EP 4: Bleak midwinter renovations

[@slong5082]

I don't know if you realise this but you are bringing a lot of joy to your followers with these videos. I absolutely cannot wait for the next (but I also think you're very wise not to do them too frequently). Kudos for such a warm, welcoming and amusing series. Much love!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

@@slong5082 Stephen I can’t tell you how much I needed to hear this today, we are truly grateful to every single person that takes the time to watch our videos. The idea that by sharing our story it can bring joy to others is absolutely incredible. We are lucky to have you here with us, thank you!

[@ticheyne]

I absolutely love the sarcasm! The renovation is secondary to the commentary and I’m here for it! 😆🤣🤣🤣

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Sarcasm?

[@santini580]

I feel like a kid getting a favorite bed time story read to me. So happy.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

So lovely to hear it has brought you some joy

[@noneofbizorjuliejt6466]

I feel the same!

[@marthasidney2387]

Enjoyed the longer video so much! Thank you.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are so very welcome Martha!

[@kimberlyearly8918]

Me too!

[@vincentbroyer2933]

The dogs, the cats, the house, the lanscape, the music, your generous and often illarious narration, your sense of humour, the scenarios ... Every second of your videos gives me smiles, laughs, joy, emotions, inspiration, ideas, wishes, hopes ...❤ THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Vincent every aspect of your comment brings us joy! Your kindness is far more than we deserve but truly appreciated. Welcome to the mad house 😄

[@moegirl76]

@@DuncombeHouseDiaries I can hear you narrating this in my head. 😆

[@SerendipitySharon]

How kind of you to send the magazine. You are building not only a community but a wonderful reality series. Carry on! I like the longer length as well.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

@@SerendipitySharon well it may sound like a terrible cliche but we try as hard as we can to do unto others as we would have them do unto us. What a fabulous story and so great that we can give something away that will have true personal value to someone. Thank you for being part of this community Sharon, it’s jolly lovely to have you here! 😊😊

[@rredpenn2029]

We called our carriage house the "garottage." We had a building like that in back of our summer home. It was half garage and half summer cottage for guests, and the pronunciation/emphasis was always on the ROT of it all. You're welcome to borrow the term for yourself and the Duncombe House compound. As always, love Quincy, the cats, the property, the history lessons, your obvious affinity for preservation, just all of it! Special props for the dry narration, the BBC-like music and the chapter arrangement of your episodes. This is perfection production! Cheers!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much for your terribly kind feedback red pen I think garottage is a hilarious term especially for a building which is half summer cottage and half garage ha ha

[@erink4685]

Garottage 😂 This sounds like some kind of weird cottage kink 😂 Love it

[@meganInVermont]

The lamppost in the foggy garden at the end of the walk gave such Narnia vibes 😊

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Doesn’t it just! Jazzys father installed the lamp post and it just adds so much

[@vikkiirey1038]

I love love love your channel so much❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

That is fabulous to hear thank you ever so much for joining us!

[@Lisargarza]

The dog walk segment was a delight. Walking a dog off lead is nearly impossible in America where I live. True, there are dog parks, but you’re typically surrounded by dozens of other canines. The combo of delightful music and rough hewn but idyllic pastures was the perfect way to end my day. I can just imagine the toasty fire and tumbler of whiskey that awaited you at the end.

[@angelahamilton1656]

The hysterical giggle re no damp issues made me laugh out loud ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

I’m so glad Angela, it makes me cry 😂

[@angelahamilton1656]

@ love love love ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@helnbak9372]

That walk is what I would call a piece of heaven. Just perfect.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

That is so lovely to hear!

[@triciaconnell9065]

You have a Coach House, so think it's twin should be the Gate House. After all you do have a main gate. Once again, love love love!

[@jackiesaylor2487]

That's a good one. I was thinking it would be the Grooms cottage, as it's directly across from the stables/coach house.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

The gate house is an excellent suggestion!

[@barbaraholt7957]

You, my friend, are a delight. A true joy to listen to and watch! So happy I just found you. ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

And you, Barbara are also a delight!

[@melissacoelho8413]

I’m alway so excited to watch your videos. The absolute sarcasm with the best posh accent. You always bring a smile to my lips and an inappropriate laughter at the worst time. ❤❤❤

[@csharpe5787]

Definitely the British way.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are very welcome Melissa it’s fantastic to have people here that get me 😂😄

[@brigidine37]

I love your "silly little channel" and since finding it recently, look forward eagerly to your next installment. I hope you can manage to keep warm and carry on.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

That is fantastic to hear Brigidine and may I say what an interesting and lovely name you have!

[@ameliabowles-t5s]

Stunning video yet again. Watching Jazzy stroll through the countryside was like a 5 minute brain massage.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Watch out then, 3 hour brain massage is in the making!

[@BarbieHughes-h8w]

This girl from a small state in the US starts smiling the minute I hear the opening notes of your vids! Love it, love it, love it!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Well Barbie it brings joy to our hearts to here that 😄😄

[@Pudgeorama]

I truly appreciated the five minutes of lulling music and beautiful walk through your gorgeous countryside. I hope you do that again in your videos. I did find it very relaxing. Loved all the chapters, as usual. Great editing! I know it's a lot of work, but I appreciate the time you spend on that too. Looking forward to more! ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Excellent it’s absolutely fabulous to hear you enjoyed the walk!

[@DebraBryson-u6m]

I have just found your little KZbin diaries and watch them all and I adore them. The lighthearted way you narrate them,the obvious love you have for all and everything around you shines through. Can’t wait for more.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

@ well Debra we are overjoyed that you have found us, thank you ever so much for joining us here on the KZbin 😄😄

[@DebraBryson-u6m]

@ well I wasn’t expecting a reply thank you . Oh and as for a name for the Billiard house don’t ask me why it just popped into my silly head. The sticky wicket.

[@marilynoglesby691]

Well I truly feel as though I have fallen down the rabbit hole! On a dreary, cold and rainy day last week I stumbled upon your highly entertaining channel. I live in the mid-south (USA) and we’ve been forced to spend quite a bit of time indoors while experiencing the latest blast of Arctic air. It was such a fortuitous click of a button that led me here. I have thoroughly enjoyed every one of your videos…..not once, not twice, but THREE times. (Lord I think I’m in need of an intervention) I’ve just watched “Bleak midwinter renovations” again and my curious gardener’s heart jumps every time at the sight of the trough and pots outside the Coach House. Rewind, play, Rewind, play (love, love, love). Can’t wait until Jazzy dives into the reno on the greenhouse. Keep the videos coming. I so appreciate your hard work and wit.

[@lizanncrabtree]

Love your videos of Duncombe House!!!!! Your narration is my favorite. Perfect!!! The videos are simply delightful❤❤❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much, Liz. It's brilliant to hear that you are enjoying our nonsense.

[@juliecollins6610]

Love your videos ❤ such a beautiful place you reside in!

[@maryhollenbach4966]

I love your golden retriever playing scrabble

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

She’s a devil for making up words!

[@girlnorthof60]

@@DuncombeHouseDiaries 😂

[@stinki97128]

How delightful that u shared the reunion of the pool article with Grandpere. Ur 5 minutes of zen walking the dog was very much needed and appreciated. It is with sadness we’ve come to the end of this installment and look forward to our next foray into Duncombe House Diaries.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

So lovely to hear you enjoyed it the feedback has been so wonderful we are going to make a full walk video for everyone!

[@jeansylvester190]

The walk was enchanting! Thank you!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Jean you are too kind thank you ever so much!

[@madelinerivers4603]

Why isn't it possible to give a thumbs up on each chapter? Seven thumbs up!!!!! My 'humble' suggestion is "The Keeper's Cottage". Thanks for the entertainment!

[@bluegirl2902]

I love that...The Keeper's Cottage!! Oh yes!! Aren't you clever!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

O gosh Madeline you’re so very kind. I love keepers cottage too, we just need to find a game keeper! 😂

[@jennikomarovsky6826]

@@DuncombeHouseDiaries No no, let me come and live in it and you can, er, keep me there :)

[@madelinerivers4603]

@@jennikomarovsky6826 Ha! You could be the 'Keeper' of the view, the birds, the squirrels and most importantly the beauty and the fun of Duncombe House!

[@tammydownes2413]

While we are taking our stroll in chapter 5, I'd like to say how wonderful it is to be a part of your adventure. The out buildings, your home even the butlers house, is a real treat to see. It's quite lovely and you are extremely blessed to live in such a beautiful part of this crazy world. Thank you again for sharing it with us.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much as always for your lovely words Tammy. I hope you enjoyed this episode!

[@harrisp422]

I absolutely adore this channel . The narration sets it far and above all other channels of a similar ilk. The piece on the magazine was especially delightful. Addicted!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are terribly kind, Harris. It is music to our ears to hear that you are enjoying our silly little videos!

[@penelopesparrow]

I enjoyed that walk in the morning frost so much that when it was done, I looked up and out of window and wondered where all the snow had gone, only to remember that it's summer, and I'm in Australia. I drew the curtain. 🙏

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

I’m so very glad you enjoyed it, we’ve had such a lovely response to it I think we will try and make a long one for people to enjoy and relax to!

[@penelopesparrow]

@@DuncombeHouseDiaries I think that would be marvellous! Might I suggest without the music, at least for a portion? I would love to hear frosty crunch, dog snuffles and the cries of rooks (if you have them there) ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Absolutely great feedback thankyou!

[@jakkimacneill1957]

I absolutely love your elocution. It's simply fabulous

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much!

[@sunhill25]

I stumbled over this adventurous renovation history just by sheer luck, and have now been binge watching the whole series, occasionally looking out into our snowy, Norwegian garden. This is just what I need, so please keep up the good work! I am so looking forward to the next instalment!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Fabulous to hear! Thank you ever so much for finding us and joining us here on our adventure!

[@kendrajump5376]

thank you for the lovely walk, i am unable to walk that much and while I live in an area much like yours i can now enjoy the travels with out the pain.

[@jinnymay3371]

Just love that you took the time with your carpenters to put together the wood plane and get it working ☺️ I’m sure it was a fun task for them as well. It is these little things on your Reno journey that will be such fond memories in the future.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Absolutely Jinny, we could genuinely spend all day every day just playing and tinkering with all our treasures but then the renovation would likely take a decade ha ha. Thank you ever so much for your support TTFN.

[@hurnethehunter]

To see how happy your dogs and cats are, shows all how loving you and your family are..

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

We certainly have a merry band of fools!

[@sacredkingfisher6714]

Two weeks is a long time to wait for another episode of my favourite video. As well as your delicious commentary, I appreciate your artistry and vocabulary... and Quincy's happy pampered life. In a long life, I've had fifteen ( rescued ) dogs of every description, three at a time - six cavalier King Charles, two afghans, two salukis, one borzoi, two labradors, one boxer, one mastiff - and it's a joy to see such a joyful dog as Quincy - so well trained he didn't even sniff the crisps during scrabble. We can no longer have dogs as we live in a protected forest where almost extinct flightless birds and other rare species abound, and which would rapidly disappear if there were any dogs here.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Gosh you have certainly shown some amazing kindness to our four legged friends over the years. It sounds like you live in a very interesting place!!

[@heatherw.2751]

Those planters are simply gorgeous!!! Good call Jazzy!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

She couldn’t agree more Heather ha ha

[@paulbarrera2655]

The love you have for your English manor home shines through. In a world filled with so much ugliness and destruction , it fills me with great joy that you share your home with us. Thank you again; your my new favorite channel. Love from deep south Texas in the USA.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Welcome to the channel Paul and many thanks for tuning in all the way from Texas!

[@susantobias33]

Love the story of the magazine ad! What a wonderful connection!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Such a wonderful connection Susan we were delighted to hear from her!

[@cath8113]

You need to be a narrator for many many TV shows. You are hilarious. From a US viewer! Your names for things we have here are a hoot.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Well Cath thank you ever so much for your much appreciated but hardly deserved praise 😄😄

[@trinity8088]

I cannot express the utmost joy, delivered by your new video. The regularity of your videos makes me happy and ambient as much as the beauty of Straffordshire countryside. As the classic said "we are responsible for those, who we tamed".😊

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

This is a lovely message and terribly well received, thank you ever so much for joining us on our journey 😊😊

[@loufrancescrap2471]

Bonsoir quel bonheur de clôturer cette belle journée par une de vos vidéos. Votre humour, votre accent et cette douce mélodie . Quel plaisir. Merci

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are so very welcome thank you ever so much for joining us here and leaving such a lovely comment!

[@chanaselwyn9265]

I'm totally here for the commentary as well!! I like old things too.

[@AD-hs2bq]

What a beautiful property!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much!

[@sjsjsjsj-z2b]

10:49 The champagne bucket was the first vessel he could find! Oh my! Isn't this the epitome of effortless elegance? This can't help but be my favorite channel!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are far too kind thank you ever so much!

[@mgpm17]

Thank you for making these videos and sharing your process with us. ❤ Very enjoyable.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are more than welcome it’s lovely to hear that you enjoy them!

[@tatiagopian]

I am absolutely in love with your channel!!! ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Tatiana we are over the moon to hear this!

[@gail-robynbailey6965]

Your videos are so enjoyable, I smile from start to finish. Keep warm and cosy.❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Such a joy to hear Gail!

[@TheRozylass]

Marvelous visit! Thank you for the lovely virtual walk with Quincy.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

So so glad you enjoyed that section we weren’t sure how it would go down so it’s lovely to hear 😄

[@merylwilliams2268]

Love your 'silly little chanel' as you put it! Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

And thank you for joining us here Meryl!

[@corrineterry6676]

Because the other outbuilding has served so many purposes, I would call it “The Menagerie”. Beautiful home. Beautiful video.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Very good very good! In the hat it goes

[@SophieMichel-mc7ej]

with all respect, ménagerie is for animals only. Rather buanderie (apparetly the laundry was in it) if you want a French word 🙂

[@lindarichardson2015]

Took me back to the times I walked my dogs in the countryside, so peaceful and relaxing . Lovely video thoroughly enjoyed it all .

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Excellent to hear Linda thank you as always for your support!

[@trinity8088]

And (since KZbin has swallen my comment) I have to admit again that it is absolutely impossible not to send all the habitants of Duncomb House the warmest greetings and wish that those greetings make it a little bit warmer inside the Duncomb House. As well as it is absolutely impossible not to express admiration to Quince's wisdom in her truly reasonable approach on balancing her sports activities and relaxing time, flawless aesthetic taste of Jazzy, artful craftsmanship of Brad and George, impeccable sense of humour and of course mesmerizing beauty of nature❤. TTFN

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

What delightful and heart warming feedback thank you ever so much for taking the time to watch our video and for your comment 😄😄

[@mdfalco4]

lovely of you to gift that magazine x

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

How could we not! Such a lovely story and good Christmas cheer 😄

[@lisathomas4126]

Loved the dog walk through the moody mists.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Fabulous Lisa that’s excellent to hear!

[@PatTyldesley]

Absolutely love your channel. What a brilliant example of pure Englishness from the house, the accent, the wit and the music. You have such a brilliant sense of humour and I love watching the renovation. Good luck with your wonderful essentially English house in the lovely English countryside.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Pat it is so very lovely to have you here on the channel watching our videos. Thank you ever so much for your kind words 😊😊

[@LindaN718]

While I always delight in your informative and highly entertaining narration, the walk in the misty and frosty countryside was absolutely lovely! Do keep warm - hailing from the middle of the Canadian prairies, I understand cold… 😁 ❄️

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

I bet you think our -9 is frankly laughable Linda haha

[@LindaN718]

@@DuncombeHouseDiaries Well maybe just a little bit. 😉 -9 is a fairly normal winter day for us, although we can at times (like this past weekend) get down to around -30. We are hearty folk, but we are prepared for the cold - central heating, block heaters to plug into cars at night, really warm coats and boots. And as we like to say here in Saskatchewan - it’s a dry cold! 😆 Your damp cold would chill to the bone, I think! We also get lots of sun in the winter, so that helps!

[@katherinegeddie7687]

Thank you for the walk in the beautiful snowy landscape. It saves me from freezing walking in the snow that we may get Tuesday in Louisiana. We aren't acclimated to the cold. Snow at my age is nice to look at, but not to experience. Your home is only going to get more lovely the more you redo it. It has great charm ✨️.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much Katherine it’s fabulous to hear you enjoyed the walk I wasn’t sure how it would go down. I think we might make a long walk video for people to relax to, what do you think?

[@lucyjustaddscolour-adultco3135]

Thank you so much. I'm absolutely loving your Chanel 💞

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

That is fantastic to hear Lucy you are so very welcome!

[@lucyjustaddscolour-adultco3135]

@DuncombeHouseDiaries notifications are on can't wait to see more x

[@shawndaclose2579]

I gasped as I scrolled for something to watch tonight and saw a new video (I quickly checked ALL notifications, thought I had done this). Sooo, you made my Sunday night. I laugh, I cry, I interact, I enjoyed the walk... I jus' love Quincy & your wit tickles my funny bone. 🤭🤗😅 Jazzy did good on the planters, I could go on and on and, yes on. 😆 From "The heartland❤ of 🇺🇸 AMERICA (Oklahoma) Have a blessed week. TTFN 👋 👋 See ya'll later. 🐕

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much, Shawnda, yes unfortunately a lot of our subscribers are finding that their notifications seem to not be on so thank you ever so much for still finding us! It's fabulous to hear that we have brought some joy to your Sunday night all the way over there in Oklahoma, please do continue to share and interact it is truly spectacular!

[@SandyFowler-kz7bg]

Oh how I wish we here had a "Reclamation" store nearby!! Those planters are to die for, great video.Thank you for sharing with us!!! Have a great week or two ahead :😘

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much Sandy it’s lovely to have you here with us 😄

[@bonniepitts9670]

I have spent the last bit of time watching every single post on your instagram. What fun I’ve had with you! Tomorrow will be find me watching all of your KZbin videos. Thank you for sharing all of this with us. 💕

[@KathrynParker-v7y]

Chapter five, I found the dog walk and accompanying music so peacefull and relaxing, I awoke to Jazzy returning to the cottage and I missed most of the walk. Luckily I will be able to rewatch it with a coffee. There is something very comforting about observing the happiness of a dog on a walk. I blame that stellar music playing for my nod off. And not much sleep last night. Our dog is snoring beside me, thankfully ignorant that someone else is getting a walk, and she isn't.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

O Kathryn if it you felt relaxed enough to drift off then that is simply lovely. I’m going to make a much longer one that people can enjoy 😊

[@crysapril]

Love, Love, Love, all the content. TTFN from North Carolina.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much for tuning in all the way from North Carolina!

[@wendymiller2133]

you are truly blessed to be able to live in such a wonderful home. Love your stories. thanks for sharing.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

We absolutely are Wendy we are truly fortunate!

[@SarahWalker-z6w]

This is like a lovely BBC Sunday drama and you can’t wait for next week … looking forward to more 😊

[@heidiraia9902]

I have through the same thing! The animations at the chapter beginnings remind me of “All Creatures Great and Small”.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you again for watching and commenting Sarah it’s very kind of you 😊😊

[@gillclark]

Absolutely love your videos...can't wait for the next one. I always feel happy after watching what you all have been doing and so happy to have found you on "The U tube" 😂

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Well if we can bring a smile to your face then that is music to our ears!

[@CarienHaupt]

I was so excited to see a new episode this morning!! I have to say the nature walk was beautiful. I live in South Africa and it’s at the moment 39°C, so sending warm thoughts to your very cold small little countryside heaven.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

WOW that is toasty for sure Carien, thank you so much for watching 😊😊

[@JeanetteBeadsworth]

Thank you for sharing, magical xxx ❤❤❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you for watching!

[@JeanetteBeadsworth]

I will never stop watching Duncombe House Diaries. It brings such happiness and laughter to me xxx🥰🤣🤩xxx

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

So happy to hear!!

[@Wanda4849]

My ancestry came from the British Isles and the homeland calls me back. Unable to travel there, I immerse myself in podcasts like yours. I love watching what you are doing and hearing your absolutely spot on narration History with humor! Keep up the good work! Take an occasional tea and biscuit break!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you so much Wanda! I’m going to make a special extra long dog walk video so everyone can enjoy our slice of England!

[@katherinegeddie7687]

I would call that building the utility building. In the U.S. we have a utility room for our washing machine and dryer. It often houses a storage pantry and extra freezer.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Yes Katherine I think the wash room will become our utility room and house those very things!

[@KDbbasm]

Yes, love the long episodes. Enjoyed the walk in the mist. I wondered about Quincy being eye-level to the laser-level beam tool. She doesn't know, like we do, not to do a long look at the beams, I can't imagine it wouldn't be harmful to her eyes...what say you? You could call the current anonymous room the "Game Room" for three (probably lame reasons) 1. The Billiard "Game". 2. The cooler will one day likely keep your wild "Game" meat: grouse, pheasants, venison, and rabbits in the cooler. 3. The dirty laundry.....often quite "Gamey". I know, quite a poor stab at humor.....you are the Master, of the turn of a phrase providing a joyful giggle for all.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

I like the game room very much, a clever play on words and I do very much enjoy cooking local game! Yes, I was also conscious of that and kept her away from it as much as possible, but she was desperate to be part of the fun, I also think I give her less credit than she deserves and I'm sure she knows to avoid it! Thank you ever so much for joining us here on the channel for your time support and very thoughtful comments!

[@Auntie7024]

Lovely to see you again and hear your stories. So awesome about the story about the Buckingham Pools ad in the Good Houskeeping Magazine. Brilliant! I love it! I enjoyed the walk very much. It was so calming in the misty. Take care. See you next time. ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much! Lovely to hear you enjoyed the walk we will certainly do more 😄😄

[@margaretorden7568]

Great video! I enjoyed seeing the joiners get the plane working as my father, uncle and grandfather were all carpenters.

[@lynnecurran1787]

My grandfather was also a carpenter and had all those tools. Sadly, they were lost in the many moves we made over the years.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

As was my grandfather, he taught me so much and I’m always so sad that he isn’t here to see all these treasures!

[@FarmgirlFriday]

I am seconding another viewer who suggested Utility House for the second of the ‘twins’ It seems to be (mostly) a practical building so perhaps it needs a practical name. Also, thanks for the lovely episode. They are always such a joy to find in my subscription feed!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

It certainly does have some utilitarian aspects, but considering it has a billiard room, it also seems quite superfluous! It's fabulous to hear you are enjoying our videos. Make sure you turn on the notifications with the little bell symbol to make sure you don't miss a thing!

[@pinkpyjamas-ey6rw]

"in the coach house pantry"..... as ye do! Fantastic stuff, love your vids. Thank you. xx

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Lovely to hear thank you ever so much!

[@lenethharris-johnson8238]

Aw! two weeks till the next vid. I was just loving being a virtual dog owner and during the walk having delicious day dreams cantering my horse across your perfect picturesque wood land and field. You are so blessed. Thank you for sharing your journey. Looking forward to the next splendidly crafted episode. Ttfn.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are so so welcome it’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the video thank you ever so much for your support!

[@jeanetterochnowskis142]

The most lighthearted and delightful channel on youtube. Love the music and your most enchanting narration. I enthuisiastically look forward to your next video. ❤️❤️

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much, Jeanette that is very kind of you to say thank you ever so much for supporting our work!

[@marycook1657]

Thank you for the lovely icy walk. So calming and cooling as I hunker down during a 40° Celsius day. At least my humidity is only about 20%, not like the east coast of Australia. Hope the humidity in your walls is decreasing.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you Mary it’s fabulous to hear you enjoyed the walk! So lovely to have you tuning in all the way from WA

[@jillfoster6369]

Just brilliant. All was perfect. I am amazed at the wonderful “ stuff” which hasn’t been left behind. The pool story is something else. 👏👏

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you so much Jill it certainly wasn’t perfect but your praise is very warmly received!

[@melaniesunshine1951]

One thing I will never understand about the English countryside is how you know where the walking paths are and how to get back to where you started. You're so blessed to live in such a lovely place. If I could redo my life, I'd move to the Cotswolds and seldom leave. Thank you for that stunningly beautiful 5 minute walk. I'm going to watch that part again before bed.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Fantastic Melanie we are going to work a specific longer walk video for everyone to enjoy! We know all the paths round our house like the back of our hands luckily plus footpaths are shown on all our maps 😄

[@sarajones6555]

Your channel entered my life exactly when I needed reminding that the opportunity to renovate and ward a historical home is a pleasure and a gift. It's an adventure and should be treated like one! We will be embarking on our own renovation adventure this year, and to hear, witness and share the true joy of the process is inspiring. So many people soon start to resent the process, fall into negativity, and lose the sense of awe and joy. Thanks, and also, loved the walk! Hope to follow along on a spring walk soon!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Renovating an old home can seem like a thankless task but you have to have passion and enjoy the journey and if you do it becomes a gift! Thank you so much for joining us here, the best of luck with your project I can’t wait to hear more about it as it progresses. TTFN 😊😊

[@sedland54]

I came across your channel last week at first I said wat a load of cobblers now I even enjoyed your quiet walk no talking it wasn’t convenient but it was fab I not ready for a new episode it’s all so wholesome thanks ever so much

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Haha Suzie it absolutely is a load of cobblers! Thank you so much for your comment it brought a big ole grin to my face!

[@Mej_Javiky]

Brilliant! Cant wait for the next video.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Very kind of you to say, I will get to it straight away, ha ha

[@jandrury125]

Loved the walk, almost meditative. I'm now donning my wellies to do the same. Thank you ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Lovely to hear I hope you had a relaxing walk!

[@kellybuchan3386]

Sitting here in a Queensland Australia summer with the aircon pumping, dreaming of seeing snow and walking thru the beautiful land. Congrats on your channel and the commentary is my favourite part.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

We were in Noosa in 2023 Kelly was an incredible place to live! Thank you so much for supporting our project 😊😊

[@amoses9493]

We just got 4 inches of snow here in Houston, Texas. Lots of our younglings had never seen snow in their lives.

[@susannebaumotte8680]

Your vlog is superb. I love listening to your explanations. The misty fields during the dog walk reminded me of pride and prejudice. Lizzy( Keira Knightley) and Darcy(Matthew Macfadyen) finally finding each other on the fields in early morning hour. Thank you for taking us with you along your journey.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Susanne thank you ever so much, I think I personally favour the one and only Colin Firth in the 1995 series!

[@missanon.2464]

Goodness me..! How delightful this video is. I am actually undone... X

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much, best of luck doing yourself back up again! X

[@missanon.2464]

❤​@@DuncombeHouseDiaries

[@susiestephenson7214]

Your videos are like a warm hug. Very calming!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Fabulous to hear Susie!

[@wendymispagel7667]

So enjoyable. Eagerly awaiting the "time machine" video.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Fear not Wendy we will get there in eventually 😄

[@kayerin5749]

I so enjoy your bi weekly diaries here on YT. I'm surprised that, with all you've to do, you can squeeze us in that much! We also (S.E. Wisconsin, USA) are experiencing record cold, and I'm so thankful I don't have to be out in it! As for that outbuilding name, I'm sure it was a servants home originally, but then as servants dwindled it became a store house for various things that madam didn't want in the main house, like the billiard table! They do take up an inordinate amount of space! TTFN!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much and you are absolutely correct. I am somewhat of a perfectionist and I'm quite dedicated to making sure these videos earn all of our subscribers trust and time so they do take quite a long time ha ha

[@paulinefreeman9492]

What a lovely magazine story, thankyou for the walk round outside i enjoyed that and also seeing the out buildings, your Babes are adorable xx

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You’re more than welcome Pauline thank you for supporting our channel!

[@Anna.Mason151]

What a stunning place you live in how beautiful and that lovely walk, thank you for sharing it:)

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

You are most welcome Anna, it’s a pleasure to have you here 😊

[@colbymoore3996]

I absolutely love your videos, thanks for taking the time to share.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and to comment Colby it’s very much appreciated

[@karenrinkiewicz3820]

What a wonderful video, thank you for sharing

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you for watching and commenting Karen!

[@helenab7390]

I couldn't click fast enough..wonderful. Thankyou ❤

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much Helen!

[@tammygriffin6216]

So lovely…! A delight to watch.. from USA

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much Tammy that’s lovely to hear!

[@marshawargo7238]

Chapter two should have been called "In or out, which does Quincy prefer" 😂! It appears that she might catch on to the work part, if it involves fetching wood for the log burner😮! The cats however seem to like just sitting by the fire as someone else feeds the flame😊! Thanks for the walk in the woods and fields😊! Beautiful Scenery❤!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Gosh if I could train Quincy to fetch fire wood it would be absolutely incredible!!

[@tinaa2437]

Another great video and wonderful screen time with your dog. Thank you

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

So glad you enjoyed it Tina 😄

[@KateDStephens]

Sending lots of January love to you all!

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Thank you ever so much Kate!

[@andyhyde6222]

My dear old things. Such a treat watching your video over luncheon. It was particularly heart warming to have shared the story of the Buckingham swimming pool and to identify the stooge in advert. However, we were much alarmed to see that non other than Vladimir Lenin was posing in the designer's chair!

[@JamiePeterson-g6d]

I adore your narrating. I too have two Goldens, two black kitties and an appreciation of everything vintage. I'm so glad I found your videos. This morning it was -12* F here in Kansas. A good day to putter around the house.

[@DuncombeHouseDiaries]

Crikey you have certainly found the right channel then Jamie ha ha! Thank you aver so much for watching and commenting 😊