Excavating Secret Tunnels Hidden under the Chateau- Chateau Life 🏰 EP 248

It's the big day when we excavate the entrance to the hidden tunnels under the Chateau with ‪@ThePethericks‬ but we come across a nasty surprise
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[@elisabethhopson5639]

I can't help thinking that there must be an entrance inside one of the rooms. What would be the point of tunnels if you have to go outside to enter them when anyone can watch you?? I think they must be hidden behind some panelling or false wall. Many years ago, I used to work at Beaulieu Palace house in the New Forest. There is a secret door in the dining room, down to the old kitchens underground. I think yours could be behind a really thick wall, or unexplained thickness near a chimney breast. If you have any plans of the chateau, it might give you an idea of where to start looking. You could knock on a few walls for a hollow sound.

[@danielciocilteu3545]

Clearly you have not watched the other tunnel episodes, so here is a quick rundown. He could never find the chateau plans so he can only do it with active exploration. There was an ancient spiral staircase under the extension on the left side of the building, but it was filled in when they built the extension after the war. That spiral staircase would have come up in the old section of the chateau that is now missing (where the terrace is on the left). There are probably other access ways, but he has not found them yet.

[@pworthyart]

I love how all you Château owners stick together and help each other! So excited about the tunnels!

[@ashlynntaylor6045]

You could drill a hole in the block walls in the basement that seem to be blocking a passage way, and investigate with the bore scope. It might give you some indication of the condition and scope of the works.

[@ChateauLife]

No sadly they aren’t in the basement they are elsewhere on the grounds or that’s the first thing we would have tried. We don’t have any basements

[@loraoflahrity130]

I thought the same thing, you have to know that there is a reason it was sealed off. Easier access then tearing up your garden. I thought I saw the faint outline of the mason blocks!?

[@hazza106]

Untill water pours in :)

[@35manning]

@@loraoflahrity130 the question should be, did they have a reason, but rather WHAT was the reason. Quite often, it's a simple reason of liability. "IF someone enters the tunnel and IF there is an accident, we will be blamed, so brick it up then it's not our fault. "

[@veronicamensch3160]

I hope you can get into the tunnels. As you have said in a previous vlog, part of the building has major cracks that are an indication of subsidence of the corner of the chateau. If you can reach that area under the house via tunnels, hopefully you will find the answers you need. Phil please be careful, water moves fast.

[@aileenhaggarty681]

Hi, new subscriber here sent over from Billy. Looking forward to getting to know your channel. 👍Aileen

[@pattysands564]

Love how you and Billy help each other all the time. Crack on

[@Sushi2735]

Be careful, asking for trouble! 😬😬😬😬😬😬😬

[@billgreen1861]

Phil, you should always cover a hole with a tarp if you can't finish excavating the same day. The other thing I wanted to say is, maybe there's a reason why the tunnels were covered. Perhaps there was a leak from the mote into those tunnels and now maybe you have exposed the water leak, that's something to consider. Why would they have covered it if there was nothing wrong ?

[@kailand3056]

Phil, for your own safety you should shore up the sides of the trench to prevent a cave in - I’m not an expert but there is plenty of internet information on different methods to do this.

[@barbaraflood6787]

Just subscribed I found you through the Pethericks video can’t wait to see what you find !

[@georgiaobree]

Hellloooooo Phil, Billy Petherick sent me so I am looking forward to checking out your KZbin channel and watching your videos. xxg BRISBANE AUSTRALIA

[@vivien408]

Hi just subscribed to your channel here from billy 's channel happy Christmas to all & happy new year!

[@SpaceFlye]

Water. Always an issue.

[@stevesgilbert]

I am here because of Billy and his mate.

[@apoco_lips9957]

Very exciting, you are so close!

[@winby7]

You may hve hit a storm drain that goes to the moat. You or a previous digger. I bought an old farm, had a new well dug, and the digger cut through the old tile drain. Didnt know until it rained and a 51 acre field emptied into my basement

[@vsee2207]

OMG!

[@Holmie_Bytes]

Glad to join your channel - nice content

[@R.Craig.Collins]

Just happened to catch the premier... have been waiting to see what is under the Chateau

[@cornishcoves9399]

subscribed because Billy asked; because he & his family very special. I look forward to learning about you and your Chateau project Phil; happy christmas.🌲🌲🌲

[@grammasgardenofideas5081]

and we are all with bily because of his brothr michaels rlationship with stephanie jarvis. long reign the queen.... and oh ya phil great episode.

[@monicariske]

You won't be disappointed!!! They truly have some amazing videos of the work they have done. Phil and Angelina have made this chateau a wonderful home!! Go back to video #1 and try not to binge🥰

[@elf5012]

Wishing you the best of luck with your exploration. You Chateau owners are the best team ever. Many thanks for your excellent videos.

[@sandyangel4243]

Makes more sence to remove that cinderblock wall in the basement

[@ChateauLife]

That’s not in a basement or we would

[@sherrylelee8274]

The block wall is down in the tunnels further down the property where the French Resistance stored ammunitions during World War 2

[@chrismc1975]

Hi Phil, Billy from The Pethericks sent me over, after seeing his vlog. Looking forward to see how you go, be safe, but how exciting and mysterious! Watching from Melbourne Australia.

[@CanadianHeather]

Billy sent me here! 😊

[@christinemulka3614]

Saw you on the Pethericks.

[@jeancarver6599]

I know this is very difficult to explore the tunnels, but you will always wonder if you don't explore them as much as safely possible! Praying for you and your safety!!!

[@s.b.7924]

I miss the regular longer content but understand why it is this way. How much would it be to get a Ground penetrating Radar survey done since it looks like they head out under the parking area?

[@turawolfe2841]

What a mystery!!! WOW!!!

[@JaxonsDd007]

Hope to see your subscribers grow like crazy this coming year.. Happy Holidays

[@sherryrector2275]

Good luck. I just watched Billy’s channel and I will be watching yours as well. This should be awesome.

[@lesleykent6975]

New subscriber, great video, mery Christmas to you 🌲🎄🌲

[@williamfrantz2663]

use a remote control car mount a go pro camera, also put a rope on it if it gets stuck you can pull it back out

[@donnalewis4895]

I am looking forward to seeing the inside of the new "basement" hugs

[@cathyagain5841]

Oh yes please 😊. A lovely new basement area.

[@annaibarra3447]

Please be so careful! I know this is such a find! Got excited when you first revealed it! But please, please be ever so careful as you go on with this dig. 🙏🏽

[@gemmacgregor]

Your killing me with suspense!!!!!

[@gingerschatshow]

Hi Phillip- love your Chateau and the grounds set up. Beautiful- Would suggest when digging your tunnel -you might want to set up safety blocks so you don't have accidental cave ins. That is what I would worry about though. Years ago had a neighbor finding an abandoned cave near their house . of course they blocked it off so the kids don't go down there.

[@sarahburton3110]

Really looking forward to seeing what you discover Phil!! Watched you on Billy’s channel earlier!! Hope everything goes smoothly for you both over the festive season ❤

[@scoobysnacks]

What would you do if you saw a face on that camera?

[@vickyconerty8822]

Sent from Billy’s channel. I’m looking forward to seeing more!

[@gregbolitho9775]

Nice river intro loved it frozen, just better, warmer in summer. Nice 1, doin well. Keep up the good work m8

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Very interesting! If you can get in, it would make a wonderful wine cellar like the one at Gorce!

[@CynthiaBerry713]

Been watching a lot of you guys since the early Chateau DIY series started, the tunnel project is so exciting! Pets for Lightning!

[@helgamcmullen9362]

I would break down the cinder block inside before I started digging but then that's me

[@jwcinc12]

re-subscribed due to Billy's reminding me about you

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

I know you’re excited and anxious to get in there, but please talk to someone who knows about the structural aspects of what you’re doing. Maybe cover the area where you’re working with a tarp to keep the rain from pouring into the hole. Be safe!

[@emorel48]

I have missed seeing you guys on you tube. It is exciting to think there are tunnels under the Chateau!

[@staciamartin923]

With a Good rest the answer will come. My best friend when ever she got stumped on a project would stop and when she went to bed to sleep she always got the answer In a dream.

[@cheryltomasek4264]

Can't wait to see what is in the tunnels!!!!

[@MrMattDat]

Very exciting! Can't wait to see your next video!

[@ruthdoyle9085]

Need to dig a sump and keep it pumped out 24/7...

[@denisekoltys3019]

Oh my - I was holding my breath the whole time. Haven’t been this excited since you first started talking about the Duck and Swan House lol.

[@margaretkeay97]

I was holding my breath too!

[@GoldenLady9779]

Very cool, Phil. Be safe. ❤

[@jackww839]

Sent here from Billy. Good luck👍

[@trialpod1]

In your other video the photo by the septic workers, we can see clearly its full of water. Also the pond by the foundations is probably an indicator of what to expect there. Hopefully they are not actually connected.

[@vrijevoeten]

Red bricks, very Tartarian!

[@kimhaughton3771]

Can't wait to see what you find!!! Exciting!! ❤️

[@torontomapleleafer]

Is there any way you can use ground penetrating radar to map and scope out the tunnels in and around the chateau? Might help give you a bit more understanding on what you're dealing with here, and it also might show you easier ways of accessing the tunnels.

[@margaretnicomede2390]

If Billy recommends you, here I go.

[@gwendolyneglinton1704]

Hi, could you put a tent over the working area, much like archeologists do in their diggings?

[@kathleenkostiuk-huguenin2197]

A person would be best to wait until warmer weather then if there is a problem less hassle to fix. Spend Winter looking for more books on the Chateau History. BRRRR!

[@stephaniesharkey3538]

Problem is , your house is surrounded( inclosed ?) in water! The moat!

[@DJ-xx4uz]

I would have knocked through the entry that was bricked up where your storage tunnel is.

[@adam.677]

Exactly 😂 absolutely baffling why he hasn't

[@julieknowles7063]

It'll be interesting to see what is revealed when you get in there. Take care.

[@raynonabohrer5624]

I can't wait to find out what's in the tunnels. And I wish you luck. Please be careful. When you go down I think I would bring a big pump or vacuum. Merry Christmas to you and your wife.

[@52memor]

Just subscribed .. There must be an entrance inside the Chateau. Bricked up and plastered over. it would be much easier than digging outside in the cold and rain.

[@terrytully7332]

It looks so cold

[@johnwilson1163]

Well Phil you've made some progress. I remember you saying about the building sinking and I'm thinking that what you saw that didn't look too good is related to that and hope it's not really bad.

[@ivysavage5569]

Best of luck with the digging Phil and take care ❤

[@0210rokvist]

Uhhh, exiting

[@MAShurts1]

Quite an adventure!! Billy sent me over to your channel. Can't wait to see what you find.

[@dphillips1258]

Make sure to shore up the walls and ensure every 4 ft you go down you need to have a 2ft step back to ensure it does not collapse. this is especially true with as much ground water you have. I would Elongate your trench and make a small ramp for the excavator so that it is also not putting pressure on the back of the dig area and ensures a safe area for the digger too.

[@jackienatale5205]

I’m thinking there’s a good reason it’s closed up but that’s just me 😬. Be safe!

[@mayzellprice9946]

Love your shadow❤

[@margaretkeay97]

Hi from Aus. 🌏 Sooo exciting to think you are so close now to getting in there. Sending you warm vibes as it's meltingly hot down under in Aus. Of nothing else, if you keep digging you just might get to Aus and can come and have a cuppa with me here in the sunshine! 😂☀️ You would be very welcome! Good luck with it all. 😘

[@hennagspmaria7722]

I wonder if they always just filled with water in the past so they filled them in ?

[@dotell8925]

Interesting dig. Be careful.

[@jantaylor8526]

Such an exciting adventure, good luck, and have a safe and happy Christmas and New year

[@debbiecagliarini4421]

wondering if you have thought about getting an engineer in before digging away at the foundations of the chateau

[@c8lynwilson]

Yikes!

[@pamkullman8839]

I just watched it on the Petherick’s, can’t wait to see it from your perspective! Good team..

[@dianalewis8548]

I think you should forget about the tunnels for now. You have alot of indoor things to do. What about the roof leaks? And redoing shutters?? Edd just did his shutters and they look awesome. Watch his vlog. Stay safe and happy holidays.

[@princessdi6021]

I keep wondering, can't you go through the blocked off wall on the other part of the property to get into the tunnels that way? Would that be easier than digging where you're at or is that caved in behind where they blocked it off?

[@stephjezo6470]

So what are you concerned about that you saw on the scope previously? If you suspect water then that may not be as bad as you suspect. Hopefully your concerns are not validated!

[@kirkshrum6222]

Cool vlog today Phil, you will get in there I’m sure of it! Can not wait to see it! Who knows you could find treasure or bodies. Cheers Kirk

[@trampertravels]

It would not surprise me if that tunnel is found to act as a drain when you finally get down to the bottom. Secondly, if there is a large void beyond the arch, then you need to find out what your ground floor is resting on and whether or not those beams are rotten.

[@hayatwy]

Goodness this is exciting , the suspense is building !!

[@larrymullins3853]

Just found the channel. You got a new sub ! It reminds me of my youth , working in a stately home in kildare Ireland. It too had tunnels running underneath it to the basement from a servants village and stables . We use to bring heating and plumbing supplies and tools in that way .I can't remember the length, but it was a good 5 minute walk and it had sky lights that let light in from above. It was the same tunnel that burglars used to rob alot of expensive art .

[@lieuwina]

How exciting. Hope you can find your way in, but please be careful.

[@LCNWA]

Phil, is there a way to find out info from French resistence from WWII regarding your Chateau? Stay safe but uncovering history is exciting! Crack On!

[@gertsgarden]

Hope Billy didn't have the urge to open a sink trap whilst he was on his adventure with you! This is so interesting to watch, thanks for sharing it with us.

[@jenateer2518]

You guys be careful

[@sandraweiler5971]

So exciting… I can’t wait for more🌸

[@margielynch7196]

I am thinking you are playing Russian roulette. The tunnels were probably closed because of the water table and the damage to the foundation . Good luck and have a cement truck on standby.

[@bejohny81]

“Today is the day I get into the tunnels!” …….But not really

[@ChateauLife]

Yes it was disappointing for me but tomorrow is another day with another tool to get the job done!

[@SabretoothBarnacle]

New sub here :) To solve the water issue dig a sump a couple of feet deep near to the digger end of the trench. Then run your pump in the sump hole👍🏻

[@Jane-3229]

Oh Phil what a job! Good luck x

[@tanja.y.33]

EP 247 missing? Love and Respect from Norway

[@debimacinnis5548]

This is so exciting Phil, I can't wait till the next vlog

[@sailingwhitsundays5672]

I love the way you all help each other out & if something goes wrong you just push through it, wishing you good luck with the dig.

[@suechapman8580]

Exciting times. Looking forward to the coming days and weeks. Take care.

[@Victoria14357]

I've been so excited, I'm glad it's the beginning of the search!