Extremely Wet Wildcamp Derwent Valley Patrick Dickinson 2022-11-26 | Leaving Sheffield we drive out to Derwent Valley in the Peak District, passing a bend in the road where I wrote off my first car 50 years ago, which brings back many memories of my early driving experiences.Aiming to camp at Crow Stones, high up in the Derwent valley we head up onto Howden Edge to be met with severe rain and mist. A decision is taken to adbandon the planned Crow Stones camp, due to bad conditions, and camp lower down the valley where a few glasses of Aberlour 12 year old single malt could be enjoyed in more pleasent conditions
Local Wildcamp.......Broken Camera, Burning Cars and Whisky Patrick Dickinson 2022-11-06 | A simple local wildcamp on Houndkirk Hill overlooking Sheffield, weather forcast was for dry weather, a nice pitch on Houndkirk was chosen all looking good.As usually the weather and other events did not go to plan, then a unexplained fire appears only half a mile away on the moors.Luckly I had a nice sherry bomb whisky to relax with in the tent .Pat
Bivvying Under a Rock on Kinder Scout Patrick Dickinson 2022-10-05 | Bivvying is the simpest for of wild camping, it can be very basic making use of your natural suroundings and features to provide protection, but it allows you to camp in locations not usually accessible to tents.Also some unexpected footage of the Edale and Buxton Mountain Rescue teams in action only 200m away.Thanks for watching
Bleaklow Wild Camp and Getting Older Patrick Dickinson 2022-08-30 | Wildcamp at Bull Stones high up on Bleaklow overlooking the beautiful Derwent Valley in the Peak District.Such an amazing place to camp but can be very hard walking to get there especially as you get older, but older age does not mean you can't camp in these remote places if you set your mind to it.Also a quick look at summer sleeping bags and quilts, which one should I buy ???Pat
The Italian Camp....Food Drink and Witchcraft Patrick Dickinson 2022-07-28 | Music: purple-planet.comRomanescoI like a theme to my wildcamps, with this one it is Italian, well Italian food and drink to be pricise.THE MENUItalian Meats and Cheese*********************Spagetti VongoleSwordfish and AsparagusRaspberry and Vanilla Panacota*********************BreakfastPotato and Cheese Frittata***************************THE DRINKSChianti WineBelliniStarlino ArancioneLemoncelloSambucaCoffee************************Hope you enjoy itCiaoPat
The Pleasure of Drinking Patrick Dickinson 2022-06-19 | A controversial subject I know but its a enjoyable pastime I enjoy with friends and family so why not talk about it.I hope to show you how enjoyable drinking can be, when done in a sensible way, and the many advantages having a few drinks can provide.Its a positive look at drinking which makes a nice change.
Kinder Scout Wild Camp we may have a problem Patrick Dickinson 2022-05-05 | Another wild camping adventure high up on Kinder Scout in the Peak District, planned in great detail.Amazing pitch, great food and even dry weather but nearly at the top it all changed " we may have a problem "
Hand Pulled Beer vs Perfect Draught System Patrick Dickinson 2022-04-08 | Back in the Pub Shed we compare the Perfect Draught beer dispenser which enables beer lovers to serve various lagers and keg beers from all over the world at home.We compare that system to the traditional hand pulled beer found in most pubs dispensing a increasing amount of traditional ale in the time honoured way.And we sample plenty of beer along the wayThanks Pat
Wild Camp at Higger Tor Under Leaning Block Patrick Dickinson 2022-03-13 | Just 5 miles from Sheffield Higger Tor is a spectacular rocky plateau, with breathtaking views all round, extremely popular with walkers from all over the country, but such a amazing place to camp.On the walk up we pass Carl Wark a ancient iron age hill fort which a manage to circle with my drone providing some spectacular footage of this ancient place.My Rab Ridge Raider bivvy provided the perfect peice of kit for sleeping under the massive gritstone rock known as Leaning Block.
Walk and Wild Camp - Ox Stones - Lady Cannings - Ringinglow and a few blackouts Patrick Dickinson 2022-02-25 | A walk round my local area of Ox Stones and Lady Cannings Plantation, such a popular area and so many people.I head out across the open moorland to a favourite campsite and have the place to myself.A simple but perfect wild camp, great pitch, good food and a few drinks, Oh and some Black-Outs !
Return to the Pub Shed Patrick Dickinson 2022-01-31 | My first video after a 4 month break from YouTube, got all my jobs done and had a nice break, and gave me time to look at other interests.I thought we would have a some quality time in the Pub Shed to let you know what I have been doing, and show you a few improvements I have done to the Pub, and have a few pints with you of course.Pat
Taking a Short Break from YouTube Patrick Dickinson 2021-10-13 | Just a short video to let you know I've deceided to take a short break from producing YouTube videos" I'll be back soon "Pat
Stealth Tree Camp Cooking Dinner and Breakfast Patrick Dickinson 2021-09-08 | Another amazing night spent in the tree canopy sleeping on my homemade portaledge, hard work getting everything set up, but worth it for a unique experience.Having built a larger hanging stove to accomadate my frying pan meals have improved, with ribeye steak for dinner and bacon sandwinches for breakfast, just beautiful up there. Pat
Portaledge Tree Camp in Urban Woodland Patrick Dickinson 2021-07-30 | Wow ! what an amazing camp, high up in the tree canopy on my homemade portaledge.Physically and mentally exhausting in getting everything set up but worth all the effort for a magical unforgetable experience.If you want more information on the portaledge and how I built it, and information on my tree climbing methods and equipment then have a look at the links below:Tree Camping the idea is born and part 1 of Portaledge Buildyoutu.be/C4zURnKE1pITree Camping Portaledge Build Part 2youtu.be/Qytc6Ceid-4Tree Camp Portaledge First Test in a Treeyoutu.be/t8biVlcHsyoFirst Proper Tree Camp Using the Portaledgeyoutu.be/JjLoG3vyltoMy Recreational Tree Climbing Equipmentyoutu.be/7AVFfqF1c0QSingle Rope Tree Climbing Techniquesyoutu.be/9iZkZBQ-mzgTree Climbing using Lanyardsyoutu.be/m_MiRODrDNUThanks Pat
Summer Wild Camping Gear and Different Set Ups Patrick Dickinson 2021-07-02 | In this video we have a look at the gear I use for summer wild camping, not just looking at specific items of gear but more at the different set ups you would use in summer whether you are using a tent or a bivvy.Going to look at basic camping gear first, then a look at the different shelters I would use and finally a quick look at the food you may take.At the end if there is time we might go for a quick pint in my new beer garden.Pat
Old Age Pensioner Wild Camping On The Edge Kinder Scout Patrick Dickinson 2021-05-28 | As I have just become a OAP, why not pick one of the highest and wildest places to wildcamp in the Peak District, the northern edge of Kinder Scout.This wildcamp is all about the fantastic scenery and rugged terrain of the northern edge, and by using my drone I hope to show it off in all its beauty.
Woodland Wildcamp with French Food and Drinks Patrick Dickinson 2021-05-03 | As we cannot travel to France at the present time I thought I would bring a bit of France over here on a Spring wildcamp.With a menu of:PastisMediteranian Fish SoupCrepe SuzetteWineBrandy CoffeeLooks like its going to be a very enjoyable camp
New Pub Shed Toilet and a Few Pints Patrick Dickinson 2021-04-10 | Another visit to my Pub Shed and a update on the improvements I have made recently by building a adjoining toilet to the pub and additional bar areaAfter I have given you a tour round the new facilities then it will be time to share a few pints with youAll the best Pat
Whisky Wildcamp in the Garden Patrick Dickinson 2021-03-12 | We maybe not allowed out to wildcamp in the hills due to covid restrictions, but the garden is still a great place to spend the night under the stars.A nice level pitch, some nice food and 3 bottles of single malt whisky, all make this a very enjoyable camp.Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100340Artist: http://incompetech.com
Vinyl Record Collection Reminiscing and Loads of Beer Patrick Dickinson 2021-02-10 | Hi thereBack in the pub shed again, and the theme of this video is music and records, and beer of course.A quick look at my amp and record deck set up, then we'll have a look at the vinyl records from the 60,s and 70,s that me and my wife listen to up in the pub shed, and we'll have a few pints as we remember nights out back in the 1970,sFor InformationBeer Connector was JohnGuest 15mm pushfit to 12 mm pushfitCost £11.99 on ebay ..... seller was fluidairproductsMusic... Get Tough by Track Tribe from Youtube Audio Libary
Wildcamp in the Garden with a Substantial Meal Patrick Dickinson 2021-01-14 | Still out wild camping, but due to covid restrictions camping has to be in the gardenSo the oppertunity was taken to cook a substantial , tasty and filling meal of fish chowder soup, stew and dumplings and steamed ginger pudding and custard.Following this a pleasent night was spent in the tent with a bottle of Glenfiddich 12 year old malt whisky
How I Make a YouTube Video Patrick Dickinson 2020-12-18 | How I get my ideas, how I plan a video and how I use Filmora Pro Film Editer to produce a video for YouTube.
Pub Shed Session Girls Music and Beer Patrick Dickinson 2020-12-10 | As it nears Christmas I though we would have another visit to my Pub Shed, have a few pints, and show you a few improvements I have done.Bit rowdy to start with but once the pole dancing crowd had been thrown out, we could settle down to a few pints and a chat about the latest improvments I had done, and how I have adapted the pub for winter.
My Winter Wild Camping Gear and How I look After it Patrick Dickinson 2020-11-24 | Its a long one this, about a hour long but loads of informationIn this video we will have a look at my clothing and camping gear I use for a winter wild camp in the Peak District.We will also have a look at how I look after my camping gear when I return from a wild camp, usually wet and muddy.Then finaly a brief look at the the camera gear and equipment I use to film my wild camping adventures for YouTube.BELOW IS A LIST OF ALL THE GEAR I USECLOTHINGBase Layer....Mountain hardware Merino wool Top and bottomsMid Layer .....North Ridge Merino wool Long Sleeve TopMid Layer......Haglofs Fibre Pile HoodyCoat..............Paramo Cascade Jacket, 15 years oldWaterproof Coat.....Paramo Cascade 2 TrousersGaiters.........Rab Hispar Gortex Boots..........Scarpa Manta Pro GTXHat..............Anything usually blackGloves........Trekmates GortexSocks..........Bridgedale TrekkerCAMPING GEARRucksack....Lightwave Wildtrek 70 lTent.............Hilleberg SouloPegs............Alpkit , Plus Squewers and Delta ground anchorsFoil Sheet.....Windscreen ProtectorMatteress....Exped Down Mat 7mSleeping Bag...Rab Ladakh 2005 VintagePillar...........Outwell ConquerorStove 1.......MSR WhisperliteFuel............ColemanStove 2......MSR Pocket RocketFrypan........Tesco cheapoCookpot.....Titan KettleMug............Any insulatedcutlery........Titanium and PlasticWater Filter....Katadyne Befree 1litreWater bag......Ortlieb 4 litreHeadlamp....Petzl Aclik CoreLantern....... Coghlans MicroRadio..........Prunes FMKnife..........Cudemans Small pocket KnifeHot Water Bottle......Pure LuxuryDown Booty....Exped size M/LBattery Pack....PNY Slim 5000 mAHWhisky Flask.....260 ml titanium from China, AliexpressWhisky.........Aberlour 12 year old single maltCAMERA EQUIPMENTTrypod.....Forgot this, Carbon Fibre Trypod from China weight 950 gmMain Camera.......Gopro Hero 5 plus 2x spare batteriesOther Camera.......Sony Rx 100 Mk 1, plus 3x spare batteriesAudi Recorder......Sony ICD-PX470Microphone.........Lavalier Lapel MicropnoneDrone.............DJI Mavic Air Fly More ComboThis just about covers all the winter kit I take on a wildcampThanks Pat
Peak District Wildcamp with Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding Patrick Dickinson 2020-11-09 | Last wildcamp for a while due to covid lockdown.Beautiful location on the hills above Sheffield and a fantastic meal of Roast Beef Yorkshire Puddings and Roast Potatoes all cooked in my homemade oven in the tent. !
Bleaklow Stones Wild Camp Heavy Rain and Flooding Patrick Dickinson 2020-10-12 | Wild camp at Bleaklow Stones a beautiful, wild remote location high in the Peak DistrictA relaxing evening in the tent chatting and drinking whisky was soon dramatically interuppted by extreme weather conditions !Also included is demonstration of how the Soulo can be used as a boat when required.
Shed Pub Update and a Visit from Mr Covid Patrick Dickinson 2020-09-16 | You may of seen my shed pub video back in June, this is a update to show you a few improvements and modification that I have done, and have a few pints of course.I will also take the oppertunity to tell you what happened when Mr Covid recently visited our house.It was a few weeks ago and we are all fine and feeling very well.The music is:Bitters at the Saloon by Bird Creek from Youtube Audio LibaryQuite fitting I thought
Kinder Scout Aerial View and Wildcamp Patrick Dickinson 2020-09-01 | A wildcamp high in the Peak District on Kinder Scout PlateauIn this video I take my drone and fly it high above the Kinder Scout plateau to reveal its desolate but amazing landscapeDue to this being a lightweight camp could not take any beer or wine due to the weight, there was room for a couple of 12 year old single malt whisky,s though !link to my Kinder Scout Edge Walk and Bivvy I did in Septerber 2016youtu.be/QKlaJIpPpww
Beer and Pizza Wildcamp....... Oh and Midges Patrick Dickinson 2020-08-03 | A simple wildcamp on the moors above Sheffield, definetly not lightweight with several bottles of beer and a oven to carry.Great location hiddenaway in the wild moorland next to a little stream of cool water to keep the beer cool, what could be better.Then a few million uninvited guest decieded to join me !!
Hand Pulled Beer at Home using Beer in a Box Patrick Dickinson 2020-07-08 | Hand pulled beer and the perfect pint at home.With the UK pubs having been shut for the last 3 months, then just reopening with several restrictions in place what better answer than your own pub with your own hand pulled beer.Using beer in a box, which is readly available online, kept at the correct temperature and coupled up to a beer engine, we have a simple system, easly set up so you can enjoy beautiful hand pulled ale. PARTS AND SUPPLIERS with approx prices******* Watch the postage most pub suppliers are around £6 to £8 *******RLBS ..................... www.rlbs.ltd.ukRefurbished Angram water cooled 1/4 pint beer engine......£160.00Demand Valve..........................................................................£30.00Non return Valve can be used..................................................£12.00Vitop connector.........................................................................£8.50Beer Line 1/2 and 3/8 ..............................................................£2.00 per m0.6 and 1.0mm Sparklers........................................................ £3.00 eachA1BAR STUFF ..............www.a1barstuff.co.ukSupply very similar stuff as RLBSVarious John Guest connectorsBeer line insulation 20 mm internal dia...................£4.40 for 2mVIGO LTD..............www.vigoltd.comVitop connector...........................................................£8.00**** Bags useful for home brewers*******Beer in a Box bags.....5 litre pack of 10.....................£7.00.............................. 10 litre.....................................£9.00.....................................20 litre................................... £12.00AVICA................Prosan beer line cleaner 5 litres..................£9.00AMAZONInkbird Itc-308 Temperature controller.....................£30.00SOME OF THE BEERS I HAVE TRIEDJOLLY SAILOR BREWERY ......... Selby Pale....20 litres....£50.00 Selby Spring..20 litres....£50.00Both nice beers took couple days to clearFree delivery in Yorkshire certain days of the weekKELHAM ISLAND BREWERY SHEFFIELDEasy Rider and Pale Rider.....both £50 with free delivery in Sheffield ****** Be aware Kelham Beers come in polypins with a different tap*********** Will not fit Vitop ConnectorYEOVIL ALESFruity Tangereen Blonde......£65 for 20 litre plus £9 deliveryNice beer but more of a pale ale
My Shed Pub, Hand Pulled Beer and the North South Divide Patrick Dickinson 2020-06-22 | On March 21 this year Boris shut all England,s pubs, which was the right thing to do with the virus present. I spend a lot of time in the pubs with friends and I love hand pulled beer.So I decided to build my own pub in the shed at the top of the garden as a lockdown project, install a hand pump and enjoy the pleasures of my own hand pulled beer.
Aerial view of Sheffield where I live walk and camp in 4k Patrick Dickinson 2020-05-17 | Having lived on the western side of Sheffield all my life and having filmed a lot of my YouTube videos in the area I thought it would be great if I could show my viewers the area I know so well.In March on a nice clear day I flew my drone high up in the sky, I let it fly in a 500 foot diameter circle at 3mph filming the city and the hills west of the city.Hopefully this video will reveal the city of Sheffield and the countryside west of the city in all its beauty
Wild Camping - 4k Drone Footage - Peak District Patrick Dickinson 2020-04-26 | Another look at my Mavic Air drone and how I use it to enhance my wild camping videos.In this video we will have a close look at some of the Intelligent Flight Modes I use when out in the hills, the main ones I use are, Quickshots, Active Track and Point of Interest.I will demonstrate the results I get by using a lot of drone footage from previous wild camps, and from when I was learning to fly the drone last year
Introduction Mavic Air Drone for Wild Camping Videos Patrick Dickinson 2020-04-05 | First of two videos about my Mavic Air drone and how I use it on my wild camping videos.Part 1 will look at the drone and controller, its features, controls and the vast amount of information available on the controller screen.This just a basic guide, I,am a wild camper not a drone expert, its more about how I use the drone to enhance my wild camping videos.
Stealth Wild Camp in Urban Woodland Patrick Dickinson 2020-03-20 | Relaxing Spring wild camp in my local woodland, bird song, rib eye steak, steamed Treacle sponge and custard, what more could you ask for.Also a slight change to my travel plans for this year, which basically means lots more wild camping.Thanks Pat
Wild Camp - Chinese Wall - Kinder Scout Patrick Dickinson 2020-02-14 | Spectacular wild camp on Chinese Wall, a rocky crag 2000 feet up on the northern edge of kinder Scout in the Peak District.Amazing location perched on the top of the crag with fantastic views all round, a perfect opportunity to use my drone to show the true beauty of the northern edge of Kinder Scout
Wild Camp French Cuisine and Plans for 2020 Patrick Dickinson 2020-01-17 | Peak District wild camp in January overlooking the city of Sheffield.A three course french style meal comprising of tiger prawns, tuna steak and creme brulee, and of course plenty of wine.Later on in the video we will have a look at what videos I have planned for 2020
Exploring Spinkhill Abandoned Railway Tunnel Patrick Dickinson 2019-12-17 | In this video we explore Spinkhill railway tunnel near Sheffield, inside and from above.At 501 yards long and very easy access its a great introduction to exploring these abandoned wonders of a bygone age.Later in the video I will be using my drone to give you a birds eye view of the route the tunnel takes
Chilli Wild Camp Overlooking Sheffield Patrick Dickinson 2019-11-22 | Wild camp on the wild moorland overlooking the city of Sheffield on a cold but clear November night.Freshly cooked beef chilli and rice, a bit of night time photography and a great sunrise, what more could you ask for.
Wild Camp Back in Time to 1975 Patrick Dickinson 2019-10-28 | In this video we go " back in time " to the 1970's and wild camp using my camping gear of that era.For your entertainment and fun there will be a series of old photographs from the 1970's through to present day of the different tents I have owned and varied camping styles.
Thyroid Cancer my Biggest Challenge yet Patrick Dickinson 2019-10-10 | Sorry about the shocking title but I have just had thyroid cancer, I,am fully recovered now, just thought I would tell you my story.
Woodland Wildcamp with a Oven Patrick Dickinson 2019-10-01 | End of summer woodland bivvy using a homemade camping oven to cook all the food. Delicious menu of fresh pizza, that old favourite, pie chips and peas, and croissants and jam the following morning.
Exploring Barnsdale Railway Tunnel A1 Junction 39 Patrick Dickinson 2019-09-16 | Not a easy abandoned railway tunnel to get in to, but there are ways to get over a 12 foot security fence.Worth it for the sheer size of this 1226 yard long tunnel and its 3 magnificent ventilation Shafts.
Tree Climbing High in the Canopy using Lanyards Patrick Dickinson 2019-09-02 | This is the final video in my series of recreational tree climbing andin this video we complete the climb to the top of the tree using 2 lanyards, a technique known as ALT or alternating lanyards techniques.High in the canopy, the best place to be
Single Rope Tree Climbing Techniques SRT Patrick Dickinson 2019-08-23 | Demonstration of Single Rope Climbing Technique, for climbing trees. Includes use of throw line, and method of getting your rope up into the tree.Setting up of SRT climbing gear and ascending the tree using single rope climbing techniques.For a better description of the gear I use please look at a earlier video called: My Recreational Tree Climbing Equipment Published 11 August 2019
My Recreational Tree Climbing Equipment Patrick Dickinson 2019-08-11 | In this video we look at the equipment I use for recreational tree climbing, in detail describing each item.Will look at basic safety gear, throw line kit, saddle, ropes and general equipment like slings pulleys and carabiners.In later videos we will cover Single Rope Climbing techniques and use of Alternating Lanyard Techniques for higher up in the tree.
Last look at 36 DD Patrick Dickinson 2019-07-15 | Exploring the last section of the culvert known as 36 DD under the steelworks at Stocksbridge.As the number of views seem to be influenced by the size of 36 DD in the title, I, ve made them really big !!
Exploring 36DD Underground River Patrick Dickinson 2019-06-28 | Finally we get to explore the massive underground culvert that runs under the Stocksbridge valley, SheffieldIt did not go to plan !!
Exploring The Breech Underground Culvert Patrick Dickinson 2019-06-16 | In this video we explore a underground culvert known as The Breech Remember Shakespeare and Henry V........ " Once more my friends unto the breech, once more "It will all become clearer in the video.This culvert built around the 1880,s, is very steep, its only 6 foot high and is a vivid orange colour, but makes a interesting explore.
First look at 36DD near Sheffield Patrick Dickinson 2019-05-25 | 36DD is the name given to the culverted section of the Little Don River that runs for approximately one mile under the steel works in Stocksbridge valley near Sheffield.Explanation of the unusual name and a undercover recce in the steelworks to see if this explore is doable
