Why is this Blackpool House listed at just 12k?

[@ClaireDavis-s7x]

Hi Stephen, thanks for the video of Haig Road. I saw an article on my phone before your video talking about the house sale including the pigeons!! As soon as I saw the garage, I knew it was Haig Road before I even read the article. It was very depressing to see the houses in such a state. When my Dad was alive in the 60's and 70's, our family went to Blackpool every year. Back then Haig Road was full of Boarding Houses. We stayed at number 32, the woman who ran it had spent most of her life in service and ran the B and B with military precision! I am now 60 yrs old and have never come across anyone who could cook and bake as good as Mrs Johnson! Before my Mum passed away a few years ago, me and her and one of my sisters came to Blackpool for the day and went to Haig Road. It was very depressing for my Mum to see the road in such a state. It was only 10.30am but people were already sat outside drinking alcohol. Blackpool has changed so much but then we're talking about 50 years ago. It was a different world back then.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

The area has fallen on very hard times in the last few decades. It's not really fit for families, so this house, if sold, will likely be turned into flats.

[@matthewdootson2891]

Morning Stephen set us all up for the day. Have a fabulous day mate

[@robertreader6539]

Very depressing to see Blackpool I'm such a state. Was never a clean seaside town but I hope it gets so much better.

[@Peter-i1f]

Evening Stephen you were out and about bright and early this morning, nice to see clear skies and no rain in Blackpool. If the house in question is renovated to a high stand, hopefully the buyer will make a large profit. The sea looked very calm this morning, and thank you with finishing off with that great tram shot to finish the video.

[@DavidKidd-ft4xq]

Thanks for the video Stephen.

[@steveward60]

All my memories of Blackpool are from the 50's two generations of staying in same boarding house in Osbourne road South shore next to the pleasure beach my uncle married a Blackpool girl when I was about 7 they brought a hotel on the sea front next to the Manchester called the Barry hotel good childhood memories

[@MaryMartin-k9h]

Good stuff Stephen another enjoyable video thank you ❤

[@wendyoutram3109]

Thank you for sharing Stephen my old stomping grounds in my Blackpool days. I lived on Bagot Street & Royal Oak was our local.

[@SimonM-63]

Another great one, Stephen 👍

[@stevensmith7460]

Evening Stephen, great video, never new there were houses at the back near the old Yates. Shame about the old Yates building, wonder if it was closed because of the lack of people venturing down south pier end because of the pleasure beach becoming a none walk on park. Really interesting walk mate, cheers.

[@Liverpool-s5n]

No one would be allowed in to inspect the premises because of the state, hazardous to health, and wonder when the pictures were taken? When doing this up it will cost thousands, hundreds to remove inner walls, doors, ceilings, floor boards, the entire thing gutted and to start again, wearing specialist gear to undertake the work. Because the air, in the building is hazardous, it will have permeated the inner walls and floors, as I say, all would have to be removed.

[@chris-Ribble-Roots]

The waterloo pub is actually a really well established music venue now. Looks rough because of the area but inside is really cool with some fairly big names playing there.

[@marymand4859]

Knock on the door and see if a pigeon answers

[@mik1970]

Great video!!! I love that music venue you pass by at the beginning of the video called the Waterloo Lots of great music stuff in there and Lemmy Beer Would love to own that house

[@wendyjones2351]

Hi Stephen thank you for another great video as always a great walk around very interesting and informative video have a great day xx

[@BadDayOut]

Hi Stephen excellent video as usual, saw an article in the paper about the house and wondered if you would do a video, I also used to live in the same flat as your friend, moved out 26 years ago, its a small world 🙂🙂

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Sure is 👍

[@Alroofador]

So many empty houses, so many homeless. It's a disgrace.

[@donfranktv]

Hi Stephen, really enjoyed this morning video - especially when the geese flew by 🙂

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Glad you enjoyed it pal

[@danell5202]

@@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpoolhi Stephen can I merry you? I love your channel I love how you teach and talk about were you live & your area around you and I love too learn about your beautiful area.

[@suesanbooth6739]

It's true about the 90min rule at the Gurka ,I was there with my son and his wife and they told us after we were given a table, we felt quite rushed

[@robertcatterall6514]

Hi Stephen I.m just a novice Bowler from Liverpool used to go to the Waterloo Bowling club had some great memories there thank you for the upload my friend 👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@robertcatterall6514 Hi Robert. Did the great David Bryant ever play there?

[@robertcatterall6514]

@@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool yeah I.m sure he Did … I used to stay in Blackpool just to watch the Bowls it’s what got me in to Bowls it’s a real shame what’s happened to Waterloo Bowling club

[@bettyrogers5419]

Hi Stephen love your Blackpool videos . I love Blackpole hasn’t been there for ages.. they don’t care when they’re on scooters they nearly run you over . I’ve had it done to me when I’ve been walking along the road it’s not good. . Keep up the good work.

[@anthonygiglio9860]

Great video Steve I Enjoyed It That House Can Be Rebuilt As The Restaurant Called Blackpool Squab 😊 Have A Great Night😊

[@JulieBilson]

Thanks for sharing Stephen 😊

[@fishypie]

our seaside towns are in tatters . blackpool is hanging on but only in parts

[@edwardharrington678]

Auction houses always pitch the price low to get the punters in. Just as a building plot it is worth more than that. It will be bought by someone with a few bob that will do it up and rent it out.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@edwardharrington678 I reckon it could get turned into 2 separate flats.

[@georgesmellie8717]

Thanks again Stephen for another informative vlog i hope your foot is OK after the walk take care 👍

[@Mack-bc3sp]

12k yet if it was in London it would be 2 million house prices are pathetic

[@AngelaK-55]

Thanks Stephen 🎉🎉

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@AngelaK-55 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jacquelinemccann1493]

Hi Stephen thanks for another great video😊

[@pip5461]

Nice mini-tour of Blackpool... It's certainly changed since I last saw it as a child, watching the illuminations...

[@ffrancrogowski6263]

A most enjoyable walk Stephen, to see what's what as regards premises that are still open or not. I bet that house could be done up, after being cleared of all the pidgeon droppings etc.

[@juliewright-v3v]

thanks Stephen for another great video

[@janetgilesrudland1028]

Loved the video Stephen the state of that house really shocked me 😮😮

[@fishypie]

its the same when our winter really starts when our days get longer ie mid jan our day light hours are getting longer but we are getting colder. roll on may lets get warmer

[@emmsue1053]

Really interesting, thank you. I am south Mancs but not been to Blackpool for several years. Its a shame it looks like this, more investment would/could mean more tourism surely? Nice little house there. If someone had the cash for the garage as well it could be a money maker. The geese fly over here too, twice a year.. Noisy little things but many have flown from northern Russia, and are calling to the "flock" to keep them together! They're a miracle.. Subscribed Stephen, thanks again.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙏

[@jasoncluley4927]

Need the community service lads and lasses to start working on tidying Blackpool up 😊 every little helps 😊 where needed

[@missmuffet3874]

Great idea plus all these youngsters that are out of work or not in further education, and finally not forgetting the people from overseas that are staying in our nice hotels for free. They all could be giving something to the community that they are living in.

[@jasoncluley4927]

@ Well it might help them integrate and they aren’t doing anything else earn there keep 😉

[@peterkearns665]

Hi Stephen that was a good vlog with your good commentary making it interesting! I wouldn't be interested in that property, you can see why it is listed at that price! Until the next one. take care of your foot and have a brew...

[@carolmurray5569]

Another great video Stephen😊😊

[@rosemariesmith349]

My parents lived in Winchester avenue they have passed on we used to shop at Aldis , farm foods opening shops everywhere bigger than before ,glad my parents are not their anymore as it would of been a nightmare to get proper food .my sister travelled 200 miles each way to care for them ,

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Did you know the Pilkington’s? One of them was a school friend of mine. They lived on the west side of Winchester, nearer Chislehurst

[@PhillipRothery]

We only allow 90 minutes in the restaurant I work in, in fact the same in everyone I’ve ever worked in unless obviously people are still spending or it is the last sitting of lunch or evening when tables aren’t needed

[@russellbeaumont7131]

At 7.32 the small building lit up was once a public toilet. I think the Empire was actually the Palladium cinema. I saw The Wild Bunch there just after it came out.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Did I say Empire? That was the other bingo my mum went to.

[@seandobson499]

The whole of Blackpool is a public toilet.

[@nigelstringerNVS]

Nice walk Stephen’ love your videos.

[@davemulready]

Great Vlog Stephen .

[@colinbrigham8253]

Thank you 😊 😊

[@junelaw4162]

Evening that’s a brilliant shot of the geese £12:000 for that house!! Lord lord it will cost a hell of a lot to get it liveable beautiful shot of the sea till the next one 😊

[@lou4tea]

Nice dusky sunset and skies tonight central drive looks great as does waterloo road those houses are pretty grand you walked passed my favorite shop farmfoods its a great supermarket and aldi but lol 😂the dog and partridge great name for a pub 😂 😂😂its a shame afew buildings been cosed down it makes you wonder what theyre gonna do next with buildings like that i bet they were quite grand once nice view of the irish sea looks quite calm out there today and fantastic veiw of the tower behind you steven enjoyed tonights video thanx again for the fab upload and showing us blackpool ❤️👍😊✋

[@adinigel]

Jeez! Eventually get to see the house at 13:42

[@janobyrne2424]

Have left a comment on the members video but yes that's going to have to be professionally cleaned Stephen what a mess. Also that empty garage probably has it's share of wild life too, rats etc. Thanks for the video and your time Stephen.😊

[@richardlongmore9301]

Would love the garage next door I wonder what the score is with that

[@Gail-30]

Looks cold out Yer must be a catch in it that house always kicking off take care

[@johnnymac26]

nice work mate be interesting to see what it does go for

[@clarea1801]

Another great video, hope your foot is getting better.

[@centureye]

The pigeons are squatting 😂

[@julielumsden5184]

I’m thinking it will sell at auction for more whoever buys it will be in the restoration business.

[@mikebrown9902]

Waterloo is now more a music venue; its excellent btw

[@stevepaul7877]

The auction for this particular property was postponed for some reason according to the auctioneers website.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@stevepaul7877 Someone else said it was sold before the auction. I’ll have to keep an eye on it & see if anything happens.

[@marymand4859]

90 minute buffet I can only manage 2 plates so that would be well long enough for me

[@mub_lana69]

Correct Stephen it was Diesel dave, You would often see Taxis parked up outside and the smell of oil walking past.

[@jayneshaw5247]

Great video ❤👍

[@paddywack25]

Where the Tesco Local is was Blackpool South first supermarket - Lennons

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@paddywack25 I do just about remember Lennons.

[@Keano8562]

Good evening. Another great video on Blackpool. Is the football ground where the original Broomfield Road used to be.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Yes.

[@Keano8562]

@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool didn't realise that. Take it they ground shared while being built. Went there many years ago to watch them against Doncaster. Coldest night I ever remember 😂

[@anthonyfeeney1210]

Have a good day Anthony 👍😊

[@AngelaK-55]

That public house what lovely windows was is it the (Waterloo)? Loved your early morning video so much traffic and your knowledge of the area is superb and informative pigeon towers 😅😅 not for me I wouldn't want to disturb the guests 😅 thanks Stephen

[@woodsmic]

A guide price bears no relation to the sale price.

[@preciousreading1934]

Important reporting,

[@andrewsnooks9077]

Nice vlog Steven

[@juliepownall1063]

Hi stephen would need a deep clean decorating too

[@PhilBurns-oc2vg]

I remember when the Waterloo cup bowls was a big event on television

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I remember seeing in on TV as well.

[@martinwebb1681]

Thanks Stephen. £12.000 with that view, they're having a laugh. 😂

[@laurabyrne8405]

I played bowls at the Waterloo back in the 80s.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@laurabyrne8405 Wow

[@earlthebossdude3161]

Remember don't be vague ask for Haig and geese you get it all and we're only 10 minutes in brilliant Stephen

[@50angeleyes]

Would be a good project for someone but the area needs some regeneration before it would be a decent enough area to live in. Very sad to see places in this state

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

There is a limit to how much the budget should be. In this area it's not worth doing to a really high standard.

[@peterhindley-xd6qb]

Enjoyed the video! If it goes for 12k you'd take a chance! I was interested when you were on Waterloo Rd.; the cinema next to the Royal Oak used to be the Palladium. Have you thought of doing one on ex- cinemas. They're read The Ritz, next to the Huntsman. They used to show late night blueys. Think they were owned by same people who had The Rendezvous on Bond Street and The Tivoli above Yates's in Talbot Square. King Edward on Central Drive . ABC, Odeon (became Funny Girls)...... Where else can we think of? Oh yes; The Regent on Church Street.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

The Pavillion on Tyldesley Road.

[@riilyp]

average guide at auction in burnley is £5000 .

[@peterstean2138]

I do not like the look of the missing bricks on the frontage just below the roofline - that speaks to some very serious underlying issues. You'd have to be brave and have deep pockets to take that on, and with all the cheap property already available in Blackpool why take the risk.

[@helenharrigan86]

Could you show the bowling green just want to see how bad it is now

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I have shown it on previous videos

[@adelemcclymont6790]

Thank you for sharing Stephen x

[@juliekitching9033]

o my days these house's are getting bought up then the folks who r buying them want 10000 pounds a week from the council 4 a person and a carer 2 b in these house's what the Hells going on 🙄🤔thank u Stephen 4 this video

[@bobbyhales9270]

I was told it was 30 minutes after the sunrise, but I believe you if you say it’s an hour of the sunrise times change🎉

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Maybe 30-60 minutes, but defo after sunrise, which will surprise most people.

[@rosscol1164]

Just looked online to see how much it sold for but the sale was POSTPONED!!!! Also, the photos were from June 2023 according to the auction house, imagine how bad it is now nearly into 2025!!!!

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Somebody told me it was sold before the auction, but I can't find anything.

[@rosscol1164]

@@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool The auction website states an issue with the legal pack that wasn't ready by the date of sale

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@ Maybe it will be up again this n the new year.

[@midnightzathras6870]

I was in the center of Blackpool when a tourist stopped me and asked if I knew where the Blackpool tower was. I said sorry I'm not from round here myself. 🗼🙄

[@Leoviliti1]

Quite shocking really ..because no matter where you stand within Blackpool unless on a hill , hidden by buildings or trees .. you can usually spin around from the majority of roads and either get a glimpse of the top of the tower or even more of the structure , it's a great guiding feature to help people not lose sense of direction. I think you must've been behind one of the buildings I was referring to, that concealed it from view .. Oh well.. 😊

[@DavidDunning-m3v]

Great video as always 😂

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Glad you enjoyed

[@jonboypatton]

Them geese normal land on the field at the bottom of carlton crem. Absolutely hundreds of them. They do it every year.

[@stephendonkin5497]

Good one Stephen you should do a cheap property of the week or month 😉

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Great idea

[@stephendonkin5497]

@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool Thanks Stephen

[@TheFen2009]

12k is a guide price, they put them low to draw people in to bid , that will go for far more ( I don’t know the prices in Blackpool )

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@TheFen2009 It’s certainly got a lot of watchers on the site.

[@riilyp]

I used to live at Rossall school for a few year .

[@jordanalt]

Stephens played so much mario he knows to avoid banana skins 😂

[@bobbyhales9270]

I think your gees are looking for Fairhaven Lake for a bit of food and rest. Recommend the cafe there.

[@susanyeates4282]

Gordon Bennett I wouldn't buy that house for £1000 it's disgusting! Anyway star of Blackpool take care and I'll see you in the next one ❤

[@Michael-g9p9k]

Should be called pigeon street😅

[@pooooornopigeon]

You called ? 😂

[@booboopriestess9321]

Another excellent video. Thank you 😊

[@mub_lana69]

Stephen their a video of inside Yates by urban souls, Before yates it was Red Lion in the 80's

[@stevensmith7460]

Remember it as the red lion back in the 60s, mum & dad used to give us some money for the little amusement arcade round the corner while they had a couple of drinks, great days.

[@mub_lana69]

@stevensmith7460 Warwicks amusement arcade use to be on corner opposite Yates this was 90's

[@stevensmith7460]

​@@mub_lana69can't remember the name but this arcade was on the corner of Bolton street and Shaw road right at the back of Yates, was only a small corner place, boarded up now. Is this the one you mean.

[@mub_lana69]

@stevensmith7460 Yeah that's it, Corner of shaw road

[@stevensmith7460]

@@mub_lana69 thanks for that, name does ring a bell now, certain there's adult arcade's in Blackpool with the same name, wonder if it's the same company. Cheers.

[@davidnm21]

7:51 total menace on Britain’s streets as I nearly found out in my town back in the summer, a near miss as I stepped off a bus with my elderly mother. 8:20 another menace to trip you up. Funny enough I used to be on the CB back in the 80s and you reminded me of my handle with that closed down garage “Deltic Dave”. Not sure I’d want that house even if I won it. Pigeon dust almost as dangerous as either fibre glass or asbestos particles. Definitely a haz-mat site. Yates really looking an eyesore now😡

[@pooooornopigeon]

Just wear a respirator when clearing it out.

[@weepair2]

Surely it's the whole street for 12K. What a dump.

[@thebairdMi]

just started to watch the video! And I had to ask to the young people in your town wear winter hats like you are now that it's cold out during the summer like they do in America? I am old and it just puzzles me so I was wondering if its something local to me or a generation thing.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I don’t often wear this type of hat. A surprising number of people do without hats on cold days, but I wouldn’t, as I know you lose a lot of heat through your head.

[@thebairdMi]

@ that is reason I shake my head during the summer 😂 as an old man 👴 lol

[@clpar-k2x]

Wonder if that auction gets picked up by Homes Under the Hammer? They've had some shockers over the years.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

It’s certainly an interesting subject for the show, but there’s no way anyone is going in the house to show how bad it is, unless they are wearing a full hazmat suit.

[@thomasmann9216]

I wouldn't be surprised if the geese were headed to the Tower... it's a Beacon of Hope!

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Yes!

[@gavinreid8937]

In all honesty, pigeons aside, I,d like to see houses like this on Omaze type prize draws than the £4 mill (cant sell it!) 20 bedroom, 3 dining room, two swimming pool ,(movie stars!) garden like Stanley Park, middle of nowhere houses they have. After all the tidying up, betcha that nice quiet Diesel Dave opens up.

[@jayoneill1533]

Fancy a beach house Steve?

[@markbray683]

Worth a look in q’s monthly darts competition goes on there and pool competitions next darts competition is 21st Dec