The IVY, York. Is She Worth it? 🤣

I wanted to treat Helen to a luxury weekend in York.
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Welcome to my Channel,
My name is James and I live full time in my tiny van, however this is not just a van life channel. I enjoy travel, food and drink and making videos 🙂
When I turned 50 I decided I’d had enough of the rat race and working long hours just to pay rent and bills, life was passing me by and I needed a drastic change.
FAQ
Where is Helen?
Helen has a responsible full time job and two children so unfortunately she can’t join me on every trip. I really wish she could.
What equipment do you use?
My vlogging camera is a GoPro Hero 9 but I also use my pixel 6a phone and Lumix G80 camera for other footage
For editing, I used Premiere Pro on an old laptop but I’m saving to buy a more powerful computer.
Do you have children?
Yes I have a 6yr old daughter who lives with her mum but I see her quite a lot. I don’t usually put her on the vlogs and if I do, I block out her face for privacy reasons. I also have a grown up son.
How do you fund your lifestyle?
I don’t need as much to live these days since going full time van life but I receive a small percentage of income from the ads that KZbin put on the videos.
Why the sponsored videos?
I only accept sponsorship from companies I use and trust, this is my fulltime job and my income, it’s how I support my family. (I have Patreon if you prefer videos with no ads).
How do I contact you?
Please contact me here: [e-mail]
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[@sharonbaxter1449]

In this crazy world it is so nice to watch nice people do nice things. I am from Texas and if I ever get to England and surrounding areas these are the exact things I will be doing. History, good food , good drink, and laughter. God Bless you nice people.

[@bythecurb]

Guess where we are visiting in November!? We can meet up for a drink 😂

[@jonathanfinan722]

Is it Scunthorpe?@@bythecurb

[@bythecurb]

😂 how did you guess?!?! 😂

[@bythecurb]

@bythecurb There might be a little trip over the pond! 😁

[@jonathanfinan722]

I can sniff terminal disappointment a mile away.@@bythecurb

[@t.o.n666]

I was half expected you to pop the question there james being you splashed out a bit. Beautiful couple in a beautiful city.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you :-) Maybe next time

[@pauper177]

Yes me too !!!

[@jacquelinemoore7839]

I absolutely love York. The architecture is outstanding. You can walk away hours there. I people watch and when i see old people walk along arm in arm i think how wonderful they got to spend old age together. L❤

[@philaitch8586]

Like others, I thought this was going to be the Engagement stream, a luxury hotel, going to a nice restaurant, one of your favourite places and pubs. It had everything needed to set the scene for the perfect proposal. Helen kept saying it was so romantic, but it was James just being extra nice to Helen because she works so hard ❤. Very thoughtful, James. Have a ring handy next time!😉. Another lovely video as always.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Phil🙂❤

[@johnboy4067]

HELEN LOOKS HALF CUT 😂ALL THE TIME , I LOVE HELEN 😂❤❤❤❤❤GREAT CHANNEL YOUR BOTH GREAT

[@carrieboultby7516]

😁😆😅

[@suewilkinson910]

Nooo, she's just happy. That's what Northerners are like. Well, there are 2 types of Northerners. The miserable old git, sit in a corner studying one pint all night type and the happy, talk to anybody, makes the best of every situation type like Helen. She's adorable.

[@irenedavo3768]

Remember to Thumbs Up 👍

[@bigaldo8187]

Sitting in the sun, watching the world go by, a few beers and good food. Perfect...

[@grantbangkok]

The nicest, most agreeable couple with the worst diet. 😂 love it.

[@johnconnick3796]

Hi guys, thank you for taking us with you 👍😀

[@bythecurb]

Thanks for coming

[@mikestanley4324]

Superb video. We are going to York this week! Brilliant music as well...love a bit of Goldfrapp and Andy Bell!!!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, its a great track

[@mikestanley4324]

@@bythecurb We should meet up for a pint one day!

[@lynnettemcausland9532]

She absolutely is worth it 100% & you're her biggest fan. I love watching how down to Erth Helen is, love watching her drink her pints and enjoy her food, we should see more lovely ladies doing this instead of watching women eat salads & drink sips of water lol. She's my kind of best friend who would encourage you to eat the cake and love life. You guys just match so well, I say it every time. Looks like you had an absolute blast. Thanks for taking us along with yous 💕

[@suewilkinson910]

I love food! No salads here, unless it's as a side to something else. But much as I'd love too, drinking 3 glasses of red would have me asleep on the table. Same with more than 2 pints over a long period. Such a shame. So much water has to be sipped while everyone else has the plonk. I'm always the designated driver for our little village supper club. Me and a guy who has to drive him mother home after we return because she baby sat for him. 6 people get to enjoy the food and the expensive wine. 2 of us share a large bottle of fizzy water and get to claim 1 non-alcoholic drink on the tab. I think we come off badly there.

[@irenedavo3768]

Rum Baba! Yes please!

[@nicholasdavies6264]

“ Ding dong “ 😂"......... 👍 well worth it. Love York !

[@saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555]

Lovely video. Nothing better than treating & splashing out now and again. 👍

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@user-zj3mv5zz7d]

Another enjoyable blog James and Helen .got to say a lot better than most tv stuff. Enjoyable viewing so keep them going, thanks Philip in Blackpool ❤

[@lindashepherd-denny7113]

Helen is worth every penny❤ Love watching your videos, if there were more people like you two, the world would be happier place X

[@suethomson152]

My favourite city. Great look around and lots of memories for this Buxton born kiwi. I watched the Millersdale Taddington walk last night and laughed till I cried. Still laughing when I got to bed. Thank you both

[@Jennifer-ep1sr]

BEST VIDEO YET. Van Gogh and Railway Museum. Went and saw the Duchess of Hamilton AND the Evening Star which was in the workshop, 45 years ago before we moved back to Australia. Thank you so much. ❤🇦🇺

[@stephen7158]

Great video as usual, 2 down to earth lovely people making other people smile.😀 please do more of the same.

[@TimK2646]

Wonderful couple. Made my Sunday happy and complete. York is a beautiful place with cobbled stones and a Cathedral. Over 45K subs now well done

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@TimK2646]

@@bythecurb Thank you. Its a SHAMBLES LOL love you both. I am into Crypts and Tomb Stones, hence love Bronte Country

[@julieclayton4675]

Great stuff James and Helen. We were in York a couple of weeks ago and agree totally that it is a very pricey place. However It is just wonderful and great for a treat. Love Valhalla too spent a few hours in there!

[@user-wq2xi6pv8o]

Really enjoyed the York filming what a beautiful place glad you and Helen enjoyed the pub n hotel you both deserve it your a absolute lovely couple ❤❤

[@bythecurb]

Thanks so much

[@ChrisGreen-qh1wp]

Wow!!!! Looks amazing guys 😊😊 Love York. Its a Beautiful City

[@carolcr4024]

Hi, York one of our favourite places too and we don't live too far away. The Black Swan, you didn't say much about it, did you read about the angry resident ghost who stands at the bar wearing a bowler hat? Well my husband saw him not realising it was him when he walked past. It's TRUE! 😮

[@bythecurb]

We didnt hear about that. Thanks for sharing!! 😳

[@heatherread5314]

Not been to york for ages. Thanks for bringing back some fond memories 😊

[@LauraW-dh2pd]

The cat on the outside of the pub is part of the york cat trail walk it’s great and takes you to parts of York you probably otherwise wouldn’t see! Enjoy your time in York it really is a fab city x

[@Matchlessdc30]

Shes definitely worth it. She’s so lovely. Great company, you’re a lucky guy.

[@WeAreAllData65]

York is Class. 👌✨🏛️🏺🍽️🍻 Long overdue a trip there - tending, always, to visit around Xmas, which seems to maximise it's historic ambience 🎄✨ We also (nearly always) end the afternoon in the Carriage Bar of the Railway Museum 🚂🍾🚃🥂 surrounded by engineering magnificence, whilst supping a very nice glass (or two) of their very reasonably priced, red wine! 🍷+🍷+ 🤪.. 😆✨ FAB vlog, as usual! 👍✨ Many thanks, Jamlen. 🌟🌟

[@Ray-dy7sb]

Great video especially when ye are both in it keep up the good work work ❤

[@Emma-kb1qw]

Lovely vlog ✨👌 Thank you for Sharing, Lovely places & nice company 💞✨👍

[@binbaguk5076]

Helen is always worth it

[@lesley2767]

Gorgeous Helen always smiling

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Lesley 😘 xxx

[@Jimbob-in7hl]

Yet another cracking vlog from our favourite pair 😎

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@lcfcgrayforeverafox3603]

Fantastic york and helen lady of the manor ❤another cracking show cheers guys

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Thank you for the video. What a gorgeous place. Strewth, when my husband says " we'll see: it ALWAYS means no " Have a great time.😊

[@stuart4024]

The answer is James your both worth it !! Speaking from my own experience all my best days out have been spontaneous ones without the need for itinerary, all the best Stuart( the mad Yorkshireman)

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Stuart :-)

[@badgersass]

Can’t believe you asked that question James!!!! Of course she is! She’s a bloody Princess!!! You’re batting well out of your league! You’re opening the batting for England mate with Helen! When in fact you should be opening the batting for Kexborough 3rd team !!😂 You lucky lad!!❤

[@suewilkinson910]

She's a lucky girl too. I have a Northerner husband quite like James in many ways. They are lovely men to be with. Kind, caring, don't show off, good to the people they love. Can't get much better than that. Mine's a much better cook though. Thank goodness because I got bored of cooking decades ago but I do love a nice meal.

[@mikekelly7707]

Cheers guys ,love York one of the uk,s most beautiful cities,,,nice to push the boat out occasionally,all goes towards making great memories,,,looking forward to the next instalment & part 2 of you Q&A vlog ,,,have a good one guys ,,si thee 👍🏽🇪🇸

[@stevemarshall2728]

Yes !❤

[@kathyhayden2499]

Really enjoyed your visit to York expensive but a lovely treat for the two of you❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@fionaduval6764]

Fabulous video. York looks an amazing place to visit, the Van Gogh Museum especially. So glad you both enjoyed such a luxurious break, everyone needs it at some point. I would love to visit the cathedral and castle... something for me to do in the future! Thanks you so much x

[@annieallcock8123]

Great watching guys as always ...love York ❤

[@TimK2646]

Good morning both, another work week begins alas, that Railway Museum is awesome thank you for sharing with the KZbin world

[@julie6040]

Love york too...happy to join you both on another outing

[@always.wondering.wandering]

Loved your luxury weekend tour. I don't have to spend money, I can just enjoy watching you two spend it.😄At least you had some decent weather, no rain. You two did a great job showing us all around York, too bad it was crowded in a lot of places, you'll have to bring us back at a later time. Thank you and see ya next week.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, see you soon :-)

[@raymondadams7570]

love the railway museum, i could spend a week in there

[@user-zl8tj8uc5u]

Love your channel James . But you don’t half spoil that girl 😂 but love how she’s like an Olympic sprinter when she’s going to the next pub lol

[@Hamburger-Gaming86]

Ill be moving back to york sometime soon, miss the place, had many days while at college in the Kings Arms! Brilliant video yet again guys!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@Hamburger-Gaming86]

@@bythecurb get yourself in the golden fleece next time man :)

[@annetimmins1915]

Hi Helen and James... yours is my favourite channel! 😍 The next time you come to York, you should visit the Brew York tap room and beer hall on Walmgate! You would both love it!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, we love York so will check that out next time we are there.

[@user-xz1ey4kr7n]

I agree things so very expensive now..and not that good in restaurants..I always get disappointed..so stopped going...doing my own thing at home much cheaper and better quality etc..thank u for the trip around york..loved it..the hotel was lovely. Suspect you both had lovely dovey morning after heads at the breakfast table..lol..take care...

[@lisaclarke799]

Love York! My lad lives in knaresborugh he told us to visit the vanhalla!! But we didn't ( kicking myself now) so next visit a definatly! Again love you two and have you been to Thirsk there's a charity shop every other shop!!😂 X

[@Rebellious.mermaid]

I was born in york, just down the road from the Phoenix, moved away & returned as an adult to live for 7 years, i NEVER knew of the Phoenix!!! cant believe it! Love your channel!

[@mickyboy6673]

Beautiful day, beautiful city and a beautiful couple, fantastic vid!😘

[@SusanTurner-yo9lf]

That looked like a perfect trip away, just brilliant ❤

[@linpownall4381]

Another brilliant video I love the pubs you go in we’ve gotta find them when we go thanks ❤

[@jenniferball3924]

Great video love Helen's outfit❤

[@03siskin]

Love watching you two, cheers me up , once I am feeling well I will visit a couple of your places

[@suzieq2958]

You were having a luxury weekend and by the river eating your pastries, when I was sooo disappointed. Helen put her hand on your shoulder and there was no ring! What a windup 😉😉💜

[@suzieq2958]

Wrote that before I read ANY other comments by the way, by the curb! 😃

[@tonyjoint9465]

Love watching your pub crawls its exactly what me and Mrs do when visiting these places! Sod the sites 🤣🤣

[@TheGreen-team]

Brilliant video, York is one of our favourite places...you both look amazing. Michelle and Alan xx

[@user-jb2pb2th9b]

Another great video James. Liked the music too. Love york x

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@EilishGleeson]

Love York it’s one of my favourite places to visit but sometimes you can go and it’s absolutely packed and I don’t like it when it’s too busy but I do my best to not let it ruin my day it can be difficult as I walk with a walking stick so it can be quite tricky when having to dodge around people

[@user-rp5vs1xs8q]

I love watching you too. You really make my evening all the places you go to York looks a really nice place I’m gonna put that on my list my list seems to get longer watching you you too.

[@bythecurb]

You should go. York is lovely H x

[@countmurcielago9802]

What a great video as you always bring such a laugh you can’t beat a day on the peeve around York I had a mate who lived there You did Helen proud for sure she is priceless am sure 😊

[@maureenaitken5299]

Great video! We went early February when they had an ice sculpture trail. I think York’s always busy. We also sat in the front bar of the bluebell pub and they served great pork pies. Met loads of lovely locals in there.

[@Nice-places]

Another great video . Thank you so much. I’ll be in York for three days Sunday 21st , can’t wait !!!

[@martintaylor5879]

Absolutely worth it love the Valhalla use to nightclub in York been hundreds of times my late grandmother lived on Bishopthorpe road ..great blog James and Helen ❤

[@somersetflower]

Fabulous vlog. York is so beautiful. Feel as though I've been to the Ivy now as well ! Lovely to see gorgeous Helen being so relaxed we all know how hard you work H. Thanks for sharing you2 Janice xx

[@stephenwood9104]

Fabulous vlog as always guys, York is such a beautiful city and you have put so much effort into highlighting the wonders of this charming city ❤️👍 really appreciate you sharing this wonderful video

[@andymartin3039]

Great video, I love York been many times and you went in my favourite pub 'the blue bell', only went in for the first time last year but instantly loved it.

[@bythecurb]

Its a great pub

[@phonepower66]

I like your videos. You make them very interesting,with your humour,planning ? And the editing is great . You manage to keep me watching for 30 minutes. You show just enough of each location to keep it interesting. Look forward to the next adventure.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, I try to keep the pace of the videos just right. glad you noticed 🙂

[@ElToro2000UK]

Such a nice video. I loved the music in the last minutes of it with the trains. Thank you.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you :-)

[@user-if1cj2kz8s]

Great vlog as always. Love to both of you. Lucy ❤️ xx

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Lucy 🙂❤

[@kitchenworker446]

Aw...that was lovely. Helen...you looked lovely in your beautiful outfits...James you scrubbed up well an' all xx

[@kaikito7662]

I loved, loved, loved this video so much that I'm about watch it again - not too sure about keeping the cravat on, though. Thank you, James. Thank you, Helen. And thank you for a fantastic soundtrack.

[@TimBray-bh8ib]

Another great video. Love you both x

[@SCARHEMBROW]

You two lovelies have had some ' reet' luck lately wiv the weather and the Triffic visits to Shrewsbury, Ludlow and York ....loving it ...' keep on being you ' ....

[@sailfinplecsb]

Stopped in the Churchill last summer , great hotel perfectly placed .

[@peterdawson5115]

Pleased yo7 enjoyed York, I live just outside, nice to visit, but it’s always rammed, and pricey, next time have a pint in The Snikelway on Goodramgate, you two would love it in there, proper pub, and decent prices. Take care both. 🍺👍

[@andywright3450]

Hi james and helen wonderful place york been loads ... Its always packed mate and Christmas time lots worse too .... Great shops pubs and wonderful old buildings mate ... Wonderful video this thanku

[@wja007]

Love the music selection. Reminds me of visiting my cousin in Donny, pub crawl. Keep up the great work.

[@lizscott6911]

Great blog, I went to York when it was quiet, thank goodness.

[@neddered77]

hey guys great video, Helen looked amazing in her attire , lucky James having a classy lady ❤🎉

[@hartleysadventures9113]

Bravo... fantastic as always, love u guys.

[@broadpete]

Yep, best one yet. Strong subject, obvs great couple, great production. Good length too. Squeezed a lot in. Thanks.

[@carolewinskill2738]

You both deserve nice hotel stays and good restaurants a lovely treat .York is Fabulous thanks for the pubs you take us along to they are very nice. Hope you both had a great time 😊.Looking forward seeing next video 😊😊.

[@bythecurb]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@aslandama]

Thanks as always for sharing. I'd defo love Valhalla too, one of my favourite pubs in London Is The Black Heart in Camden, great metal/rock pub with a relaxing vibe, gorgeous people.

[@Clarebrya_n]

Going to york wed. Going to my fav place for lunch the cut and craft. Love it there. Always have the sea bass

[@Freckleonacruiser]

Thanks so much for this excellent video - my partner and I will be spending a couple of days in York in May and really looking forward to it - your sgiiestions are great! 😊

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, we love York

[@ernestbailey9194]

Lovely video. Looked nice weather for your trip. Such a beautiful place, glad you went to the railway museum. But being a Barnsley lad owt for nowt and thal go. Loved it.

[@bythecurb]

I'd run out of money so had to do something free!! 😂

[@lawrencewatters5448]

Absolutely brilliant you two are so great together 😀😀

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 🙂❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you so much 😁

[@susanevans3215]

Love York,have not been for years,makes me realise need to have another visit x

[@donnapierce8558]

Omg the Shambles 😳 I’ve never seen it so busy! Great to see you being recognised so much 👍🏻

[@Freedom2Roam.]

Love this video. Such a nice place and I love that bath. It’s so relaxing watching you two. Love Helen’s white outfit . Thank you James 😊

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Jules, glad you like the videos :-)

[@connieh6136]

York is steeped in history beautiful place,thank you guys for sharing 💛🥂

[@Hawkeye_360]

Wow... No wonder every towns like a ghost town, because everyone's in York 😂. Thats how our town used to be.

[@benjiskitts]

Nice ❤. You have to have a treat once in a while , looks nice in York .

[@johnround1697]

A coffee when the pubs are open😂your so funny james. Very nice treat for you both enjoyed watching you both while eating my ham sandwich thanks😂 You both deserve it ,what are you up to on the next one?

[@bythecurb]

Hi John, I've just filmed a solo vlog on the East coast then we might be going to Manchester

[@daviddack1930]

Nice to still see a lovely traditional, olde England city not yet spoilt by . . . I'll leave that one to you. I'm from Canterbury and its such a horrible place these days. So James and Helen, if you do venture 'dan sowf'. Save your time and money And don't come to Canterbury. Maybe Tunbridge Wells or go to Benidorm again ❤

[@suewilkinson910]

That's sad. I've not been to Canterbury but it sounds like it should be perfect. What's happened to it?

[@daviddack1930]

Full of feral kids. High crime. Homelessness, professional beggars. Loads of stores closed and now it's full of coffee shops. Parking is extravagant and the head of the church of England is a woke, lefty, looney plonker. Apart from that..... you may like it 🤐

[@Zephyrines]

Ah really enjoyed that little tour of York thank you. I have never been to York so I should put it on my list, I will give The Ivy a miss though... I have been to the one in Covent Garden and came out over £!00 lighter and I am sure I lost weight while I was there too, I came out starving hungry and went straight to Tescos for a meal deal. Thanks again to both of you, all the best, David x

[@bythecurb]

Thanks David, yes the portions were quite small. We fancied a kebab after! 😂

[@jameshallen007]

Look forward to you both doing Lincoln!! 👍

[@KirstenAston]

Love this channel ❤ thank you both for taking us along each week and making me question why we need to continue with the “norm” pay day - bills paid - no money left treadmill we do month after month 🙃