Is SKEGNESS Really That Bad? Voted the UK’s WORST SEASIDE Resort!

[@EddieHulme]

Loads of shops in your walk about. Very busy. Didn’t see that many charity shops , noticed the AgeUK, so not as down and out as a lot of towns in Uk. A lot of mobility scooters . We did Butlins there years ago.

[@thechatterguys]

Cheers Eddie!! We did a walk along the coast a couple of years ago which took us past Butlin's. It is nothing like Tim remembers as a kid in the 60s 😆 We would say that, from what we saw, Skegness appears to be thriving 👍 Not many charity shops at all.

[@djmico7328]

Great video, it's been a long time since I have visited Skegvegas, brought back a lot of nice memories and it' seems to have changed for the better. Might have to come back again after seeing this. Thank you Colin n Tim

[@thechatterguys]

Glad you enjoyed it! Maybe we'll see you there one day! ⛱️🤹🍕

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Thank you for the video, Great as always. My sister & i holidayed in Skegness, two year ago, we'll be there again in 2024. We go to Blackpool for two years, then Skegness. There are some nice shops in Skegness Hildred shopping cetre is ok. Theres a home bargains in there too. Market wasnt open when we were there either. Theres a lake for ducks too. Its nice in Skegness.

[@thechatterguys]

Cheers Lynne! Can you recommend any girls in Skegness? Next time we go we would like to stay for the weekend 🏨 😀❤️ xxx

[@christopherroberts7428]

Nicely put together chaps. ps. So many traditional seaside towns tagged as worst rated. We kinda like Cleethorpes that's worst too. But on a fine day has a variety, especially quirky bit around Sea View Street... cheers

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you Christopher. A few Chatter Gang members have mentioned Cleethorpes. We're going to have to visit there one day 🌈🍻⛱️ xxx

[@Tidybitz]

I have memories of Skegness from the early 60s when I was pre-school age. Me and my family went to Butlins a few times and it was always great, I still have black and white photo's of me and mum or dad when I did the cutest child contest or something like that in the days when they had glamorous grandmother competitions too. The theatre at Butlins was called the Gaiety Theatre which was also great to go to. Since growing up though, Skeggy has never been my favourite resort, I always preferred Blackpool or Scarborough. The last time I visited Skeggy was around 1986 with friends and it was quite uneventful if I recall. I have no desire to return but I'm glad that from what I see in this video, it seems to be doing great business. There are lots of shops and few closed premises. Seaside resorts used to be famous for theatres and their star attractions in summer seasons but this seems to be a thing of the past nowadays, not just in Skeggy, but in all resorts. Excellent video though.

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Tidybitz! Sounds like you and Tim are about the same age. He used to go to Butlin's every year with his family when he was a boy. They went to Skegness a couple of times but more often they went to the camp in Filey. Do you remember that all the rides and entertainment were free? You only needed ice cream money! 🍦🍦🍦

[@Tidybitz]

@@thechatterguys ... Yes, I remember everything was free, It was great. At an earlier toddler age, I too was taken to Filey, but I don't recall anything about it, I just have a few photos of me on swings and rides with mum. Who knows, Tim and I may have been there at the same time. Ha!

[@thechatterguys]

You never know, Tidybitz. Tim has a photo of himself on a roundabout where the carriages were shaped like boats and were in real water 🌊 Cutting edge for the 60s, we think!

[@nigelspeller1850]

Everywhere is good and bad , depends what you make of it , hope you're day was lovely

[@thechatterguys]

Very wise words, Nigel. We agree 💯😺👍 xxx

[@doreengleave9072]

Enjoying all your videos keep them coming

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you Doreen. You are so lovely 🌹🌹🌹 xxx

[@JustinMcCarthy-cy1mv]

I'm a bit late to the par-tay, as usual, but glad to finally (virtually) visit Skegness, and after this "preview", I might even visit in person. It looks like a nice, decent place to spend a few hours or a day or two. I like the mix of videos you publish - with LGBTQ+ stuff mixed in with "days out" around the UK - authentic and fun.

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you Justin. We love Skeggy and we fully intend spending a weekend there when we can squeeze in another visit xx 😁

[@shock__treatment]

Really enjoying the longer videos you've been doing recently :D Surprised Colin didn't try to run off with that juggler's sparkly jacket!

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you, Chris. That is really helpful feedback about the longer videos. I think we're all surprised that Colin didn't try to purloin that jacket either! 🧥✨💖

[@sharonellis8776]

Skeggy is a great town. Plenty of variety with the shops, cafes, beach, funfair, crazy golf. Love it xx

[@thechatterguys]

We're with you 💯 Sharon! Thanks very much for your comment xxx

[@lynnescaddan8919]

My sister loves that bag shop, tho there not very well made.. she bought 6 but they split. There are a lot of pubs if you like a drink, i drink i dont. Skegness is nice & flat for the walking impaired, we hire mobility scooters, for that reason. Just after the trafic lights on your right is a craft shop where you can get puzzles etc.we stay in hotels, im VERY, VERY claustrophobic. Youll find designer shops in the arcade near the jewellers.

[@thechatterguys]

Hello Lynne. Thank you so much for your comment. We loved Skegness and we are hoping to make more videos there soon. Thanks for telling us where to find the designer shops, we were 🤔 thinking that Skegness didn't have any. Your sister sounds like a hardcore 👜 handbag fan 😊 Such a pity the ones she bought in Skeggy didn't last ☹️ xxx PS We found some really inexpensive jigsaws in the Street Angels charity shop in Blackpool 👍

[@nigelspeller1850]

Cheers for the video guys x

[@thechatterguys]

You are very welcome, Nigel. Thank you for watching ⛳💙💯

[@heli-crewhgs5285]

“Beach memorabilia…”?!?!

[@thechatterguys]

Haha, Colin realised what he said when he watched it back, he meant bucket and spades and the usual breach stuff you buy!

[@peterlister9626]

Great vid puts a Skegness in a good light, last time i was there was in the late 90's

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you Peter! There's nothing wrong with Skegness. We had a smashing day there 🌞

[@leedsgaymen4911]

Great video guys, perhaps if the transport from Leeds was better we could organise a group trip out here. Smashing editying 🎉

[@thechatterguys]

Skegness is well worth the trip, gents! 🍻🐟💡

[@Simon_the_yorkshireman]

I really enjoyed your video ,myself and my partner are going to Skegness next week for a few nights looking forward to going.

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you, Simon! We're hoping to visit Skegness again, please tell us where you recommend we visit! ⛱️🍔🩴

[@Simon_the_yorkshireman]

Your very welcome and York, Scarborough, Llandudno, Flamborough and Berwick-upon-Tweed would be nice to see.

[@thechatterguys]

All good suggestions, thank you, Simon. We would have gone to Scarborough Pride but we're going to be in Benidorm 🌞🌞🌞

[@stuartwatt1050]

Nice to see a positive video on Skegness, I am from Nottingham but come here every couple of weeks, most of the negative comments about Skegness are from people who have never been, there is something for everyone, flashing lights and drama are easy to find, but there are also some lovely restaurants, some great animal parks and nature reserves on the outskirts, there is also lovely countryside a few minutes walk away, next time you come back you have to try no9 restaurant in the town centre, great value and superb quality Mediteranean food

[@thechatterguys]

Ooh! Thanks for your recommendation, Stuart. We shall make a note of No.9 for the next time we visit. We love Mediterranean food. Sounds like there's tons more to Skegness for us to cover in our videos. Thanks again! ⛵🌊💡

[@nigelspeller1850]

Catch phrases my dears - no merely para phrasing so you feel listened to and valued , love the videos this is my fav

[@thechatterguys]

Cheers Nigel. We love it when anyone quotes us. We were reviewing a bar this weekend and the entertainer opened by saying, "Before we start, I'd just like to say ... He's Colin and he's Tim ...". We were amazed and delighted at the same time 🤹🥰🐚 xxx

[@johnrudd1868]

Went to skeggies many a times lads. Loved the place. Keep the good vids going ❤

[@thechatterguys]

We will! Thanks for your comment, John 😎

[@chanelno543]

.. .Hi Guys.. .enjoyed this .. never been to Skegness ... but it's not that far from me & not as bad as it's been made out to be.. it is what it is - bucket & spade day out at the seaside & fish n'chips - will definitely be checking it out now, based on your recommendation - fair play to you both - your reviews are fair.

[@thechatterguys]

That's good to hear Channel No.5. We hope you have a great day out!! 😄🙏💙

[@stephenfinney5593]

Great video guys , I've not been Skegness since Butlins

[@thechatterguys]

We're glad you liked it! Thanks Stephen 🧩🤹🍦

[@Sarahsparkles83]

Great vlog 😊 if u come back I’d definitely recommend Husseys for fish & chips 😊

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Sarah!! Next time we come to Skegness we want you to show us around!! 🍻🎈😻 xxx

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Elliot! We live in Leeds 🦀🎈🍦

[@thechatterguys]

Hello Elliot. We do have some homeless people in Leeds. We don't know whether any of them are not genuinely homeless, though 🤔

[@thechatterguys]

Amen to that, Elliot! 💙

[@nigelspeller1850]

The crazy golf and boating lake sound smashing

[@thechatterguys]

It looked really good, but we didn't have time to give either a go, Nigel xxx ⛳🏌️🩷

[@nigelspeller1850]

From the pizza description I would give the sea gulls a treat

[@thechatterguys]

Ha ha!! Seriously, never feed the seagulls!! 🍦🍕🎈

[@heli-crewhgs5285]

@@thechatterguysWhy not?!

[@nigelspeller1850]

Love pizza with Mushrooms did you save me a slice ? - nice decor in the Italian

[@thechatterguys]

We did save you some 🍕 pizza but it's gone a bit child now, Nigel 😁🌈⛱️

[@johnhorton1012]

Come to Lincoln! I’ll show you around!

[@thechatterguys]

You're on, John!! Thanks for the offer 🤠🤹🤹🌷

[@nigelspeller1850]

Some of my catch phrases include - " I can smile in every language " and " Go on one more " as in can we do just one more task today

[@thechatterguys]

Thanks Nigel. We say "Go on, one more" when someone asks if we'd like a drink 🍷🍻😁 xxx

[@kkrispy2009P]

Great nice long vlog gang you know I would of loved a big wheel ride or the boat lake or a few arcade reviews but I don't believe it's the worst there is far worst

[@thechatterguys]

Thanks kkrispy! You are very kind! It had turned a bit too cold by the time we reached the big wheel. Neither of us were up for it! We did film in the arcades with the 360 camera but a few Chatter Gang members told us the 360 footage triggers people with vertigo so we don't use it anymore 🩴🍦🤹 xxx

[@sandradowling4605]

Reminds me a bit of Lytham, Cleveleys and B'pool.

[@petervare]

Hi chatter guys❤❤❤❤❤

[@thechatterguys]

It doesn't remind us of Blackpool, Sandra, but other Chatter Gang members have said Skegness reminds them of Cleethorpes xxx 🪣⛱️🩴xxx

[@thechatterguys]

Hiya Peter 😄✨🤹

[@alantaylor2217]

I have been going to Skegness for over 40 years love the place. The pier was destroyed by a storm in the 70's.

[@thechatterguys]

Ey Oop, Alan! Thank you for your comment. We definitely would not hesitate to visit Skegness again 💯🤠🎊

[@mikejohnson9587]

Hello chatter guys how's blackpool weekend

[@thechatterguys]

Hiya Mike. We're having the wettest weekend ever!! When we booked our hotel the weather forecast was for temperatures over 30°C. We've been soaked every time we've been out. But we are having a brilliant time nevertheless. We just wish it would stop raining ☔⛈️☂️

[@colcostello160]

I hate people that bash British seaside resorts, they obviously think they are a cut above!.. Keep up the good work fellas.. New subscriber ☺

[@thechatterguys]

We agree 💯 Col! 👍 Thanks for your comment and your subscription!! 🙏

[@elliotgeorge999]

looks much better than i expected given that negative report. not been since i was a kid (stayed at butlins).

[@thechatterguys]

Do you know, Eliot, there was nothing wrong with Skegness at all? It's a perfectly fine, typical northern seaside town. We wouldn't hesitate to go back there 😁🤹🌷

[@carolinedodsworth6481]

It for the weather

[@thechatterguys]

Thank you for your comment, Caroline 🌹👑❣️

[@robsouthleeds4182]

My kind of place, plenty of tat shops and bargain prices. What is not to like, not sure what the voters were looking at, if they even visited the same place as you did. Once again, thanks for you honest reviews 👍

[@thechatterguys]

Cheers Rob. We really liked Skegness and we're planning to go back again as soon as we can!! 🌊⛵🐚

[@sandradowling4605]

They've got a Yorkshire Trading Company in Skipton....yes not really cheap.

[@thechatterguys]

They have a lot of stuff that you never knew you needed, Sandra. But then we just look online to see if we can get it anywhere else for less. 😊👛💶 xx

[@michaelobrien9825]

DID NOT LOOK TOO BAD, I SUPPOSE ITS UP TO THE INDIVIDUAL TO MAKE IT TO SUIT THEMSELVES.

[@thechatterguys]

We really enjoyed our day in Skegness and you are right 👍 people make what they want of things! 🌊🦀⛵

[@nigelspeller1850]

Just been approached to apply for an employment role as a Hub Coordinator, with a local LGBT organisation , buzzing , regular improved income I could visit skeggy and new friends in Leeds per chance X take care already looking forward to new Chatter guys videos

[@thechatterguys]

We're really excited for you, Nigel!! Good luck with your application, we're keeping everything crossed for you!! 🤞🤞🤞xxx

[@georginagriffiths5967]

went skegness-but wasnt over keen on it

[@thechatterguys]

It's not Blackpool, that's for sure, Georgina, but we certainly didn't think it deserved the title of Worst Seaside Resort. ⭐🥸🌈 xxx

[@nigelspeller1850]

There are some super craft shops , not sure about skeggy

[@thechatterguys]

You will have to pay Skegness a visit Nigel. You will love it!! 💙

[@robbflynn4325]

I take it a Chatter Gang SOA requires 4 stars or more? Are there any gay friendly places, pubs, hotels etc?

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Robb!! We didn't have time to check out the LGBT+ scene, but we'll be going back to Skegness to find out 🌈 We give our Seal of Approval to anywhere we would recommend to the Chatter Gang and where we would happily visit again. 🧩🐢☔

[@chrisleppard6703]

good vlog very informative 1 thing i would say why are the people looking so miserable difference when your in spain people seem to be more happy what do you think???

[@thechatterguys]

Very good point, Chris! We've no 💡 idea. What is there to be miserable about when you're at the seaside? 🌊⛵🦀 xxx Thank you for your comment 😁

[@chrisleppard6703]

@@thechatterguys so true being by the sea surely thats something to smile about

[@thechatterguys]

Absolutely! 😄

[@nigelspeller1850]

I think a lot of seaside resorts have declined however Skegness is ok , nowt super special anyway lovely ice creams hint go on

[@thechatterguys]

Ha ha!! 🍦🍦🍦 🙏 Thank you Nigel! xxx

[@thechatterguys]

Ha ha!! 🍦🍦🍦 🙏 Thank you Nigel! xxx

[@nigelspeller1850]

I do love a pizza with Mushrooms peppers and pineapple just lovely

[@thechatterguys]

So many people think it's wrong to put 🍍 pineapple in pizza 🍕. Tim loves an Hawaiian pizza 🍍🍍🍍

[@sandradowling4605]

I always buy Jigsaws from Charity shops.

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Sandra. Since we recorded this video we've noticed that £10 to £15 is the going rate for a new 1000 piece video. Good for you for getting yours from a charity shop. Don't you worry that there might be a missing piece though? 🧩🧩🧩 xxx

[@nigelspeller1850]

Absolutely nowt , wink , wrong with Pineapple on a pizza if for yourself , good to eat x

[@thechatterguys]

Stop nicking our catch phrases, Nigel!! 😀😃😄😁😆😅😂🤣

[@peakyblinder777]

I'm sure Iceland sell them pizza's 😮

[@thechatterguys]

They may well do, Peaky! 🤣👍🍕

[@nigelspeller1850]

The very much a ladies shop had some lovely men's shirts outside

[@thechatterguys]

It did, but not many, and they were a bit old fashioned 👔 xxx

[@nigelspeller1850]

Never feed those seagulls guys or Skeggy visitors their normal diet isn't ice cream or chips funny as it may sound

[@thechatterguys]

We 👍 agree 💯 Nigel!

[@belong53]

I’m going there tommorow

[@thechatterguys]

Cheers Russ!! Have a smashing time!! Please tell us if you agree with us 🪣🌈💃

[@elliotgeorge999]

i can't get away because of my pets (4 tortoises) so i am a bit jel of your freedom. ha

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Elliot! We were at Blackpool Zoo today and shot some footage of their tortoises. They were massive!! 🐢🐢🐢

[@nigelspeller1850]

Safe trip home x

[@thechatterguys]

Thanks Nigel. You're such a sweetheart 😚😘💋

[@JenniferGreen-j1f]

There's nothing wrong with Skegness

[@thechatterguys]

We could not agree with you more, we really enjoyed our visit

[@charliec1968]

Bournemouth

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Charlie! Thanks for your comment 👍

[@Sanddancer1]

skeggys alright its just the southern tory supporting press blackening the name

[@thechatterguys]

You may be right, Haramsoy 🤠 Thanks for your comment 🙏🍦✨

[@fffddgcg1263]

have you meat miss amber fron the fying handbag blackpool shes a good frend of mine

[@thechatterguys]

Hi Fffddgcg! We've seen Miss Amber at the Flying 👜 Handbag in Blackpool. Is she working in Skegness now? 🧐

[@fffddgcg1263]

@@thechatterguys no i just fout you meat her shes a good frend of mine shes nice

[@thechatterguys]

Tim did say Hello to her last time we were in The Handbag 👜 🏳️‍🌈

[@fffddgcg1263]

@@thechatterguys shes nice have you seen quenie buffet

[@thechatterguys]

Is that the drag queen from Bar 137?