We Found an ABANDONED London College Built in the 1800s!

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Today we visit Kingswood lodge, a 19th century grade II Listed building.
Originally built as a women only college, the building and campus was designed by Victorian entrepreneur Thomas Holloway.
Join us as we avoid cameras and the dreaded security to explore this stunning old building.
Joined by
‪@HIDDENHISTORYWITHRAY‬
Eddy and Neddy
#abandonedplaces #abandonedplacesuk #urbexuk #vacanthaven #abandonedmansion #derelictplaces #urbex

[@sam-bp4uh]

I like that when there's 3 or 4 of you that Eddie turns into dad and the rest of you turn into giggling teenagers behind him lol

[@angelacook1533]

Not far from 100k, you are doing an amazing job, the channel is going from strength to strength xx

[@VacantHaven]

Thank you! Yeah it's pretty awesome the support the channels getting. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

[@deborahevans1452]

The tiles in the hallway are earthenware tiles made in the 19th century by William De Morgan he was inspired by Middle Eastern ceramics very collectible and valuable

[@daphnerosemoon9843]

Thank you, that's interesting 😃

[@VacantHaven]

Wow!

[@Linzie157]

You lads make me smile, so down to earth and genuine. I am in a wheelchair and couldn't possibly do what you do, you make it possible for me to see these things l thank you ❤

[@jillfarrell6388]

Ned and Ed.. yay guaranteed a laff with those two. ❤😂 Amazing find....

[@MrBobbalus]

Hey guys. Superb video; what a stunning building. Just need to clear a little confusion.....the subject of this video - Kingswood Lodge - was built as a residence by William Smith in 1803. It had various owners over the centuries. The building you're confusing it with is the Founders Building of Royal Holloway University, less than 10 minutes walk away, which was indeed built as an all-women college by Thomas Holloway in 1879, at the suggestion of his wife, Jane. The University acquired the Lodge & grounds, renamed it Kingswood Hall & it's used as student accommodation, social hub & learning facilities. According to the website, it's currently closed for renovation.

[@andylucas4031]

My father used to work there many years ago(building maintenace).And i used to go with him sometimes.

[@v1sionary100]

That rooftop was awesome! Tottenham House vibes.

[@Irishman5]

Cool looking place but i still cant stop laughing at the part ye passed the elevators and edd said that's the one from upstairs brilliant 😂😂😂

[@macwarrior59]

Back in the 60s my girlfriend was a student here; I spent many a weekend climbing in and out of windows as blokes weren’t allowed in 😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@helentucker6407]

Wow, that view from the roof! 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍

[@nathanhodges7823]

Hey chaps - The blast proof door is a requirement for sub-stations with large transformers just in case they explode - fun fact!

[@nathancull3476]

You guys are hilarious, that was a good explorer.

[@Randy-wp3bc]

I noticed Ed's exploring stance on the way out in the last vid. It's a thing of beauty lol. 😆. I thought it might be his, "Clearly we're just passing through...my hands are behind my back walk". Overhead plane shot...nice. 👍

[@carolmanson7083]

Awesome l wish they could home the homeless people there keep up good work

[@rebeccabailey9258]

Very fun explore! So glad most of the lights were on. The three of you are so entertaining! Glad Ray could join. Thank goodness for no security as it made for a more relaxed explore. The original building was beautiful! Loved the wood & iron staircase. Nice tile at the outside entrance & the interior entry. Seems like these buildings could still serve a purpose as so much is still in tact. Would definitely redo a few of those bathrooms! Thank you so much for exploring for us. Stay safe!

[@maz121able]

Good find I think it did close in COVID time. Nice to see Ray again he has a cheeky smile 😁😁😁😁

[@VacantHaven]

Yeah glad to have Ray and his dirty jokes back on tour lol. Glad you enjoyed, and hope you and Elsa have a great week 😀👍👍👍

[@clarepartrick1066]

This find has the wow factor, look forward to watching.👌🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@debbiefigures9323]

Another excellent video Alex, you are nearly getting a fancy youtube button too 😮😊 the terrible trio were great today ❤

[@debbiefigures9323]

Also great to see Ray and his cheeky smile 😂

[@nbwelsh]

Working a 12 hr night shift. I'll have to catch up on my break.

[@VacantHaven]

Oh dear! Hope the shift goes quick 👍

[@DW-dd4iw]

If you're a security guard for an abandoned building, watch out for urban explorers!!!

[@robinwilliams9284]

Love Ed and Ned.

[@1MartinWaite]

What a shame that a lot of it was locked up can you not phone ahead and get it all open up for you. I would have loved to see some old original features but maybe the next place with luck. Keep safe all of you please.

[@essbee8028]

Ed touching the door handles with his cuffs 😂cmon mate you’re explorers not burglars 😂 Top content as usual boys

[@BlytheWorld1972]

Nice to see ray with you he was always fun...

[@chrisdainton9880]

VacantHaven smashing it again!! 👌🏻

[@jennycampbell5236]

Wow. So many corridors and rooms going off everywhere. Would be great buildings for laser tag.

[@Tigrisszem27]

how many people would be happy if they could study here, but I don't understand, London is one of the biggest cultural centers, I hope someone will manage it soon!✋

[@Linda.bailey157]

Brilliant watch, you guys together are an awesome watch

[@msuddaby9958]

wow another great video , stay safe guys

[@jimmime]

So much just left, just empty. Are they ever going to use it again? Thanks for the explore, Alex, Ned, Ed, and Ray!

[@barbhenderson4867]

Lovely place guys, thanks for showing us xx

[@russellstanford4584]

Another excellent piece of content. So funny wot happened to Edd he seemed to have turned in to Captain Mainwaring 😂😅. Russell❤

[@nannyofmany8315]

Catching up. Concussion Couldn’t see screen properly last night lol. Fell down stairs and cracked my skull. Ouch. But still laughing! Will comment after I finish watching. 🤪

[@nannyofmany8315]

Ed, Ned, and Ray accompanying you this lovely place was just what you needed Alex. All of you a little bit potty helps to bring us a great video. Always cheeky, full of Humour Eddie never fail to bring us all to fits of the giggles. Ned too trying to open the hatch and Ray sounding more like Hammy every week (in a cute sort of way) always give us a cheery grin. This was a fun explore. Thank you. The views from the roof were Spectacular. Good on you 4. Love you guys NANNY! 🤗❤️👍🏻😁

[@maz121able]

Oh nanny are you ok?

[@nannyofmany8315]

@@maz121able Awww. Ty Jane. Yessss. Takes more than a tumble to hold me down. It, happened Saturday/sunday morning in an airB&B. Big family reunion with sibling. Haven’t seen for years. Too much good red wine (not a drinker) and uneven steps on stairs and over I went. Blood everywhere! But the best night I think any of my family thought possible! I thought I would run out of blood because it wouldn’t stop. But tuff old Nanny will live to fight another day lol. I can always see the amusing side of a situation. Thank goodness. Just after I fell my 73 yr old brother went over the same un level stairs. We had a great night loolololol. He is fine too. Can’t take us oldies anywhere. He is now on his way back to Australia with his Grandson. lol. I can focus now. Lol

[@nannyofmany8315]

Oh Maz. I had you confused with MadHead Jane. lol. Ohhhhh boy! So sorry. Concussion is so comical! Not!! Basically I fell down stairs at a family reunion. Right at the end of the most amazingly wonderful day and evening. Seeing siblings I hadn’t seen for ever. Very large family we all ended up pretty much estranged! But are now closer than possibly imagined. All turned out wonderfully apart from spilling my brains all over the stairs. Never mind. I still have a little bit left. Enough to function. Just! So sorry. In my head, you were littlemissmadhead (Jane). But you are dear Maz!! See. Concussion is sorting itself out. Bless you!

[@maz121able]

@@nannyofmany8315 oh nanny you so made me laugh 😂😂😂 I thought to myself she has finally gone and lost the plot ha ha ha xxx

[@leeparker7194]

Cracking explore lads! Great to see Ray out with you. Quality as always 👌 👏 💪⭐️😎

[@VacantHaven]

Glad you enjoyed Lee, luckily no running from security!

[@joshquigg8819]

Biggest question is who would win in a fight EDDIE or RAY 🥊

[@smarty4jenny]

That dead smell would have been the security guard trapped in the lift!

[@maz121able]

Ha ha ha 😂😂😂😂

[@MarHauck]

As always another good find 😂

[@elliot438bcfcVTEC]

Looks to be recent. Cars on site and no bollards on street view a year ago

[@Thediscohkidd78]

Craftsmanship & tile work OMG 😍😍😍 thank y'all from north Carolina

[@carolannelodwick3995]

Aww that was just amazing! So many original features what a fabulous explore ,Thank you all so much 😊

[@nbwelsh]

Fine show.

[@imim995]

Brilliant explore 😊

[@BlytheWorld1972]

Love your videos the banter is great also .. great lads always fun ..

[@sarahtaylor2492]

Fantastic explore at a fantastic historical location. What more could we want from a exploration video. Wonderful Alex, thank you ❤

[@paulvamos7319]

Thank you for the amazing tour! Too bad y'all couldn't find a way in the main house! 😂 Ned made Eddie squeek!

[@keyrone77]

Was a good one that. Cheers lads

[@user-hz2ij9uw8w]

Beautiful place and the view was beautiful thank you guys see you next week thank you ❤

[@jasonshull3106]

Thanks for the great video.

[@stuartfletcher2378]

Thank you all for a terrific explore , that place was awesome and you had it all to yourselves . On tour with Pompeye , He is the best . God Bless you all till next week , Stuart in Canada ...

[@VacantHaven]

Cheers Stuart 👍👍

[@AceHardware-vu9bz]

Leave ray at home

[@Cueman222]

Ned and Ed do not look innocent.😂🤣😂🤣❤ Alex, what did we tell you about picking up Frenchmen off the street.🤣🤣

[@normanwhiteheed7464]

Be careful alex.ned and ed get there own show.what was Ed doing on floor.good laugh.thanks guys.❤

[@llamedosr7843]

The smell of old wood. You sure thats not Ed with a semi on?

[@chrisfulthorpe7006]

Thanks guys, was late to the party,cos notis didnt work :( but caught up now, great job as usual, you all do make me laugh :) What a shame thats going to waste tho :(

[@AceHardware-vu9bz]

I like ray but not on this channel I have gotten so used to Alex ned and Ed it's so hard to watch other people

[@Sunshinebeauty56]

Loves old building, great video ❤

[@BeverleyKovacs]

Looks brill can't wait xxx❤

[@ChrisSmith-qq4mv]

Loved ittt well done 💯

[@user-gp6oc6hr3t]

Love you guys! So much fun!

[@BillVee]

Classic old building. Top explore guys 👍

[@grahamfoster9404]

Nice video gents , channel is going great and getting more professional every time , Keep up the good work......

[@marilynhill6365]

Just watched it guys what a stunning place it's a shame it's going to waste love what you do ❤❤

[@donnawheeldon9880]

Another great find guys ❤

[@martinsmith8572]

Good evening VH I'm watching from the tablet tonight so wont be in chat, Hope you had a great week and not got sunburned at all pmsl sorry drowned. see ya in the video.😀

[@tealescope]

Kingswood closed for 'refurbishment' less than a year before this was uploaded. I took a wander around there in winter of 2022 when the students were away for winter break and had a meal in the dining hall. It didn't look much better back then unfortunately, even when still operational. When Royal Holloway acquired it, is was used as accommodation for the newly admitted male students, then became co-ed. It's a shame it's been allowed to fall into such disrepair. It could be such a special place if it were refurbished and looked after properly - especially that tennis court! I hope Royal Holloway can bring it back to its former glory. Looks like those renovations are going well, lol...

[@gail727]

Thats a cool place. Enjoyed this one a lot x

[@barrymcnea5261]

You guys are absolutely amazing found you on you tube a year ago and I'm hooked. Keep up the good work guys and I will spread the news about you to everyone I know and get them subscribe

[@dandesjardins2552]

Doesn't look very abandoned with lights and no graffity

[@sarah3136]

What a waste! This site could be turned in to much needed housing!

[@iFunktion]

Lol, that's next to where my sister lives. if it's down south east london

[@rebeccamayers2056]

It's nice when you have some background info👍

[@philipgardner7360]

Crusader Insurance...I wonder what happened to them...??

[@Rose46846]

You are great please always have Edd on here with you.

[@pda49184]

Another great explore Guy's.. Makes you wonder why those buildings haven't been repurposed ?

[@kathpayne4364]

Awesome place just going to waste. The view from the roof was amazing!! Was there any security there? .If so glad you avoided them.. Nearly at the 100k mark.. Suscribe people as Eddy would say.. 😂

[@johnwebster3001]

Thanks for all the great videos guys, have you ever explored the Unfinished Palace Folly of Hoogstraten’s just outside Uckfield in East Sussex, might be an interesting one?

[@ronbaker3949]

Howdy!

[@tinaa2437]

Hey guys please hit the like button. Thank you x

[@anthonyf107]

Think you need a a skeleton key next time 🤣 great vid though huge place

[@oligorman999]

I like your channel is the best video in the world 🌎🌎

[@cjmcl3460]

Ha! I was right it is a school!

[@philipgardner7360]

It was the HQ of a insurance company ...its visible from the M 25

[@PIGGYm3opt]

NO, IT WAS NOT. IT IS KINGSWOOD HALL NEXT TO THE RAF MEMORIAL COOPERS HILL LANE, TW20 0LG. PART OF ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON. I WORKED THERE TILL I RETIRED IN 2019.

[@nannyofmany8315]

Thanks

[@VacantHaven]

Hi Nanny! Cheers as always, I'm sorry to hear about your accident. Hope you're feeling better. You have to rest up with an injury like that. Take care and all the best 😁👍👍👍

[@maz121able]

@Nanny what happened?

[@pixidanberty5530]

Hahaha Neds hiney!!!

[@jennifercartwright7278]

💜💜💜

[@dandesjardins2552]

This looks completely habitual

[@unalunar7362]

Just amazed squatters haven't taken over I'd be straight there myself

[@daphnerosemoon9843]

Very nice, would make great flats. I enjoyed that, thank you very much 💖💖💖💖🍺🍺🍺🍺🍕🍕🍕🍕🍰🍰🍰🍰 Oh well have to wait a whole week now ☹

[@VacantHaven]

Sorry Jackie lol but we're glad you enjoy it! Yes, unfortunately it will be probably be flats now, at least the building is fine as it's listed. Have a great week 😀👍👍👍

[@daphnerosemoon9843]

@@VacantHaven I'm happy to know it will be saved 😀 You all have a happy healthy week and some fun.💖💖💖💖

[@DortheHj-ze6yb]

Fedt sted. Spænde. ❤

[@kieranorourke2269]

Who hears a women’s voice at 7;11 sounds like a moan or like a hey there ??

[@Westfale08]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@dandesjardins2552]

Okay sorry spoke to soon needs alittpe fixing 😂

[@jeffthomas5291]

ABANDONED ????????????????????????????

[@rejscott8626]

Surprised it’s not full of those that come in on boats

[@salvador2506]

Loving this channel how old are you and Ned I'm from copnor

[@user-ft9ib5ho2u]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@freeee1234]

Hehe some nice shits and giggles there guys lots of fun antics 😊,bloody rabbit Warren that place

[@autobahnproven]

007? More like double 0 zero😂

[@tamzcountrylife]

☺☺

[@leewright5691]

Whereabouts in London was it?