How I Inherited a 50 Room Cotswold MANOR! featured in Poldark & Rivals

[@twistoffat]

What a location for a UCI Cyclocross event 😎

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

That would be epic

[@theycallmebernd]

Or a base for guided road-bike tours - "meet Hank from GCN"

[@typhoon3s943]

😂

[@MarcusWellstead]

That’s a good idea!

[@cycloboyriley]

@twistoffat I’ve raced a CX race there! Used to do Love Cross there! Really cool and with a sandpit

[@sidneyrogers5970]

Gotta get a oil painting done, Hank. I suggest in bibs.

[@doctorscoot]

Holding a bike on one side with a camera on a tripod flanking on the other!

[@King_Harrold]

I watched a documentary by a chap called Guy Ritchie. It discussed the challenges owners of such estates face. There was a brilliant solution. Theres some botsnists who will grow a medicinal herb underground and pay you rent. Its even subterranean so no neighbour complaints 😉 What an exciting adventure awaits you as the next generation. All the best.

[@jaymendes]

haha. Very profitable too

[@Mindnbodyexp]

Your aunt is the star of the channel she’s fantastic.

[@Biker322]

The new Clarksons farm. Excellent.

[@peerin227]

Pit-stop before clarkson farm 4

[@jasongreen6886]

Gran Fondo Cotswolds - 100% would fly across the pond for that.

[@FixedundFertig]

Not only You ! 😉 Ok.. I would need a new Passport for that. But that's no problem

[@littletel100]

Just love that picture of you with your Grandad, I;m sure you will make him proud!

[@Miyz..]

A weekend long cycling/bike packing festival based around camping with lots of group rides around the Cotswolds. Turn it into a mini festival with camping on the grounds. Most could bring their own tents but you could provide nicer accomodation to those that want to pay more. Anyone else keen?

[@MrOvershoot]

It's nearly 26 years since we had our wedding reception at Chavenage, your aunt Caroline was such a gracious host.

[@kevinblankenburg4816]

As I worked as a PM on turning containers into shops (mostly bakeries) I have a tipp for you. If you want to build more of those you should look into office containers. You get them used and they were build to accommodate people, not cheap Chinese goods. It is cheaper to turn a hybrid bike into a race bike than starting with a BMX.

[@jayb1108]

As great as a storyteller as ever … let it be bikes or buildings. What a privilege for you and for us that you tell the story and let us take part in it. Thank you!

[@pacovoegelin3336]

It's not often that I hit the "Subscribe" - button that fast... I'll be looking forward to see more of The Manor!

[@stihldavebergen3469]

A cycling vacation destination, rooms to rent with cycling tours and events going out.

[@christophborowski725]

Accommodation for cyclists with bike shop, repair facilities, restaurant, café, sporting + cultural events and bike tours in the area. My family and I would spend our vacation there.

[@Enjoycycling-Can]

Love the way you are presenting your videos. The enthusiasm you two are showing for the challenges ahead is inspiring. Looking forward to watching the journey. All the best!

See myself with the perfect coffee and my bike in the cabin and enjoy this wonderful place. This manor is really special, so much interesting history.

[@stew2742]

It's not a sprint but a marathon...very much looking forward to watching this growth of the family Manor Hank.

[@nathanmay3554]

Wild! I’ve done a few rides round there and stopped for coffees at the cafe! Had no idea it was James’ place!

[@mitch_smith]

That smile on Aunt Caroline' face tells the tale. She loves old Hank for sure! Also need a dogs of the estate run down!

[@akcalder92]

We live in the USA. We look forward to this being a destination!

[@alexshaw3910]

I was watching Rivals and said, “That’s Poldark’s house!”. My wife corrected me and said, “No, that’s Hank’s house!” She doesn’t even watch GCN, but turns out she remembered that episode with your dad (when he joined you on an e-bike). Good luck to you both! Will be sure to check it out for myself one day. 👍

[@LovetheIPAs]

What a meeting of the centuries, a 16th century manor on a 21st century KZbin channel. Best of luck Emma and James!

[@deborahdufel1664]

Thank you for taking this on and sharing your life and your heritage.

[@LewisArnold-bs9cz]

Currently laid in hospital watching these I think this is going to be a very good series I hope I get to watch all of them.

[@caribbeancanuck872]

Hope you get well soon! Speedy recovery!

[@petegrundy8508]

Stumbled across this. It’s so different to see you not doing all the crazy stuff on GCN! Really enjoying it so far and looking forward to new episodes. Lots on your background Hank, but what about Emma’s? Would be great to see the full picture in the next episode 😀

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

There's plenty more to come!

[@bayricker]

Great you are keeping the manor within the family as a going concern. Look forward to a visit someday.

[@williammurray1620]

Oh heck yeah, I would stay at your cabin for a bit! Great idea Hank. Looking forward to bunches of your updates.

[@davidjackson6510]

What a great intro to Chavenage and your forthcoming challenges. I grew up in the countryside but sadly never got into farming which my great grandparents on mom's side did, but follow farming videos which probably brought me to your channel? Great part of the world and I wish you every success in forthcoming marriage and adventures beyond

[@Paul-q3q6u]

We all need an aunt like that. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@nicdoye]

Good luck to you both! British history and maintaining these properties is important, but seems to be a hard task! So I’m grateful for you taking on the task. But at the same time, enjoy starting out in married life, too.

[@kylaodonnell5016]

Beautiful home! Congrats on your up and coming wedding you make a great team. Your dog is just amazing 👍😎

[@paulpearce9750]

Brilliant Hank just brilliant can’t wait to see the progression 👌

[@craig.a.murphy]

I find this very intriguing and (vicariously) excited for you. As a physical therapist (for my profession), I have a small family farm in Iowa that has been in our family since 1847 (not nearly as long as your manor… nor nearly as large… but…). Find it very cool you’re jumping in… something I have not been brave enough to do! 😂. Long-story-short… I am finding your journey inspiring and look forward to watching the process!

[@Cycling_Crazed_Fool]

Loved this, so much negativity online it’s nice to see something so positive. Good luck with the build and hope to visit one day for a coffee. 🚲 ☕️

[@jasontate1135]

Fantastic. I thought this was a joke at the start. What an amazing thing, and a great first look at the project. Best of luck!

[@markgueren9633]

wow! this is great!! thanks for opening your lives for us to watch...

[@jayb.6685]

As a cyclist and former accountant, this channel really interests me, especially the business side of the journey.

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Thats so good to hear, it is going to be one epic adventure and we cant wait to share more!

[@lux-wattage]

This aligns precisely with my mental image of England. I know you from GCN, Hank, and I'm excited to follow you and your (soon-to-be) wife on your journey.

[@nprovenzo]

Awesome news-so happy for you and your fiancée! As a fan and regular GCN viewer, as well as a U.S. lawyer, I’d love to hear more about James's dad’s role in the mix and how his grandfather used a generation-skipping strategy to pass down the estate (if you're open to sharing). Whenever I come across a channel like this, I always think about the logistics you share and wonder about the behind-the-scenes nuts and bolts that really make it all happen.

[@rykie5]

So cool..... this should be a good watch the coming months/years

[@philridley7457]

Love your no holds barred attitude to cycling, very interested to se what your doing now

[@TheBigCK510]

James and Emma, I root for you in the daunting tasks ahead. The cafe looks lovely! The property is immense yet not neglected - certainly a skilled capital maintenance plan with well-paced funding will address the deferred maintenance issues. I very much look forward to any future progress you share with your YT viewers.Cheers!

[@killering5]

Hank (are you still going by Hank?) - You have long been my favorite presenter on GCN, and I'm looking forward to watching you and Emma do what you're going to do here!

[@nomadcarpenter8549]

I have to be honest. There is a part of me that is jealous of how privileged you are to be given such an opportunity, but that's a reflection of my life rather than on you. So i wish you both the best of luck in your endeavours.

[@DaingerMouse2]

Well done Hank. Fantastic doing this. Very best of luck with it all.

[@ldabc4917]

Will have to add that cafe to my cycle stop next time im in the area 😊

[@01FozzyS]

Great story of your compound,Hank. Really looking forward to the outcome in years to come!

[@theunfinishedarticle]

Congratulations and best of luck with the wedding. Many, many happy years to come! I’m sure you could put in a cycling-related business - a la Mallorca - provide touring & accommodation for cyclists and their partners. Cycle Tours in the Cotswolds Between the amazing period estate, the cafe, the beautiful scenery of the Cotswolds, and your experience as an experienced professional cyclist - with the right website and marketing - it should go like gang busters

[@alinapopescu872]

Warm greetings to Hank's Dad! ❤️ Best of luck to you, James lad!

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Thank you! Will do!

[@tomwalsh6774]

My fave KZbin content is cycling and house renovations….you’ve hit the jackpot here Hank! Looking forward to this series!

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Yesss Tom

[@oneilwolfe407]

Incredible Hank, wishing you the greatest success with this amazing project. Definitely need to visit your Cafe on my Orbea Gain from GCN. Thank you for sharing. All the very best on your wedding ❤.

[@johnlieto8906]

When I ever get to England I am so coming here!

[@kevinnorris4799]

Good luck too you both ,I enjoyed your content on the GCN show. I know you will give 100%

[@cb6866]

Thank you JLW and Emma . Good luck ! Be well .

[@anthonymiller6234]

I remember doing a Colnago owners day event here several years ago, fabulous house.

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Was a great event hope I can so something like that again soon!

[@ArgylleOban3726]

Just finished one of your old GCN cycling indoor workouts and this popped up! This will be amazing to watch, and Emma seems like a natural on camera already. Best of luck in this adventure!

[@anthonyparsells]

Congratulations on the new adventure! I am excited for you both for what's to come.

[@Flux2734]

That looks so awesome :D really looking forward to seeing the progress.. So happy for you, Hank.. If i ever come to the UK again, i would love to visit the place :)

[@BrianStudebaker]

The pic of Hank and his Grandfather is just amazing. Cheers mate.

[@christinasimon6149]

Lovely estate, love the cabin as well, best of luck for all Your projects

[@steverhysjenks]

If your willing to share. Lovely that you touched on your initial family history. Love to hear more about your grandfather / father / you dynamics. What elements your dad gets involved vs you etc

[@nalissa77]

Congratulations on the upcoming nuptials! What a grand house. Wishing you both a successful venture!

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Thank you so much!

[@davidhoppes118]

This is great to see Hank branching out. I can’t wait for future video’s. My wife is 2nd generation US citizen. Her dad literally came on a boat from Ireland or Scotland. She is eager to go visit and I would love to go as well. Would love to visit Cotswold. I know it’s not near. Definitely need a Gran Fondo just like George Hincapie puts on at his hotel in Greenville, SC, US.

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

You should definitely visit!

[@spence12334]

Excellent and exciting news. Best wishes for making this a massive success

[@Simon-qw7wz]

I live in Nailsworth and have attended various events over the years, Shakespeare plays were magical in the summer on the lawn. Will pop up and have a coffee and subscribed to see your updates.

[@F350powerstroke]

You've just given me one more reason to visit England. Best wishes in your adventures together.

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Yessss

[@alanhill7965]

This really should be on tv I wouldn’t be surprised if you get snapped up and put on regular tv it’s so good !

[@simonmorriss9511]

This looks amazing and I can see a lot of what you are going to do similar to Clarkson's Farm. Exposing the real world and experience of running such a place. I would love to see you with all the living family one the farm and showinf what each and every one does. I'm sure this is a really family business. Good luck.

[@WaechterDerNacht]

Just remembered a GCN video where Si (i think) did some sort of challenge / ride and picked you up. Already then thought: "that looks like a café" - now it makes sense 😅

[@Joseph-c4c]

Nice clip. look forward to following your adventures as the years go by. Well done on picking KZbin to show it. Wishing you all continued success

[@Seppster58]

What a wonderful journey you have embarked on. Good luck. Love the history.

[@jralicea6299]

Absolutely wonderful segment, breath taking view and your aunt is amazing! Please be so kind to share a link for renting the cabin. What I would t give to rent it, ride gravel, relax, etc! Continued success with all that’s yet to be done! Epic ride / journey it will be!

[@TheGinger1]

This is a lovely story. I wish you both the best of luck with this journey. P.s. there's lots of room for a Cyclocross course 😜

[@antonyjowett5321]

Great video, really looking forward to seeing your journey to renovate the stunning building. All the best for your forthcoming wedding.

[@Kieran0]

Dude, we going to need more stories/content from Caroline, she seems great.

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

I totally agree!

[@DaveAtkinson]

Didn't realise the barn was open. Time for a Tetbury run then 🙂Not this weekend tho, looks savage...

[@neiltitterington6659]

More Winter footage please! Definitely the star of the show 😉🐶

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

I have no doubt she will be making a regular appearance

[@davidadamus177]

Very cool, hope you have a proper place to store all your bikes!

[@jbuffaloman311]

Build a brewery onsite!

[@francismulhern9314]

Good luck guys. Will follow with interest as you are such a great guy Hank

[@dianahellman9254]

Thought I recognized that little cabin as the place where Conor stayed! And the cafe has shown up in several GCN videos. Tons of work for you two - so far things look like they're going well.

[@sekc-chua]

Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! It'll be sad to see leave GCN and I hope you will be regular guest back there. Looking forward to the your manor updates. Subscribed, Liked, and commented!

[@realDougSheppard]

First off, more Emma and maybe less Hank!?!? 😁 From this Yank, The Cotswolds are probably my favorite part of England. Can't wait to visit.

[@HobbyHoarder]

I'm thrilled to see you succeed, but I also hope you'll stay a part of GCN 🤞

[@n22pdf]

Brilliant guys.. Your both so natural in front of the camera, sending you all the best wishes for your wedding 😊 I miss Hank on GCN but will certainly be following this new venture 😊 Pete 🚴🏻🚴🏻👍

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

Haha Ill still be on GCN, just not as much as before! thanks so much for the support though and thanks so for the sub!

[@n22pdf]

@@LifeAtTheManor_1that’s great news Hank thanks for the reply 😊Pete 👍😊🚴🚴

[@user-dm84]

I'm definitely going to cycle over for a coffee and cake at the Barn at the next opportunity!

[@RonaldJacobs-e2i]

I'm just now reading that there may be a ghost on the property, Nathaniel Stephens I believe? So much fun! Best of luck to you!

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

There is indeed Ronald

[@georgieknight480]

What an amazing story good luck making it work guys! We’ll come and visit the cafe 👍

[@Astraeus73]

Good skills James and Emma. I'm a GCN fan and I've just subscribed to this series here. My in laws live quite close by and I've just sent them the details of the cafe. I really wish you all the best with the venture and i hope it works out really well. If you keep your relaxed approach to the project I'm sure you'll manage to surf when you hit the inevitable choppy waters.

[@davidmain3314]

Some new and interesting content, Nice. I'm looking forward to see how you get on and a real inside view to The Manor Born :-)

[@robertkeyte8144]

Love watching this , it is so a breath of fresh air, love it ❤

[@marshallsonmotorsltd2101]

You’re enthusiasm is infectious. Good luck to you both 🤘❤

[@atadams77]

So cool! love the airbnb. Hope you put in a cycling track/path or something. You better befriend Clarkson.

[@gearsofmedicine]

Congrats Hank. Look forward to following you here.

[@mommamooney]

Really looking forward to watching you two tackle this challenge and succeed.

[@grumpygrandad8750]

Enjoyed your Brilliant story about the Manor, Good luck with this epic adventure! Subscribed.

[@maz500]

I live in Tetbury, so I'll make sure I give the Café a visit

[@grantlingley1385]

This is so cool and what a surprise!!! So looking forward to this next series of steps in your journey!

[@Wassap133]

Man thats incredible, what a gift you got Salute lad

[@LifeAtTheManor_1]

That would be great!

[@MarcusWellstead]

Good on your guys! Makes sense to use youtube and your GCN profile James. Big project but totally behind you. The GCN bubble has burst and this in loads more interesting anyway!