Medieval Manor Restoration - The Restoration Man - S02 EP6 - Home Renovation

Join Simon and Victoria as they embark on a challenging restoration of Castle Farm, a 15th-century Welsh medieval hall. Uncover the secrets of this historic gem, revealing its original features and the surprising discovery of a much older fortress. With a tight budget and a passion for preserving history, witness the journey of Castle Farm's transformation, exploring architectural complexities, hidden rooms, and the fascinating history behind its walls. From uncovering medieval fireplaces to understanding its Norman origins, this episode is a captivating exploration of heritage preservation and the dedication it takes to revive a centuries-old manor.
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The Restoration Man features architect George Clarke as he explores the UK, discovering unique buildings being transformed into homes. Each episode highlights a different historical structure, like windmills, churches, and towers, focusing on their restoration, architectural significance, and the personal stories of the homeowners involved. This series blends history, architecture, and inspiring renovation tales.
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[@andreaandrea6716]

I do think there should be a National Trust that provides at least SOME of the funding for the preservation, that helps out the people that take on these enormous and insane projects, seeing as the rules are so strict and the buildings are being preserved for future generations of Britons. Or at least organized groups of volunteers to go around to all the historic houses being preserved and help with the labour ... as part of an accreditation system/ apprenticeship program. That would be a win-win situation! (Create jobs, promote ancient skills and help everybody out).

[@brittnaycattaneo6015]

There is :)

[@andreaandrea6716]

@@brittnaycattaneo6015 Really??!! (Do you have more info, links?). How lovely!! (Thank you).

[@andreaandrea6716]

@Mark R The laws regarding listed buildings are so strict and often so prohibitive cost-wise, that people cannot afford to do the renovations and the houses MEANT TO BENEFIT from restoration often fall apart/DON'T get renovated (BECAUSE the rules are so restrictive). The reasoning behind the strictness of the rules is that these buildings are historical and MUST BE PRESERVED AUTHENTICALLY (for 'future Britons'). Thus my suggestion that those attempting to do the work be afforded help by the very people who are setting restrictions. (The comment wasn't about THIS specific build, but about ALL listed buildings. Not MY choice of house either).

[@laurahaughton4523]

I so agree

[@jay10.274]

Absolutely agree!!!

[@AaronOBryan60]

I love her parents as well…lovely…And, I love the great mustachioed cat…lol.. 🐈‍⬛ 🐈

[@gailhowes9398]

This poor man has been working so hard mostly by himself and you keep saying how slow or not done yet, he has done a grand job! So happy to hear your praise!

[@supremeleader1043]

That was my farther, the film crew were just trying to add fire and drama to the episode. They even tried to make my mother cry - was very reluctant to give them anything. Hated filming at the house. They were responsible for some of the slow developments during the filming. But thank you for the praise, my farther appreciates it!

[@tritnaha1345]

​@@supremeleader1043was? Sorry about your loss. Cool place to grow up in, i bet.

[@PaperKiller79]

The party at the end was such a nice touch.

[@delana2842]

An absolute nice touch.👌

[@LenaMellow]

Like an SCA gathering!

[@chaotic-goodartistry3903]

@@LenaMellow I was just about to say that he could rent out the great hall for SCA events

[@introsig7696]

What wonderful memories for the kids!

[@a697ag]

I love Professor Mark. He's clearly very passionate about the history of these homes. Lucky is the man that loves his work

[@barbarakatsivoawere3804]

His energy is contagious, I am excited and it’s not my property lol Mark

[@rebeccaberlin]

Me too! He's great! He loves it so much. Adorable.

[@olainthewild6831]

If he recorded lectures about just about anything, I would listen to them.

[@heathersullivan8833]

Very exciting project.

[@Kiki-yw9kc]

Victoria really doesn't want to be on TV, WOW absolutely outstanding

[@winterevans6333]

I love that they kept so much of the history of the home and didn’t over-modernize it. It’s breathtaking!!

[@barnabyaprobert5159]

Agreed. I hate it when the "save" a historic building but they reduce the inside to a solid white box as though it were some cut-rate condo.

[@nancyn347]

Since it is grade 1 listed, they couldn't over-modernize it. Grade 1 listing means both inside and outside had to be preserved as much as possible.

[@davidmatthews3093]

As others have said very little modernisation would have been allowed. My son and his partner own a tiny Grade 2 listed Georgian cottage in Kent which has much less protection than a Grade 1 but even with that their hands are tied. They wanted to insulate the walls as it was a thermal colander. Their application to do so was refused. They appealed and were finally allowed. The cottage is timber framed with horizontal weatherboard on the outside. They were allowed to remove the cladding, insulate the outside of the walls before replacing the cladding over the top. When finished the insulation and the work to fit it was completely invisible. Early on they found a problem, the lower part of the wooden frame was in poor condition. Work on the insulation had to stop while the timber frame was inspected. They were then told how it had to be repaired, a task that only specialised crap were allowed to carry out. The now live in a lovely warm characterful cottage. That stage of the renovation is behind them and they say it was well worth the hassle. I live in a stone house that is at least 100 years older than their cottage but have no such restrictions. That’s because I live in France where age alone isn’t enough to give buildings protection. Not that that freedom to ‘modernise’ without strings attached has changed much, my house has retained all the period features that were here when I bough5 it as a ruin. It still has its huge fireplaces, a stone sink and very few small windows. There are no windows at all on the northern side. I could have applied to put in more and bigger windows and even a glass double door leading out to the back garden but that was never going to happen, I was always going to keep the period charm of the building. My only concessions to the C21st except for running hot and cold water, a toilet and an insulated roof is that I replaced the wood burning cuisinaire in the kitchen with an electric Aga and the mud floor has been replaced by tiles.

[@h.stephenpaul7810]

In 2015 my motorcycle and I flew (Air Canada) to Paris and spent 70 days exploring western Europe. I included Great Britain and Ireland and made sure that I visited as many manors and castles as would fit into my schedule. I am still amazed at the number of historic building still standing and even more amazed at the documentation that still exists - treaties, wills, laws, agreements of all kinds - from centuries ago. I now appreciate the saying "While Canada has too much geography, Britain has too much history." Hang on to your history. It is so valuable in many ways. By the way George - Nice touch with the books you present to the owners.

[@abbielynnjuett4031]

A video without all the family drama or anxiety over money. Such a joy to watch. Moving in quietly and living and creating as they go.

[@LiberalinOregon]

Amazing building. I wish this family many happy years occupying Castlefarm.

[@jay_jjacobsen6695]

I've been spending much time with these restoration shows. I absolutely loved this particular episode. The castle is 100% lucky to have new owners such as this family. History has been saved here.

[@scouser2010ify]

Wow her parents house is beautiful to imagine having not one but two houses like those in the family

[@edwardhooper6136]

thank you! it’s quite crazy having them in the family

[@scouser2010ify]

Edward Hooper I bet :)

[@JanetCaterina]

One of the most interesting buildings to be discovered on this program

[@rayman365]

i work with these houses , and this one was actually in wonderful condition , the mullion windows etc etc , the work in that beautiful hall was just cosmetic , it was a great find

[@andreaandrea6716]

Thank you!! (And thank you for the work you do).

[@robertcarver4295]

Impressed right away with the building because it was so square and plumb. Simon's humor is great.

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

Living the dream. Well done Simon and Victoria. When Simon told Mark of his plan to hold a Mediaeval feast and invited Mark along, who would've guessed it would be so soon? Very entertaining and satisfying.

[@101mercenary]

This is an awesome episode. I love that they checked the rest of the grounds to look into older structures in the ground. Quite remarkable.

[@Cadadadry]

I'm surprised they didn't say a word about Tony, Phil, Mick, Stewart, Helen etc... giving a hand for this survey ^^

[@derekstocker6661]

Wow, this is such a task to take on especially being grade 1 listed and such a phenomenal outcome and on a limited budget, fabulous job all round and what a fabulously historic home! Well done to all.

[@mercedezdumlao8404]

Who's bingeing this show this quarantine?

[@gloriasawtell8615]

Isn't this interesting and so much better than some the gross movies. Feel happy to see something that was beautiful but neglected restored.

[@gorillaglue7232]

Bravo to Simon and Victoria for such an authentic restoration. The house is stunning.

[@richardduckers6059]

I've been a builder for many years and have seen quite a fair bit of sheds. The plans in ryan's package kzbin.infoUgkxB7IXYxLzb_Ichhe45zM3Im5xfEiSp9vB have some of the nicest looking sheds i've seen in a while.

[@Eph.6_10-20]

This is possibly one of my favourite restorations I’ve watched recently. What a change, I’d never have thought he’d have plodded on and got it done. Congratulations to the family! 😊

[@Pippin2luv]

Gosh this is gorgeous. I’ve always said that if I ever make it big and have a ton of money, instead of a modern minimalist mansion, I’d invest in a beautiful old home such as this. History and beautiful architecture, I love it so much. As a history nerd the people who restore these amazing places are amazing.

[@cassieoz1702]

You'd have to make it big to afford to heat it 😉

[@GirladyLocks]

I share your dream and sentiment!

[@fionagregory8078]

George is wonderful too. The perfect man in every way.

[@slidezz2752]

Exactly what I thought I would do😊

[@FigaroHey]

@@fionagregory8078 He drops his t's in the middle of words. I keep finding them all over the floor.

[@guestuser1671]

A house like this can be a huge burden but it's also a privilege to grow up in a house with such a rich history. Just imagine the stories these walls could tell!

[@auraberglund4231]

I am a medieval times passionate and this episode was a real dream! What a stunning place to call home.

[@sandrasmith9617]

I would love to see a revisit to see if the ceiling was done. Also, the gardens and enclosure.... More, please 💖

[@edwardhooper6136]

hi sandra, the roof hasn’t been done but the gardens have been completed and look well

[@elizabethcleland6267]

@@edwardhooper6136 brilliant love these programs would watch millon times love history love seeing plaster ect coming of revealing all

[@momsterous]

They've painted a large portion of the house exterior white...really sad. That stone survived all those centuries to have someone come along and slap paint on it. They should've sealed it and left it.

[@gerdine9258]

@@momsterous just fyi, a lot, if not all of these kind of buildings were originally plastered

[@andreaandrea6716]

@@momsterous That isn't paint. It's Lime Render with a Lime Wash over the top. It allows the building to breathe and protects the stone beneath it. It's traditional. (It's expensive and difficult to work with). So ... they didn't just slap a coat of paint on the building.

[@docallan-musicartmedicine5610]

Love watching this show. I wish in my country, the Philippines, people would also value old and historical buildings the way you do here.

[@scouser2010ify]

George was really into this building he was so passionate

[@freedomstonemycology9894]

non zodiacal cancer sickness isn't for myself & males & animals & us & us aren't oceans... GOD Loves you, Simon, George, & George's John, Aussie Loves from Canada

[@jomurphy1654]

What a jaw-dropping building - was in seventh heaven watching this!

[@nellcovington4001]

Amazing house and restoration. So glad to see they didn't redo the inside in a modern style, like most people seem to do. But, I have to say, I'd really like to hear the story behind those mannequin legs sticking off the window sill😊.

[@miarrem]

Yes, the legs were a bit distracting !

[@yaddahaysmarmalite4059]

yes i was wondering if those mannequin legs are from the medieval era.

[@Itsaboutthewaterlife]

Well, the guy works in the arts and theatre in some respects, remember he is a prop maker, so the tie in is likely.

[@Murphy5-5]

the energy of the guy with the red jacket is awesome, his love for the building and the time is amazing

[@riasidabutar372]

Thumbs up for the couple and their team

[@conniekiers9554]

Wow, such history and what a privilege to be able to live in such a place

[@avluella7589]

Very nice reno. No drywall. No recessed lights in the ceilings. True to the history.

[@introsig7696]

Oh yeah! I hate drywalls with a vengeage

[@williamfinlayson4990]

Well done Simon, Victoria and the team...

[@luminyam6145]

What an incredibly talented couple. I love what they have done here, this is a special home, brilliant.

[@bernicewalsh3432]

3 years. Fair play to the Welch. Great restoration. Beautiful place.

[@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933]

These are the most intriguing series. I LOVE learning about people taking an old place and making it a beautiful workable home. Looking at George Clarke is highly satisfying as well!

[@taz454]

Professor Mark Horton's enthusiasm is a sight to behold. I love that man!

[@clairrichards3607]

I love George Clarke

[@charlesdavis9937]

Thank you for restoring history

[@englishrose4388]

I love how much they honored the original building inside as well as outside.

[@rogerthat5459]

I share everyone's passion for old buildings, history and antiques. And I have ancestors from Wales and learned a lot about the Norman invasion. Well done!

[@mariansmith7694]

Such a lovely couple. Victoria looks like Gwenivere to me, so pretty.

[@mogster72]

Amazing piece of architecture history. They took on hard one and nailed it. Literally restored everything back to its original state including humans that banquet.

[@slidezz2752]

Such a wonderful place to have found. And wonderful people to bring it back to life.

[@alyssafrench3852]

Wow. I can’t imagine living such a brand lifestyle. So cozy. I wish I could sit in front of that fireplace!

[@alyssafrench3852]

Grand I mean!

[@TheArkDoc]

This episode is wonderful. I adore this building and I really like the family. Amazing transformation. Love George so much. What a great presenter.

[@hanorabrennan8846]

Victoria has a real young girl's face, bless her!

[@rosapellerey]

@crazyhillbillyjoe Evidentemente la afectó muchísimo el tiempo de la restauración. El estar en obra es una cosa muy cansadora.

[@itorapadas]

Amazing restoration. The medieval hall was extraordinarily in good condition so in a way it also helped in making their restoration comparatively easier.

[@gabe-po9yi]

Wow, what a place. I’ve never wanted to live in the UK when it comes down to it, because of the weather. But, this property I would’ve made an exception for. The land, the ceiling in the great hall are spectacular.

[@kcsunnyone]

I love how George loves this work and buoys the owner's spirits.

[@mingona83]

Wow! Incredible renovation. The respect and dedication to the history is so nice. They did a great job.

[@tigermoon44]

Loved the party at the end! Lovely home and well done!

[@HarmonyGraceElohim]

FANTASTIC. AMAZING. Jealous.

[@artsiecrafty4164]

What a wonderful program! Thanks for posting.

[@maryhelenmccormick4392]

You are a altruistic hero of Englands history

[@alexandra308]

welsh history x

[@donsarde]

Wonderful restoration, they have so many of the original features. Bravo.

[@lindaheath784]

Really enjoyed this! 🤗 How satisfying to see something like this saved.

[@mariansmith7694]

One of best restoration projects EVER. LOVE IT!

[@happydays1336]

The people who take on these projects are really brave.

[@mariansmith7694]

I was not even tempted to skip ahead. I enjoyed every minute. Thank you. Great job!

[@introsig7696]

Wonderful restoration! with so much historical details and sensibility. And only for 40K!

[@sagelavender3281]

Thank you for sharing another great video with us all. I love it!!!!

[@cheriesydaus433]

Wow absolutely magnificent the size of this job huge. The attention to details is just stunning ❤️🙏🏻

[@torrirose6582]

What a great episode and restoration. Loved the little medieval feast at the end!

[@HappyGnoux]

the grand hall room! wow! the original was already gorgeous with this absolutely amazing wood structure of the roof, but they've done such a beautiful job! I love it !

[@JenaTuckerAquariums]

I love this!!! That would be an amazing place to live😁

[@mugwump242]

On the outside of the house, I prefer the look of the natural stone to that white finish coat they've given it. Remarkable, though, that they've accomplished so much on a relatively small budget. And anyone can respect Simon's passion for stewardship of history. Good on Simon and Victoria.

[@ghostlyMostly1]

I agree.

[@0nurbis]

Yep, that white is...Horrible !

[@ciaobella8963]

@@0nurbis That white render is no longer so bright, clean and perfect, guaranteed. Render ages and it will blend into the other parts of the house well. They probably used render to increase the insulation in the part of the house they live in the most. I live in an 800 year old stone house in Italy, and trust me, render improves the inside comfort of the house through all types of intemperate weather.

[@joer8854]

@@0nurbis Chances are that's how it looked when that addition was built. Considering the time and effort he's taken to maintaining all the original history and the fact that it's not painted but they used the original lime render it was probably required. He even went so far as to remove the remodel that covered that original fireplace because it wasn't original to the building.

[@persebra]

the white wash is much better. all of that stone feels overwhelming and its so dark without the lime.

[@diannerosenvalt6130]

a splendid restoration.. now to restore the outer fortification wall would be also great

[@edwardhooper6136]

yep! that was done shortly after

[@AaronOBryan60]

What a find…Thank Goodness for him…I completely LOVE the Excited Cherub like historian….He’s very informative and his enjoyment of it all raises the game for me…

[@joanbell1248]

How lovely George and his company’s provides a book to the family of the history of the building before the people bought it and during their restoration.

[@katiegarrett822]

That was a wonderful story! I am so glad it has a happy ending❤️

[@nathalienathalie1829]

Real beauty 💗

[@kerryjohnson1347]

Our Fiat friends house. Cant wait to finally go round and see it once lockdown is over!

[@edwardhooper6136]

😲😲

[@edwardhooper6136]

thought i read that wrong at first 😂

[@kerryjohnson1347]

@@edwardhooper6136 did you think it said FAT friends house 😛😛

[@edwardhooper6136]

@@kerryjohnson1347 nah hahha, i read it like “omg i have fiats” 🤪😂 but then saw your name

[@kerryjohnson1347]

@@edwardhooper6136 😂😂😂😂 its obviously me.

[@heatherdeavalon]

Wow! Just WOW!

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Hurray! Looks just like home...e

[@foots-qt4pk]

STUNNING!!!

[@zeferinoarroyo7673]

WOW. It gets better and better

[@jeanneamato8278]

I also love old buildings. As a child we lived in a house near Braintree Essex built in 1432, the house we live in the US was built in 1793 and the building we’ll be living in in Italy was built in 800. 1200 years ago. It’s part of the town wall and was the lookout tower.

[@mwilson308]

I woulda teared up had he held up a pen when he showed the room the book and said you all can sign your names in it cause you all helped to make the manor come back alive. That would have been as the host says . . Fantastic!!!

[@junsantos1938]

Definitely worth the wait! You cannot tackle such a big project in a jiffy

[@draven3838]

Just absolutely amazing work, I love medieval history and the buildings

[@maggienavarro2649]

So beautiful and smartly done! I don’t think I’d do it, it’s so hard to rebuild such precious castles. Well done!

[@koa818]

This huge projects need to be international cooperations 👍

[@kimmurphy6864]

Another amazing restoration! Thank you 😊

[@annescholl420]

Beautiful 🤩! Wishing them all the best! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@patricianunez4025]

Makes you wonder how haunted it is. Terrific job restoring it.

[@joannahampton3808]

What a great surprise, I thought I'd seen them all

[@kathyhastings2301]

so glad they kept the history and style ..its lovely

[@melcampbell8627]

Love all you have done. So worth all your hard work. Brilliant.

[@spunkygmahappy4778]

I absolutely love this restoration. This family did a great job

[@7ofthem]

I would love to see this properly finished as it is now 😊

[@lauralake7430]

So much history in Wales, oh, look, a Norman castle, have fun digging your garden!

[@naui_diver9290]

Bless the parents 💕 hearts

[@vandalmeida.30.09]

Lindo🇧🇷... so beautiful..tks from Brazil 🇧🇷!

[@chanchoyling4919]

Amazing beautiful restoration

[@zamis21]

Love the Dalke !!

[@jmdenison]

I love to watch people driving on the left side of the road with a left handed steering wheel. that's magical