Wiltshire Man visits The Bodgers Ball 2017

[@bobflemming336]

It's very soothing getting to see a place containing so many humble, honest people! They're hard to find these days.

[@harezy]

Nice vid. We need to keep these crafts alive so they are not forgotten.

[@carlosalmeida1273]

"Everything is designed to have a use, and everything that gets made is useful-Max Bainbridge". Show traditional skills 👍. Beautiful vid Sandy, I enjoyed it 👍. I love the spoons. Crack on 👍 tks for sharing.

[@johnpatterson4558]

Loving your videos sandy. Now ive retired am loving the days.Nothing better than a day to be rounded off with one of your videos. Keep up the excellent work.

[@grilla883]

Great video Sandy, i love to see all the traditional crafts being kept alive.

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

Looked like a pleasurable day out Sandy 👍🏻

[@rialobran]

That looked like an excellent day out, great to see so many still using and utilising the old crafts and tools :)

[@TurnFullCircle]

Wonderful items....great enjoyable upload thanks...Chris

[@karenlee1741]

i love handmade items so cool the way things are going this skill will be needed again

[@gregpenny4384]

This was a very nice video Sandy you are so lucky to have a gathering like that with so many talented crafts people!

[@01cthompson]

Very fun video. My dad has chests and chests of restored woodworking equipment like the tools in the video. It's amazing the ingenuity people had when the only power they had was their own bodies.

[@kimbullock475]

Hi Sandy.That was one exceptionally brilliant video.Twas awesome. I really enjoyed that.... Thank you my friend. Cheers Kim.....

[@Dustypilgrim1]

Looked a smashing day out there Sandy. Great to see all the man-powered pole and bow lathes etc.

[@billhambelton7698]

Wow, the tent peg. That's impressive. Great stuff Sandy.

[@tadpoles10]

Good to see these traditional skills still being made use of, long may it last. atvb t ...

[@cesargomez9519]

thanks for sharing Sandy! awesome people :)

[@jeannesaalfrank9416]

There is nothing like the smell of wood being worked or the feel of wood. I so enjoy just watching people working with their hands using hand and foot powered tools. I would have loved being at this event.

[@wayneofox1081]

what a wonderful event,i never new it existed.would of loved to of gone to this event.maybe next year.GUTTED.thanks for sharing sandy.

[@windhamcabin]

That looked like a lovely time! I would have been like a kid in a candy shop. Great to see many familiar faces from other KZbin channels etc. Zed has done videos with several of the craftsman. Great to see Joe Sant and his wife. I like him. Mandy' s little necklace is brilliant. Now, coffee scoop or whiskey cup??? 🤣🤘🤘

[@stevedigby4534]

so many skilful people and so friendly!

[@davidhuxtable8918]

Great to see the craft skills being kept alive and how quickly he made that peg even amazon or ebay couldnt process their order for a set of pegs as quickly and skillfully as he made it!!Thank goodness weve got some dodgy bodgers left to continue these skills on forwards great to see!! Should have gotten a wooden camp mug like the skandies make for outdoor life & camping!! Theyre very hygenic in use!! Only require a quick rinse out or mild scouring then reoiling

[@Dusty357]

loved it Sandy thanks for sharing

[@DorsetPiper.]

Terry has been demonstrating his many varied and fantastic woodsman skills for years in these here parts and I have coveted his travelling Shepherds hut for a long time since seeing him at a Woodfair moons ago - Cheers Sandy.

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes I must say his travelling woodsmans hut is quite something. Much better than a modern caravan:)

[@stewartrobertson2337]

amazing stuff pal,skills still alive, beautiful, cheers, Stewart.!!

[@almontepaolilli4909]

Liked the different crafts and items made the old fashioned way.

[@muddydnorman7811]

Great video mate. A lot of talented people in the crafts.

[@banquo3051]

Brilliant video. thanks

[@hedgesider7945]

Looks like a great day out , very good to see these skills and crafts being kept alive. Thanks Sandy.

[@harryrogers]

Beautiful film Sandy....great to meet you. Best regards Harry

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Harry, It was good to finally meet you. I really enjoyed the Bodgers ball. A group of fine like minded folk:)

[@redhotchilliprepper9513]

Looks great, I need to invest In a jacklore soon Sandy!

[@michaeljones5395]

Looks like a great time to enjoy the day with wonderful craftsmen doing what they enjoy doing!

[@Zedoutdoors]

A delightful video Sandy, was truly gutted I wasn't able to attend so was nice to see friends in this video ~Peace~

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Zed, Yes a shame you couldn't make it. Everyone really seemed to enjoy the ball. The weather held up but the clouds looked ominous. I was very pleased with the small items I purchased from Martin Hazell, he seems like a very friendly chap. All in all a very good day. Sandy

[@Brummiejohn200]

Wicked video Sandy you met the famous Harry Rogers my hero, atb John.

[@g4vuxqrp210]

Absolutely brilliant, Sandy. Thank you for posting this, we really enjoyed it.

[@mischef18]

Liked the vid bro there was some interesting bit n pieces there. All the best

[@joesneon]

Interesting Sandy,thanks for taking me along!!!!

[@trevorcollins9297]

Thank you Sandy, what a great vid, I'm so pleased I subscribed to your channel! Loving it and keep them coming!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Trevor:)

[@Gixer750pilot]

I did chuckle, Mandy didn't seem as impressed with the tent peg as you were. Good video mate

[@TheMendipman]

Great video Sandy and something different. Never heard of the Bodger's Ball before - what an interesting show. See you soon, Noel

[@WiltshireMan]

It made a lovely change Noel and Mandy enjoyed it too. Nice to see the old country crafts still thriving.

[@MrKitandrews]

why havent i seen this before Sandy. another very good introduction to a long forgotten art form. I saw a craftsman in Corf Dorset who was turning fir cones would you believe. Love your eclectic enthusiasm Sandy. It's what makes you a very interesting bloke.

[@WiltshireMan]

I am Eclectic Kit. Thats for sure:) As the old saying goes "Variety is the spice of life"

[@MrKitandrews]

from one eclectic eccentric to another I see the next ball is May in chichester...

[@OnedayWoodcraft]

Great video Sandy, you captured the vibe of the ball nicely. Hope to see you again soon!

[@WiltshireMan]

You was the star of the show Chris. I thought the pole lathe shots were awesome:)

[@OnedayWoodcraft]

Thanks, there was loads of talented people on show, love the Bodgers Ball!

[@stoneman886]

Good to see traditional crafts are alive and thriving. Looked a good day out too. ATB Mark

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

G'day Sandy, it is truly great to see these skills and historic talents being used on a daily basis still in Blighty by old and young tradesman alike. The peg was my favourite i have to say. How great was that clever attached to the stump, lol. Genius. Cheers Moose.

[@English.Andy1]

Paul Bartlett from South Wales. I've a cousin with the same name but it's not the same bloke. Looks like you had a lovely day out there Sandy

[@RobertMcKenzie]

What a crack'n day out .. I've never heard of this event .. must add it to my calendar next year.

[@WiltshireMan]

I will let you know when its next on Rob. Its a great day out. Sandy

[@lancashirelad2742]

What a brilliant video I enjoyed that time just flew I must come down to Shropshire next year and give this a visit as I just love this type of craft work thanks Sandy Regards Geoff G1rbz

[@PaulOutdoors]

A marvellous video Sandy of a wonderful gathering of passionate, talented people keeping the old ways alive. I have a friend who owns a wood near Hereford in which he has recently gained permission to build a permit wooden dwelling there. Up until relatively recently he lived for 20 years in the wood in a modified bus. His name is Sherwood, he is a bodger, coppicer, charcoal maker, green woodwork tutor amongst other things and earns part of his living making goods from the woods. You have inspired me to go see him for a catch up and maybe get permission for a wild camp in his wood :)

[@WiltshireMan]

That sounds great Paul. It would be good to meet such a person and even better if you get the chance to camp in the woodland too. Let me know how it goes. Sandy

[@PaulOutdoors]

Wiltshire Man Will see if I can swing it Sandy and if I do, an invite will be extended to you :)

[@davidhuxtable8918]

Ive been called a bodger many times by friends family clients even but i never felt that they meant it in a complimentary way or manner!!!!

[@craigmooring2091]

This video was even better the second time around. Such a very interesting axe at 10:35; it looks like it is for hewing timbers, but the haft seems really unique.

[@stealthandy638]

very nice sir . very interesting . hope you had a good day out ATB

[@Truth3567]

Hi sandy again another great video .

[@JimsonMakes]

Nicely edited video Sandy. I will have to try and get to the Bodgers Ball next year, it looks fantastic. I had the pleasure of meeting Stokie Joe recently at Yandles. All the best, Jim

[@theg-man7868]

Jimson's Stuff . Yandels, you can while a few hours away there. The open days are epic.

[@WiltshireMan]

If you can get to the bodgers ball I am sure you will enjoy it Jim.

[@outlierknives7297]

Hi Sandy. It's good to know that there are still craftsmen out there that are still able to produce daily used items without any modern technology. Great video. Rob

[@stevebettany8778]

Another entertaining video thank you. Is there a website or some other thing where folk like myself could find out about these meets? I'm sure the good people involved would enjoy having more customers or even browsers.

[@Joe_Sant]

Great to see you & Mandy & big John. We had a great time at the ball met some old friends & made some new ones. Brilliant atmosphere looking for to going next year.

[@WiltshireMan]

Great to meet you and Jackie at the ball. Hope to see you again maybe at the wilderness gathering. ATB Joe. Sandy

[@fredjpearce5962]

Yet another fascinating video, lovely.

[@CiderTalbotToo]

Really interesting thank's Sandy. Oh did I spy some barrels of cider?

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes LOL there was cider there:)

[@modestadventurers]

That is just typical. I've been on the long mynd all weekend and I could have met Lee Stoffler one of my favourite spoon makers, Martin Hazel my favourite kuksa maker and Sandy from Jacklore all in the same day. Oh well at least you all looked like you where having a good time and I will have to keep my eyes peeled for next years event. Atb.

[@Chris-Caddy]

Where can I find these events advertised locally would love to go to one ?

[@phoenix59bennett35]

nice video Sandy. where abouts in Shropshire was it held and is it an annual event please Sandy.

[@judycharvey5790]

Sun just came up I should be on my spring pole lathe...I'll give you another 5 mins though :)

[@WyeExplorer]

Well Sandy it looks like you both had a great time here. There were many fantastic crafts on display and good folk mooching about. Shropshire? I shall go next time - it looks friendly and mellow. Just a quick message also Sandy...I've PM'd you about the video: A Meeting With Wiltshire Man. It's turned out good....I hope you like it also. Mark.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Mark, You will enjoy the bodgers ball if you can get there. Well worth it. Will check out your video shortly:)

[@WyeExplorer]

It looks a friendly do Sandy...take your time with the video. It's a good one I think....peace.

[@goingdurden967]

what is the name of the tool at 1:25?

[@nickpeers9026]

Good ol' Mr Sant.

[@billyjoedenny]

thanks sandy, i would have enjoyed being there ... ..bill

[@WiltshireMan]

Bill In the opening minute or so whilst I am stood by the chap making some tent pegs there is a guy in the background. I think his name is Peter? He showed me a small crook knife you built.

[@billyjoedenny]

I thought I saw Peter there sandy. did you get a chance to feel the edge.they seem to be holding up..

[@WiltshireMan]

The little knife look good especially when you consider it was made from a nail. the edge seemed OK but I didn't really have a chance to test it bill. I think you did well though:)

[@ajs_custom_blades2176]

Hi, thanks for the great video , looks like a good day mate..... do you know of any other bush craft / wood craft shows coming up , maybe a KZbin vid on what's on and where you think is a good day out , thank for your time and exciting excellent channel 🥇🏆

[@craigmooring2091]

Very interesting; even though there was not much dancing. ;-) The scythes seemed quite effective. I liked the shave horse that was carved to look more like a shave wolf, and I would have liked to see the gearing of that fine saw. The retort was charring wood, right? Was it for use in the forges?

[@WiltshireMan]

The charcoal produced can be used for any purpose. I did see one chap using it on a forge but it soon burns. Coke is better for forge work.

[@craigmooring2091]

Right, because it's hot work and Pepsi doesn't satisfy. I know it is better, but there is actually a small company here that makes home forges designed for use with small blocks of wood. It appeals to homesteaders that have forested land and hence plenty of wood from dead-fall or husbandry.

[@monkeychops2485]

Does anyone please know the name of the tool the first fella (peg maker) used to split the log?

[@monkeychops2485]

Sandy, sorry goes without saying thanks for the great Video...watched so many I forget you don't know us all!

[@WiltshireMan]

That was a Froe

[@monkeychops2485]

Thanks so much, couldn't quite catch it! Looks like a great tool especially if you don't wan't an axe out with younger ones around. Keep up the good work I am sure there are thousands of other silent followers!

[@allanthompson9695]

Great Fun

[@PaulBissekerBushcraft]

Thumbs up.

[@stargawper]

Another Jack Hargreaves style Video, I am sure you must channel him Sandy, Cracking Good Video Mate.

[@tracywhited]

Great vid ! All those wooden bowls !!! It was like bowl porn !!! Lol. Love it !

[@welshcarlos]

👍

[@NikonRules303]

I had to go look up the word "Bodger". Now I know. Looks a like a nice time. I wish we had your cooler weather. Want to trade?

[@TheVoodooalpaca]

great stuff, I have linked from www.bodgers.org.uk the first video of this years ball, well done.

[@WiltshireMan]

Yo :) Thankyou. Really enjoyed the Ball. Sandy

[@adelarsen9776]

This video proves that after Brexit the UK will be better off. Well done. Keeping English crafts alive :-)

[@jeremyatkinson4976]

It doesn't. Other european countries have signed accords to support trad crafts. Britain hasn't and is unlikely to to do after we leave as for at least the next decade we'll be skint. Even leading brexiteers agree that it will be hard at first.

[@davidhuxtable8918]

Havent any of these peoples ever heard of electric or makita?!! High precision Power tools?! Or kity lathes?!

[@billy4072]

olde style wood butchers. No makita. lol.