Walks in England: Shrewsbury River Walk

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  • It's a little after six in the morning in early August and I am taking a gentle stroll along the river Severn in Shrewsbury, in Shropshire to explore the English Bridge. Runners and cyclists, as well as dog walkers, frequent this peaceful stretch of river that loops around the market town. Help me to make more interesting videos.
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  • @alexalexides8947
    @alexalexides8947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The light in Shropshire seems always to be very lovely. If I could go and just see it once, I'd count myself lucky indeed.

  • @mamtadave3128
    @mamtadave3128 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very refreshing walk. I've watched this 3rd time, very tranquil and unspoiled Most of the England countryside is well preserved. I appreciate that very much. Thanks !

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I remember the walk well - one of the early ones of my new walking videos. I must do some more early morning walks in the Spring.

    • @remyraymond5730
      @remyraymond5730 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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      I stupidly forgot my account password. I love any tricks you can give me!

    • @crosbyethan2761
      @crosbyethan2761 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Remy Raymond instablaster =)

  • @adrianburn7178
    @adrianburn7178 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That looks like a wonderful walk. I visited Shrewsbury in 2017 and 2019 but didn't do that walk. I must go back!

  • @NotMarkKnopfler
    @NotMarkKnopfler 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh, how I'm homesick for Shrewsbury. How I love her so.

  • @HenrysAdventures
    @HenrysAdventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed that video! I used to live in Shrewsbury so it brought some memories back!

  • @timothydempsey3035
    @timothydempsey3035 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Richard, your walk a long the river Severn in Shrewsbury was very interesting, I like the way you describe the English bridge and the weeping willow trees, it really looks very peaceful and tranquil, it takes my breath away when I see them beautiful old buildings in the town,well done Richard for making these lovely videos.

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Timothy, thank you for your wonderful comment - you have made my day. I made that walk last year, and I can't wait for better weather to make more better quality videos.

  • @kezzaba1
    @kezzaba1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful town! Added to list of places to go - one day, when we are no longer locked in...

  • @heidicash4772
    @heidicash4772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful town us Shrewsbury Richard ,i use too live there few years ago ,now live in Ludlow another beautiful town .so much history .
    Have just stumbled on your vids and i love them ,keep them coming .👍

  • @RuytonXI
    @RuytonXI 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Don't tell too many people about Shropshire Richard, best kept secret and all that - ha!
    A lovely morning walk around the river and I look forward to seeing more of your Shrewsbury reports.

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gary Wann Thanks Gary. Raining now but was lovely earlier.

    • @123keswick
      @123keswick 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Too late Gary, call the Shrewsbury police. I'm on my way.

  • @chrispritchard4676
    @chrispritchard4676 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A beautiful early morning walk Richard. Thank you. I used to cycle these routes as a boy many decades ago, Possibly one of the most interesting towns in the UK. I must return and take my artists oils and easel and take advantage of the Dingle and surrounding beauty.

  • @rosannecoffman1933
    @rosannecoffman1933 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love British history and architecture. Thanx for you videos.

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for watching!

  • @adrianharrison5208
    @adrianharrison5208 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am driving up to Shrewsbury this weekend to have a good look around with the idea of relocating there.. moved back to Horsham west sussex a few months ago from Canada and Horsham is not what it once was..
    You made the best videos on Shrewsbury by the way really enjoyed watching them

  • @JoeAyres
    @JoeAyres 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you again Sir

  • @daikayll1897
    @daikayll1897 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job again Rich.Lots of info and a great add for G.B.

  • @robinevans3440
    @robinevans3440 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think there was a plague pit in the Quarry...Thought I'd share that pearl of wisdom

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the share!

    • @NotMarkKnopfler
      @NotMarkKnopfler 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wouldn't be surprised. Lepers and thieves were 'expelled' from the town by throwing them over the town walls somewhere between Swan Hill road and the Town Walls Tower. If you have a look over the wall just down from there it's a fair drop!

    • @mrdeath123
      @mrdeath123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Accused witches were once drowned in the dingle, and if they survived they would be swiftly burnt at the steak ( so local legend would have you believe).

  • @stainskoolkidz
    @stainskoolkidz 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this walkabout intro to Shrewsbury. We will be visiting there in March and look forward to following in your footsteps.

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The whole stretch around Shrewsbury is lovely - great fun and lots of lovely buildings in the background too.

  • @ramibu239
    @ramibu239 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely stunning! So serene. Just a peaceful little walk down the River Severn. Loved all the weeping willows. Thought it funny when you were showing the bridge I literally said how "picturesque" right as you did.😄 The other side of the bridge w/ the church steeple in the background - you were talking about all the folks that run & walk right there - all I thought thinking was how many people had taken wedding photos there.👰🤵

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is a very popular walk. Not hard to see why!

    • @NotMarkKnopfler
      @NotMarkKnopfler 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So many memories of walking that very same route and, after leaving school, riding my bike along that very same route, from Abbots Road in Monkmoor, over the bridge just down from the Weir, along the river path in the Quarry, and across Porthill Bridge, and up into Copthorne. Next time you're on that walk, Richard, say hello to the town for me!
      Regards
      Mark
      A Shropshire Lad.

  • @bigchris80
    @bigchris80 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is how I came across you Richard., by watching this video. Love the place. Can't wait till summer to get back down there, keep up the good videos my mate 👍👍

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Chris. Doing my best.

  • @RobertReedATX
    @RobertReedATX 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is very enchanting.

  • @robertwada4039
    @robertwada4039 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    ITS..... SHREWSBURY......

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Robert Wada yes.

    • @Min-xm8tp
      @Min-xm8tp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yep, as in Taming of the...Shrew, Shroowsbury

    • @jamest5149
      @jamest5149 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep most people not from there or the posh cannot say Shrewsbury right…. It’s not Shroowsbury, to much plumb. 👍

    • @laguna3fase4
      @laguna3fase4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I moved to Shrewsbury after leaving the RAF and because my ex wife was from the town. I made it my home ( I'm from Windsor)., although I now live in Telford. Shropshire is such a beautiful county.

  • @zoeschofield
    @zoeschofield 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never been to Shrewsbury, but it sure looks like a lovely and picturesque place

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh it is a beautiful town. :)

  • @justtruth5855
    @justtruth5855 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful place.

  • @Msceridwen66uk
    @Msceridwen66uk ปีที่แล้ว

    My grandmother's father on my Father's side was a Talbot

  • @bigchris80
    @bigchris80 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    love the Severn. amazing river

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Chris

    • @bigchris80
      @bigchris80 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Richard Vobes
      got the weather for it this week bud, magical 👍

  • @alexbraid8700
    @alexbraid8700 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to cycle home from work along this route when I worked at Morrison's on the night shift. It is so tranquil early in the morning. Unfortunately prone to flooding

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Golly it was so flooded last weekend!

  • @stephenjames4937
    @stephenjames4937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I attended art school, next to the English bridge, many years ago. One day, I enticed a lovely girl named Claire under the arch where you are at 5:35 in the video, and we kissed. My misspent youth!

  • @melmo5218
    @melmo5218 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I used to do that walk EVERY day - snow, ice, rain... no impediment. I can't watch.

  • @johnhamill929
    @johnhamill929 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Richard. I'm looking to relocate to Shrewsbury over the next few months.

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You will love it there!

    • @neilcurran1589
      @neilcurran1589 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi John, wherever you're relocating from you'll be hard pressed to find a nicer place than Shrewsbury ( unless you move too near the Severn as it tends to flood fairly often ). I live in Whitchurch which is 20 miles north of Shrewsbury and myself and my wife love our county town. It's got a low crime rate, the people are friendly, as you can see the views of nature and architecture are beautiful. When walking around the town centre always look upwards as the buildings are lovelier than the shops and businesses underneath. Another thing is it's location as you can get north and south quickly and easily. There are lots of great pubs and restaurants ( hopefully there still will be post pandemic ). It has the second best flower show after Chelsea, a nice theatre right on the river by the Welsh bridge and the quarry that Richard mentioned is a beautiful park which Percy Thrower used to work on. All it lacks is a decent football team !!!! Even though I've supported them for far too long. Hope that helps your decision - i doubt you'll regret it, good luck, Neil.

    • @johnhamill929
      @johnhamill929 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@neilcurran1589 thanks for the comments Neil. Plans are ongoing and hopefully will come to fruition soon.

  • @georginacox3909
    @georginacox3909 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Down my busy high street, turn into a side road and there's a weeping willow.

  • @triggerwarningtruthjustfor5433
    @triggerwarningtruthjustfor5433 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, interesting chap.

  • @richardgeorge8612
    @richardgeorge8612 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    if you look at 10.29 you will see to Richards right an arched doorway possibly to an unloading are in the past for the rivers cargo

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Could well be! thanks for watching!

  • @13soxs
    @13soxs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice one Richard, 06.00am!! what sort of time is that :-) lovely morning, come on people, 800 views whats wrong with you......

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      jon harris Lovely an early. Best time of the day. Thanks for watching.

  • @maggielove1893
    @maggielove1893 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely filming Richard. As a Town Guide I'd love to meet you and share some knowledge.

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. That would be great. I am not sure when I am next up - but will let you know! :)

  • @Duffy512
    @Duffy512 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gorgeous area. Have you ever considered moving up from your home down south?

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ian Duff oh Harriet would love me to!

  • @bosshogg0713
    @bosshogg0713 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope this isn't a bad question but how is Shropshire for people of color my last name is shropshire and i want to visit the country

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I should you think you will find it a lovely welcoming place whatever the colour.

    • @bosshogg0713
      @bosshogg0713 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardVobes thanks friend

    • @paulsmith5218
      @paulsmith5218 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can see a black guy walking along at 2. 20.

  • @Riddlestar01
    @Riddlestar01 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good morning Richard :-) Please, what camera do you use for this walk?

    • @RichardVobes
      @RichardVobes  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good morning - I used an old Hero 2 Gopro on a Khiyun phone gimbal the Smooth 3. Here it is in action: th-cam.com/video/GQJ7PRhEbNE/w-d-xo.html