How We Bought The Old Station Renovation in 2023

Find out how we came to buy the The Old Station Renovation in 2023, what we have done with it and what our plans our for 2024.

[@erink4685]

This is great! What a beautiful building. Only advice I’d give is don’t grow anything edible into the soil that’s already there. Always grow into raised beds and clean soil brought in. Historical (and many current) railway land is contaminated with a lot of pollution and fuel that contains toxic heavy metals from times when pollution and fuel was not regulated so much. There’s big studies showing this and it’s highly advisable that you use raised beds and clean soil for your edible gardening!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, this is really interesting. In years gone by there were vegetable patches between the tracks. I guess, thinking about it, this may be as they brought earth in to fill in the track bed.

[@esmaemaryw]

Excellent advice!

[@afos3462]

Grow bags will limit any cross contamination and don’t use saved rain water from an old lead flashed roof. Get a survey of the ground so you know where any nasty stuff me have been stored. Speak to a local university and ask if they would like to go a free survey as part of students learning courses if they do surveyors courses, they normally jump at such opportunities for railway properties.

[@farmerbrown3768]

I suggest getting a soil sample and have it analyzed, you may just be surprised!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Goodness I didn’t even think about lead from the roof. They really did use some nasty materials back in the day!

[@richardvinsen2385]

Your daughters are so precious. I’m so glad they were excited by your purchase. I hope you can move in before too long so they have plenty of time living there before they are grown.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much!

[@shanimarais9695]

"Buddy and Winston helped where they could" - I loved that! 😂❤

[@00Murkglider]

The large plank wood flooring is gorgeous! The railway station will make a very special home for your family.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you 😃

[@ruthmckee4905]

What an adventure. 40 years ago I would have been up to something like that. Now I will enjoy watching you.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! 😊 🚂

[@johnmedford7200]

I renovated a 1900's 4 story building and what a job. A huge majority of people said it could never be done. I ignored them...... It turned out beautifully. Good luck and enjoy the journey.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for the encouragement. So far most people have been hugely supportive. The big worry was always the children, as soon as they gave us the thumbs up we knew we were onto a good thing!

[@michaeltutty1540]

What a spectacular building. Great bones and a very healthy footprint that will lend itself to very comfortable living indeed. I'm really looking forward to seeing this come together. My mind is already spinning with ideas.

[@patriziadelorenzis378]

This is an echanting place ,looks like a fairy tale. So happy it's in good hands. Best luck and wishes.

[@peter-fuppe-fuchs]

This project wil be absolutely amazing when it's finished 😍😍😍😍😍

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you ❤

[@tpaine1815]

Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us. I have been doing up an old (1901) Victorian Villa for the last five years and so appreciate where you are at. I am still I feel in the multi, multi-project space, making progress on multiple fronts, because I have to, but always feeling like I am pointing the hose where the "fire is burning hottest" - my land clearance seems never-ending, but hopefully a new addition to my arsenal - a small engine brush cutter is going to make a big impact. I know there will be ups and downs in your unexpected finds. I know I did. Best wishes from NZ.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Your project sounds amazing 😀 We are loving the ups and downs, I think if you go into it knowing things will go wrong it's not so bad when it does.

[@garyhollywell2112]

What a brilliant opportunity, exactly the sort of project I am looking for....looking forward to watching your progress.

[@dynadya770]

What a fantastic project you’re undertaking. I shall follow your progress as you move through the process and will keep my fingers crossed that you don’t encounter to many problems. Good luck.

[@Vistasabia]

This is just the coolest thing you guys are doing! I subscribed to your channel when I caught the episode where you were clearing the front walk. So many possibilities on that property wow 😍💯💚. I am an avid gardener and live in a 1928 English cottage period home in the western USA and am looking forward to following your progress. Good luck to all of you and Happy New Year! 🎉🎉🎉

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much, Definitely be asking you for some gardening tips!!!🌱 We are not too good but want to learn.

[@Angie-cm4si]

It is going to be so lovely to hang original pictures up of the station when you and your family put your stamp on this amazing building.....I am on board so glad your channel came into my feed 💜

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you for the lovely comment and welcome aboard… choo choo 😃

[@vickiephilpitt7697]

Congratulations on your new home! Good luck with the reno. I love watching videos that have owners renovating what are very old buildings and seeing how they comply with bringing back the period styles. I'm sure this complex will look amazing when you finally get it to your plans, and yes, it will take years! The step by step changes will be like watching a flower unfolding from a bud to the actual flower. Thank you for sharing this undaunting task.👍

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! 😊 We’ve prepared ourselves for it taking several years and even then I’m sure it’ll never really be finished!

[@normamurray4450]

Oh wow, this is right down my alley! I am so glad I found you and I look forward to to joining you on your journey to bring this lovely station back to life. Hugs from British Columbia, Canada.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much, we find it so humbling that people so far away are enjoying what we’re doing! 😊

[@hopefulheart77]

Can't wait for all the great demo and remodeling videos. Beautiful building and property.❤

[@katetoomey601]

Wow wow, how exciting, I wish you all the strength & positive thoughts for you renovation. The station is so lucky to have found your family. Can't wait to watch more. All the very best. 💗 It's so beautiful.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks so much for watching 🎉

[@writerconsidered]

Not nearly as bad as I thought. I was thinking it was still an original railroad station condition. The fact that it was turned into a house before makes it a lot easier.

[@HighFell]

What a great project! And fabulous to see these gorgeous old railway structures brought back to life. Can fully understand why you want to do as much as possible yourselves, uncovering lost treasures (ok bits of platform) is so exciting 😁

[@hilda4114]

Congratulations on your new home. It will definitely be an exciting and memorable adventure...alot of work...alot of stress...but also alot of laughter and excitement as you breathe new life to this historic building & lovingly turn it into your home. Happy new year!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, Happy New Year!

[@mandyellis876]

I’m only half way through and just want to say congratulations and what a score! It’s absolutely spectacular. Fair play to you guys and every good wish for as smooth a restoration as possible. It’ll be phenomenal when it’s done! Subscribed.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you and welcome aboard 🚂 😊

[@tasticola]

Loved your daughters' reaction! What lovely girls. I'm looking forward to seeing your progress. You've already made an amazing start with the garden. Your dogs look pretty happy along with you!! x Nell.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@eGamingable]

I'm so looking forward to seeing the progress! Congratulations on your purchase! 🎉

[@a.scotth.9955]

How very awesome is this!!! They are blessed to have such a wonderful building to make their home!!! Fascinating 😊

[@audreybaxter6789]

Thanks for sharing so excited for you and your family. Can't wait to see what you do. x

[@edwardkrarup8816]

This is so exciting what a lovely building to find with all that history as well. Hope to see the progress on KZbin.

[@linkinemerson8620]

I'm not any sort of builder or carpenter but where I lived the only way someone would fix anything would be charging honestly 4-5 times higher than the normal rate as it was a tourist town. Or I would set a meeting or time & then they would never show up & just ignore me as they only want easy new construction. The point is it forced me to do some things myself, now with my next house I'm about to redo my master bath & build my own custom tiles shower. Luckily I have another full bath so I have time to look things up & take the time. A light thought I would really like it if the vids could be 10-20min like this. The ones where 1 tree is cut down gets me into it then boom vids over 😂. But it may also depend how much free time you guys get. But very happy you found a place that is so unique & amazing.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks, We are working on longer video's. Time is the main factor. We have got a little more into the swing of recording and editing now so can start to experiment a little with time and recording.

[@dawnrudd2496]

Congratulations on getting this beautiful victorian station, yes the girls liking it is a huge bonus. It will be beautiful when you renovate it,im excited to see you along your journey. Xx

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much!

[@afos3462]

I worked on many stations similar to this when a carpenter and joiner. They a normally well made and sometimes over engineer because of train vibrations. They are straight forward normally but need lots of TLR. I envy your journey and despite the hard work it will be worth it provided you take it one step at a time, good luck.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Over-engineering… that explains the insanely thick beams holding the roof up, I’be never seen anything like it!!

[@Wendy-yg8yu]

Just discovered this and already super excited as you take us along with your renovation! What a beautiful home you’re going to have.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

We really hope so! Thanks for coming aboard 😊

[@jaomwtoptd]

Im glad you took time to clear some of the garden first. Its not just a building hidden by foliage, 'Its a Railway Station'. It will inspire you. Youve made us all envious.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

We really enjoyed that bit and now the weather picking up again we can get back out there!

[@adds91]

Happy New Year to you all It’s such an exciting project, looking forward to seeing your journey with this house.

[@lindaroyal8161]

Oh My! What an amazing, unique property, I'm so jealous, it's gorgeous! I just discovered your channel this morning. I love renovations and saving old historic buildings, so I was excited to find you. I will be binge watching your other videos to get caught up. I look forward to watching and being a part of your adventure to make this your home. Congratulations on this building...

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you for the lovely comment! We’re really excited for what this year is going to bring, I’m sure the really hard work hasn’t even started yet 😊

[@Tez-lk5kt]

What a beautiful station I know exactly what you’re going through, having renovated an old school, we always say that the property choose you. But in our case we got the bug for renovations and 40 years later we still get excited with the next project ❤ good luck

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Wow, you must have some serious drive! We renovated our last house but it was a 3 bed semi so no comparison to this. After that I said never again…. And yet here we are!! Thanks for watching😊

[@KenDrPH]

Brilliant! We’ve also found that acquiring a 100 year old+ dwelling without unlimited budget that first, it’s a long term, ongoing project that must be staged by priority…from this short video, it looks like you’re well on the way…we’ve found also that, having the patience to let things emerge, idea wise as you go, reveals some better and more efficient options 🙏🏼❤️

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, I hope yours is giving you a some wonderful, happy times! We’re prepared for the long haul and the many ups and downs to come (hopefully more ups)!!

[@irenefitzpatrick6480]

That is a wonderful old building and grounds! Excited to see how it all progresses! Thanks for sharing. 😊❤❤❤❤

[@theoldstationrenovation]

You’re welcome and thank you very much for watching 😊 🚂

[@Windstonemtn]

From Ecuador here and and happy to have found your channel. Have rehabbed many old places in the US so eager to follow your project.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much, glad you’re finding it interesting 👍

[@denisetarabori553]

This is fantastic!!! Best wishes for all your endeavors in restoring your property to its true glory! I’ll be watching! ❤

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! 😊 🚂

[@paulcavanagh3324]

The old station is amazing what a beautiful place to call home myself and many others are extremely envious good luck with all the work you’re going to be doing and I’m looking forward to watching your journey ❤

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for watching

[@brucemarshall5110]

I just found your channel & I'm really looking forward to following you journey. I'll be getting caught up on your previous videos! What a fun project!!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for watching 😀

[@DeadFlanders]

For clearing the gardens, i wonder if there is anyone around there with goats, or pigs. I know that some people make a business of bringing goats on to overgrown properties to have them clear everything.. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us, i look forward to more videos!!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Goats or pigs 🐖 love that idea, maybe when we’ve secured the boundary

[@andrewrees8486]

Spent a lot of time there in the late 80s many happy memories good luck in your new home

[@sbdiaries]

Such a great project 👌and a big job you had . These kinds of time-lapse from start to finish are good to watch. Best wishes to you both Simon and Beth ❤❤❤

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you both, so glad you’re enjoying 😊

[@whammy3323]

What a great find! I look forward to seeing the progress!!

[@francineherron1940]

Congratulations on your new purchase. Im so glad you are going to renovate this old station and making it your new home. Im sure it will looking wonderful when all completed. Enjoy the process and journey. 😊🇺🇸🇫🇷

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Hi from south Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 👋 Thank you very much! We’re extremely excited (and more than a little nervous)!

[@mariastellamelendez8670]

This will be a beautiful unique renovation. I am so looking forward to your journey.

[@victorcooper9468]

its amazing. I'm 77 and I would take it on in a heartbeat

[@joykizinopoulou735]

Good luck guys. What an amazing project. I can’t wait to see the progress. Xx

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you and thank you very much for watching! 😊 🚂

[@johnbeattie5765]

😊 Happy Trails from Mississauga , Ontario , Canada 🇨🇦 ✌ out

[@sharonpettman1274]

I have just come across you today and your amazing new home to be. What a gem of a find, the potential wow, so looking forward to following you on this 2024 journey ❤

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, welcome aboard 🚂😊

[@irishpiecute]

Just found you and wowwwwww I love your old railway station, can’t wait to see the progress.❤️🇬🇧

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, welcome aboard! 😊 🚂

[@aileensochon7500]

Look forward to following your progress.

[@MarkRBlackwell]

Congratulations to you all! I'm a railroading Yank myself and think this is a really wonderful concept. There are people here that also own old railway stations and use them as homes. How neat would it be to re-lay a portion on the tracks around the platform and reconstruct the pedestrian bridge? I think that would be amazing. Wish you all great success! Definitely subscribing.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Reconstructing that footbridge would be a dream! It’s a shame to think it would almost certainly have gone for scrap. Thanks very much for watching and greetings from south Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 👍

[@richardduggan3714]

All I can say good luck! You all look all very excited and hope you will be extremely happy! Sadly that the vegataiton has almost took over the building and hope that it didn't damage the foundations

[@theoldstationrenovation]

We don't think it has, damaged some brick work but hopefully this can be repaired quite quickly. Thanks for watching😀

[@AJLew-fk1ke]

I absolutely love stories like this. Ive always been able to see a gem. Way to go! 🎉

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! 😊

[@denisewiebrimmer454]

Omg this video popped up on my feed, after watching this 10 min video I'm hooked. Can't wait to go back and watch the rest of the videos on this plot of land.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, we’re so glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@stevereed5776]

Looking forward to following your journey with this project. Good luck

[@billybedlam7697]

The old wenvoe railway station is a great find love this . Can’t wait to see the finish , good luck guys

[@theoldstationrenovation]

We were so lucky, we’d given up on moving and then this just popped up!

[@gailgrice8979]

Looking forward to following your journey! From Lagrange,Georgia USA

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! And hi from south Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@user-tc7nd8hk2s]

What a fantastic project, all the best with the renovations!

[@dexdigno]

Love this! I'm looking forward to more updates!

[@craigmorgan8493]

The potential there is off the charts. I'm intrigued.... subscribed!

[@cherylcarr5690]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉. This is going to be amazing!!!!! I look forward to following what you will do with the building ❤️❤️❤️

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much 😊 welcome aboard 🚂 🚃 🚃

[@angesews8110]

How fantastic you lucky lucky familie. I will be following your journey. When I was little my aunt and uncle lived in a railway cottage. The line was live my uncle was the signal man. How I enjoyed my holidays staying there. I use to sit in the window and watch the trains go by at night. Thanks for bring back my memories. 😊😊😊

[@theoldstationrenovation]

That sounds wonderful! While we’ve been researching we’ve found a comment from someone who remembers standing on the bridge as the steam trains went under… and the line closed in 1962. Wish I could have seen it. G

[@elainaworsley470]

I'm looking forward to seeing your progress. Happy 2024.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you 😊

[@howardarch]

What a nice project. I am an 0:15 architect and enjoy seeing people take on unusual projects. I think one of the most unusual projects is repurposing a lighthouse into a residence.

[@taz454]

What a beautiful old station. It will be an amazing family home for you one day. Look forward to seeing your progress. Good luck 👍

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@Mikesay.]

Fabulous. So much character and nice size plot. Thanks for sharing.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jensunray1]

Fabulous..can't wait to see the stages of renovation!!!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for watching

[@ronaldpike4630]

So much potential for greatness! This is exciting! Happy for youAll!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much!! 😊 🚂

[@markduncan6690]

Hello from London Ontario Canada! What a Wonderful Project that you have undertaken! Hope all goes well!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you so much!

[@youreright3664]

What a lovely place. Congratulations on a dream purchase. I'm sure whatever you do, it will compliment the property. I look forward to .... I hope many more videos.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@pauljames9393]

Well lucky you ! I do a lot of research on historic stations in england and have found a few photos over the years, and I think you have come up trumps with this one. Your thoughts of preserving and renovation will be great !

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you very much. I’m on some of the old railway groups on FB and it’s so sad to see what’s happened to some of those beautiful old buildings. It’s a real privilege to have the chance to restore/renovate such a lovely piece of history.

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

I live in a somewhat rural area in New York State USA. I love the look of your railroad station. I'm subscribing so I can watch your renovation journey. You will have a beautiful unique home and gardens when completed. So happy for you that your daughters were excited about your purchase. I hope there are grant programs or assistance of some kind from your government for the restoration of such a property. My best wishes as you proceed with your very big project.😊❤

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you for the lovely comment. We have relatives in rural upstate New York and visited twice last year, in the winter and summer, snow and sunshine. It was beautiful!!

[@traceyjordan9284]

What a stunning building. Looking forwardd to watching the renovation

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks and welcome aboard! 😊 🚂

[@garywalker6964]

Just stumbled upon your channel and was pleasantly surprised by your future projects ahead. I'd love to see how far your grounds go and more tasks planned. Will keep a keen eye open for the next programme.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you!

[@raycassatta9671]

Congratulations ! ! ! Love It... Will watch for your updates ! ! !

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you and welcome aboard! 🚂

[@TheAwakeningangel]

Oh new subby for sure, Cant wait to see how you move through this new adventure, and yes it will take time but it is worth every second, I dont think I would be able to sleep for excitement of what to do next as my head would be racing with ideas. I am off to see your other videos, Love this place so unusual xxxx Dede

[@williamparker3765]

What a project for you all, I wish every success for the future, it's looks as if your daughters are going to enjoy the work as well yourselves. Good Luck, I will be watching with interest, my late wife and I enjoyed doing things like you are doing though not on as big a scale but we always enjoyed the finished work.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you very much, my wife and I see this as a project to see us through to retirement and hopefully many years more. The girls are very excited and I hope that even when they leave it’ll be a lovely home to come back to.

[@feonjun]

OMG! I love these type of buildings. I has always been a dream of mine to live in any kind of masonry home.

[@traceywinders6921]

OMG just subscribed I can't wait to go on this journey with you. It's a beautiful old station. Good luck. I will be watching

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you!! Welcome aboard 😃 🚂

[@michaelhayden725]

You are all most fortunate to have this piece of railway history to work on. Best of luck.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@garyjones2582]

This is going to be a beautiful place when completed... I'll be following along to watch your progress...

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! 😊

[@user-fz4eh3yv6q]

This is a project I always wanted to do being a model railway enthusiast. During the course of my work I visited a property which was a converted station. When I entered the building it still had the original ticket office complete with original fittings. This led you onto the enclosed platform which was now the hallway with glass panels along its length and formed a rectangle across the tracks and along the opposite platform. The trackbed was converted into a swimming pool. Waiting room etc converted int rooms. Sadly it was a dream not to happen. In stead I renovated and enlarged a bungalow and landscaped a 4 acre site . 28 years on I'm still landscaping 😂. I enjoy every day I wake up. Never skimp o the power tools , wish you all well.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

4 acres!!! Wow, that must be a full time job in itself. The pool in the trackbed has been mentioned, amazing idea but it’ll have to be pretty far down the list 😢

[@TheAwakeningangel]

WOW 4.25K subs I am delighted as I am sure it was 1.98K when I joined a day ago Well done and just cant wait for more videos, thankfully the spring will be here soon with its brighter longer days too. Have a Great weekend to you all, xxxx Dede xx

[@theoldstationrenovation]

It was indeed under 2000 😬 we are loving the interaction

[@goingslightlymad7172]

Great video.😊 Nice to see the family. Happy New Year 🎉🎉 Here's to great adventures in 2024!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Happy new year!! Thanks so much!

[@joneid1]

Love it. Looking forward to see what you're going to do. Hello from Norway

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, and a big hello back from south Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 😃

[@alisondoughty2194]

Wow ,what an amazing project.Best wishes for a productive 2024 from Scotland🎉😀🏰

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you, and best wishes for your 2024 too 😊

[@mdk4218]

That's Awesome! I would have loved to do something like that. It's a beautiful place, good luck and have fun renovating.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@castingshadows282]

Hello Old Station Renovation, I have today been introduced to your journey, renovating this old disused railway station by subscribing to your channel, and continue along this arduous hard work you are set, to bring back to life, a wonderful old building and make it your home. 🖖👍

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for subscribing

[@hanneliewiese3477]

Wow ! Looking forward to the next episode !

[@deb0523ful]

This is wonderful. I love this. I can't wait to see what y'all will do.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you! 😊

[@robinharrison3907]

Fantastic Video 👍👍All the best with your renovation looking forward to seeing your adventures 👍🥳🥳👍

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lagringa7518]

What a cool building and great location, I can see where modern spaces could be easily created... and the inside doesn't seem too bad at all... best of luck with this definitely worthy project! 🙂 Subscribed, can't wait to see your project progress!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for watching!

[@KathysFlog]

Lovely. So good to hear your plans and that you'll be renovating sympathetically. Happy New Year.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Absolutely, we really want to bring out the character of the building rather than change it. Happy new year to you to.

[@SpanishEclectic]

Nice summary! You have done a lot...I always find the outdoor work the easiest...no contractors! Best of luck as you move forward. Happy New Year!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thank you. Happy New Year!

[@neilwatts3688]

Brilliant work and congrats on your purchase. Fascinating building and I can’t wait to see how you go about working on it. We are in a similar position and bought an old school (built 1876) with the loft space still unconverted. Similar road to travel down as you guys. Good luck!

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Wow, how long have you been working on it?

[@fmcm7715]

This is fabulous. I love old train stations. A lot of our stations in Ireland that are currently in use still look like this one. Can’t wait to see how it turns out.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for watching

[@dougmaz1]

What a fabulous find it has a lovely shape I’m definitely going to follow you.Doug from Australia.

[@theoldstationrenovation]

Thanks for watching