Motorcycle Tour of The New Forest - Episode 1

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  • (This mini tour of The New Forest starts as most MMD tours with a stopover on the way! Episode 1 takes us to the beautiful Cathedral city of Salisbury via the iconic and enigmatic monument of Stonehenge. A really fascinating historical site and well worth spending a few hours there. When you get up close, you realise what an extraordinary achievement it was to construct it 1,000s of years ago! From Stonehenge it is just a short ride to Salisbury and its own iconic contribution to history - A magnificent Gothic cathedral with the tallest spire in the Uk and the best preserved copy of Magna Carta.
    The following day, in beautiful sunshine we headed further south the the ancient ruins of Corfe Castle built in the reign of William The Conqueror, it played a key role in The English Civil War. From Corfe we headed down to Studland bay and the shortest ferry ride ever (4 minutes!) took us the the Millionaire's playground of Sandbanks (to see if we could spot Harry Redknapp) and a fascinating visit to the famous Sammy Miller's Motorcycle Museum before heading for our accommodation for the night in Milford on Sea.
    We hope you enjoy this first episode and as ever, if you do please gives us a THUMBS UP, comment, share and subscribe! Thank you for watching!
    (*Apologies* to anyone living in Wimborne for my schoolboy spelling error!)
    Accommodation: Mercure White Hart Hotel, Salisbury £115 ( Booking.com)
    The Route: Marlborough, Stonehenge, Salisbury, Corfe Castle, Studland Bay - Ferry, Sandbanks, Sammy Miller's Motorcycle Museum, Milford on Sea
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  • @mrcintheuk5596
    @mrcintheuk5596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Take it as a compliment when I say I like these well put together and informative tour guides. I think you've found your niche in the market. Hopefully some continental guides next year. 👍

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks very much - we appreciate your comments and we’re glad you enjoyed it! Can’t wait wait to get abroad next year! 😀👍

  • @tojj29
    @tojj29 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Aha...down south again eh!!
    I can see all the Wimborne (not Wimbourne) folk jumping up and down😁
    Great watch again, nice to see my neck of the woods around Dorset included. You're right about that ferry crossing, you spend more time queueing than actually on it. Have to say they are amazing on that ferry though, if we have an emergency in the back of the ambulance, they'll hold it for us and get us straight across. Saves us 45 minutes of going round by road.
    Sammy Millers is a great day out, if ya love ya bikes and all their history, it's a great place.
    Stay safe

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, can’t stay away! “Wimbourne” 😱doh! Schoolboy error 😳 we loved that ferry! Saved us a lot of time like you say and I’m a sucker for ferries even very short crossings 😀👍

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, can’t stay away! “Wimbourne” 😱doh! Schoolboy error 😳 we loved that ferry! Saved us a lot of time like you say and I’m a sucker for ferries even very short crossings 😀👍

  • @julianpavitt4926
    @julianpavitt4926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Loving watching your tours. Well produced and lovely images.
    Hope to lots more of this in 20222

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks very much Julian 🙏 we appreciate your comments and thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @zzrrf
    @zzrrf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    G'day Guys, Great job on the Video. Just like the Beer, It was a Proper Job LOL Looks like the Start of a great a Tour. Lots of Great sites you went to and Sammy Miller's Motorcycle Museum must have been a real Treat. Great Stuff, see you on the next one. Ride Safe Party on, Cheers Paul. Ps, I like the Background Music

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Paul! We wanted to make it a “Proper Job!” Sammy Miller’s was well worth a visit 👍 and glad you enjoyed our music too! 😀👍

  • @leeandjancruise
    @leeandjancruise 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Relaxing here in my man cave with a coffee wearing just my dressing gown watching MMD's latest, most enjoyable, life's good.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Lee! That’s what man caves are for 👍 glad you enjoyed it! 😀👍

  • @Smokeyonesix
    @Smokeyonesix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I think you should lead more. I nearly always follow the Mrs when we're out. I find I can block more of the arsehole drivers that can annoy/cause accidents.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That’s a good point. A couple of people have suggested I lead more, Gary. Strangely I feel much safer following - maybe I’ve just got used to being able to see Bri and not having to worry too much about where we’re going - particularly in areas we don’t know. I do actually lead a fair bit but typically when we’re not filming as the cameras are a faff to swap around. Thanks for watching our adventures ☺️👍

    • @Smokeyonesix
      @Smokeyonesix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries I just find it less worrying when I can see her too. I'd hate something to happen I may have been able to warn before hand. Keep up the bids I enjoy also the little bits of info are interesting too

  • @erwinballings9155
    @erwinballings9155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    From a loyal fan, thanks for posting another great video. 😃👍👌❤ I would like to mention this, the museum is really worth a visit. I have seen several videos of Sammy Miller's restoration projects on TH-cam, top. 🙏

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Erwin 🙏 we agree, Sammy Miller’s is really well worth a visit and we’re glad you enjoyed our trip! 😀👍

  • @jamesmackinlay2500
    @jamesmackinlay2500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for yet again a cracking video. History as well great place to visit. I did work down in sunny Dorset. Poole at pilkington tiles in Poole. Great place to live. But had to move back up north. To sunny Stockton on Tees. I was also posted to westmoores near Bournemouth. Great posting . I luv it. Looking forward to seeing you ride around the new forest. Thank you both again. As always ride safe. Ps if you have put out the next video before Christmas. From up in the cold snow covered north. All the very best wishes for Christmas and New year. From myself and family. My goal for next year is to get out on my Honda nc750x dct.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks very much James! From Poole to sunny Stockton on Tees 🤔 must have been a bit different 😂 we’ve heard it’s a bit chilly up North at the moment 🥶 so hope you’re keeping safe and well 👍 thanks for watching! 😀

  • @johnvaleriewelbers2995
    @johnvaleriewelbers2995 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Always look forwards your vids. 🤓 great as normal,thanks for sharing. Very cool area too see for sure. 🥂😎🏍💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you 🙏 always good to have your support and thanks again for watching! 😀👍

  • @chrisbittlestone9264
    @chrisbittlestone9264 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “As us sez down yer in Devon, ‘tis a proper job, me booties!” Nice beer and a lovely area 👍😉.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Chris 😀 - it certainly was a proper job! And a lovely area! 😀🌞

  • @wayneschmidt8503
    @wayneschmidt8503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you have a Lovely video , I so enjoy it . However it would be much better if you could tone you music down somewhat . rather hear your bikes and listen to both of you and you comments .

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Wayne 🙏 we’re glad you enjoyed watching our video! The music is a personal thing, some people love it and some don’t 🤷‍♂️ but we appreciate your comments😀👍!

  • @markrandall3454
    @markrandall3454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent - Good as Richy Vida enjoyed so much I subscribed

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Mark - that’s high praise indeed! Thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @carlton683
    @carlton683 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely superb ride out folks thanks so much for taking us with you, 👍

  • @trevorthorn5011
    @trevorthorn5011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi just finished watching great vid as always keep up the great rides and your reviews on where you stay look forward to more ride safe regards Trevor

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Trevor - glad you enjoyed it and we appreciate your comments! 😀👍

  • @S.p.a.c.e.C.o.w.b.o.y
    @S.p.a.c.e.C.o.w.b.o.y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I slipped in one of the exit doors at Salisbury cathedral, I'm a cheap date :)

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good thinking Space Cowboy! 😀 we’ll bear that in mind next time! 😂

  • @graemeshaw9716
    @graemeshaw9716 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Brian. Great, that's Friday night sorted.😀
    Always look forward to your vids.
    This will be another great series I'm sure. Thanks Brian and Sue👍
    Cheers from NZ

  • @theflyingfossil2146
    @theflyingfossil2146 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another brilliant video, how you two are not as big as barn doors with all the cream cakes and coffee you eat and drink. Lol😋☕🍧😜 a big thank you for taking the time to put these video's together.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! Always got have a coffee fix! The odd cake is OK too 😂 we’re glad you enjoyed it! 😀👍

  • @barrywinterton6047
    @barrywinterton6047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What fantastic viewing, watch last night well put together great👍,

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Barry! We’re glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @dutch2433
    @dutch2433 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The new forest is my home. You could have had tea at my place.

  • @robdunn3650
    @robdunn3650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best just got better. Loved it, thank you both so much👍

  • @simonyoungs7581
    @simonyoungs7581 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Went to Lincoln because on one of your vids. Great stuff.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Simon! Hope you enjoyed it, we loved it 😍 and thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @Bowlin01
    @Bowlin01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a great route/ tour with some interesting historical sites. I might have to punch this route and use it next year (when it's warmer😀). Looking forward to episode 2👍

  • @davidlee4966
    @davidlee4966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, when you next visit the Purbeck area you must take look at Lulworth cove, Durdle Door and Browsea island;- on a summers day it feels almost tropical. I must do a video of all the great riding roads in the South West; it could be a long video

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks David - the South West is stunning biking country! We did go to Durdle Door on our Devon/Dorset trip last year - loved it! 😀👍

  • @Sandra-kc8zh
    @Sandra-kc8zh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This episode was wonderful. It brings back so many wonderful memories of our tour of southern England. Stonehenge, Marlborough, Salisbury, Corfe Castle and then over with the car ferry.....again a very beautiful video with atmospheric music...thank you very much for this🤗👍😘...we wish you a nice weekend and a peaceful 1st Advent...cheers🍻

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you very much Sandra! We’re glad you enjoyed it and it brought back some good memories - it’s a beautiful part of the country. Hope you have a good weekend too! 😀👍

  • @bogusmyleene6989
    @bogusmyleene6989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really need to go to your country and see all these site. Been there once but only by planes, trains, taxi and by foot. Need to do a trip by way of motorcycle. Thanks again for sharing the tour and ride. I’ll always be waiting for the next video!

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you 🙏 you definitely need to come and do it on a motorcycle! 😀👍

  • @pascallbf6368
    @pascallbf6368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good to discover British landscape, museum, historical building
    Don't understand all because my English language is poor 😁
    And triumph 900 gt is a very good, I know, I have one🤣

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you very much Pascal! Glad you enjoyed it - great choice of bike too 👍 thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @1954dodger
    @1954dodger 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love you’re video’s fantastic sound track well done I will keep watching

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks very much Roger, we’re glad you enjoyed it! 😀👍

  • @MichaelD1008
    @MichaelD1008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very beautiful landscapes. England is worth a trip, maybe it will work out in 2022 with the motorcycle to see this beautiful country! Greetings Michael from Germany

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Michael 🙏 glad you enjoyed watching! Hope you get a chance to do a trip! 😀👍

  • @1couple4bikes
    @1couple4bikes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good to see our local area, we are in Sandford near Wareham quite often ride down to Swanage for fish and chips. Sammy Millers is on the cards for next week while we are off now we have our new Royal Enfield Himalayan's. Keep up the videos all the best M

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Manny! You’ll really enjoy Sammy Miller’s 👍 how do you like the Himalayan? We saw it a couple of years ago at the Bike Show 😀👍

    • @1couple4bikes
      @1couple4bikes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries We started biking late lets say mid life! passing our DAS in September. The bikes are exactly what we wanted and living up to expectations. We are in no rush so enjoying our rides at a comfortable rate. They are capable of travelling large distances in comfort. So far no regrets

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@1couple4bikes Welcome to the “ Midlife” club! We both started late too and like you we like to take it easy and never rush anywhere! 😀👍

  • @malcolmbennett3555
    @malcolmbennett3555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what a great Fri morning surprise; so looking forward to the vid, history lesson and of course if the IPA is any good, cheers

  • @neillambton4065
    @neillambton4065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad i watched this one, your vlogs really are very well made, very professional, and entertaining. Your trip between Verwood and Wimborne took you within a stones throw from where my wife and i live, and probably along one of my favourite roads in our area, the road between Verwood and Wimborne takes you through Cranborne, and between Cranborne and Wimborne, the road is a fabulous biking road, with tight and sweeping bends, open stretches, and is a real fun ride. Down here in Dorset, we have some truly stunning countryside, which you have seen. You should come back and do the Jurrasic coast some time, it`s really spectacular. If you do, give us a call, i`d love to join you on the ride.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Neil! You do live in a fantastic part of the country 👍 Dorset is stunning - we did a bit of the Jurassic Coast on our Devon & Dorset tour - fantastic! 😀🤞

  • @johnimmins7302
    @johnimmins7302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyable video with very enjoyable places visited. BUT, the back ground music is too much for me.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you John 🙏 we appreciate your comments! Music is a very personal thing - some people love it and some don’t 🤷‍♂️ but thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @garysatterthwaite3751
    @garysatterthwaite3751 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep up the brilliant video’s. only just discovered you! I take delivery of my new Tiger GT Pro tomorrow, just not medically fit to ride it yet, still bought it in Winter in Dec, best deals to be had😉

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Gary! We’re glad you enjoy watching our adventures 👍 hope you got a good deal on your GT Pro - without doubt Sue says it’s the best bike she’s ever had! Hope you have many miles of fun when you’re recovered. Thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @speedfinder1
    @speedfinder1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, as usual! .... I'm watching this in the height of "Storm Barra, " currently smashing into the British Isles! I'm thinking you did well to get the travel in before the worst of the winter weather .

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Greg! Yes we try to get as many trips in as we can before the weather gets really bad! 🌧☔️😀👍

  • @jaynebakerart5796
    @jaynebakerart5796 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We discovered you in lockdown last year and enjoy all your travels. We watched this episode last night and you inspired us to ride out to Sammy Miller's today. We have never been there despite living up the road in Devizes. We told the lady at the ticket kiosk that she is a TH-cam star! Thank you for your positive and uplifting footage. Happy New year 🥳

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much Jayne! Glad you managed to see Sammy’s place 👍 We appreciate your support and thanks for watching and commenting - Happy New Year to you too! 😀👍

  • @peer-olafkremer4715
    @peer-olafkremer4715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your videos! Make me miss the UK even more. Especially now that I’m stuck at home with the left foot broken. Cheers from Germany!

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you very much Peer-Olaf🙏 really sorry to hear about your foot 😱 hope you recover soon and thanks for watching our adventures! 😀👍

  • @edwardwest5035
    @edwardwest5035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brian and Sue, I really enjoy your videos and very much want them to continue but overtakes into the face of oncoming traffic like that at Stonehenge may prevent that. Regards Edward.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Edward - we were filtering past fairly slow traffic (the footage is speeded up) but we appreciate your comments and thanks for watching!😀👍

  • @jimweagant8920
    @jimweagant8920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video thanks for the ride along

  • @derekiwanczuk2867
    @derekiwanczuk2867 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video looking forward to seeing episode 2 take care.

  • @martingale7760
    @martingale7760 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad to see you both around my neck of the woods, on route by Marlborough you missed out Avebury Manor and the Stones , Silbury Hill, Kennet long barrow, Caenhill canal locks , but still a great video, enjoy your rides 😀 👍

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Martin! Always plenty more to go back and explore 👍 the UK is full of fascinating and beautiful places - thanks for the tips! 👍😀

    • @dekcordingley7231
      @dekcordingley7231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are right, Martin, the first sight of Silbury Hill is astonishing, Avebury Stone Circle remarkable, you can walk amongst them and it is free, and the roads just beckon bikers - good shout.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dekcordingley7231 We’ll definitely have to go back! 😀👍

    • @martingale7760
      @martingale7760 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dekcordingley7231 looking around the complex explain everything, a good day out just at Avebury itself.

  • @huwevans4452
    @huwevans4452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New to your channel and enjoyed it especially as I know the areas you visited! You had great weather too. Will watch the next in this series and now subscribed. ATB

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much Huw! We’re glad you enjoyed watching our adventures and thanks for subscribing! 😀👍

  • @M4BoarBiker
    @M4BoarBiker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid guys, I must visit Sammy Millers museum. My Dad used to live in Swanage so I've been to that area many times but didn't realise the museum was there....duh !

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! I must admit we didn’t realise it was there until I saw it mentioned on a Henry Cole programme! Well worth a visit though! 😀👍

  • @ianfutcher1518
    @ianfutcher1518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of my fave roads down to Wimborne

  • @billconnor103
    @billconnor103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just brilliant bill near Durham

  • @johnnys5419
    @johnnys5419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s so relaxing to watch your videos😊 And with a cup of coffee everything becomes perfect🤩 Thanks from cold middle of Norway🥶

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Johnny! Hope it’s not too cold 🥶 over in Norway 🇳🇴 we think it’s cold if it’s below 10 degrees 😂 ! Thanks for watching 👍😀

  • @johnpace7174
    @johnpace7174 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watch out for occasional stray ponies and dear riding through New Forest. Looking forward to episode 2.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks John! There is definitely lots of straying wildlife in The New Forest! 😀👍

  • @tommysbk2919
    @tommysbk2919 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m fairly new to your channel! But I absolutely love it! Fantastic format!

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Tommy! We’re glad you enjoyed our adventures and thanks for your comments! 😀👍

  • @timchamberlain6094
    @timchamberlain6094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looked like a lot of rubbernecking car drivers. Hope your Smidsy alert was on full!

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re absolutely right Tim! We were definitely on smidsy alert! 😀👍

  • @john.robertson9545
    @john.robertson9545 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Once again a great video but how did you manage to go passed Stonehenge in very little traffic every time I've passed along the road it's been chock a block

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you John! It’s always a really bad road past Stonehenge and it was busy but not too bad that we couldn’t filter plus it was off peak! 😀👍

  • @brianfraser2495
    @brianfraser2495 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have an enormous amount of history packed into a relatively compact area, unlike in western Canada where I call home. Here, you can in some places ride for hours and see nothing more than scattered farms and ranches.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes we do Brian! We’re blessed with history and you’re blessed with stunning wilderness! 😀 I remember in 2010 on my Pan American tour riding for hours and hours without seeing anyone! 😀👍

  • @BibtheBoulder
    @BibtheBoulder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First time to your channel and really enjoyed it. The south coast county of Dorset is an area I visit regularly (from rural Warwickshire) and I can highly recommend Poole Quay on a summer Tuesday as it hosts one of the best bike nights in the UK.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much 🙏 we’re glad you enjoyed it! We really appreciate your comments and thanks for watching and subscribing! 😀👍

  • @sootylum
    @sootylum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Superb well put together video, thanks and I look forward to many more of your trips.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much! We’re glad you enjoyed watching our adventures! 😀👍

  • @allanmason7544
    @allanmason7544 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    another a1 video thank you

  • @DellHell1
    @DellHell1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely video, very professional. I don’t like the speeded up bike ride video, it scares me for some reason.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Derek! Glad you enjoyed it - the speeded up part was safer than it looked! 👍😀

  • @crumblymal8479
    @crumblymal8479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Used to live near Stonehenge great area nice see it and I remember when you could just go up and walk among the stones with nothing else there .Unfortunately I live in the north now but get back when I can real nice to see good one guys : )

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you 🙏 we’re glad you enjoyed it! It must have been amazing in the days when you could walk right up to the stones 😀 thanks for your comments! 😀👍

  • @suebt8794
    @suebt8794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the music you pick x I just think you are both romantics xx it's so lovely to see a couple get on so well. You are blessed x

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Aww, thank you for your lovely comments. We met later in life, Sue so really try to appreciate every moment. Neither of us ever take it for granted. Thanks for watching our adventures. Sue & Bri ☺️x

    • @suebt8794
      @suebt8794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries You never dissapoint. No bad language and just love the scores you give to the places you stay. Love the social aspect and history to your journeys. Thanks for sharing your adventures

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@suebt8794 thanks very much - we’re really glad you appreciate it! 😀👍

  • @tonyspeakman9735
    @tonyspeakman9735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So sorry videos are amazing but for safety sake can't help noticing that you do forget to cancel your indicators soon enough

  • @24reprise
    @24reprise 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello from New Zealand. I really enjoy the explanations and history you provide of the districts you tour.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Ivan! We’re glad you enjoyed it 👍 best wishes to all in God’s Own Country! 😀👍

  • @jvl4832
    @jvl4832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done and a wonderful start for the weekend. Thank you Brian and Sue, looking forward to the next installment! Omg itˋs 🍺 òclock. Greetings, Jim

  • @Banditmanuk
    @Banditmanuk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great vid, love the hotel reviews. So want to visit the Sammy Miller museum. This is an area we've not visited before so appreciate the work you've put into making the vid. Cheers and take care.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks very much Richard! We think you’d absolutely love Sammy Miller’s - you need to plan a trip down south! 😀👍

  • @lifeintheshadylane
    @lifeintheshadylane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this vid, you are inspiring me and the wife to create some content together . Keep up the good work !

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you 🙏 we appreciate your comments and we’re glad you enjoyed it! Good luck with your content creation! 😀👍

  • @reg56114
    @reg56114 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    as craig r h would say,fab u luss

  • @5coaly
    @5coaly 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video as always! 👍🏻 Avebury would be worth a visit too if you like Stonehenge.
    I have fond memories of Sandbanks. I spent two summer hols in a row in my teens there looking after young kids for a family and getting paid for it! Used walk onto the chain ferry regularly over to Studland Bay and Shell Bay. The beaches over that side were lovely, although one was and I think still is nudist! 🙈 We’ve regularly ridden down to Barton and Milford on sea and Mudeford, and still not managed to visit Sammy Millars! Definitely next year! Look forward to part 2. 😊

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you 🙏 we’ll definitely do Avebury next time - a lot of people have recommended it 👍 getting paid to stay in Sandbanks - 🤩 wow! I think we’d give the nudist beach a miss in this weather 🌧😂 thanks for watching! 😀👍

    • @5coaly
      @5coaly 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries I’ve just realised that it was on Sandbanks beach promenade was where I first went on a motorbike...pillioned on a the eldest son’s 125 in a summer dress and bare feet, if I recall!! 😱 It was at nigh time and probably shouldn’t have been there. Oh to be young and foolish! 😲 Thanks for bringing back those memories! 👍🏻
      Julie

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@5coaly great memories Julie! 😀👍

  • @peterzs011
    @peterzs011 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Appreciate these videos, great source of inspiration.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks very much Peter we’re glad you found them useful! 😀👍

  • @andyhoggan1490
    @andyhoggan1490 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi from Salisbury. lovely to see you in and around Wiltshire, and a stop off at Stonehenge. Now looking forward to next year, and watching your new adventures. ride safe ;-)

  • @dparsons5950
    @dparsons5950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video I have been to the lazy lion many times

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much! You’ll know the area really well then 😀👍!

    • @dparsons5950
      @dparsons5950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries yes I do there is some great rides in the new forest

  • @timcummings6075
    @timcummings6075 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video, looks like the weather was kind to you as well. Ride safe guys.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Tim - thankfully we were lucky with the weather! 🌞😀👍

  • @scaff3450
    @scaff3450 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you enjoyed my local area enjoyed watching vid

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks very much! We loved your part of the country - so much more to see! 😀👍

  • @nickbenfell4327
    @nickbenfell4327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and thought the music selection was spot on.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Nick! Glad you enjoyed it and we appreciate your comments on the music 🎶 😀👍!

  • @trevorthorn5011
    @trevorthorn5011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will finish vid later 👍

  • @tonyknowler3055
    @tonyknowler3055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks 😊 Brian and Sue for another great video 📹
    We used to live in Salisbury and still miss 😢 it
    But hope to return ASAP
    Area is fantastic for m/c
    Take care of yourselves
    Regards Tony from Spain 👌

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Tony! We loved that area and it is great for bikes 👍 but at least Spain has a better climate 🌞😀😀!

  • @stephenchapman8344
    @stephenchapman8344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. 👍

  • @garyburton6833
    @garyburton6833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A great video guys on this cold and very windy Saturday morning. As someone who lives here in the heart of Dorset, it was lovely to see from an outsider's view all the local tourist attractions and scenery. One small hiccup with your graphics , there is no letter u in the spelling of Wimborne. Just being a bit picky sorry. Looking forward to your next video and the great editing 😀 👍 👌 😊.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks very much Gary! Someone else also pointed out my schoolboy error 😱 no idea why I put that U in Wimborne 🤔 I did write an apology in the video description - hate getting things wrong! Many thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @dekcordingley7231
    @dekcordingley7231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Last of the Summer...weather! Always good to see you both.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Dek! We think it was the last of the Summer - got to enjoy it while it’s there! 🌞😀👍

  • @dalewintle9969
    @dalewintle9969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cracking video again guys , some beautiful spots , definitely some inspiration to do some tours down that way cheers , hope your both well 👍🏻

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much Dale! We can highly recommend this area - it’s definitely worth a tour 👍 we’re both good and thanks for your comments! 😀👍

  • @grahamhunter3233
    @grahamhunter3233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video. You two get around 😊

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Graham! We have to - life is short! Thank you for watching! 😀👍

  • @klauswolf180
    @klauswolf180 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great Video again !! Thank you!! und vielen Dank fürs mitnehmen !!

  • @marcoluoma3770
    @marcoluoma3770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was so happy to see more content from your great channel. Your videos really resonate with the kind of touring I do with my riding buddies, albeit on that side of the pond. Your commentary is so interesting and informative, I’d love to hear more of it about the things you’re passing by and through. Thanks as always.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Marco 🙏 we appreciate your comments and support as ever! 😀👍

  • @derbyshireruralrider9398
    @derbyshireruralrider9398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Museum looks good, remember Henry Cole visiting in recent series. Dorset’s a nice part of the country

  • @andy2480-o2x
    @andy2480-o2x 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great to come home from work, chill out with a coffee and watching another MMD relaxing Vlog, another great one Guys looking for to next one

  • @michael1061
    @michael1061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A nice surprise on a Friday morning

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Michael! It will keep you occupied for a while - hope you enjoy it! 👍😀

  • @philliplum3845
    @philliplum3845 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video.. Well done

  • @stanstevens6289
    @stanstevens6289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I read that motorcycle parking at stonehenge is £5, how does that work?

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was free when we were there! 🤷‍♂️😀👍

    • @stanstevens6289
      @stanstevens6289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries Ah, perhaps it's just at the solstice/special events. Thanks for that 😃

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stanstevens6289 yes, that’s probably right! 😀

  • @davidreed6817
    @davidreed6817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant stuff, I love how you edit everything and that soundtrack just suited the vibe!! Sue, just before Stone Henge you put your bike in the hatched area between the traffic, can I ask that you please don't do that too often (my old police instructor termed it Meat in the sandwich) the risk isn't worth the reward. To end on a positive, what a beautiful part of the country and although I'm not religious those buildings are just gorgeous! looking forward to the next one.

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much David 🙏 we were filtering past fairly slow moving traffic ( footage obviously speeded up) but we appreciate feedback and thanks for watching! 😀👍

  • @smrangers22
    @smrangers22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i live 5 min ride from the studland little ferry , glad u enjoyed our part of the country .

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Stephen! We absolutely loved your part of the country 👍 and the little ferry was brilliant and saves so much time - thanks for watching! 😀👍

    • @smrangers22
      @smrangers22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries i am just waiting for the big ferry to start running again to cherbourg! I pop over there on my f650gs all the time ! Ride safe .Great info u guys give 👍

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We’ve done the Cherbourg ferry before on our way to the Normandy beaches 👍 - the 650 GS is a great bike - took me down the Pan American in 2010!😀👍

    • @smrangers22
      @smrangers22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@midlifemotorcyclediaries yes I have watched your trip in USA and South America ! Great trip 👌 respect

  • @dylanrichards9984
    @dylanrichards9984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🍻 o’clock!!

  • @philholmes4183
    @philholmes4183 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How you pair work out that sandbanks is the new forest is ridiculous it's in dorset get your fact's right then post also it's a long drawn out video to say it's the new forest

    • @midlifemotorcyclediaries
      @midlifemotorcyclediaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😂We live in Bedfordshire, Phil, so just making our way down via a scenic route. Thanks for watching - and yes, we did take the long way round! 😂😂