Why I’m not afraid to show the reality of Blackpool

I explain why I show Blackpool warts & all.
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[@eddyhammerton3310]

if you dont show the negative parts of Blackpool they wont improve they will just get worse and your a Blackpool lad who loves his home town and wants the best for the place .

[@moze7689]

Mr wild side....take no notice of people who obviously havnt watched all your content..u give an up 2 date honest opinion also u drop the history in which is great..u will always get the odd Karen moaning ..nothing else better 4 them todo....keep vids coming......

[@alangentleman6799]

I wholeheartedly agree

[@fs357mag]

You are the Clint Eastwood of Blackpool … you show the good, the bad, and the ugly. Respect. 👍🏻

[@stephendonkin5497]

Stephen in my opinion your the best Blackpool reviewer on KZbin always look for them, keep them coming

[@Rose-zw2oe]

Beautiful Blackpool All she needs is love ❤ 😍 💖 ❣ 💕 💘 ❤ Best Wishes to all 🌹

[@joantennant5579]

Keep on doing your videos I think you do a great 👍 job I’ve been staying in Blackpool for holidays and we used to love ❤️ coming there we found the people of Blackpool very friendly I miss coming 😢 now as age has stopped me so don’t take any notice to the moaners look forward to seeing your next video as always and a big hi to Blackpool tower had some lovely times dancing 💃 their

[@SuperLisalis]

Rose you hit the nail on the head, we just need T.L.C..

[@richardhinchliffe1678]

Your videos are amazing stephen and you show both sides of Blackpool the good and bad keep doing what you doing mate 👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Richard 👍

[@garymitchell8394]

Steve...the only reason I watch your channel is you show all the good bad and ugly about this jewel of the North West. You do an amazing job 👏 Keep it up bro! ❤

[@stephenbrown8744]

He's probably a local councillor, ashamed at the deprivation, which us locals know as South Shore.

[@alanturfmoor4076]

no im from todmorden lancs near Burnley.

[@janolaful]

When macmaster and Stephen posted, they spoke to a Councillor who's trying his best to change things. Everywhere have bad place's

[@stephenbrown8744]

@@janolaful They have no problem spending money on the town centre, Bond Street is an utter disgrace.

[@stephenbrown8744]

@@alanturfmoor4076 My post was a dig at the local council. Stephen does a sterling job of portraying Blackpool, warts and all.

[@arfabarmcake2776]

I dont think South Shore is too bad, it’s Central Drive and Dickson Rd areas that are deprived

[@manneroo]

Keep up the good work pal. Reality is better than fiction on a factual channel.

[@lunevalleyparanormal]

I think the fact you have 58k subscribers shows you must be doing something right As someone who lived & worked in the Blackpool area I’d say you provide a balanced view Keep doing what you’re doing Stephen 👍🏻

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

🙏🙏🙏

[@theagunton3811]

Hi. Good on you. What do people expect. We have been called the Vegas of the North. I've been there and there are some very fruity areas there that you never see. Not all about the Strip. I feel safe everywhere in Blackpool. Lived off Central Drive for 17 years on Rydal Ave. Never had a problem. I walk everywhere. Now up off Whitegate so gone a bit posh.....ha ha. Anyway keep it up. Love your videos. Love Blackpool. Cheers. Xx

[@mrperfectedkelly]

Your videos are great Stephen! They are a very good advert for Blackpool and allow people who could not get to the town to share the experience with you. Every city or town has its bad bad areas too. I live in Brighton which is fantastic, but there are still bits of it that aren’t fantastic as well. Keep up the great work Stephen 😊

[@martinwebb1681]

Yeah, like the blooming stony beach, agony with bare feet. 😂

[@janetagbugblah8127]

That's my local beach. I love living in Blackpool South. Just a short walk down Squires Gate and and straight on to the beach. It's a locals beach in as much as tourist don't come down this far. Its our open secret.

[@sharonackerman4255]

Ignore the negative comments. You do provide a balanced view of Blackpool. If people don't like what you do they can always turn off.

[@dianemckill5708]

I stay at b and b up at South shore and that's what you always do, which I love, you just love the sea, sunset and the atmosphere of the whole beach. As I said last time I love just sitting on the stairs listening and watching the sea.

[@wendilloyd1825]

Love all your Blackpool walks and your voice is theroputic keep up the good work you tell it as it is the history the environment the people ❤

[@jacquelinebuist1128]

We think you show Blackpool as it is. We have been coming to Blackpool from Glasgow for 18 years. we have said exactly the same as you. Most of these people who put Blackpool down haven't even been. Every town has its good and bad and its good to show warts and all. Thank you for all your vlogs, Stephen. Yes, we do wish we were in Blackpool just now, but we will be down soon enough (July & Nov). Thank you once again Stephen, keep up the good work & good luck for that award. You definitely deserve it 🏆🥇 xxx 💚 ❤️

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Jacqueline 🙏

[@jacquelinebuist1128]

@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool You are more than welcome. We are looking forward to possibly collecting out calendars this year rather than you posting them out. Fingers crossed. Keep vlogging as you do and change for no one but yourself (if you have to) xxx 💚❤️

[@kevinmott6205]

You do not need to justify yourself Stephen whatsoever you legend❤Keep on keeping on my friend. 😊 Thanks for the video 😊😊😊

[@user-qv4qx1hd2t]

We love all your videos. It's good to see a variety. We've been watching since Lockdown. Your videos got my son through Covid. Blackpool is his happy place, and he was really depressed that he couldn't go to his happy place. We would watch your videos as a family, and it made us happy to see Gabriel happy it's not easy for a child with Autism when their routine is out of. So sync. We owe this channel a lot of gratitude. Ignore the haters and the keyboard warrior's and keep up the good work. Thank you walk on the wild side.

[@thisperson5294]

Really enjoy your videos. If you only ever praised Blackpool, people would complain about that! 😂

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Probably lol 😂

[@jackymitchell8487]

As a Blackpudlian now retired in Scotland I look forward Stephen to seeing every new vid WHATEVER you are filming. Some of the things you say have become your noted catch phrases.....such as Its Kicking off in Blackpool....they always make me smile. You do a wonderful job Stephen and am really enjoying your travels too. ❤

[@glynncooke5653]

Another fantastic video Steve! I love watching all your videos. You deserve an OBE for all your hard work 😊

[@WarmasAsunnedcat]

Stephen I think you are a great positive for Blackpool. You clearly love the city and I’ve said it before but it’s worth repeating “Walk on the wild side for Mayor of Blackpool!”

[@liverpoolk648]

Stephen Hello...Liverpool Kev here again...As you can tell from the title I have nothing to do with Blackpool...Born and bred in Liverpool...after 20 years in London)...now living in Southport that can mirror Blackpool's issues on a smaller scale...Ironically i nearly posted this comment 'a few videos ago'...I wanted to say to you how heartwarming it was to share how genuinely proud you are of your hometown...I joked a while back...I could be watching Mauritius instead of Blackpool....but find you utterly compelling...because of the skilled 'storytelling' aspect of your videos...in a previous life before illness I was a speaker on cruise ships...and 'trust me' I learned what attracted audiences and what didn't !...You have that quality Stephen...You should be proud of your passion for Blackpool....and ever improving presentation skills too...As ever....Liverpool Kev

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Liverpool Kev

[@sandrafi754]

You always give a honest view of Blackpool keep up the good work

[@maccate6868]

Keep doing what you do Stephen. Your videos are an important documentation of Blackpool as a whole, much of which little is recorded or has ever been recorded in writing, photographs or audio visual. You are creating a valuable record of social history.

[@nigelstringerNVS]

You do a fabulous job Stephen showing Blackpool and I am sure many have learned from the history you tell us.

[@SuperLisalis]

Being B/pool born n bred myself, I can say your channel is Super. Every town has its dark sides ,folk would moan if you ignored the aspect. I heard a foreign chap filmed Bpool n some lady saw her hubby on vid with another woman, now you go out your way not to film folks I notice. Also my mother now in her late 80s with Alzheimer's, When she watches a twinkle appears in her eyes n I think it jogs her brain into reality..nearly. Keep doing what you do Stephen, it is YOUR channel after all, you know what is best for it. Thankyou for your hard work, it is appreciated by 99.9 % of us, We do not call Stephen Mr Blackpool for nothing !!!

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

🙏🙏🙏

[@Claire-fw2rw]

Seaside towns all have their own challenges. What you’re showing is honest, and if that raises awareness all to the good.

[@andyv-vx8il]

well said fella 👍 people need to know as much about an area, good and bad 👍👍👍

[@Grid56]

I agree. Your videos are fair and balanced. Both the beautiful and the beer monsters in equal proportions❤ . Tower🗼 always looks fantastic lit up and is still an icon after all this time.

[@user-dp1bz4ql9f]

Love your vidios one of best youtubers thanks don't let the haters put you down love blackpool too 😊

[@missliverpoolcatlady]

Ignore the moaners ,you will always get them. I think you give a balanced overall view and not favourable one way or the other xx Ps. Kevaster needs to button it 😊

[@ItsBrillant]

Cracks me up. Everybody threw pelters at Stephen when he used harmless Clickbait about leaving Blackpool.. Bloke can't do right for doing wrong. He's wasted in Blackpool the Gloucester Vlog was brillant. More of that and less bloody Blackpool. It's been done too death..

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I think he did. Looks like the comment was removed lol

[@ItsBrillant]

@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool I commented on it around 8am today and it mysteriously just vanished like Lee's Hair 😆

[@WhatisLifeWithoutMusic5]

My grandparents lived in St Anne's on Sea. We spent all summer holidays there going to Blackpool catching the old green and cream trams at Starr Gate to Pleasure Beach,seeing the shows at the end of all the piers and the Winter Gardens. That was the late 60s to mid 80s. Sadly it definitely is not the same place now.

[@gavinbrien9351]

You can see Blackpools fantastic Victoran history and heritage buildings through the tat . Blackpool is a lovely place. Great video Stephen ❤

[@janicedenny9369]

You do an amazing job. I will always love Blackpool. A girl from Ohio who fell in love with a Blackpool lad.

[@phillipmorgan8220]

Hi Stephen I really enjoy your videos keep it going you are doing a great job ⭐️⭐️👍👍👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Phillip 👍

[@marycalderbank8998]

Well, personally, I really enjoy your perspective of Blackpool, you are a local, you share your home with us, I love walking the streets with you, never stop. X

[@jacquelinemccann1493]

You always show the positives and negatives Stephen and that's why I love watching all your videos, keep up the good work 👏 😊

[@Masonjamesvlogs]

Good on you Stephen. I don’t even care the good and the bad. Will always be my second home ❤️

[@anthonygoodwin7083]

Brilliant video Stephen, keep up the good work! 👌

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

Stephen, I think you show a balanced view of Blackpool. Every town has it’s places that are perhaps not as nice as others and not necessarily worth not visiting a town and missing out on the positives of a town. Genuinely the busy commercialised parts of Blackpool are attractive to me personally but you have shown me things that have attracted me and indeed I visited last Autumn and booked a ride on the Fish n Chip tram ride because you had shown this. Keep it up Stephen 👍

[@thechatterguys]

We certainly can't get enough of The Wild Side! Keep up the good work. Best love Colin & Tim 👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks guys.

[@CHRIS-xm1do]

We stayed in Blackpool 30 odd years ago in the Claremont hotel and really enjoyed our time there in Blackpool. Obviously you love your home town and us subscribers love your vids, keep them coming👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@itsmelampoi]

I walked that beach from stargate to st annes. Lovely bit of coastline. And you are very fair on your coverage .

[@stevep9934]

I am moving to Blackpool south shore and I have been watching your videos which are very informative feel I know my way around Blackpool already. Keep up the good work showing the good and not so good Blackpool. 👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Glad to help

[@Gill-Leeds]

Really enjoy your videos Stephen, you've got it spot on, it's good to see the warts and all. A true picture of Blackpool👍

[@user-on3zp6jn5d]

I think your videos are great. Blackpool has been through a bad patch but with lots of new developments Blackpool will soon bounce back. You have so many superb things Winter Gardens, Grand Theatre, The Tower Thanks Stephen for all your videos.

[@carlrobson5745]

Its good that you do show the warts and all of Blackpool every town has them I've not been for over 20 years and its interesting to see how the place has changed.

[@gavinbrien9351]

You don't have to explain yourself. Great videos. It's a pity other residents don't love Blackpool half as much as you do.

[@francisnewmarch6837]

Every village has one don't worry about them. Your films are a treat be it beer monsters or sunsets. All the best wishes from London. Ps. You get the silver plaque I've got the nail and hammer😊

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Great stuff!

[@jayoneill1533]

Your videos are always fun and very entertaining. Steve, I’ve been to the UK several times but never to Blackpool but I feel that I have a sense of the town because of your Wild Side videos. Keep up the good work and remember this regarding trolls, never complain and never explain because all they want in their drab little lives is a bit of attention.

[@MrHarrysdad]

Don't change anything Stephen. Your ballance of the channel is spot on. Good for standing up for yourself and your (our) channel.

[@annb5562]

Thank you for showing the real Blackpool and taking me for a short visit home, now and again ❤

[@robertgudge3150]

Another great video Stephen, carry on doing what you do, it’s the only way to show what any town is about. I was up in Blackpool for my first ever visit last month, loved seeing all the places you’ve showed, looking forward to coming back!

[@mikey76710]

I find you and your channel very interesting and informative I went to Blackpool every year has a child and like to see what's changed. Keep doing what your doing Stephen

[@markstramtrainbuscapades1729]

I think the closing of so many hotels on South Shore contributes to it's quietness. Years ago, we used to occasionally stop at the Highgrove Hotel on Napier Avenue until it was converted into an old peoples home. I think it's right that you show that Blackpool's not all a bed of roses, because concentrating purely on the (many) positives would gove more sway to those are out to slag the town off, as they won't fail to point out the bad sides!

[@alanagnew7090]

You do a bloody good job showing both and good so carry on Stephen every town has its bad bits. It’s always a pleasure to see your videos. I’ll never stop coming down looking forward to Friday when my wife and freinds will be there

[@johnconway4161]

i enjoy watching your videos Stephen from Ireland

[@andrewwillis1712]

To be fair. Central drive has seen better days. Just needs more development. Every town/ city has it's good and bad areas. It's just how things are.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

It was a bustling area before Central Station closed.

[@raymondearl2706]

Keep it up, I come to Blackpool every few months, I do think you show both sides. Blackpool needs help in some parts,watching your videos has encouraged me to visit places I wouldn't normally and also the stories behind the places.

[@sandrawebster1083]

I do wish I was there, I miss it terribly. Thank you for showing and sharing everything with us. I am transported back to the sights, sounds and smells. Take care❤

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks.

[@CuteCatNorman]

thank you mr. wildside.

[@jonathanbowles2577]

Totally agree with you Stephen. Yes You do really push your boat out and show Blackpool how the City is today. You are so very Honest and You tell it as it is. I Understand all about your Channel. The title Explains what it is all about, Take a Walk on the Wildside. You have shown different sides and area's of Blackpool Stephen. You should know all about the Everyday goings on in Blackpool. I am really Glad to be a Subscriber and a Friend to You Stephen. I am always Polite, Courteous, Respectful, Honest and I Will give my Opinion about how i felt about a video. Your video's Stephen are Always Truthful and people can take it or leave it. You keep on doing what You have been doing for a Longtime. Thank you very much for Sharing your Excellent and Top Quality no holes barred video. Excellent and just may You reach Your 1,000,000 Millionth Subscriber to recieve Your Golden Plaque!!!!!!!

[@cameracameras]

I've lived in the Blackpool area all my life too. I'm sure all areas in the UK have good and bad. Blackpool is on the up, your channel is always entertaining, aswell it's promotional for the town.

[@davidbail944]

You do really good videos I don’t find them negative of the town at all. you show all sides of the town. Me and my wife get lots of enjoyment from your videos keep up the good work

[@tommyaindow6840]

People are entitled to their opinion, but your videos bring back a lot of memories for so many people. Long may your videos continue. Remember, even The Macmaster gets slated

[@denisemotley6639]

Well Stephen I can honestly say your videos are very balanced. It is people like you who got some of us through those lockdowns and that is a POSITIVE. I really liked the one of the remains of the ship which unless you live there you wouldn't see. Just say it as it is and that's that. I love the sea, the starlings, the sunsets, the promenade, the skies etc. So carry on as you do because it is your vision of your town. 👍🙏🏼❤️

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Denise

[@fraserscott3079]

Best Blackpool videos as always!!

[@DaysofHorror]

I love the honesty you bring to your channel and the videos you do. We also get the stupid comments just like what you get, but with us, the clue is in our name, and we still get people saying our stories are morbid and dark 😅

[@lynnshaw5615]

We come to Blackpool often, a few times a year actually and you’re totally fair with your comments. All towns have good and bad sides. Love watching your channel. Keep it up Steve x

[@alanthompson5609]

You've got the balance spot on Steve. Love your videos. They keep me going in-between visits to Blackpool :)

[@carolecarr1064]

We love seeing all your videos Steven, warts and all. You have a genuine passion for showing every part of Blackpool, which is really appreciated.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Carole

[@debshipard1664]

Being from Australia. Blackpool wasn't on my UK wish list because I thought it a dive. Your videos have changed my mind. Def on the to visit list now. Thanks for your honest reporting Stephen. Ignore the haters .

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks.

[@Thetraveller752]

I love the tourist side of Blackpool but I love exploring the backstreets of Blackpool. One day soon ill be calling Blackpool home 🙂

[@lcsdw01]

The most positive thing about your videos Stephen, is YOU. I have workmates who love watching your videos, like myself, as they often say you come across as an “honest and genuine bloke” and I think folk would agree that it most certainly comes across in your videos. It’s easy to be negative, like the news, and focus on just the bad bits, but honestly I think one of the main reasons you have so may subscribers and viewings is simply because you report both sides and people appreciate that especially if it’s reported honestly and genuinely, of which yours are. I’m still waiting for you to produce a boring and uninteresting video, somehow I think I’ll be waiting a long time 😂 Well done Stephen for all your efforts. 👍

[@trevmacc]

i coming to blackpool next week just booked two nights,your doing a good job

[@dazdub]

Keep doing what you’re doing real life in Blackpool you are doing a fantastic job :)

[@Tom_Roberts]

Your content is well balanced. There's no problem with it.🙂 You've put a lot of effort into getting it right, so no worries.

[@garythomason9724]

Stephen you keep doing what you do because your videos are absolutely amazing and brilliant and so nice to see

[@Mr._Magee]

Thoroughly enjoy your videos, especially walking the streets at night. Love the atmosphere, the silence and what's going to be round the next corner. Just great.

[@alexplane5359]

You've done over a thousand videos, I've seen them all, varied and very informative. You're an essential part of Blackpool, all the decent folks no that Stephen, your a legend mate. Telling you, after your gone there will be a statue of your good self, or at least a spot on the comedy carpet for that time you fell over that concrete block. Don't stop man 👌

[@sarahdavis8704]

We are going to Blackpool 7 September for week ❤❤❤❤❤

[@sharonsanders8842]

To be honest I haven't been to Blackpool for years used to visit all the time as kids but watching your videos has made me want to come back as soon as I can, you have to show the negatives as well as the positives because that's life and doesn't matter where you go there's good and bad areas. Keep doing what you do best because we're loving it.

[@poppycopper1]

I love your channel ,and watching it has made my husband and myself decide to move to Blackpool , we will be moving on the 24 may 24 so excited. Thank you for your videos 😄

[@barrieshaw9301]

Hi Steve. You do a great job with your different aspects of Blackpool. I think you're so proud of your town. When you say too, (do you wish you were here) well, yes I do. Thanks Steve and keep doing your videos. 😊.

[@richkent7938]

Really enjoy watching your uploads, Stephen. Your passion for your Home Town really comes across, and you give us Viewers, a balanced view of what Blackpool's really like. Please keep up your great work; it is so appreciated.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thank you kindly

[@user-wj5kh9qb2g]

Keep doing what you do Stephen we love your videos. You show all sides and it’s always interesting xx

[@alangentleman6799]

Your videos are always informative, even the mean streets of Blackpool, always love the presentation of the videos

[@dynamitekaitorn7175]

Biggest things I LOVE about this channel is venturing through streets that are too far away from me to walk down (eg: south shore). Seeing the "behind the scenes" in a few vids was also insightful! SO glad you made this channel and my family certainly enjoy watching your adventures!

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks.

[@garethstone8891]

You cover every part of Blackpool the good bad and the ugly. Keep up the great videos always look forward to the next 1. 👍🏻

[@RikFreemanPhotographer]

Fair comment Stephen. I could not agree more, to show a place warts and all gives an honest appraisal of a place. It is a reason I got a lot of recognition in Greece as I did the same through pictures, (soon to expand to video) of showing everything, but trying to be open minded so people could make there own mind up by viewing. There is no better advice than that from a local, such as yourself, you will know the key places, the good places, the bad and the downright filthy. Same as where I live so, if I am up that way or planning to go who am I going to contact? It is a no brainer but, there is always the one who will try to find room to argue, to paint what you do as "negative" just to p**s you off or somehow put you on a guilt trip to just show the glittery crap that most tourists or visitors go for. Carry on mate, your doing an awesome job and giving a fair look at places most of us would never see. 🙂

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Rik.

[@bigchris80]

I seen that comment Steven about the negative in Blackpool, its like everywhere, has its good and bad points, keep doing what you're doing matey, top chanel bro🙏👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Big Chris

[@navid.S]

Look at your subscribers!! How popular your videos are!! I wouldn't pay that much attention to that. Keep up the good work, Stephen 💪💯💯💯👏👏

[@jasonwilletts559]

I prefer your honest approach, Blackpool does have serious issues, but still has a lot to offer. My nan had family here, I've always loved it, I can remember when it was still lovely.

[@TraceyDutton]

Your doing a great job. Love watching you. Blackpool my favourite place and always will be

[@chrislennon4298]

A brilliant channel. Always a great variety of videos. Also live streams. I like the fact you show both sides of Blackpool. Too many you tubers happy to post negative material. However there is good in blackpool as well. Some of the area's in blackpool i didn't know existed until i watched your videos. Anyway going to watch the first video and patiently wait for the next one. Well done Stephen. 4 years on and the channel is growing. 😊 . Keep up the variety of videos. More enjoyable than the actual tv.

[@tinniswood2577]

Blue skies, sunshine, glamorous blonde's skateboarding on the front! how much more positive can it get :-)

[@andrewbanks3548]

My first holiday at 17 was to Blackpool. It was a great place back then 40 years ago. I stayed at pontius and had a fantastic time. I love your walks around town and I find it sad how its changed for the worse. But this is happening to all seaside towns especially it seems since the plandemic. Make of that what you will

[@trucker5722]

The truth is a large part of Blackpool is extremely deprived. What’s the point of just putting the good stuff up, Stephen has always put a very balanced view of the town. Well done that man.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

🙏🙏🙏

[@maz121able]

You do a good job, you can't please all of the people all of the time. I'm in Blackpool next week if I see you I will say hello ❤

[@shellydee9377]

I think that you show Blackpool in a positive light Stephen 👍.....Especially the sunsets.