Uploaded June 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
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WELCOME to Hopwood Hall Estate (AKA "Downton Shabby") in Middleton, England.
This channel follows the unexpected adventures of American Hopwood DePree who, whilst living in Los Angeles, traced his family tree online, and discovered his abandoned 60-room ancestral home "Hopwood Hall Estate" that dates back to 1426! Hopwood was informed that if he didn't do something very soon to save the Hall, it would be lost forever. So he packed his bags and left LA to take on the madcap challenge of his life with a passionate team of supporters and community volunteers, in England.
We share the ups & downs, failures & triumphs of this group effort DIY rescue emergency: learning new skills, discovering house & garden secrets and seeking the inspirations that will be needed to get this Estate back onto her feet once again!
Thank you to all our Patreons, Friends and Supporters who have decided to come along on the ride with us as we transform this irreplaceable British treasure back to her original grandeur! It may take us some time, but we embrace it, as the fun is in the process!! We hope you agree and that you will gain as much from watching the journey as we are experiencing it - and do feel free to contact us via the comments section below.
If you would like to become a Patreon of this channel and receive exclusive perks and content, we'll be delighted - please click here: Patreon.com/HopwoodXIV
Special Thanks @EnglishHeritage
Chapter Times:
00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Who is paying for the restoration at Hopwood Hall?
01:10 - Can I visit Hopwood Hall?
02:05 - Who owns Hopwood Hall?
03:36 - Which room do you love most at the Hall?
04:16 - Which room are you most excited to restore?
04:50 - Why does it take so long for your videos to come out?
07:35 - How is the roof coming along?
08:08 - What is the oldest part of Hopwood Hall?
08:54 - Why do you call it a Castle?
10:16 - Are there any rooms that I have not been in yet?
11:00 - How did your ancestors store and preserve food at the Hall?
12:01 - How has the Hall changed over the years?
12:58 - Will you be giving tours of the Hall?
13:25 - Will there be a sequel to Downton Shabby?
14:43 - What is your dream for the Hall?
15:51 - Thank you!
16:29 - Downton Shabby
#hopwood #hopwooddepree #hopwoodhallestate #castlerestoration #homerestoration #restoration #restorationvideos #britishhistory #englishhistory #rochdale #uk #qanda #questionandanswer
Want to see exclusive videos & help support our content? Patreon.com/HopwoodXIV
To order my book DOWNTON SHABBY: HopwoodXIV.com
For more info on the project: HopwoodXIV.com
Facebook: facebook.com/HopwoodXIV
Twitter: twitter.com/HopwoodXIV
Instagram: instagram.com/HopwoodXIV
WELCOME to Hopwood Hall Estate (AKA "Downton Shabby") in Middleton, England.
This channel follows the unexpected adventures of American Hopwood DePree who, whilst living in Los Angeles, traced his family tree online, and discovered his abandoned 60-room ancestral home "Hopwood Hall Estate" that dates back to 1426! Hopwood was informed that if he didn't do something very soon to save the Hall, it would be lost forever. So he packed his bags and left LA to take on the madcap challenge of his life with a passionate team of supporters and community volunteers, in England.
We share the ups & downs, failures & triumphs of this group effort DIY rescue emergency: learning new skills, discovering house & garden secrets and seeking the inspirations that will be needed to get this Estate back onto her feet once again!
Thank you to all our Patreons, Friends and Supporters who have decided to come along on the ride with us as we transform this irreplaceable British treasure back to her original grandeur! It may take us some time, but we embrace it, as the fun is in the process!! We hope you agree and that you will gain as much from watching the journey as we are experiencing it - and do feel free to contact us via the comments section below.
If you would like to become a Patreon of this channel and receive exclusive perks and content, we'll be delighted - please click here: Patreon.com/HopwoodXIV
Special Thanks @EnglishHeritage
Chapter Times:
00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Who is paying for the restoration at Hopwood Hall?
01:10 - Can I visit Hopwood Hall?
02:05 - Who owns Hopwood Hall?
03:36 - Which room do you love most at the Hall?
04:16 - Which room are you most excited to restore?
04:50 - Why does it take so long for your videos to come out?
07:35 - How is the roof coming along?
08:08 - What is the oldest part of Hopwood Hall?
08:54 - Why do you call it a Castle?
10:16 - Are there any rooms that I have not been in yet?
11:00 - How did your ancestors store and preserve food at the Hall?
12:01 - How has the Hall changed over the years?
12:58 - Will you be giving tours of the Hall?
13:25 - Will there be a sequel to Downton Shabby?
14:43 - What is your dream for the Hall?
15:51 - Thank you!
16:29 - Downton Shabby
#hopwood #hopwooddepree #hopwoodhallestate #castlerestoration #homerestoration #restoration #restorationvideos #britishhistory #englishhistory #rochdale #uk #qanda #questionandanswer
