Car Jumping Championships 2018 Britclip 2018-05-07 | #flyingcars #ramprolloverA cloudless sky and baking temperatures greeted drivers at the Angmering Raceway in West Sussex. 12 drivers competed in the annual Car Jumping contest. Needless to say, those that fell from the sky and crashed into the line of wrecks in spectacular fashion got some of the biggest applause. Each attempt was judged on elevation, the reception from the crowd and of course distance. Most attempts landed amongst the wrecks but several managed to take off and land safely with most of their car intact. The winner managed superb elevation and distance, much to the delight of the cheering crowd. Nick Warder, who drove his old knackered Audi, was thrilled to take the title, despite losing his crash helmet in the process. Most drivers do not like to admit they feel nervous before this championship, but you do have to have nerves of steel to match any bravado in this challenge, it’s certainly not for the faint-hearted! Drivers speak of the immense adrenaline rush of hurtling their car towards the ramp. Shaun Goddard lacked the panache of Warder but won bragging rights for the best crowd-pleaser as his car took a tumble during his jump, so he was upside down.
Sussex Ploughing Championships 2024 - Classic Vintage Tractors Britclip 2024-10-19 | Right, so, a ploughing match. What is it? Well, it's exactly what it says on the tin—a bunch of people taking their tractors out into a field and trying to plough the straightest, neatest furrow they can manage. Now, back in the day, you'd have had your horses doing all the hard work. But these days, the real stars of the show are vintage tractors. That's right, those old, clattering machines with more character than most modern cars—and they’re far more popular than you’d expect.The whole thing works on a points system, like Strictly Come Dancing, but with mud. Straightness, neatness, and overall "not making a complete mess of the field" are what the judges are looking for.And it’s not a niche little event either. Ploughing matches are a big deal, with contests happening all over the country. The seasons vary depending on where you are, but here in Sussex, we’re talking about the Sussex Championships, held in Newick. And get this—it’s been running for nearly 72 years. That’s older than some of the tractors!Now, if you win on the day, there’s more than just bragging rights and a trophy. The champion earns a spot to compete at next year’s British Championships. So, you see, it’s not just about getting your furrows straight. There’s real glory at stake.#ploughing #farming #agriculture
Being Boiled Live - Human League/Heaven 17 Britclip 2024-10-17 | "Being Boiled" was the debut single by the British synth-pop band the Human League. Composed by Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh, with lyrics by Philip Oakey, it is regarded as a seminal work in early synth-pop "Being Boiled" was one of the first mainstream British singles to use entirely electronic instruments, and is strikingly different from and darker than the group's more well-known songs.It has been released several times since 1978 and was a UK top ten hit in 1982.
Scandal rocks The World Conker Championships as winner accused of cheating Britclip 2024-10-15 | Ah, the World Conker Championships—what a beautiful tradition of smashing chestnuts, a sport that truly embodies the British spirit. But alas, even in this noble pursuit, a scandal has erupted! Picture this: the men’s winner, one David Jakins—known to the world as “King Conker”—is accused of foul play after his glorious victory in Southwick, Northamptonshire.Now, David, 82 years young, finally clinched the title after competing since 1977. But, in a twist worthy of a soap opera, organisers found a steel replica conker in his pocket after the match. Yes, you heard that right. This man, who’s been dutifully stringing up chestnuts for years as the competition’s chief judge, is now accused of winning with a metal decoy.His opponent in the final, a chap called Alastair Johnson-Ferguson, is crying foul, suspecting all along that something wasn’t quite right. And who can blame him? After all, Jakins won bouts in a single hit. Suspicious? Perhaps. But David—King Conker himself—denies everything! He claims the steel conker was merely for “humour value,” as one does.The World Conker Championships is, naturally, investigating. But let’s be honest, folks—do we really believe the King would stoop to such a level? Of course not! Long live King Conker, and may justice prevail. God save the King, indeed!
How to prepare for the World Conker Championships - Comical Interview Britclip 2024-10-15 | We have unearthed an interview from 1996 on how one of the competitors prepares for the annual World Conker Championships.
Matts Charity Ride - London to Rome Britclip 2024-10-14 | Join Matt Kirby on an incredible cycling journey, covering 2,200 km from the Tower of London to the Colosseum in Rome.A dedicated fundraiser for nearly 50 years, this is Matt's 295th project. His efforts have ranged from small local initiatives to large-scale campaigns. Currently, his "Food and Sport for All" project is in its 5th year. For this year's challenge, Matt aims to raise £5,000 for the Arctic One Foundation, which will contribute to Cancer Research, and collect 5,000 food items for The Trussell Trust's Food Banks.Matt's ride is divided into five stages:London to ParisParis to GenevaGeneva to MonacoMonaco to PisaPisa to RomeThis is the first time Matt has documented one of his adventures on film. He hopes you’ll enjoy following along!
A mysterious man’s campaign against his anti-fun city Britclip 2024-10-13 | Right, picture this. A bloke in Chichester – fed up with the crushing boredom of his local town – has decided to take matters into his own hands. And how, you ask? By erecting spoof signs. Brilliant, isn't it? These aren't your run-of-the-mill road signs, no. They're mocking the sheer absurdity of Chichester’s fun police, or rather, the total absence of fun.This mysterious maverick calls himself the Chichester Anti-Recreation Partnership – Carp for short. And Carp isn’t just out to give us all a chuckle. No, there’s a point to his mischief. He’s had enough of the endless 'no this, no that' signs plastered everywhere, suffocating the town’s soul. You can barely sneeze without a warning.Since August, this anonymous hero has reportedly put up 35 of these satirical gems, documenting his rebellious handiwork on social media for the world to enjoy. It's just the sort of mischief every dull, overregulated town needs.
Who will conquer at the World Conker Championships? Britclip 2024-10-12 | Now, the game is delightfully simple: you’ve got a conker on a string, and so does your opponent. Your mission? Smash theirs to smithereens before yours meets a similar fate. No high-tech gear, no performance-enhancing conkers – the organisers make sure everyone gets the same nut, so no one’s sneaking in a secret hardening recipe passed down from their gran.It all kicks off with a coin toss, naturally. The winner of this epic showdown of luck gets to decide whether they want to strike first or sit back and watch. But here’s where things get technical: you’ve got to keep at least 8 inches – about 20 centimetres, if you prefer – of lace between your knuckles and your nut. And if there’s any doubt, there’s even a gauge to measure it, because obviously, accuracy is key in this world of conker combat.Each player gets three chances to wallop the other’s conker, taking turns. But beware, because if you manage to knot the laces – a so-called ‘snag’ – it’s not just embarrassing; three of those and you’re out, disqualified, and probably mocked for life. And that’s conkers. Silly? Yes. But then, what British sport isn’t?
Elon Musk has unveiled the firms long-awaited robotaxi, the Cybercab Britclip 2024-10-12 | Elon Musk has unveiled the firm's long-awaited robotaxi, the Cybercab.The Cybercab will have no steering wheel or pedals, Musk said, and will have inductive charging rather than a plug.The Cybercab, will cost less than US$30,000, and announced plans to bring autonomous driving to its Model 3 and Model Y cars in California and Texas by next year.
European Chainsaw Carving Championships Britclip 2024-10-10 | The European Chainsaw Carving Championships, Ragley Hall, September 2024. A tranquil setting, utterly transformed by the whirring roar of chainsaws as Europe’s finest wield their weapons of choice—not to chop down trees, but to create art. Yes, art, with chainsaws.For three days, 25 of the continent’s top carvers took on the challenge, each armed with nothing but a massive 1-tonne block of timber and a heap of skill. And the results? Well, let's just say if you thought a chainsaw was only good for chopping firewood, you’d be in for a real shock. The sculptures they produced were nothing short of extraordinary.#woodcarving #woodworking
The British Antique Fair Britclip 2024-10-07 | Ah, the British – we absolutely adore nothing more than poking around for old, dusty antiques. It’s practically a national sport. And let’s be honest, the country is littered with vintage fairs, especially down in the South-East, where some of the biggest events take place. It's like an obsession, and we’re quite good at it!
Meet Chinas tallest basketball player - Yao Ming 姚明 Britclip 2024-10-07 | Meet China's tallest basketball player - Yao Ming 姚明
Broadstairs Britclip 2024-10-06 | Broadstairs is a coastal town on the Isle of Thanet in the Thanet district of east Kent, England, about 80 miles east of London.
‘Blue plaque’ at Tesco honours lettuce that outlasted Liz Truss Britclip 2024-10-05 | A fake blue plaque has been erected outside a Tesco in Walthamstow to commemorate the fact that the lettuce that famously outlasted Liz Truss’s premiership was bought there.
Pedal Car Grand Prix Britclip 2024-10-05 | Right then, picture the scene: 40 teams of four lunatics, all mad enough to compete in this 2-hour pedal-powered endurance race. But wait, there’s more – each team also had a pit crew member, whose job it was to hover around and provide much-needed support during pit stops. These were teams of men, women, and mixed groups, all jostling for one thing – bragging rights. It wasn’t just a race; it was a battle for ultimate glory.Now, the circuit, a sprawling 1.4 kilometres of tarmac, was lined with spectators, all hoping for some chaos and carnage. And they got it. The pit lane – the nerve centre for frantic driver changeovers and the occasional roadside repair – stretched long enough for teams to sweat over every precious second lost. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like when a finely tuned athlete swaps places with someone who just ate a sausage roll, well, you’d be in luck.Now, some of the cars, if you could call them that, looked like they’d been cobbled together from bits of old tractors and forgotten sheds. Others, however, were sleeker, more sophisticated – the Ferrari to your neighbour’s rusty wheelbarrow. The weight of these contraptions? Absolutely critical. But, more importantly, so were the riders’ legs. Fitness and stamina ruled the day, though some looked like they’d never met either.Driver changeovers were another story altogether. The objective: make them as smooth as possible. The reality? Well, let’s just say, not everyone’s on the same page. Most teams managed to swap their drivers every two to three laps, but it wasn’t always elegant. And let’s not forget the steering – oh no – a rudimentary system that meant navigating tight bends at top speed wasn’t for the faint-hearted. Brakes? Well, they had them… sort of.
Local council mocked at scarecrow festival Britclip 2024-10-04 | Every year, the charming little hamlet of Motts Hill, tucked away near Groombridge in East Sussex, hosts its annual scarecrow festival. Now, the locals there aren't content with your average, boring scarecrows. Oh no, they like to take things up a notch.This year, they've decided to have a bit of a laugh at the expense of the County Council, giving them a jab for failing to fix the potholes.
The Serpentine, in London. 60s cine film Britclip 2024-10-02 | Footage from the 1960s - sunbathers in Central London.The Serpentine Lido is one of the capital’s most iconic outdoor swimming spots, opened officially in 1930. It’s a little rectangular patch roped off from the rest of the lake (to avoid any collisions with pedalos and/or wildfowl), and is one of the more comfortable of London’s wild swimming spots thanks to its facilities — you’ll find changing rooms on-site, and sun loungers for hire along the lake’s banks.In the 1950s and '60s, on a hot summer day, it was choc-block of people all enjoying swimming and sunbathing.
Steam clock in Japan Britclip 2024-10-01 | On June 25,1994, the world's largest and second-ever steam clock was installed in front of Otaru Orugoru-do, a popular music box store, on the Marchen intersection. The British-style bronze clock measures 5.5 meters high and weighs 1.5 tons. It was assembled by Mr. Raymond Sanders, who also made the first steam clock located in Gastown, Vancouver, Canada
Size Does Matter at the UK National Giant Vegetables Championship Britclip 2024-10-01 | Well, here we are at the ultimate showdown of monstrous marrows, titanic turnips, and cabbages that could easily double as a small car. Welcome to the UK National Giant Vegetables Championship, where vegetables aren’t just grown – they’re engineered to ludicrous proportions. Forget your garden variety carrot; these things are so big, they could probably qualify as farm machinery.The competition here is nothing short of ferocious. Hardened growers spend months – maybe years – meticulously nurturing their freakishly oversized leeks, parsnips, and celery. Some of these vegetables are so outrageously massive, that they make your average supermarket produce look like a sad joke. And let’s not forget, records are regularly obliterated as these hulking veggies get bigger and heavier every year. It’s veg-growing but on steroids. Quite literally.
Iceberg Spotting on the way up to the North Pole. Britclip 2024-09-30 | Iceberg Spotting on the way up to the North Pole. Le Commandant Charcot is an icebreaking cruise ship operated by the French shipping company Compagnie du Ponant. Named after the French polar scientist Jean-Baptiste Charcot,
Ready, Steady, Chainsaw - International Carver Speed Contest Britclip 2024-09-28 | International Chainsaw Carver Speed Contest from the APF Exhibition in September 2024.Now, for those of you who get a kick out of watching people conjure up artwork right in front of your eyes, this one's going to hit the spot. It’s the Chainsaw Carving Speed Contest. And let me tell you, these chaps are seriously good—brilliant, even. They go head-to-head, racing against the clock, with just half an hour to transform a lump of wood into a stunning sculpture.Armed with up to three different chainsaws, each fitted with specially designed carving bars, they craft their masterpieces. And when the dust settles, the works are auctioned off to the public.#woodworking #chainsawman #chainsaw
Activists throw soup on Van Gogh painting again Britclip 2024-09-27 | Just Stop Oil Activists Throw Soup at Van Gogh’s Sunflowers after Fellow Protesters Jailed.Footage from Just Stop Oil.
The Subbuteo World Cup 2024 Britclip 2024-09-23 | Over 300 players from 15 nations gathered for the Subbuteo World Cup. It has all the drama, passion, and excitement of the real deal, with one minor difference: the players are one-inch-high plastic figures, flicked across a bit of felt by fully grown adults in two 15-minute halves. And mercifully, there’s no VAR to ruin the fun.Subbuteo was devised by former RAF man Peter Adolph in 1947, in the village of Langton Green on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells.
The Subbuteo World Cup Britclip 2024-09-23 | It has all the drama, passion, and excitement of the real deal, with one minor difference: the players are one-inch-high plastic figures, flicked across a bit of felt.
Vertical Sprinting: World Pole Climbing Championships Britclip 2024-09-22 | Vertical Sprinting: Athletes Defy Gravity in 25 metre World Pole Climbing ChampionshipsSprinting 25 meters is challenging enough, but these athletes take it to new heights—literally—by racing straight up 100-foot timber poles. The sport traces its roots back to North American lumberjacks who once scaled towering trees with axes. Today, it’s a high-octane competition.The poles, towering Douglas Firs, were sourced from Longleat Forest and embedded 14 feet into the ground for stability. Competitors scale the 25-meter poles as fast as possible, with some pros using titanium spikes to shave seconds off their time.This year, 27-year-old World Champion Dan Whelan defended his title for a record fourth time, clocking in at 9.9 seconds. While impressive, it didn’t break his 8.8-second world record. In the women’s event, Chloe Barnard secured the title, proving pole climbing isn’t just for men.The next World Pole Climbing Championships will be held in the UK in two years, giving athletes plenty of time to train for the ultimate vertical challenge.
Lawnmower British Championships Britclip 2024-09-21 | The British Championship takes place from May to September. Each of the four groups have their own Championship. Two Championship races will take place on each day of racing. Each Group Championship race lasts between 15 and 20 minutes.
The Subbuteo World Cup kicks off this weekend Britclip 2024-09-19 | The iconic tabletop football game is returning to its birthplace, Tunbridge Wells, for the 2024 Subbuteo World Cup.
2024 Diving Chess World Championship Britclip 2024-09-19 | Diving chess, as ludicrous as it sounds, is chess, but underwater. Imagine you’re in a swimming pool, holding your breath like a lunatic, while you try to outwit your opponent with your moves. It’s a mad blend of physical endurance and mental prowess, where managing your oxygen levels is just as crucial as thinking two moves ahead. Only someone with the patience of a saint and the lung capacity of a fish would dare to play this underwater insanity.
British Speedgolf Championships 2024 Britclip 2024-09-16 | Some of the highlights from the British Speedgolf Championships 2024This unique tournament blends speed and skill, where the winner is determined by a combination of golf strokes and time. The top players are aiming for an impressive sub-35-minute 18-hole round as they compete in the 10th edition of this prestigious speedgolf event. With its largest field to date, competitors from France, Finland, Belgium, Sweden, and the US strived for both pace and precision in one of the most distinctive championships in UK golf, certainly the fastest! For the first time, The R&A has supported the championship, which promotes a faster, more athletic version of the game. This championship is also one of the most inclusive in the sport, featuring PGA Pros, amateur players, women, and junior teens, and even three Adaptive players.Sponsorship appreciated from Mizuno Golf Europe, Dorset Orthopaedic (part of Ottobock) and Lord Wandsworth College. #speedgolf #mizuno #mizunogolf #ottobock
What a wonderful sight heading down my street Britclip 2024-09-14 | What a wonderful sight heading down my street
Jet Suit - #jetsuitraceseries #jetsuit Britclip 2024-09-14 | Richard Browning is a British inventor of a "jet suit". He is the founder and chief test pilot of Gravity Industries, a company that designs and builds his invention, the Daedalus Flight Pack.Gravity Industries was recognized by Guinness World Record for the fastest flight in a body-controlled jet suit in November 2019 at 85 mph (135kmph)#jetsuitraceseries #jetsuit
Soapbox Racing well, crashing really Britclip 2024-09-13 | Soapbox Racing...well, crashing really.Drivers challenge one another by presenting hand-made, motorless vehicles, judged for their aesthetic, their speed, and their road-holding.In the USA in 1934, soapbox racing was all the rage, as teenagers raced homemade wooden cars in their local neighbourhoods. By 1936, 100,000 fans attended the finals of the National Soapbox Derby.
What is Crazy golf all about! Britclip 2024-09-12 | Crazy golf, also known as adventure golf or mini-putt, is a variation of mini-golf that features unusual obstacles and designs to make the game more entertaining and unpredictable.
The Novo Ice Runway, Antarctica Britclip 2024-09-11 | Novolazarevskaya or Novo airstrip serves both research-related and commercial flights. The landing strip is blue ice.The most common plane to use the Ice runway is the Russian Ilyushin IL-76. Also, frequent users of the strip are Bassler aircraft.
Larry, the Downing Street cat isnt happy Britclip 2024-09-10 | Larry (born c. January 2007) is a British domestic tabby cat who has been Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office at 10 Downing Street since 2011.
Glen Gregory - British Singer/songwriter. Heaven 17 Britclip 2024-09-10 | Glen Gregory in action. Performing “Come Live with me”
How did Bowie convinced his band to wear makeup? Britclip 2024-09-08 | Here’s a cracking snippet from Woody Woodmansey, who was drumming for Bowie’s lot, “The Spiders from Mars,” back in the day. He recalls the moment when Bowie, in all his eccentric glory, persuaded the band to slap on some makeup for the first time. Quite the nudge, really, and the rest is glam rock history.
Gurkha soldiers performs - The Khukuri Dance Britclip 2024-09-07 | Gurkha soldiers performs - The Khukuri Dance
Man invents the Lawnmower Boat Britclip 2024-09-06 | Amphibious vehicle made from lawnmower and rowing boat.It sounds like your typical lawnmower, but this one is far better suited to slicing through waves than trimming the grass.An amateur inventor has come up with a brilliantly madcap solution to the age-old problem of getting his boating gear from home to the water without all the faff.Introducing the ‘Shortcutter’ – a Frankenstein’s monster of a vehicle, cobbled together from a ride-on lawnmower and an old boat. It’s an amphibious contraption that lets him trundle down the road with his kit in tow, and then, without so much as a raised eyebrow, he sails right off into the water.It won’t win any drag races at 6 mph, but it’s road legal – taxed, no less – though the poor chap did have to jump through hoops with the authorities to figure out what exactly he should be taxed as.The man behind the machine, a retired insurance broker, spent two years building it with his late friend, Laurie Mayhead. And in true entrepreneurial spirit, he even pitched it to Honda for mass production. Unsurprisingly, they politely declined.It may not have the sleek sophistication of a gadget from Q Branch, but when it glides effortlessly from tarmac to water, it certainly makes you sit up and take notice!
Who knew there is a Statue of Liberty in Tokyo? Britclip 2024-09-05 | Who knew there is a Statue of Liberty in Tokyo?
