Uploaded June 2023 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
A full tour of our old abandoned nightclub inside my ancestors' historic Hopwood Hall where music legends are said to have played including John Lennon, Ozzy Osbourne, and hit groups like Madness, UB40 and many more that eventually grew into the Manchester aka "Madchester" music scene. Apparently even Sir Anthony Hopkins once gave a speech there! We are also shocked to make some unexpected discoveries hidden deep within the walls! This is a special opportunity to see the currently closed-to-the-public space before we renovate it in the ongoing restoration of Hopwood Hall Estate in Middleton, England.
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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
#restoration #renovation #discovery #music #musichistory #manchestermusic #madchester #nightclub #manchester #disco #tour #tours #vlog #ozzyosbourne #johnlennon
Chapter Times:
00:00 - A Nightclub in a Castle?
01:42 - The Story
02:47 - Famous Visitors
04:05 - Dorms above the Disco
06:34 - A Nightclub Memory
07:13 - Remnants of a Bar
08:14 - Historic Brewery
09:20 - Two Pasts Intertwined
10:55 - Take the Stage
11:27 - Restroom for Legends
12:42 - Destruction and Restoration
13:47 - 24-Hour Party People
14:12 - Wow!
15:05 - The Stage Door
15:55 - A View from the Stage
16:21 - The Greenroom
17:11 - New Discoveries Unveiled
19:46 - Investigating Further
22:48 - The Future
24:15 - Boogie with me!
24:42 - Outro
24:51 - There’s more?!
A full tour of our old abandoned nightclub inside my ancestors' historic Hopwood Hall where music legends are said to have played including John Lennon, Ozzy Osbourne, and hit groups like Madness, UB40 and many more that eventually grew into the Manchester aka "Madchester" music scene. Apparently even Sir Anthony Hopkins once gave a speech there! We are also shocked to make some unexpected discoveries hidden deep within the walls! This is a special opportunity to see the currently closed-to-the-public space before we renovate it in the ongoing restoration of Hopwood Hall Estate in Middleton, England.
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
#restoration #renovation #discovery #music #musichistory #manchestermusic #madchester #nightclub #manchester #disco #tour #tours #vlog #ozzyosbourne #johnlennon
Chapter Times:
00:00 - A Nightclub in a Castle?
01:42 - The Story
02:47 - Famous Visitors
04:05 - Dorms above the Disco
06:34 - A Nightclub Memory
07:13 - Remnants of a Bar
08:14 - Historic Brewery
09:20 - Two Pasts Intertwined
10:55 - Take the Stage
11:27 - Restroom for Legends
12:42 - Destruction and Restoration
13:47 - 24-Hour Party People
14:12 - Wow!
15:05 - The Stage Door
15:55 - A View from the Stage
16:21 - The Greenroom
17:11 - New Discoveries Unveiled
19:46 - Investigating Further
22:48 - The Future
24:15 - Boogie with me!
24:42 - Outro
24:51 - There’s more?!
