@@MotorHomeBeepBeep You need to learn some manners, you mobile road block, you. And get educated as well then maybe you won't publish illiterate stuff. You are wrong and I am right - you missed the apostrophe.
Thank you, Alan, for this touching tribute to Graham Hill, a man I have long admired. It's amazing what can be accomplished with gritty determination and constant focus.
Hi Alan Enjoy your video's. it's a shame about the unkept grave of Graham Hill's. Keep on with the video if you enjoy doing them we enjoy seeing them.👍💐😘
It was sad when you're looking to their lives and many of them die on the track. You wonder whether it's all worthwhile not for me it isn't. Thank you ever so much. That's so sweet of you Kay
I second that I have missed your little videos this one is very good always liked Graham the cars are much safer today so you do not hear of many drivers being killed like we did in the 60-70-80s
A lovely tribute. I really adored Graham Hill. Mainly for his driving, but his good looks didn't hurt, either. When he died, my heart broke. We will never see his like again. RIP Graham. You are still remembered and loved.
@@Boogledigs Yes, Damien is a very down to earth guy. I've seen him on quite a few programs. You're 100% correct there. Look after yourself. See you in the future I hope. Alan
I remember watching him on this is your life a few months before the accident, the latter end of the 70ies seem to be a time when a lot of accidents accoured singer Mark Bolan racing driver Ronnie Petersson ect,all of them Legends.
We lived a few streets away from Graham's house and we used to see him in the mornings walking his dog in the fields. He was always friendly and said hello. What a gentleman. Also he was in the same scouts as myself at 8th Hendon scout troop at the top of Greyhound Hill .
What a character from an era when there were so many personalities in Sport unlike today. I was lucky enough to have seen him race during the mid 60's to his death. Mum and I were massive Jimmy Clark fans and Dad routed for Hill. How lucky were we then to have Clark, Hill, Stewart and Surtees plus other Brits dominate motor sport back then. RIP Graham
Beautifully put together video and script. Well told story of such a remarkable sportsman. Surely Graham appreciated this from his place by the Lord. So did we here on hearth. God bless!🙏🏻
I remember my mum coming back from a local car club dinner dance in the 60s , organised by the late Brian Lister ( of Lister- Jaguar fame ) and she was absolutely smitten after having a dance with Graham , and we never stopped hearing about what a gentleman he was , good looking and an absolute charmer .After his premature death in 1975, she was devastated.You see so much of his dad in Damon .
I'm actually watching this on 15th February. In those days it was the driver who won or lost races. I believe that nowadays, it's the pit-crews who decide the outcome. A fitting tribute to a Great Sportsman. Thank you. 🇬🇧 💐
Thank you for this Alan. I was about to watch last year's Goodwood Revival races, and upon seeing there's a Graham Hill Tribute Parade, realized I don't know much about him. But now I do.
Hello! Den it is never an accident when people are so successful. He was a really courageous hard working driver that was inhibited by his lack of skill But overcome all ihis deficiencies I was amazed when I watch some documentaries on Graham a courageous man. Thank you, Alan
Totally love these tributes to these dearly departed individuals. People I grew up watching and being entertained by. Sorry to hear about your Dad, but he will live on through you and your ways and to a degree your ideas and thoughts. I lost my Dad in 1997 but not a day goes past when I am not reminded of him in some way. Anyone who knew him would say he was a gentleman. I wish to be remembered in the same way. Used to watch Graham with him. Thanks for the usual high quality video. My thoughts are with you. Maybe do Peter Aliss at some time. Best wishes.
Hello, WWW thank you ever so much for the intelligent and thoughtful comment. I'm glad you enjoy these films dedicated to the memory of these fine people that were known in the public eye. Your father sounded like a wonderful person. It was my partner Pauline actually but not to worry. Very best regards to you Alan
The first F1 race i attended was the 1971 International Trophy at Silverstone, the last F1 race that Graham won in a F1 car. i was a dedicated hill fan from that time on. i will never forget the fateful night he crashed. i had just got in from a night out with my mates in a Cheltenham nightclub. i turned the radio on and the news came on stating that a light aircraft had crashed on Elstree Golf course believed to belong to Graham Hill, i was absolutely devastated. needless to say i became a fan of Damons and was delighted when he won The British Grand Prix at Silverstone, a feat his father never managed in his career, and then went on to win the World Championship.
HimAlan thank you for your lovely video today. I do remember his death even though I was very young and then I was pleased that his son Damon then took up Formula one racing as well and did well but didn’t acheieve the records that his dad did. Thank you for showing us Graham’s grave and being very respectful as you always are.xx
I also remember I think Damon did fabulously when he was under the shadow of such a great father He must had to the pressure. You are so nice look after yourself. Alan
Hello Alan lovely to see you. I remember this man my elder brother was a big Big fan in the day. Many thanks for this. Keep doing what your doing love it. Take care 💞🌹
Missed you good to see you. I remember Graham Hilll. I remember the crash . I loved watching racing . I didn't realise Damon was his son. Thanks for sharing this interesting story love from Holmfirth West Yorkshire 💙💚
Hello Gill It's lovely to see you again. I hope you're keeping well. Not only is son Damon went into racing but also his grandson although he retired at 22. Hope you're looking after your garden and thank you. See you again soon Alan.
Hi Alan great to see you back, what a great episode, loved the fact you had to get permission from the home owners to view the grave. I wonder how it would work if the family of Graham wanted to add someone into the same plot 🤦🏼♀️ thanks again for another interesting grave visit xx take care keep safe xx
Hello Tricia, that's super nice of you too. Comment about missing the channel with so many things on UA-cam I really didn't expect anyone to be bothered, but regarding Graham, I'm sure there must be a. I think they call it a covenant where the family will have access to the graves that showing the private section. It's the only way it could make sense. They were super nice people. I'm sure anybody who wants to visit. What have any problem. You take care and thank you for everything. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Hi Alan I have noticed by some of the comments that you have lost someone close to you I'm sorry for your loss but I hope that your channel gives you some comfort and you keep on making your videos ,i look forward to seeing more in the near future, take care xx
I stumbled across this site on UA-cam and I’m hooked! It’s so well presented and it’s interesting to hear a little bit about the celerities’ lives not just when they died. Keep posting these videos sir. I love them!❤
Sandra, that's very very generous of you. I I've just noticed I can never get my head around this bit where occasionally people that have enjoyed the content donate a little bit to the channel. It is expensive travelling for the videos but I don't mind because it's my hobby primarily. I do really enjoy researching them and I'm so pleased that other people seem to like watching them. So once again big thank you Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Hi Alan you are very welcome. I really enjoy your channel and so do many others as all the comments are lovely. I appreciate that there is a lot of driving involved and the cost of petrol worldwide is sky high so if I and anyone else who wants to contribute even just a small amount it all helps. Thank you for all that you do for us to watch and make comments and you are very respectful when you visit the graves and also tell us all the life history of the person. Take care Sandra ♥️
So pleased to see you back Alan what a gentleman racing driver Graham Hill was they don't make them like that now do they all electric a different world many condolences Alan your dear friend Pauline would want you to carry on so take your time and take care x
Hello Margaret, Thank you for enjoying my work. I appreciate that. It really encourages me to carry on and I agree I do enjoy doing it so I will carry on for sure. Thank you, Alan
Hello David, I wouldn't say wonderful but I just tried to enjoy them and I'm so pleased that you enjoy them too. I had so many lovely messages I didn't expect. That's the total truth. I'll see you again soon with a new one. Look after yourself. Alan
Missed you Alan so thank you for this latest inspirational video. I was was feeling rather sorry for myself this morning but this episode and your comments at the end snapped me out of it.God Bless x
Hello Jacqueline, I'm so extraordinarily pleased if I helped you a little bit. I always do mean the comments at the end and we're all human. We are struggle sometimes. I do hope you're feeling better. If ever you want to message me, feel free. Look after yourself and stay positive when you watch the people in Turkey. At the moment we're all okay in this country. Regards, Alan
Hello Shirley, I was in the pram.... I'm lying :-). I also remember He was a bit of a swashbuckler on the side. Thank you for nice comment it's so sweet of you Alan
Very interesting video. So many achievements. How sad for him and those that lost their lives that day. Been checking in for a new video from you so glad you are back and hope all is well.
Hi NMG I really do appreciate you commenting that you miss me a little bit. I couldn't be on but everything is ok. Wishing you all the best for your kindness. Regards, Alan
Another brilliant video Allan. Thoroughly enjoyed watching it. I just about remember Graham Hill on This is Your Life when Eamon Andrews presented him with the big red book. I was only 8 years of age but I still remember it. Graham was a hero. Rest in Peace Graham.
Thank ;you Alan again another video that I have really enjoyed. Found this interesting because although I am not a racing fan, my husband and son are F1 mad and always loved Damon Hill. You have presented him brilliantly and really done Graham proud in this one. I am also taking away with me, hopefully, the positive attitude, so thank you for that reminder. Let's hope it does do us all some good. Thanks Alan.
Well, if there was anyone who could emulator positive attitude it was Graham. So when we feel weak we should try and think of something like him and it'll give a strength hopefully 😂 Thank you for the lovely comment. Much appreciate Louise
Lovely, thank you very much. To this day I find it hard to believe that a man as brave and brilliant as Graham could die in a ridiculously needless way like that. It was so tragic for him, those with him and their families. He was only 46, yet he seemed to have been around forever. I remember that horrible Saturday night so well. NOBODY has emulated his Triple Crown, and I reckon nobody ever will, and nobody since has come close to his combination of staggering achievement, immense physical courage and wonderfully hilarious humour. Not even close.
The thing was he was piloting the plane. I'm sure it was a disaster for everybody on board. Everybody died. Just one of those accidents but ironical when you look at him being racing drive
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Hi, thanks for the reply. That's part of my disbelief I think, that a man who drove in 176 GPs when GP racing was at its most lethal, with only two really bad crashes neither of which was his fault (Spain and US in 1969) and innumerable other races, including a sensationally brilliant drive at night in the rain which won Le Mans in 1972 - a man who was so brilliant and meticulous in his approach to danger - could be killed in a ridiculous and so avoidable accident like that. I wonder, if he'd lived, whether the Saudi money which went to Williams would have gone to him instead, resulting in his team being world champions... Just writing this now makes me feel so sad.
@@ysgol3 I have to stand in your shadow regarding the details of his career because I don't know as much as you. I could see that his career was based on his courage and determination and work ethic mechanical to understand the cars. But regarding the plane crash, I don't know the details, but it seemed extremely sad that everybody died all six of them. As is often the case I sometimes read more detail about the person after the film because It's sparked my interest. I'm going to look into the crash details when I've got time. I admired him that was my overall feeling from my research.
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Thank you! Graham for unknowable reasons chose to land at Elstree, his 'usual' airport, on a very foggy night instead of diverting to Luton which was fully lit and had experts present to give radio help to him. He hit the tops of trees coming in and crashed on a golf course killing all six aboard. He appears to have thought he was higher than he actually was, there's a theory that he failed to set the plane's 'altimeter' properly before leaving France - I can't explain exactly what that means though I'm afraid! Damon Hill's autobiography Watching the Wheels is brilliant, he goes into his relationship with his father, and Graham's death, in a riveting way. He says that Graham had sent a message for the Elstree airport's landing lights to be put on for him but somehow, and catastrophically, they hadn't been, and he may have mistaken lights in a railway station for the runway, hence his descent two or so miles too early. There are biographies too - Mr Monaco is great, and his widow Bette Hill's 'The Other Side Of The Hill' is fascinating, though hard to find I think, though it's very likely to be on ebay. Do read Damon's book though, it's so much better that a run of the mill sports book!
Welcome Back Alan! Hope you are well! Good tribute as always! And I think this is the Jolliest at the end of the vid that I've seen you! And I think your positiveness and jolly spirit helps all of us !
Hello Roger, yes the magic mushrooms worked ☺️ Thank you for the lovely comments about missing the channel. I really appreciate that. So many people have said it makes me want to do more for sure. And I do believe we should all grasp and think about how lucky we are. Even when things are tough, It's best look at what you've got. See you soon my friend. Thank you, Alan
I remember Graham Hill and he was suave and handsome but I did not know that he died in a plane crash. Like you say. He was brave and determined and achieved so much. 🥰
I again Alan I used email but you guessed it would be me like everyone else we have missed you and pleased to have your smiling face back again you cheer us up take good care Sandra 👋❤️
Thank you for your lovely, respectful tribute. I am not always a follower of your subjects, but your tributes are so informative and sympathetic that I really enjoy them. It is like walking alongside a very well-informed friend.
Hello Elizabeth, That is exactly how I want it to be. I want everybody to feel like we're together and having a walk. I have a new idea coming up for the future videos which which I will be using soon and I think this will make everybody feel more part of it. Watch this space and thank you for the lovely coming. Alan
Another great video Alan. That brought back some happy memories from when I was a kid. Me and my friend Jim would race around on our bikes pretending to be Graham Hill and Jim Clark. We would have been about 8 years old LOL. Take care and have fun. :-)
Men were men back then. It must've taken every inch of energy to get back into the car after his crash and come 7th. RIP Graham Hill and the rest of the people who died in the plane crash. My condolences on the passing of Pauline.
Anthony, you got the entire thing. I think you can sense he did it all but could manage but all the will in his world was there that originally got him to success BUT if the flesh is weak. Big thank you on a personal level you are observational. Thank you, Alan
Hello English bull, I know what you mean. It's always difficult to be the second act, but to follow something like Graham. It's almost impossible to match, but I think he did a good job did Damon. I'm sure Graham would be proud. It's great to see you again. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep thanks Alan and yes Damon done good winning in 96 the championship. But you ate spot on half to follow when you have a famous farther. Hope your well my friend and keep up the great videos your doing. By the way love your motor home my dad had a vw capmer van when I was a kid we went all over the place. Good memories. Take care mate.
Great video, glad to see you back. I was only 5 when he passed but he seemed very charming and there is no doubt he was the best in his field. Damon certainly had a lot to live up to.
Hello Sheila, I suppose if you think about it Damon did exceptionally well with such a large successful father. He was certainly a chip off the block. Thank you for the comments. Alan
Hi Alan I really love your take on the people you look at. Your approach to life is really inspirational. I was insure about the lady at the end of the video
Hi Perditah You are equally inspirational to me, these kind of comments make me want to do the films, but I'm not sure who you mean about the lady at the end unless you can see something I didn't notice :-)
@@Perditah1 I do apologise I'm a little too close to thinking clearly, Pauline was my partner who Unfortunately died. But thank you for asking. I will be dedicating every film to her from here onwards because she encouraged me to produce from the beginning...
Hello English, He was truly brave and what determination. If we could take a leaf out of his book it would help us all. Thank you for the comment mate.
Hi Alan, great to see another visit. I think I might have e mailed you about this, sorry if you’ve already read it, but I wondered if you might be able to find and visit any of the cast from DadsArmy, I loved that programme growing up. I know Clive Dunn is possibly in Portugal but any of the others would be great 👍
Hello Martin, don't worry about contacting me, do it as often you want. I'm quite happy The guy that played Arnold Ridley is definitely possible to do. I was going to try to do it last year but at least one of the channel is already done this. Similarly, captain Captain mannering. I'm a massive fan of this comedy. I watched it from being a kid so I love it too. So even though it's been done, I will probably visit in the future. Thank you for the suggestion and keep in touch whenever you wish. Regards, Alan
Hello, to be clearer, from my 6th until 15 y old the whole family went to Crans-Montana once a year. That's when we saw mr. Moore taking his time with people for photography, without any problem such a friendly man ! During the years we also saw Robert Wagner, Mats Wilander, and Iglesias. Great memories. You should do a video special on mr. Moore. Greets, Tom, Belgium.
Brilliant to see you back, Alan, and another great video . Very sad as I had forgotten how young he was when he died. Very sad as he got himself back as best he could after the car crash only to perish in an aircraft . Great work ❤️
That's wonderful. Kind of you John. If everybody was a supported as you I'd have the best channel. You are an absolute gem. Thank you for the comments. I am doing ok. Regards, Alan
Thanks for your caring knowledgeable tribute. Graham Hill was a childhood hero of mine, (second to Jim Clark it's true). Graham Hill comes across so well in any film clip I've seen of him. I would have thought he'd have a more flamboyant grave. With somehow a shock of hair on it maybe to flip and slick back, and a witty smile. It's also good though he has a quite personable and quite English grave. Rather close to a roadway, but, well he was a Driver. I like your accent: What part of Britain is your accent from? I want to say Yorkshire, but that's only because distinctive accents come from there.
Hello Carl it was next to a very busy road so I wasn't so keen on the spot. But like you say it was a driver. I watched a couple of documentaries. He was very courageous and that's what gave him the ability to overskill he wasn't the most skillful. Very stylish men. In actual fact the grave is in what is now a private house it was bought so I had to ask permission but they were fantastic, very friendly and took me to it The church have been converted a few decades ago. I'm from Bradford in West Yorkshire .... You never hear your own accents. Thank you for the great comment. Nice to see you. Alan
Hi ALAN Lovely to see you again always a pleasure and such a very interesting video but it’s your research what makes it you certainly go to a lot of trouble but much appreciated. Would people have to get permission to go are his family free to go.Love ❤️ listening to you and most of all enjoy keep safe but most of all keep beep beeping bye 👋 for now safe driving Sandra 😄👍
Hello Peter, that's so kind of you to comment on the content. I do try. I love watching documentaries before and often I know the people also. Regarding the grave, the public can't go in. really it's private land now but the people were phenomenally nice. I'm sure anybody who asked to would let them. Regarding the family, I don't know but I would assume there will be some right of way. The church has made a wonderful house. They've lived there for about 20 years. Look after yourself and thank you. Alan
On the way back from the first Goodwood Revival in 1998, (the best race meeting I ever marshalled at), I stopped at Shenley to find Graham's grave. I found the church and realised it was a private house and there seemed to no way in. Wondered how you got in. Fun fact, Lyndhurst house was later owned by one Alan Parsons of Project fame and engineer at Abbey Road studios
Bless you Alan, I think those last few words were difficult to say without welling up. Condolences for your loss. PS - Did I see your beep beep on AT? Cheers keep them coming
Tony, I 100% thank you. Not many people taking of notice and why should they we all have lots to deal with. But yes I did ever lost of my partner and thank you 💘 The film with Graham was in November, but she supported me. I should always remember your comment. Thank you and I'll be making new films this year very soon but I don't know what you mean by on AL ? Much love, Alan
I was on double decker bus, coming from barnet Market going to borehamwood in heavy fog, when i heard the sound of a low flying over towards arkey golf course. Didn't know at that point it was Graham Hill, heard on the news later that day. I have been to Graham Hill house lynehurst lodge was same name as school i went to.
Hi Rhys Thank you for that. Very interesting memory even though it's quite eerie. If I presume you mean the day died in the helicopter crash? Take care, alan
Another great video. Your channel inspired me to make my own videos which involves a lot more work than I at first thought it would. Keep up the good work Alan and I am already looking forward to the next one.
Hello Grave Days, wow! You're trying to blow me out of the water. I'm only joking. Thank you very much for the comment and I've subscribed. Good luck. Keep in touch. We can always swap notes in the future. Well done Alan
Just amazing to think that a man of such charisma, skill and dedication, a two time F1 world champion, and the only triple crown motorsport winner's grave is just over a small fence along a country road. 😕
I still like F1 and remember so well when he died, he had many more years ahead, but when he and Jim Clark, Stirling Miss et al did their racing it was a much more dangerous time in racing as there are more protections for drivers these days. Sad loss to racing ❤️👍
Great to see you again Alan, we haven't half missed you & your vids my friend & Graham Hill was my favourite driver. But I must admit for the first time I was rather saddened at the fairly rough condition of the plot & stone, I wonder if Graham had any sort of organised following, fan club, appreciation society etc, as they could maybe tidy it up a little being as he was so well known & still well remembered, with the families permission of course. Just a quick little story, when I was a child in the 60s we had a local fishing tackle shop in town ran by a Mr Hilton, who to me just happened to be Graham Hills double, right down to the slicked back hair & Errol Flynn tash, dad always told me he actually was Graham Hill, I believed him for years, Lol! Can I be cheeky & perhaps suggest doing the 'Carry On' team Allen. as a sort of connected compilation.
Graham Hill, he just had they look didn't he. Racing driver, Hurricane Pilot, Cavalier, SAS hero, Knight of the round table. He just had to be something like that rather than spending his life at Smith's Instruments lol. Another nice story Alan. A mix of respect, interest, history and always a little sadness. The cars on the rather isolated grave but so hard to access is a shame. My condolences regarding Pauline. She must have been very special.
Hi Antony I love that of you too mention Pauline thank you she did and they also means you got to the end of my video which a lot don't 😀. I was really taken by Graham's courage. He wasn't by far the best driver but he superseded is rivals by share determination and drive. No pun intended :-) I really enjoyed watching the documentaries about him and I do think the people that own the property but super nice and will come in. So if anybody does want to visit I'm sure they will have a problem. Did he not lock the part? He was perfect in every respect like the the suave charismatic guy.. I'm so jealous! Ahah It's great to see you and your comment. Bye for now, Alan
That's appsolutly brilliant he was such a very brilliant man ,I really admire people who strive hard to achieve their goals and objectives against all odds , in sport he was one of my favourite British sporting hero's such a brave person loved him rest in eternal peace forever Graham hill legend 🏎️🏎️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧
i seem to remember him and Jacky Stewart battling it out as friendly rivals. What a wonderful, humorous pair sending each other up. Loved Damon as well. Think he was diddled out of a world-championship by Schumacher but never complained.
Hello June a fantastically nice of you to say that I really do love people like you and make it all worthwhile. I'm sorry I couldn't be on for a while but I remember what you said. Take care, Alan
Jim Clark didn't die at Indianapolis, He died at Hockenheim in a formula two race on the 7th April 1968.
That is correct
Correct!
Correct. It was Mike Spence who died at Indianapolis in a Lotus only one month after Clark was also killed in a Lotus.
what a low key grave for a double world champion
I agree. It's unfortunate that it's been allowed to deteriorate. That said, it is located on private property now.
Graham Hill's.... With an apostrophe! Please! Give the man some respect!
I produced a video to the best of my abilities to respect the man but you and a waste of space.
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep You need to learn some manners, you mobile road block, you. And get educated as well then maybe you won't publish illiterate stuff. You are wrong and I am right - you missed the apostrophe.
Thank you, Alan, for this touching tribute to Graham Hill, a man I have long admired. It's amazing what can be accomplished with gritty determination and constant focus.
HI PK that was his outstanding quality that made him the best amazing man. Thank you Alan
Hi Alan
Enjoy your video's. it's a shame about the unkept grave of Graham Hill's.
Keep on with the video if you enjoy doing them we enjoy seeing them.👍💐😘
What an inspirational man. So sad how things all came to an end. Great to see you back Alan
It was sad when you're looking to their lives and many of them die on the track. You wonder whether it's all worthwhile not for me it isn't. Thank you ever so much. That's so sweet of you Kay
I second that I have missed your little videos this one is very good always liked Graham the cars are much safer today so you do not hear of many drivers being killed like we did in the 60-70-80s
@@weaton25 KInd of you :-)
A lovely tribute. I really adored Graham Hill. Mainly for his driving, but his good looks didn't hurt, either. When he died, my heart broke. We will never see his like again. RIP Graham. You are still remembered and loved.
Hi Avril He was rather dashing wasn't he and that's why he did so much TV as well. I agree with you totally ☺️
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep I followed Damian, too. I'm certain that Graham would have been such a proud father. A talented and charismatic father and son.
@@Boogledigs Yes, Damien is a very down to earth guy. I've seen him on quite a few programs. You're 100% correct there. Look after yourself. See you in the future I hope. Alan
I remember watching him on this is your life a few months before the accident, the latter end of the 70ies seem to be a time when a lot of accidents accoured singer Mark Bolan racing driver Ronnie Petersson ect,all of them Legends.
I remember hearing about his death on the TV news such a loss.
Riposa in pace Graham, campione del mondo, grande uomo, grande pilota. Che la terra ti sia lieve. Non sarai mai dimenticato.
Those were the days😊 great reminder of Graham Hill. Good to see you back.
Jacqueline, there were sort of exciting days but very dangerous. Thank you for the encouragement. You're great! Alan
We lived a few streets away from Graham's house and we used to see him in the mornings walking his dog in the fields. He was always friendly and said hello. What a gentleman. Also he was in the same scouts as myself at 8th Hendon scout troop at the top of Greyhound Hill .
Thank you Doug for an interesting personal remember of Graham. They're always the best. Alan
What a character from an era when there were so many personalities in Sport unlike today. I was lucky enough to have seen him race during the mid 60's to his death. Mum and I were massive Jimmy Clark fans and Dad routed for Hill. How lucky were we then to have Clark, Hill, Stewart and Surtees plus other Brits dominate motor sport back then. RIP Graham
Thank you Alan. What a wonderful and warm tribute to Graham.
Beautifully put together video and script. Well told story of such a remarkable sportsman. Surely Graham appreciated this from his place by the Lord. So did we here on hearth. God bless!🙏🏻
I remember my mum coming back from a local car club dinner dance in the 60s , organised by the late Brian Lister ( of Lister- Jaguar fame ) and she was absolutely smitten after having a dance with Graham , and we never stopped hearing about what a gentleman he was , good looking and an absolute charmer .After his premature death in 1975, she was devastated.You see so much of his dad in Damon .
What a wonderful story! Roger, I'm so pleased your mum enjoyed it. A beautiful memory even though it was tinged with sadness. All the best, Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Thank you for your reply Alan , and best regards for the great work you do bringing these fascinating life stories to us.
Yes and his son as also a world champion should have maintained his grave !
Glad your back Alan we missed you !
Warriorvet your a gem
Excellent video..remember when he died..it was such a sad time..he always reminded me of David Niven..
I'm actually watching this on
15th February.
In those days it was the driver who won or lost races.
I believe that nowadays, it's the pit-crews who decide the outcome.
A fitting tribute to a
Great Sportsman. Thank you.
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A fantastic video Alan a great tribute to a great man
Keep the good videos going Alan nice to see you back
Highly missed
Many thanks! karl
THANK YOU I AGREE Graham Hill was a fantastic F1 Driver.
Thank you David. Nice to meet you
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Likewise Sir.
Thank you for this Alan. I was about to watch last year's Goodwood Revival races, and upon seeing there's a Graham Hill Tribute Parade, realized I don't know much about him. But now I do.
Hello! Den it is never an accident when people are so successful. He was a really courageous hard working driver that was inhibited by his lack of skill But overcome all ihis deficiencies I was amazed when I watch some documentaries on Graham a courageous man. Thank you, Alan
Brilliant as always alan such a brave man and true great man real determined great
Absolutely Colin
Totally love these tributes to these dearly departed individuals. People I grew up watching and being entertained by. Sorry to hear about your Dad, but he will live on through you and your ways and to a degree your ideas and thoughts. I lost my Dad in 1997 but not a day goes past when I am not reminded of him in some way. Anyone who knew him would say he was a gentleman. I wish to be remembered in the same way. Used to watch Graham with him. Thanks for the usual high quality video. My thoughts are with you. Maybe do Peter Aliss at some time. Best wishes.
Hello, WWW thank you ever so much for the intelligent and thoughtful comment. I'm glad you enjoy these films dedicated to the memory of these fine people that were known in the public eye. Your father sounded like a wonderful person. It was my partner Pauline actually but not to worry. Very best regards to you Alan
Welcome Back Alan ..Hope you had a lovely Christmas ... What a great Guy Graham Hill was ...Thanks for sharing 🥰
Hello Debbie, Thank you for the comment. Really appreciate that You look after yourself. Alan
The first F1 race i attended was the 1971 International Trophy at Silverstone, the last F1 race that Graham won in a F1 car. i was a dedicated hill fan from that time on. i will never forget the fateful night he crashed. i had just got in from a night out with my mates in a Cheltenham nightclub. i turned the radio on and the news came on stating that a light aircraft had crashed on Elstree Golf course believed to belong to Graham Hill, i was absolutely devastated. needless to say i became a fan of Damons and was delighted when he won The British Grand Prix at Silverstone, a feat his father never managed in his career, and then went on to win the World Championship.
Missed you and your wonderful posts Alan . And what a marvelous man you've just told us about xx
Thank you very much Wendy for your encouraging comments. All the best, Alan
A lovely tribute for a true gentleman
HimAlan thank you for your lovely video today. I do remember his death even though I was very young and then I was pleased that his son Damon then took up Formula one racing as well and did well but didn’t acheieve the records that his dad did. Thank you for showing us Graham’s grave and being very respectful as you always are.xx
I also remember I think Damon did fabulously when he was under the shadow of such a great father He must had to the pressure. You are so nice look after yourself. Alan
Hello Alan lovely to see you. I remember this man my elder brother was a big Big fan in the day. Many thanks for this. Keep doing what your doing love it. Take care 💞🌹
Hi Karen, I'm glad you enjoyed it and I'll do my best to carry on just for you :-)
Missed you good to see you. I remember Graham Hilll. I remember the crash . I loved watching racing . I didn't realise Damon was his son. Thanks for sharing this interesting story love from Holmfirth West Yorkshire 💙💚
Hello Gill It's lovely to see you again. I hope you're keeping well. Not only is son Damon went into racing but also his grandson although he retired at 22. Hope you're looking after your garden and thank you. See you again soon Alan.
Hi Alan great to see you back, what a great episode, loved the fact you had to get permission from the home owners to view the grave. I wonder how it would work if the family of Graham wanted to add someone into the same plot 🤦🏼♀️ thanks again for another interesting grave visit xx take care keep safe xx
Hello Tricia, that's super nice of you too. Comment about missing the channel with so many things on UA-cam I really didn't expect anyone to be bothered, but regarding Graham, I'm sure there must be a. I think they call it a covenant where the family will have access to the graves that showing the private section. It's the only way it could make sense. They were super nice people. I'm sure anybody who wants to visit. What have any problem. You take care and thank you for everything. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Hi Alan I have noticed by some of the comments that you have lost someone close to you I'm sorry for your loss but I hope that your channel gives you some comfort and you keep on making your videos ,i look forward to seeing more in the near future, take care xx
Welcome back Alan. Lovely to see you! 😊
That's extremely sweet of you Kay to notice and lovely to see you okay Alan :-)
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep we’ve missed you! 🤗
@@kayroberts2536 You're too much much love to you.
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep just honest! And the same to you 🤗🤗🤗
I stumbled across this site on UA-cam and I’m hooked! It’s so well presented and it’s interesting to hear a little bit about the celerities’ lives not just when they died. Keep posting these videos sir. I love them!❤
Hi Alan I enjoyed the video Graham Hill a true legend all the best Paul
Hello Paul, wasn't he a brave man? That's what made. The difference is determination. We need to take a leaf out of his book. All the best mate. Alan
Thanks
Sandra, that's very very generous of you. I I've just noticed I can never get my head around this bit where occasionally people that have enjoyed the content donate a little bit to the channel. It is expensive travelling for the videos but I don't mind because it's my hobby primarily. I do really enjoy researching them and I'm so pleased that other people seem to like watching them. So once again big thank you Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Hi Alan you are very welcome. I really enjoy your channel and so do many others as all the comments are lovely. I appreciate that there is a lot of driving involved and the cost of petrol worldwide is sky high so if I and anyone else who wants to contribute even just a small amount it all helps. Thank you for all that you do for us to watch and make comments and you are very respectful when you visit the graves and also tell us all the life history of the person. Take care Sandra ♥️
Welcome back Alan good to see you on the road again 👍
Love your informational videos and your Irish lilt. Your content is some of the best. Thank you see you on the road someday I hope. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep thank you my friend. I would definitely love to meet some day
@@GraveVisitations we work it out :-)
So pleased to see you back Alan what a gentleman racing driver Graham Hill was they don't make them like that now do they all electric a different world many condolences Alan your dear friend Pauline would want you to carry on so take your time and take care x
Hello Margaret, Thank you for enjoying my work. I appreciate that. It really encourages me to carry on and I agree I do enjoy doing it so I will carry on for sure. Thank you, Alan
Yes Alan it is great to see you back, I so look forward to your video's. You do a wonderful job. Thank you.
Hello David, I wouldn't say wonderful but I just tried to enjoy them and I'm so pleased that you enjoy them too. I had so many lovely messages I didn't expect. That's the total truth. I'll see you again soon with a new one. Look after yourself. Alan
So glad your back Alan great video love watching and listening to the great stories of those no longer with us
Glad you enjoyed it Elsa, take care. See you again soon. Alan
Missed you Alan..glad you are back.xx
Hello Linda, it's great to see you again and big thank you
Missed you Alan so thank you for this latest inspirational video. I was was feeling rather sorry for myself this morning but this episode and your comments at the end snapped me out of it.God Bless x
Hello Jacqueline, I'm so extraordinarily pleased if I helped you a little bit. I always do mean the comments at the end and we're all human. We are struggle sometimes. I do hope you're feeling better. If ever you want to message me, feel free. Look after yourself and stay positive when you watch the people in Turkey. At the moment we're all okay in this country. Regards, Alan
Almost 50 years. I was a kid, but I remember seeing the news on his death. Nice one Alan, again!
Hello Shirley, I was in the pram.... I'm lying :-). I also remember He was a bit of a swashbuckler on the side. Thank you for nice comment it's so sweet of you Alan
Fond memories from the few times our paths crossed - me a very junior helper in a few teams.
Thank you so much, very enjoyable vlog on the late great Graham Hill.
Thank you Sally, that's Very nice of you
Incredible! I did not know that.....Graham Hill is buried in what is now someone's front yard, just there by the side of the road....wow
I agree! It's totally amazing. Such an important and brave person
Very interesting video. So many achievements. How sad for him and those that lost their lives that day. Been checking in for a new video from you so glad you are back and hope all is well.
Hi NMG I really do appreciate you commenting that you miss me a little bit. I couldn't be on but everything is ok. Wishing you all the best for your kindness. Regards, Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep glad all is ok. Look forward to your next video.
Another brilliant video Allan. Thoroughly enjoyed watching it. I just about remember Graham Hill on This is Your Life when Eamon Andrews presented him with the big red book. I was only 8 years of age but I still remember it. Graham was a hero. Rest in Peace Graham.
Your kind Aiden :-)
Thank ;you Alan again another video that I have really enjoyed. Found this interesting because although I am not a racing fan, my husband and son are F1 mad and always loved Damon Hill. You have presented him brilliantly and really done Graham proud in this one. I am also taking away with me, hopefully, the positive attitude, so thank you for that reminder. Let's hope it does do us all some good. Thanks Alan.
Well, if there was anyone who could emulator positive attitude it was Graham. So when we feel weak we should try and think of something like him and it'll give a strength hopefully 😂 Thank you for the lovely comment. Much appreciate Louise
Lovely, thank you very much.
To this day I find it hard to believe that a man as brave and brilliant as Graham could die in a ridiculously needless way like that. It was so tragic for him, those with him and their families. He was only 46, yet he seemed to have been around forever. I remember that horrible Saturday night so well.
NOBODY has emulated his Triple Crown, and I reckon nobody ever will, and nobody since has come close to his combination of staggering achievement, immense physical courage and wonderfully hilarious humour. Not even close.
The thing was he was piloting the plane. I'm sure it was a disaster for everybody on board. Everybody died. Just one of those accidents but ironical when you look at him being racing drive
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Hi, thanks for the reply.
That's part of my disbelief I think, that a man who drove in 176 GPs when GP racing was at its most lethal, with only two really bad crashes neither of which was his fault (Spain and US in 1969) and innumerable other races, including a sensationally brilliant drive at night in the rain which won Le Mans in 1972 - a man who was so brilliant and meticulous in his approach to danger - could be killed in a ridiculous and so avoidable accident like that.
I wonder, if he'd lived, whether the Saudi money which went to Williams would have gone to him instead, resulting in his team being world champions... Just writing this now makes me feel so sad.
@@ysgol3 I have to stand in your shadow regarding the details of his career because I don't know as much as you. I could see that his career was based on his courage and determination and work ethic mechanical to understand the cars. But regarding the plane crash, I don't know the details, but it seemed extremely sad that everybody died all six of them. As is often the case I sometimes read more detail about the person after the film because It's sparked my interest. I'm going to look into the crash details when I've got time. I admired him that was my overall feeling from my research.
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Thank you! Graham for unknowable reasons chose to land at Elstree, his 'usual' airport, on a very foggy night instead of diverting to Luton which was fully lit and had experts present to give radio help to him. He hit the tops of trees coming in and crashed on a golf course killing all six aboard.
He appears to have thought he was higher than he actually was, there's a theory that he failed to set the plane's 'altimeter' properly before leaving France - I can't explain exactly what that means though I'm afraid!
Damon Hill's autobiography Watching the Wheels is brilliant, he goes into his relationship with his father, and Graham's death, in a riveting way. He says that Graham had sent a message for the Elstree airport's landing lights to be put on for him but somehow, and catastrophically, they hadn't been, and he may have mistaken lights in a railway station for the runway, hence his descent two or so miles too early. There are biographies too - Mr Monaco is great, and his widow Bette Hill's 'The Other Side Of The Hill' is fascinating, though hard to find I think, though it's very likely to be on ebay.
Do read Damon's book though, it's so much better that a run of the mill sports book!
Welcome Back Alan! Hope you are well! Good tribute as always! And I think this is the Jolliest at the end of the vid that I've seen you! And I think your positiveness and jolly spirit helps all of us !
Hello Roger, yes the magic mushrooms worked ☺️ Thank you for the lovely comments about missing the channel. I really appreciate that. So many people have said it makes me want to do more for sure. And I do believe we should all grasp and think about how lucky we are. Even when things are tough, It's best look at what you've got. See you soon my friend. Thank you, Alan
I remember Graham Hill and he was suave and handsome but I did not know that he died in a plane crash. Like you say. He was brave and determined and achieved so much. 🥰
Thank you for the lovely coming Anita. It was a shame he worked in such high performance machines to end up in a plane crash
Yes I remember the crash like it was yesterday apparently the only thing to identify him was his teeth a sad end to a wonderful man
I again Alan I used email but you guessed it would be me like everyone else we have missed you and pleased to have your smiling face back again you cheer us up take good care Sandra 👋❤️
Thank you very much Sandra. I missed doing the videos and I've got plans for plenty more so I'll try and make up a you are very kind to me
Thank you for your lovely, respectful tribute. I am not always a follower of your subjects, but your tributes are so informative and sympathetic that I really enjoy them. It is like walking alongside a very well-informed friend.
Hello Elizabeth, That is exactly how I want it to be. I want everybody to feel like we're together and having a walk. I have a new idea coming up for the future videos which which I will be using soon and I think this will make everybody feel more part of it. Watch this space and thank you for the lovely coming. Alan
Very interesting i used to follow F1 in those days Graham played the part Great driver.
Another great video Alan. That brought back some happy memories from when I was a kid. Me and my friend Jim would race around on our bikes pretending to be Graham Hill and Jim Clark. We would have been about 8 years old LOL. Take care and have fun. :-)
I'm fantastic Graham that you had the names and what a lovely memory of your childhood. I wonder which one the most 🙂 take care ❣️
Great Video Alan. You’re a winner too! ❤
You too my friend Paul. I hope you haven't missed any of my videos ahah
Men were men back then. It must've taken every inch of energy to get back into the car after his crash and come 7th. RIP Graham Hill and the rest of the people who died in the plane crash. My condolences on the passing of Pauline.
Anthony, you got the entire thing. I think you can sense he did it all but could manage but all the will in his world was there that originally got him to success BUT if the flesh is weak. Big thank you on a personal level you are observational. Thank you, Alan
Hi, even more amazingly, he came 6th and got a point!
You said it all Alan .rip Graham .thankyou Alan ❤
Great video Alan he was an amazing man and a hell of a driver. His son Damon was ok but never as good as his dad. Cheers mate keep em coming .
Hello English bull, I know what you mean. It's always difficult to be the second act, but to follow something like Graham. It's almost impossible to match, but I think he did a good job did Damon. I'm sure Graham would be proud. It's great to see you again. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep thanks Alan and yes Damon done good winning in 96 the championship. But you ate spot on half to follow when you have a famous farther. Hope your well my friend and keep up the great videos your doing. By the way love your motor home my dad had a vw capmer van when I was a kid we went all over the place. Good memories. Take care mate.
Lovely tribute to a lovely man xx
Janet Thank you and Graham was a great subject What's a brave hard working person
Great video, glad to see you back. I was only 5 when he passed but he seemed very charming and there is no doubt he was the best in his field. Damon certainly had a lot to live up to.
Hello Sheila, I suppose if you think about it Damon did exceptionally well with such a large successful father. He was certainly a chip off the block. Thank you for the comments. Alan
Hi Alan I really love your take on the people you look at. Your approach to life is really inspirational. I was insure about the lady at the end of the video
Hi Perditah You are equally inspirational to me, these kind of comments make me want to do the films, but I'm not sure who you mean about the lady at the end unless you can see something I didn't notice :-)
@@MotorHomeBeepBeepI thought someone called Pauline was mentioned at the end of the video :)
@@Perditah1 I do apologise I'm a little too close to thinking clearly, Pauline was my partner who Unfortunately died.
But thank you for asking. I will be dedicating every film to her from here onwards because she encouraged me to produce from the beginning...
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Thanks for sharing your great videos and for sharing Pauline. Look forward the next film :)
Hiya alan nice to see you back fab video as useual
Sueandvic kind of you.
Good to see you back Alan. Great video as ever. Thanks for doing them.
Hello Kim, nice to see you again and thank you. See you again soon. Alan
Thank you Allan....that was really interesting
Glad you enjoyed it Barb
Great vidio lovely to see you back.
Valerie, just to say the words is sweet of you. You don't know how much it means to me. Thank you
Wow. You know, there it is. It's so humble and non-illustrious. R.I.P. Graham Hill.
Hello English, He was truly brave and what determination. If we could take a leaf out of his book it would help us all. Thank you for the comment mate.
Thank you for the upload Alan, nice one 👍
Are the best, John
Hi Alan, great to see another visit. I think I might have e mailed you about this, sorry if you’ve already read it, but I wondered if you might be able to find and visit any of the cast from DadsArmy, I loved that programme growing up. I know Clive Dunn is possibly in Portugal but any of the others would be great 👍
Hello Martin, don't worry about contacting me, do it as often you want. I'm quite happy The guy that played Arnold Ridley is definitely possible to do. I was going to try to do it last year but at least one of the channel is already done this. Similarly, captain Captain mannering. I'm a massive fan of this comedy. I watched it from being a kid so I love it too. So even though it's been done, I will probably visit in the future. Thank you for the suggestion and keep in touch whenever you wish. Regards, Alan
yet another fantastic video 👏 keep up the great work fella 👍
Will do Simon. Thank you
This was my granddad's favourite car racer, there's a lot of him on UA-cam. Great walk !
Tom, Belgium.
Hello Tom, I'm glad it brought back nice memories of your granddad. See you later mate
Hello, to be clearer, from my 6th until 15 y old the whole family went to Crans-Montana once a year. That's when we saw mr. Moore taking his time with people for photography, without any problem such a friendly man !
During the years we also saw Robert Wagner, Mats Wilander, and Iglesias. Great memories.
You should do a video special on mr. Moore.
Greets, Tom, Belgium.
Great video as always nice to see you back, have missed your videos.
Hello Hugh, You're a star and I'll keep doing them just for you. I promise. Take care of yourself mate. All the best Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Your welcome.
Good work and great choice of location.
Thank you my friend that's very sweet of you. Hope you are keeping well.
What a great video nice to see you again mate
Daniel big thank you friend
So glad to see you back 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝☝
And me you too Sharon :-)
Nice one Alan found this really interesting, what a tragic end to a great career and so young, keep up the good work mate look forward to them. 😊
It was a bit ironic, wasn't it? James that he died in the helicopter after all that bravery on the racetrack. Best to you mate. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep thought you said it was his plane ?
@@jamesmcbride6304 It was James I to tired mate there were six on board Very sad
Good to see you back!
Cheers TB
Lovely vid. Indeed, Alan.
Thank you my friend. Very kind
Brilliant to see you back, Alan, and another great video . Very sad as I had forgotten how young he was when he died. Very sad as he got himself back as best he could after the car crash only to perish in an aircraft .
Great work ❤️
Hello John, it's great to see you again. I remember all the supportive comments. You are knowledge and nice to know. Thank you, Alan
Hello John, it was ironic it was a plane crash. Anyway, thank you ever so much for the great comments. Take care of yourself, mate. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Pleasure, Alan
I loved that. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Welcome Back Alan trust you are well yes Graham Hill was a great racing driver Alan sorry to learn of your loss sincere condolences
That's wonderful. Kind of you John. If everybody was a supported as you I'd have the best channel. You are an absolute gem. Thank you for the comments. I am doing ok. Regards, Alan
Thanks for your caring knowledgeable tribute. Graham Hill was a childhood hero of mine, (second to Jim Clark it's true). Graham Hill comes across so well in any film clip I've seen of him. I would have thought he'd have a more flamboyant grave. With somehow a shock of hair on it maybe to flip and slick back, and a witty smile. It's also good though he has a quite personable and quite English grave. Rather close to a roadway, but, well he was a Driver. I like your accent: What part of Britain is your accent from? I want to say Yorkshire, but that's only because distinctive accents come from there.
Hello Carl it was next to a very busy road so I wasn't so keen on the spot. But like you say it was a driver. I watched a couple of documentaries. He was very courageous and that's what gave him the ability to overskill he wasn't the most skillful. Very stylish men. In actual fact the grave is in what is now a private house it was bought so I had to ask permission but they were fantastic, very friendly and took me to it The church have been converted a few decades ago. I'm from Bradford in West Yorkshire .... You never hear your own accents. Thank you for the great comment. Nice to see you. Alan
Hi Carl
Hi ALAN
Lovely to see you again always a pleasure and such a very interesting video but it’s your research what makes it you certainly go to a lot of trouble but much appreciated. Would people have to get permission to go are his family free to go.Love ❤️ listening to you and most of all enjoy keep safe but most of all keep beep beeping bye 👋 for now safe driving Sandra 😄👍
Hello Peter, that's so kind of you to comment on the content. I do try. I love watching documentaries before and often I know the people also. Regarding the grave, the public can't go in. really it's private land now but the people were phenomenally nice. I'm sure anybody who asked to would let them. Regarding the family, I don't know but I would assume there will be some right of way. The church has made a wonderful house. They've lived there for about 20 years. Look after yourself and thank you. Alan
Good to see you back 😊
Kelly so nice to notice have a lovely day
Welcome back Alan, Happy New Year. 🙂
Hi Free Bird very kind of you wishing you health new year to have fun Alan :-)
On the way back from the first Goodwood Revival in 1998, (the best race meeting I ever marshalled at), I stopped at Shenley to find Graham's grave. I found the church and realised it was a private house and there seemed to no way in. Wondered how you got in.
Fun fact, Lyndhurst house was later owned by one Alan Parsons of Project fame and engineer at Abbey Road studios
Nice one Alan x
Thank you, Maureen
Bless you Alan, I think those last few words were difficult to say without welling up. Condolences for your loss. PS - Did I see your beep beep on AT? Cheers keep them coming
Tony, I 100% thank you. Not many people taking of notice and why should they we all have lots to deal with. But yes I did ever lost of my partner and thank you 💘 The film with Graham was in November, but she supported me. I should always remember your comment. Thank you and I'll be making new films this year very soon but I don't know what you mean by on AL ? Much love, Alan
I was on double decker bus, coming from barnet Market going to borehamwood in heavy fog, when i heard the sound of a low flying over towards arkey golf course. Didn't know at that point it was Graham Hill, heard on the news later that day. I have been to Graham Hill house lynehurst lodge was same name as school i went to.
Hi Rhys Thank you for that. Very interesting memory even though it's quite eerie. If I presume you mean the day died in the helicopter crash? Take care, alan
Hi Alan nice to see you back
Leeann that's phenomenally kind to take the time look after yourself. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep you too Alan
thank you . very interesting
Another great video. Your channel inspired me to make my own videos which involves a lot more work than I at first thought it would. Keep up the good work Alan and I am already looking forward to the next one.
Hello Grave Days, wow! You're trying to blow me out of the water. I'm only joking. Thank you very much for the comment and I've subscribed. Good luck. Keep in touch. We can always swap notes in the future. Well done Alan
Remarkable he came back from that injury to his legs. Mind over matter hey wow
Exactly! It's wonderful willpower. Nice to see you Grave Visitations
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep to see you nice 😁
A lovey video Alan xx
And I love you for loving my videos ❤️
Just amazing to think that a man of such charisma, skill and dedication, a two time F1 world champion, and the only triple crown motorsport winner's grave is just over a small fence along a country road. 😕
I still like F1 and remember so well when he died, he had many more years ahead, but when he and Jim Clark, Stirling Miss et al did their racing it was a much more dangerous time in racing as there are more protections for drivers these days. Sad loss to racing ❤️👍
Great to see you again Alan, we haven't half missed you & your vids my friend & Graham Hill was my favourite driver.
But I must admit for the first time I was rather saddened at the fairly rough condition of the plot & stone, I wonder if Graham had any sort of organised following, fan club, appreciation society etc, as they could maybe tidy it up a little being as he was so well known & still well remembered, with the families permission of course.
Just a quick little story, when I was a child in the 60s we had a local fishing tackle shop in town ran by a Mr Hilton, who to me just happened to be Graham Hills double, right down to the slicked back hair & Errol Flynn tash, dad always told me he actually was Graham Hill, I believed him for years, Lol!
Can I be cheeky & perhaps suggest doing the 'Carry On' team Allen. as a sort of connected compilation.
Hi Jiggermast You're a superstar on this channel! Thank you for your great comments. It makes it a joy to do. Regards, Alan
A national treasure
Graham Hill, he just had they look didn't he.
Racing driver, Hurricane Pilot, Cavalier, SAS hero, Knight of the round table. He just had to be something like that rather than spending his life at Smith's Instruments lol.
Another nice story Alan. A mix of respect, interest, history and always a little sadness. The cars on the rather isolated grave but so hard to access is a shame.
My condolences regarding Pauline. She must have been very special.
Hi Antony I love that of you too mention Pauline thank you she did and they also means you got to the end of my video which a lot don't 😀. I was really taken by Graham's courage. He wasn't by far the best driver but he superseded is rivals by share determination and drive. No pun intended :-) I really enjoyed watching the documentaries about him and I do think the people that own the property but super nice and will come in. So if anybody does want to visit I'm sure they will have a problem. Did he not lock the part? He was perfect in every respect like the the suave charismatic guy.. I'm so jealous! Ahah It's great to see you and your comment. Bye for now, Alan
That's appsolutly brilliant he was such a very brilliant man ,I really admire people who strive hard to achieve their goals and objectives against all odds , in sport he was one of my favourite British sporting hero's such a brave person loved him rest in eternal peace forever Graham hill legend 🏎️🏎️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧
Hello Rodney. He had the X factor in our directions and was super courageous. Thank you for the great comment
i seem to remember him and Jacky Stewart battling it out as friendly rivals. What a wonderful, humorous pair sending each other up. Loved Damon as well. Think he was diddled out of a world-championship by Schumacher but never complained.
Hello David, I remember that also Jackie Stewart was wicked wasn't he and Graham mill could stand his ground. Lovely to see you mate. Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep look foward to the next,
Wow where’s yer bin 🤣🤣 we missed yer so nice to see yer back😊 a great guy had a great career RIP Graham till the next one 😊
Hello June a fantastically nice of you to say that I really do love people like you and make it all worthwhile. I'm sorry I couldn't be on for a while but I remember what you said. Take care, Alan