervan/vanlife channel on t'internet

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Glen

[@royottaway9434]

Helen is magic , you both made me smile

[@tracylachs7215]

Sooo funny James having a good rant 😂!! Love Bamburgh it’s beautiful, love my labradoodle too haha but 17 dogs in one pub is asking for chaos. As a dog owner I would not be comfortable in there with that many other dogs 😮

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Tracy

[@James-gf9jl]

The police were alerted in Bamburgh yesterday. Someone was seen walking around without a dog.

[@victoriafoley7470]

Bamburgh is on my list to go to - thank you for showing us your travels again 👍. Helen with her two left flip-flops 🤣🤣. I always feel thirsty and hungry watching your videos 😉☺.

[@bythecurb]

Haha, Bamburgh was beautiful 🙂

[@joannehill606]

Absolutely brilliant as usual you have both made us laugh out loud. Carry on camping literally xx

[@davidcowley1823]

Love following you two, you both have a brilliant sense of humour. You are a breath of fresh air on Utube. Keep it up. 🙂

[@bythecurb]

Thanks David

[@heatherread5314]

Years since I was in Northumberland bringing back memories. Bamburgh beach was deserted the day I went stunning. You 2 are hilarious buy the way

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Heather

[@marraaman]

Excellent, funniest rant I’ve heard for while😂😂😂👍👍👍👍

[@davidheller3998]

Thank you for showing us all these quirky and beautiful places

[@ianharrop6580]

Defo the best vanlife channel out there. I love it. Don’t stop and don’t start that sponsorship rubbish. Very natural.. love the humour. 😊

[@ianharrop6580]

Ps…. We live in Newcastle and are going to try the broken bottles as looked lovely

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Ian, I've already turned down a few sponsorship offers but if a decent one comes along it helps fund my bigger van conversion!

[@jackielowe7377]

This one was hilarious, loved it. Interesting because you visited a bunch of places I've been to that my son lives near to but most of all for the 'grumpy night' 😂

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Jackie

[@liamj330]

Is it just me or is Helen getting more beautiful every video ❤ another great video

[@bythecurb]

She's a stunner!! 😍

[@maxineredfern3380]

Hilarious I love u 2. So normal and down to earth. Keep it real. Until next time, can’t wait

[@arthurkettle3010]

One of your best videos so far this......great fun, great locations.....Helen a delight throughout ....and a classic Yorkshireman rant!.... Loved it, cheers 👍

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, glad you like

[@stuart4024]

Absolutely hilarious ,so glad you enjoyed Craster.😂

[@bythecurb]

Yes it was brilliant!! 😳🙄😂

[@jeffstephenson5633]

I never miss any of your uploads adventures love you both.

[@annemariemay9907]

You and Helen make my day watching both of you xx

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Annemarie

[@shelaghward9621]

I just love how Helen really has a proper first drink of her beer …. No little sips ! 😜

[@eddiek0507]

Nice part of the world up there. I used to spend time at Amble, had some great times and great people...😃👍🏻

[@UK-Bry]

I Have the same problem pulling muscles, usually when wiping my arse. Its so annoying. Helen is a star keep up the good work, our favourite channel on KZbin.

[@bythecurb]

🤣🤣Thank you

[@dubdaz1]

Cracking video, I was roaring from Hellibobs two left flip flops onwards, you two are a perfect comedy double act. Was VERY entertaining to watch, thankyou 👍🏻💕

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@kevinbennett2208]

Used to love going there , bamburgh beach is beautiful, holy island is the same , stayed in seahouses several times 👍

[@popupsinger]

There's something very amusing and engaging about both James and Helen and very welcoming in a down to earth way-great accompanying music-I feel comfortable watching two happy intelligent folk enjoying life! Very funny and amusing!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you! 🙂

[@Haggis305]

I’m jealous….Ex-pat living in Miami and those breakfasts look bloody marvelous

[@bythecurb]

Your jealous living in Miami?!? 😆

[@kevinhime-knowles5198]

Fantastic trip, James where I live in Surrey a pint of Moretti is £6.70😢

[@bythecurb]

0mg! Get out of there! Come up north 😁

[@maryoregan6948]

You 2 are a tonic, brilliant vlog and so fuuny James. Love the rant. Your Co Cork, Irish subscribers.

[@user-ob4xh4gs7r]

Very Enjoyable Blog. Just come across.

[@stebishopnomad1838]

This video brought back many memories from five years ago when me and my ex drove around all Northumberland, we loved it especially dirty bottle's pub .and we were going to rent a house in seahouses.. I had a massive vauxhall movano and big trailer so parking was a massive issue. But loved every second of the trip..but I love my little Peugeot expert now and will never hopefully live in a house again and I'm single and loving it you two have me crackin up laughing 😂😂😂😂😂❤ ❤❤❤ thank you x

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Ste, glad you enjoyed the video and that it brought back good memories 😀

[@gordonking5710]

Wish I had of known your were coming to tynemouth we live nearby we could of met up for a drink or one lol here is a little gift to pay for your posh drinks in Seahouses love your videos keep them coming you guys are amazing 👏 xx

[@bythecurb]

Blooming eck Gordon. Thank you so much, that is so kind. We will definitely be back at Tynemouth when the weather picks up. We loved it up there.

[@gordonking5710]

@By The Curb aww you guys are very welcome you male me laugh so much your a amazing couple good crack enjoy

[@shelaghward9621]

Two left feet ….made me laugh out loud 🤣

[@darrenmark5155]

Absolutely love you both, so amazing so glad I subscribed to you, I really look forward to your vids, so, genuine and funny, brilliant couple , thank you both ❤

[@bythecurb]

Thanks mate

[@johncally4429]

Another fantastic video guys!, really enjoyed your adventure, so funny 😂, flip flops, tik tak, posh dogs gone wild in a pub! rant OMG, best entertainment all week 😂. Noisy uncontrolled kids are big pub annoyance for us! apparently the likes of “henry” an “Phoebe” need to explore and find their own boundaries!, oh really, we found ours soon enough with a clip round the ear! Lol. All the best to you both John & Cally

[@bythecurb]

Thank you John & Cally

[@colincase-mw3oi]

That red dress looks amazing Helen, love seeing vpl.

[@patshepherd784]

Did that tour last year and absolutely loved it . I love this video.

[@bellakyle2237]

If you ever visit Tynemouth again on a Sunday please visit the metro station it has a fab massive indoor market Helen would of loved it 🥰 and would of kept you dry😂 Barbour jackets are made in South Shields so that’s why everyone is wearing them🤣 luv your channel👍

[@terry5123]

Your channel is the best 0825 a great start to the day

[@johnroy2674]

Great video mate your self and Helen a great laugh don’t ever change

[@l3on676]

The golden rule is, if you pay over a tenner for 2 drinks you take a glass home!! I have a cupboard full!! Great videos by the way you 2 are awesome!!

[@bythecurb]

I didn't think of that!! 😂

[@rebeccalamb5694]

Love watching you both,so genuine and funny!

[@kathrynmalloy1162]

Had to laugh😂😂😂 We have a cockapoo who has a Barbour jacket but we aren’t rich! We do love to find a pub that lets our Poppy in but if she was barking in the pub we would have taken her out. Love your videos. Can’t have too many dogs. I think many people got dogs during covid. We got a cockapoo as we are allergic to dogs and poodle mixes are not so bad.

[@paulfox5248]

Another brilliant video James & Helen. We love following you. Keep it up. Great work 👊👏

[@kennybrydges9084]

nice one James and Helen.. looking forward to seeing the new bigger van.. ATB from Canada 🙏

[@bythecurb]

Cheers Kenny

[@werdna67]

Another brilliant vlog, honest & funny, none of the ‘oh no this happened, is it the end of vanlife ?’ rubbish

[@bythecurb]

Thanks 🙂🙂

[@kf-dk5pb]

My dad used to drink in the dirty bottles back in the 60’s thank you for bringing back such memories

[@andrewdavis9223]

Good music going round the castle 😊

[@TheGardener54uk]

Sweet comments , I must say your a wonderful couple , and your words are so true ❤❤❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you!

[@jimrobertson9011]

Brilliant video guys, I would of had a rant over that pub aswell, 👍🍷

[@paulrduffield]

You two are brilliant. Brightens my day. Keep it up. Know things can't be easy living in a van but I admire your tenacity in. Go man and go Bet . Lol

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Paul, we really appreciate that 🙂

[@paulrduffield]

@@bythecurb if you ever pop over to thailand I will buy you both a cold beer

[@christinamacintyre9972]

Hahahah 17 dogs in a pub - thats like paradise

[@harrysmith846]

Yes you need a bigger van peeps, you will enjoy the space. 🎉

[@1stinlastout165]

You two are absolutely brilliant.thank you both

[@stevengarnham8913]

Love to see a woman drink Guinness 😊 you two have a right laugh

[@linpownall4381]

Loving the hair Helen ❤

[@turboballs007]

Banging video till the end keep the rants in there. 😂

[@martingreen5439]

Wonderful video. Wonderful people. Exposing our wonderful Northumberland heritage coast, thankyou. You are now honorary geordies!

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Martin, that really is a great honour, I love Geordies

[@davidcockayne4502]

Good video, no great video. Love you too. So entertaining. If my son and his Shafton girlfriend met you two it would be a long beery session with lots of laughs.

[@Remonyyork]

Ah, James and Helen to brighten my Thursday evening 😁 I genuinely look forward to your videos. So funny and you two spark off each other brilliantly. However, I would give you a run for your money in the grumpy/ripping the p*ss out of everything stakes. Must be a middle aged Yorkshire thing 😂

[@bythecurb]

I think it is Nikki 🤣

[@kerouacf0069]

You two are mint, keep on keeping on.

[@cass8492]

A belter this. Top couple top travels love.

[@danielclayson2859]

I'm impressed that you bought Helen a pan that matches her dress.

[@stevenhoward3358]

And you didn't have Craster kippers for breakfast! No Costa Del Sol, but Costa Livin' Crisis instead. I lived in Alnwick for a while in the eighties, it was nice to see how much it has changed.

[@andrewrobinson2565]

This video should be sponsored by the Northumbrian Tourist Board. Solid win, even with the dog counting 🐶🐕🐶🐕🐶🐕🐶🐕. +1 👍👍

[@duncancameron9734]

Love it, always funny. Yous should be on the tv

[@jon-kp2rq]

luvvin the longer vids, funniest couple on tinternet)) bar none!!

[@JohnCain-zi3ww]

Absolute classic. My Yorkshire lass said you were proper mytherin about that pub and all the dogs. But when you said you were coming back with a crap dog,and a Parker jacket, that had me on the floor laughing, I nearly gagged.❤😂❤😂

[@freddip2039]

Loved your rant 😂😂 we have many of those...we used to live in a cotswold village and the barbour jackets were in abundance and rangerovers were the car or choice. Prices in pubs were the same! No soul, too expensive, so we moved haha

[@davidcroker5925]

Great video James and Helen, had us in stitches, your not hackers but you got hacked paying £18 for to 2 drinks 😂 your sure you wasn’t at crufts 😂😂keep the great vlogs coming all the best to the both of you regards dave

[@CJM527]

Oh yes Crufts is the worse! I paid £3.80 for a bottle of fanta

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Dave