BUILDING THE WALL Of DEATH At Barry Island Pleasure Park

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  • The Ken Fox Wall Of Death Has Arrived At Barry Island & It's Time To Build It. We Take You Behind The Scenes For The Building Of One Of The Oldest Fairground Attractions.
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  • @huwfoxhall547
    @huwfoxhall547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    seen them in Great Dorset Steam Fair phew years ago well worth going to see Thanks for the video

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure mate 😎👍

  • @tonyj1682
    @tonyj1682 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mr d there was a transport company in barry called s harfoot and one of the drivers there used to ride the wall of death at barry Island regular

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm Not sure mate? 🤔

  • @ryanholland1971
    @ryanholland1971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best video yet...👏👏👏

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot mate 😎

  • @GoodwinsPlace
    @GoodwinsPlace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing. Can't wait to come down and see it all running.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's fantastic mate, well worth a visit 😀👌

  • @stevenjones19-m8i
    @stevenjones19-m8i 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Mr D, another great video,it's interesting how it is put together.cant wait to see this in motion.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate, me too 😎👍

  • @sallac8243
    @sallac8243 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can highly recommend Ken's book. It's only a short read but definitely a brilliant one.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like a great read 👍

  • @SlothyVlogs
    @SlothyVlogs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Spot on Mr D

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks mate 🙌

  • @vincentneale2620
    @vincentneale2620 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I seen the wall of death in the late 1950`s at Barry Island - its something once seen you will never forget

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So many people have said that about it, once seen you'll never forget it. 😎👍

  • @keithmorris4369
    @keithmorris4369 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Mr D i remember seeing the wall of death at the island , i cant remember if it was the late 60s or the early 70s, i think Frankie Todd was involved ?

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow how awesome is that, hope you get the chance to see it here on The Island 😎👍

    • @missdebbie100
      @missdebbie100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It would have been very late 50s or very early 60s.

  • @Rob1972
    @Rob1972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I saw the Wall Of Death at Skegness in the 80”s. I can still remember the noise, smell of the engines and the shaking of the structure every time a bike went by. Amazing! 🏍 ☠️

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks mate, I can't wait 😃👌

    • @kenfox1911
      @kenfox1911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It would have been us

    • @Rob1972
      @Rob1972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kenfox1911 The memory has stayed with me for nearly 40 years, so thank you!

  • @joelmorris8368
    @joelmorris8368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks amazing, bet you’ll be going to see the show and bet you’ll love it that much that you’ll go back a few times to see it mr d

    • @itsmephil2255
      @itsmephil2255 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      MrD will be stood inside when the show is going on......Mark my words!!!!

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll be taking you guys along with me when I do 😎👍

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@itsmephil2255 I hope so Phil 🤞😀

    • @itsmephil2255
      @itsmephil2255 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheDudgies really looking forward to the next video

  • @kkrispy2009P
    @kkrispy2009P 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing build up at Barry island cheers 4 sharing

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure thanks for watching 😎👍

  • @anthonythackham9976
    @anthonythackham9976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great vlog. Keep them going I love watching your vlogs

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you mate, more to come 😎👍

  • @vargdegard321
    @vargdegard321 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your enthusiasm in these videos is truly contagious

  • @susanbaker1523
    @susanbaker1523 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Mr "D" geat video i never saw a wall of death for real only in pics i cant believe how quick it is being set up i love build up videos
    i hope you will do more like i said great video

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. I'll show it in action soon 😎👍

  • @itsmephil2255
    @itsmephil2255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Listening to you doing the narration.....I got a serious David Attenborough vibe
    Awesome video...thanks to our man on the ground MrD 👏

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha thanks Phil Mate 🤣👍 ps your t-shirt is on its way

    • @itsmephil2255
      @itsmephil2255 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheDudgies I got an update from hermes...can't wait to have that

  • @rockabilly375
    @rockabilly375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey mate ,
    your videos are entertaining even with the sound off and no subtitles 😂 you can see the enthusiasm for Barry Island in your smile, it's contagious. Keep up the great work buddy

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha thanks mate 🤣👍

  • @Silverado21
    @Silverado21 ปีที่แล้ว

    Of all the huge sky scraper rides Ive seen in your videos, this Wall of Death construction is by far my favorite. So well designed.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad you enjoyed it 👋😁

  • @robanglesea9696
    @robanglesea9696 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great build up video from Barry island

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it 😎👍

  • @JayRblxtp
    @JayRblxtp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man now i have covid :( the only thing i watch when i have it is these vids keep up the work mate

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww mate sorry to hear that, hope you're you're OK. Glad you're enjoying the Vlogs 😎👍

  • @petergregory6185
    @petergregory6185 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    These guys are totally dedicated with their passion. Every piece is brought out in their order and also their pull down pieces put back on trailer in reverse order. Now old is the wood paneling and I wonder if any have been replaced recently. Is all looks well worn and original. Thank you so much for you vlog. Spectacular 😁😁😁👍👍

  • @kevinhodge6700
    @kevinhodge6700 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Second best video to date Mr D . Q how much would you like to have a go at the wall in the go cart ? DGLOS !

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it, yeah I bet that Go-kart is a load of fun 😀👍

  • @clivealdridge1493
    @clivealdridge1493 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great insight again. I remember when we used to go up Epsom Downs Derby week back in the late 60s and 70s when there were so many great attractions there including the wall of death. Brilliant days thanks for bringing back some memories.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍

  • @briankoch6937
    @briankoch6937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to put one together all the time

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's cool fair doos 😎👍

    • @kenfox1911
      @kenfox1911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who's was it ?

    • @briankoch6937
      @briankoch6937 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kenfox1911 I work for a traveling carnival

    • @kenfox1911
      @kenfox1911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@briankoch6937 where? The UK or America

  • @jamesmccormick9980
    @jamesmccormick9980 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video I enjoyed watching it as you did filming it 😀

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha thanks mate 🤣👍

  • @davidbailey9871
    @davidbailey9871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice one MR D 👍

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate 😎👍

  • @colinbrown11
    @colinbrown11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great videos

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you mate 😎👍

  • @Davehearne43
    @Davehearne43 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've figured out how to use them Dave 🤣👍

  • @jerryandywhite4623
    @jerryandywhite4623 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks awesome Mr D 👍🏼 don't get lost or squashed and keep safe and speak more soon 🙌

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jerry Mate 😎👍

  • @dirtwaterfox5074
    @dirtwaterfox5074 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm glad to see that the motordrome is still going we have a couple here in the US

  • @BernardChallenges
    @BernardChallenges 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video!

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed it 😎👍

  • @ryanholland1971
    @ryanholland1971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Think that was Ken Fox carrying the first rolled up sheet.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes you're right mate 👍

  • @abbie6326
    @abbie6326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad actually rode the wall of death over the island back in the late 5o's. Frank Todd would get him in on the act now again. Great to see the wall of death back on the island.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bet that was a load of fun 😎👍

    • @missdebbie100
      @missdebbie100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Frank Todd was my father - he died in 1981. I have very vague memories of the Wall on the Island before he sold it.

    • @abbie6326
      @abbie6326 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@missdebbie100 ​ @Debbie Todd hello Debbie. My dad was Tom Clemett. Only passed away in December age 89. My family had lots to do with the fairground back in the day. My auntie and Uncle was Val and Eddie VanPragg, my cousin Sherri Crane Married John Collins. My grand parents had the snack bar which was by the old roller coaster and years later was in front of the Fun house. Dad used to work over the fair ground as a teenager and his love of bikes from when he was an Evacuee. So as soon as he could buy his first bike he did.. By all account your dad would get mine on the wall too.

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@missdebbie100 So Sorry for your loss, your dad sounds like a great man.

  • @kevinturnbull4200
    @kevinturnbull4200 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome steve

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks mate 👋😎

  • @stellam8157
    @stellam8157 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant! Can't wait to see it. Is it tomorrow (Friday) it's open?

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hiya 👋 yeah tomorrow on the hour from 12 👋😀

  • @rossnolan2883
    @rossnolan2883 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wicked 🙂🙂🙂🙂

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate 😎👍

  • @asbonescemetery
    @asbonescemetery 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video thank you

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure, thanks for watching 😎👍

  • @Davehearne43
    @Davehearne43 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welldone guys don't get lost or squashed keep up the good work

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Dave Mate 🙌

  • @wilsonslegofunfair_
    @wilsonslegofunfair_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shame I wasn’t there and I’m in England I would love to live there!

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you get to see it at some point 🤞

  • @robb5834
    @robb5834 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cant wait see that iv been on one long time ago it two rows rounds so line top there be nother round on top makeing it very high i allso road it in go cart may moons back when i traveled with a big wheel and a mex hat ride brings back few memories ❤ good see it keep going

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much for watching, glad to hear it brought back such fond memories 😊👌

  • @jwmikefreeman8155
    @jwmikefreeman8155 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My uncle Billy Freeman used to ride the wall of death back in the day and travelled all over doing it, Henry might know of him long ago

  • @johnfnielsen5068
    @johnfnielsen5068 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you said half way, by no means half way, they still need to build the catwalk around the barrel
    , there used to be several here in the US, but the cost to insure them is really high, and there are only 2 or 3 left

  • @darranbeal6887
    @darranbeal6887 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr Dudgie, I want to come to see this one weekday in June, I will be on my mobility scooter, is it easy enough to get from the train station to the fair on my scooter?

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's only here for the next 10 days I'm afraid mate, but yes the fair is just across the road from the train station 😎👌

    • @darranbeal6887
      @darranbeal6887 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheDudgies Thanks, I will have to come next week, what day is usually the quietest?

  • @roberthepburn-gr4fq
    @roberthepburn-gr4fq ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had one back in the 70s with a rider named Sputnik!
    He got the name because he went over the top the same year Sputnik went to space! He got banged up pretty good but one of the joints broke his fall!
    One of the legendary riders here in the united states was speedy McNish
    Myrtle purtle had 2 lion's on the bally

    • @TheDudgies
      @TheDudgies  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's definitely a dangerous job, not many still in action 👍