Roy Hudd's Grave - Famous Graves Unusual Things

Today on Unusual Things Famous Grave visit, we go to visit Comedian, Actor Presenter and all round talent Roy Hudd.
Roy Hudd, OBE (16 May 1936 - 15 March 2020) was an English comedian, actor, presenter, radio host, author and authority on the history of music hall entertainment.
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[@debbiehudd5657]

Hi Paul, I know it looks a little sad not having a headstone for Roy, but it’s taken me this long to get just the right wording - we’ll it is going to be there for a very long time. The process of getting a headstone has now started. I’m delighted you thought Roy was one of the good guys, he certainly was very special. If you’re interested we are doing a fundraiser at the Sondheim Theatre in London on May 14th at 5pm, The Roy Huddlines with Chris Emmett, Nichola McAuliffe, Alison Steadman and Jon Culshaw. The money is going towards a statue of Roy. Sorry about Hilda barking at you!

[@UnusualThings1]

Hi Debbie, Thank you so much for getting in touch. It was a real honour for me to come and pay my respects to Roy. I completely understand regarding the headstone, I hope you don’t think I thought any different. He was such a wonderful man on the tv but obviously so much more to you and your family. What a beautiful place for Roy to be buried. Oh don’t worry about Hilda, I love dogs and was having some fun for the camera. ( My Nan was called Hilda) If I can get there that would be an honour, and would be lovely to meet you. So pleased you got to see the video and I hope I did him proud, sorry about the wind blocking some of the Audio. Kind Regards Paul. X

[@debbiehudd5657]

@@UnusualThings1 you were lovely about him thank you. Good luck with all you do. Debbie

[@UnusualThings1]

@@debbiehudd5657 Thank you Debbie, I also had a lovely message from John Challis wife who played boycie regarding his grave visit. I try to make sure I remember the person and all the good they achieved and at the same time keep respectful to their families x

[@rangeroverl322]

Lovely to hear Debbie. Roy was deeply loved and admired. May he Rest in Peace . God bless you x

[@ByJove-WhatABeautifulDay]

Happy memories watching Roy with Jack Tripp and Geoffrey Hughes in wonderful pantomimes

[@UnusualThings1]

Hi Everyone, those of you asking about a headstone for Roy. I’ve had a lovely message from Debbie, and they’re sorting it out. They just wanted to make sure it had the correct writing on, which I’m sure we can all understand and appreciate. Thank you 🙏

[@sonjastanger5858]

This is beautiful ty Paul & Debbie ❤️🕊🕯🙏

[@feralcat07]

Took them long enough. Now there's a wee bit of heat applied. They come up with the foods

[@jrbs]

He was a lovely chap. He deserves a decent headstone.

[@philipwatson7935]

That maybe a double grave with a temporary grave marker

[@lottiebelottie]

Some people let the ground settle before they put the stone down...

[@suehurrell134]

I agree where are the water rats to pay for it!

[@LynneCarolTaylor]

Wonder why his wife hasn't had a headstone put in place. That wooden Cross will rot away. He deserves better than that. RIP Roy Hudd

[@tedhuges8275]

It was probably his choice not to have a grave stone his wish more than anything else

[@ellesee7079]

He seemed like such a great guy. I know he also archived the stars of Music Hall too, to try to make sure artists of the past were remembered. Thanks for this Paul. 👍🏻

[@sinead187]

RIP Roy Hudd. One of the last true entertainers.

[@margaretbuckley9309]

Nice one paul Lovely cemetery still dont really know roy only from clips i have seen on tv Glad you got inside the church So glad you did not pull on that rope Paul as always great video you looked like you enjoyed it R i p roy hudd 🥀🙏

[@dryflyman7121]

Well said, I quite agree 👍

[@arfamccann5824]

Hi Paul, I remember Roy Hudd very well. A great comedian, and actor. His take on of Flanagan + Allen, etc, wearing the big baggy coat 😃 His final resting place is in a beautifull setting, but how sad that he only has a wooden cross to mark his grave? Surely he deserves a headstone? His friends from his theatrical background could surely arrange for him to get one? RIP Roy, you brought a lot of laughter into our lives. 🙏🏼

[@arfamccann5824]

@Jack Warner Hi Jack, thanks for your reply. I know it’s approx 1 year after burial that they recommend or allow you to erect a headstone. However Roy has been gone approx 3 years now! I just thought someone of his stature would’ve had a headstone by now. Maybe it’s a family decision? Thanks for your msg.

[@charlieyerrell9146]

His radio programme was very funny, It was called news huddlines.

[@paulharris3149]

Hello

[@trevorparfitt7511]

Many years ago I used to live quite near to Roy, in Clapham Old Town, South West London. He used to pop into the local newsagents to get his ciggies, and was a lovely gentle giant. A great entertainer, and greatly missed ! Rip Roy, and thanks.

[@HaydnGuite]

A wonderful talent and a lovely man. His knowledge and respect of music hall history was incredible God bless you Roy ❤ 😊

[@hancecrawford]

Paul that is a lovely old church seems to be well loooked after thanks again I love old churches to and to visit graves

[@darranweston9425]

As always Paul, you go above and beyond to research and respect your subjects. It's so sad that that he has such a poor grave marker, it certainly doesn't befit someone so iconic. Rest in Peace Roy

[@davidlee6720]

some people do not want an extravagant marker on their grave or any signs of egotism

[@benjohnson3178]

It looks like a temporary marker. It can take time to get a proper headstone. I expect he'll get a proper one eventually.

[@jackflitcroft8064]

it is a temporary marker

[@elliottg.1954]

Thanks for another good video, Paul 👍 It's good to know where Roy is resting and it would be nice to see a gravestone. Roy was a genuinely nice bloke and a multitalented performer. He exemplified nostalgia and the Music Hall (for me and for many others), and he was also a serviceman. Roy could do comedy, drama, musicals, and he loved the theatre. He seemed to do it all with ease. Roy played Bud Flanagan in the BBC drama We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story, about the creation of the legendary TV sitcom. He was on for just a couple of minutes but his turn had our house in tears. Worth a look. Cheers Paul and all the best.

[@Spartacus45]

I really hope there are some family members still or Roys wife who may get him a decent headstone soon? It seems sad that such a significant fella ends up with a basic wooden cross? Rest in peace Roy 🙏 and thank you Paul, awesome video as always!! 👍😉

[@geoffpoole483]

Hi Paul, Welcome to Suffolk. Sorry about the wind! Crowfield church is a lovely place, and unusual in its design. Roy Hudd was an actor/entertainer who seemed to have a foot in the past and a foot in the present. He donated his archive of music hall artefacts to the local further education college.

[@vetty1405]

Thanks Paul for sharing. I remember Roy Hudd in Flanagan & Allen he was also brilliant in Coronation Street. Such a great man. RIP Roy. I Hope he gets a better headstone soon, he doesn't deserve that basic wooden headstone which is badly deteriorating. Thanks again Paul keep up the great work.

[@thetouringcarrs9343]

We have seen Roy Hudd at Ken Dodds funeral and he was such a lovely man and an absolute gentleman God Bless him and may he rest in peace, thank you Paul for another great video and information.

[@Ksknight100]

Roy Hudd, another legend of British comedy and TV. Such a shame that his grave isn't properly kept or marked after 3 years. Sad. RIP Mr Hudd.

[@jackflitcroft8064]

It takes a long time to get a grave stone created and all the thought that’s goes in it

[@adrianwooofine5181]

Was in Corrie in 2002 great fun thanks one again watching on repeat of Corrie at moment Roy hudd rip thank Paul 😊☺️

[@markdigby6690]

Roy Hudd almost single handedly kept the stars from yesteryear Music Hall fame alive...one of the last true Variety acts ...you was guaranteed to be entertaind when he turnd up...thankfully he left a legacy of work for us to enjoy ( thanks Roy ) ime presuming here. But being as he was buried in a quaint little church yard in Suffolk.. did he live in that village?...surprising isn't it? In his working life he advertised the East end of London with such enthusiasm ..yet. here he was living in Suffolk. In a reclusive . Secluded area. ..Thanx Roy...Thankyou Paul . Another amazing revelation. And thankfully. The barking dog never ate you lol...looking forward to the next one ..( I love these )

[@johnklimcke8875]

Paul I'm very surprised at Roy huds resting place I would have thought he would have an head stone. I bet you was surprised has most of us are. Very talented guy. Again thanks for your time 🙏

[@nancyhaynes4310]

I remember Roy Hudd but only just and can't remember that much about him. Think as the years go by you tend to forget these people i,m afriad

[@junelaw4162]

Wow a great guy Roy Hudd was he was brilliant in Corrie RIP ❤till the next one 😊

[@gel2503]

I agree with people saying sad to see Roy Hudd only has a wooden cross. This is only meant to be temporary. He deserves a headstone. He was so knowledgeable about music halls, and was such a lovely, kind, decent man.

[@lynnm4664]

Roy Hudd one of the most lovely people that ever walked God's earth. Miss him so much Lovely man never forgotten ❤❤❤

[@leemillard5514]

Great stuff as alaways Paul god bless ya ya fella

[@jacquelinehabgood-painter8867]

I liked this recording very much Pity about the wind.

[@stuarttaylor3029]

Thanks Paul, lovely insight into Roy Hudd's career, he was a great historian of the music halls and theatres of the past, very Knowledgeable and a Very Lovely guy, it's a shame that there isn't anybody else around that can tell the stories of the entertainment history and look back at the past like Roy did, the world is a sadder place without him around, knowing how loved and respected he was it sad that he hasn't got a better headstone, surely the entertainment world should get a headstone and give him the respect he deserves. RIP Roy 🙏

[@hellsbells7271]

What a breathtakingly, beautiful place for Rods final resting place. I have to say Paul, this has got to be one of the most magnificent of places I've seen in regards to a cemetery , I absolutely love it. As always, your narration around the life of your subject is second to none, you have empathy, compassion and respect in bucket loads and it's really nice having a little history lesson on your subjects life , it gives us a little insight into who they really are. Thank you for your hard work, because we can then sit back, get a cuppa and press go. This was an amazing place though Paul one of the best I've ever seen.

[@joeweston3252]

hi paul roy was an amazing guy loved his comedy and he really gave us sunshine with his humour lovely church loved the stainglass and wooden cravings on the pews ,l was surprised by how humble how his grave marker is ! maybe that was his wishes,wow his house is amazing loved the mini guard dog great episode paul 🙂🤣

[@jgscatsandthings5208]

No notification at all, again... It's why I miss so many premiers... Just glad I checked. Love your videos Paul, keep up the awesome work.

[@UnusualThings1]

Thanks, will do! It may have been because I put it up 90 mins before it went out

[@callumclarke1733]

Great actor and great comic, come across as a down too earth man, another great generation gone. Rest in peace sir

[@suzeiom]

Another fantastic video, thank you x

[@kellysnowdon7736]

Another fantastic video Paul thank you x looking forward to the next one x

[@UnusualThings1]

Many thanks

[@charlottespurway912]

Thank you Paul!!!! Rest in peace Ray Hudd and I remember him in coronation Street and was a good Actor!!! We will miss you!!! 👼🙏👼🙏

[@Suelovesboo]

Archie shuttleworth first brought in for a love interest for dedrie mum . Sorry about spelling

[@johnmh1000]

A friend of mine worked (as in acted) with Roy. My friend said he was the most kindest, gentle man. He helped my friend by introductions into the theatre business. RIP Roy, you are missed.

[@juliaboczko1938]

Thank you Paul, another great recording of a great actor !

[@elizabethreiber9589]

omg i love it there. so beautiful. thank you for sharing.

[@hancecrawford]

Hi Paul thank you for another Video of late Roy Hudd remember him good enterainer

[@rickyb5499]

Thanks Paul 👍 Roy Hudd, very talented and a very knowledgeable, clever guy. May he R.I.P 🙏

[@alisonprince1102]

❤❤Thank you so much for showing the grave of Roy hudd. He was a absolutely brilliant all rounder. I loved him in every thing that he was in. Also had a many a laugh. May he rest in peace. The church looks lovely. Thank you so much for showing the church to. Thank you once again Paul ❤ ❤

[@nickiramsay2421]

That is one beautiful church 😍

[@gilltagg3352]

Well, that was a bonus, church, his home, one unique headstone and think the devil found your mischievous side wanting to ring that bell. I couldn’t help but chuckle through this yet again Roy Hudd always made me giggle away too. Thought this was a lovely tribute between the seriousness of remembering his life. ❤

[@dnorfed]

Hi Paul , I remember Roy in the advert in the early 70’s, advertising quick brew tea, dressed as a soldier shouting at his troops , “ join the qb’s”, always remember that, weird how certain things stick in your mind eh, shame about the wind at the beginning, a minor distraction

[@dryflyman7121]

Thank you again Paul, what a beautiful place to be laid to rest.. I loved Roy Hudd and listened to the Hudd lines on the radio every week. He was a very clever and funny man unlike many today who just try to be funny by being outrageous. He was also a very good actor. I really do prefer radio comedy, the Hudd Lines, the Navy Lark and many others. I can still remember the Billy Cotton Band-show every Sunday lunchtime long before we had a television ! Cheers 👍

[@sharonlegg85]

Thank you Paul. Roy was a real favourite of my late dad’s. A lot of the graves you visit so remind me of my childhood and very happy times🥰

[@michellew8118]

RIP Roy - you were a great actor and comedian.

[@kellygoodall1587]

Another fab video. What an amazing entertainer. RIP. Keep up the good work Paul

[@markstevenson7577]

Once again Paul you deliver a video full of interest & respect, always love watching your content. Keep up the good work buddy

[@albertcross4275]

I saw him once at a gig in Portsmouth IBM around 1978. Great vlog again thank you.... 😊🇫🇷❤️

[@eileengoehring6080]

Thanks Paul !!☺💝

[@benjohnson3178]

Another great video. Thanks Paul.

[@malcolmtrueman2742]

Brilliant as always . Beautiful church too and hope Roy gets the lovely headstone he deserves . Great job and thankyou Paul 👍👍

[@shazza47]

Thank you for another video x

[@kaybright2539]

Hi Paul liked the video lovely church looking forward to the next video 🙂👍👌

[@garymansell8756]

Hi paul another cracking vid enjoyed it beutiful cemetery and church. R.I.P. Roy.x.

[@joshuaedwards6733]

The best part of your videos Paul is your famous catchphrase I THINK I FOUND IT!!! brilliant mate 👏

[@brianharbut4054]

Lovely man. Always smiling & very knowledgeable RIP 🙏

[@pjwhite77]

Thanks Paul. What a lovely man. Roy was an enhancer of life, and really does deserve a decent headstone.

[@KatMusic2009]

Another respectful & well done video. What a lovely place.

[@IainG81]

Wonderful video Paul. Lovely to hear about his life. You're a great story teller.

[@1954real]

Loved Roy Hudd always had a smile 😃 thanks for this one Paul. Glad you go into the churches when you can. Great Channel 👍

[@melvincalladine8187]

Another great video again Paul . Thank you for your great efforts .

[@pamelahall1495]

Hi Paul.Another great video .I liked Roy hudd…He Allways seamed such a lovely man …Lovely country side …ha ha your naughty side came out today …loved it Paul Thankyou x

[@garyturley2435]

wow love roy hudd. he was in the blood beast terror. also watching him in classic corrie on itv 3 weekdays. sadly missed

[@tonymanuel500]

Lovely church. Fascinating. Great vid

[@tony-yp6qk]

Another great video has always Paul 👍

[@annemccrystal5384]

Thanks paul roy was a silly comic he made it look so silly he was so funny great vedio loved it roy was sure one generous gentleman rip roy 👍👍👍

[@1089maul]

Paul, Yet another, great, informative and respectful episode. Roy is a true legend! This was also the first episode that I have watched where you managed to get into the church! Regards, Bob

[@Boogledigs]

Loved Roy Hudd's big toothy grin. His voice and his laugh were very distinctive and made you want to laugh with him. He always had a chuckle in his voice. RIP, Roy. Thank you for the fun.

[@sharoncarter4086]

Thanks Paul, you are funny. Thanks for showing us Roy's grave. He was so funny too, he'd have liked the video!!! Best wishes to you x

[@lesleymartin3693]

Roy hudd was a lovely man I met him many times with the musical society he knew my late father through it great man he was well done Paul another amazing video ❤️

[@richardcharman6668]

Thankyou Paul great video what a lovely church and area

[@LadyGmarilyn]

Aww...I loved Roy! I first saw him at The Princess Theatre in Torquay, on holiday (when I was 12), a summertime show also starring Audrey Jeans, one of the first female comedians, and Frankie, "Mr Moonlight", Vaughan, he was so funny, even at my tender age I appreciated his jokes and his lovely smile. In later years I used to listen avidly to his, "News Huddlines" on Radio 2 and I used to be helpless at the comedy sketches with the likes of June Whitfield and Alison Steadman. Of course, I have to mention his stint as "Archie Shuttleworth" in Corrie. Roy was a staunch campaigner for music hall and he came to our local Civic Hall in Brierley Hill West Midlands, to honour another female comedian, "Dolly Allen", who he met at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre when they were on the same bill. RIP Roy. Thank you for all the laughs...

[@SharonHigham-jj6by]

I don’t remember which programme I watched way back that Roy used to appear in…I remember I enjoyed watching him+laughing a lot, so I clearly enjoyed watching him…may he Rest In Peace knowing how much laughter he bought to so many people!!! Keep up the good work young man…I enjoy your videos+all the information you share!!! X🙃❤️🙏🏻✝️

[@DrPeterThatcher]

Paul, used to love Roy Hudd. Surprised it is such an understated grave, but a beautiful setting. A good grave to visit Paul would be Murray Walker if he has one.

[@leeannwatson7111]

Thank you paul

[@rachelkemp1434]

Your reaction to the moat 😂. Woaaahhh lol. I know the video game ur on about my other half plays it lol. hope ur well. It’s lovely to watch ur videos. Keep up the good work.. actually enjoyed watching Roy hudd in coronation street and met him when he was in common and muck filmed in the area I lived. Lovely gent he was

[@UnusualThings1]

Ha ha thank you 🙏

[@markhutchinson5565]

Great video again paul and nice to see Roys house , thankyou.

[@barryjacobs8524]

I fink I’ve found it! Sorry Paul i couldn’t resist that. What a lovely place that is. So peaceful. I wonder why there is only a small wooden cross there for Roy Hudd. And his wife still lives in that beautiful place. As always the information you give us is so interesting and I Thankyou for that. it must be great driving around the English countryside. I’ve been living in Australia for 40 years, a widow now, and every single day I miss uk. It never leaves you and when I see places that you show us, brings back memories. If only we could start again. Anyway Thankyou Paul, don’t fall down any holes I want to see you again, bye for now Jennifer. ❤

[@degsbabe]

Such a larger than life Man. Always bursting with energy. Always cheered you up with his great one liners and great delivery with his material. I loved 'the News Huddlines' on the radio. What a gread oldy worldy church. Lovely house. Very peaceful looking. Apart from the little doggie....

[@angiewright4063]

Hi Paul. So pleased I found your programme on youtube and love all the info you give us at the beginning of the video. Funnily enough, I was watching Classic Coronation St the other day and Roy was starring in it as Archie Shuttleworth, a funeral director... Very apt! He certainly was a fine entertainer and actor, God bless him 🌹 P.S. When you pulled the bell rope, I was willing it to ring 😂. Thank you again for your videos, I've learned a lot. 👍

[@UnusualThings1]

Cheers Angie

[@cateynon1204]

Hi Paul My brother worked a few times with Roy Hudd, I met him once and my brother introduced my mother and myself to him, he was such a lovely guy, just come across your channel think it is amazing, probably met a few more going through your videos because my brother has worked with many

[@jamesmcbride6304]

Yea another good one Paul, its great learning about the back background of these people, great character was Roy Hudd.

[@nigelhubbard342]

A lovely guy. Met him when he was appearing at Gt Yarmouth in the late 60's and still got his autograph plus a little doodle he did for me. Had a wealth of funny stories from the past and always brings a smile to my face when I think about him

[@TheAquaAdventurer]

Awesome place .. love that church mate .. Great visit . And awesomely covered mate 👌

[@Greenwillow]

What a lovely Church and surrounding area. I was watching Roy Hudd in an episode of Call the Midwife recently his character was so moving and he gave a great performance. Glad he is getting a headstone soon as I was a bit shocked. Thank you for another brilliant video. See you soon.😉

[@ollwynaspinall1991]

Lovely scenery behind you I love trees 🌳🌿🍂🍃 streams are so peaceful and relaxing 👌

[@stevekirby1090]

Love Roy Hudd, funny man and a great actor. Thanks again Paul. He loved the theatre. Remember him recreating "Underneath the Arches.

[@ShelArmstrong]

Hi Paul I do remember Roy had it's very windy were you are thanks for sharing Paul he was a funny man take care 👍

[@suebt8794]

Absolutely love your narrative ❤️ hope ankle is OK x well done for finding this one...

[@irenarobh6058]

you see and watch the celebrities on tv and theatres,you just dont expect to see how and where they end up....sureley its time for a headstone,RIP ROY..💫

[@theanglianflaneurs5857]

Hi Paul. Many thanks for this wonderful vlog. I was a big fan of Roy and loved his passion for the old London music halls. One particularly good piece of footage is in Sugg's London where he sings 'Champagne Charlie' with Suggs at the historic Wilton's Music Hall in Whitechapel.

[@jujulionesselsa1416]

@The Anglian Flaneurs is that Sugg's from Madness?

[@theanglianflaneurs5857]

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[@sallybowling9404]

Brilliant he was , thanks Paul

[@debs1042]

Great video Paul crocs scare the crap out of me too lol, dogs not so much hahaha

[@gailsalama]

I remember Roy Hudd in coronation Street when I used to watch it yrs ago. Thanks for another amazing video and enjoyed it.... I was secretly daring you to pull the cord for the bell in that church.... Nice church,I like I when you visit churches

[@UnusualThings1]

I did pull it, but think it’s tied off somewhere

[@gailsalama]

@@UnusualThings1 great stuff.... I'm happy you did :D

[@gailsalama]

I thought I saw in the video you tried

[@ancestorhub]

I could just imagine Roy Hudd laughing at you in this video 🤣 Fitting video for a great comedian. Thanks Paul.

[@hannahlitchfield1021]

Love your videos and very interesting

[@gillianmeadows4979]

Hi Paul really enjoy this video of Roy Rudd . Do remember him in Corrie . Thank you take care x

[@suemckenna2430]

Thanks for bringing us this video , a bit out the way but what a beautiful church , sad to see just a cross (,I know that it takes around a year for ground to settle ) Roy deserves a headstone for sure.

[@Hungry4Mor]

3 minutes in to this and it's a total thumbs up!

[@paulmaguire1455]

hello bud most enjoyable clip it was nice to see crowfield church on your searches and yes a most beauitiful church tudor looking i live in ipswich and used to cycle to several churches in the large area my second favourite church great stuff