Rare & Exquisite Thames Treasures! Mudlarking the Thames in the Morning & Guernsey in the Afternoon

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  • Опубліковано 6 лип 2024
  • Join my mudlarking friend Mark Iglesias and myself as we go mudlarking along the River Thames on a beautiful sunny Sunday morning! Mark shows me some of his incredible finds and I have to admit I'm in awe of them! Thank you for watching. Dont forget that if you want to try mudlarking you need a permit from the Port of London Authority. Currently no new permits are being issued. Keep an eye on the Port of London Authority website for updates.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 342

  • @markiglesias_ldn
    @markiglesias_ldn 17 днів тому +37

    Thank you for inviting me along on one of my favourite mudlarking adventures to date! It was a real privilege to finally get on the foreshore with you, considering that it is thanks to you that I discovered this beautiful hobby! Cheers Nic, you little legend! ⭐️

  • @patriotmem2645
    @patriotmem2645 18 днів тому +37

    Isn't it amazing that back in ancient times they had the amazing eyesight to engrave such tiny designs as the ones on the tiny blue cufflink. I always think of the lighting with lamps etc, and probably not many people could afford glasses , monocles or what ever. With embroidery , clay pipes etc. it's just amazing how talented and driven our ancestors were to produce such beauty that we can still enjoy and marvel over today.

    • @3_3645
      @3_3645 18 днів тому +3

      I watched a documentary regarding mud larkers. I can't help but think when children were looking for something to sell the river was the sewage exit

    • @barbaraverdoorn9076
      @barbaraverdoorn9076 16 днів тому +1

      @@patriotmem2645 Very well said and I agree wholeheartedly! Yours was such a nice comment to read!

  • @misspollitt5063
    @misspollitt5063 18 днів тому +25

    Your nephew is so interesting to listen to! He needs a history channel!!

    • @iamshotty
      @iamshotty 18 днів тому +2

      Yes, I was so impressed by his knowledge and elocution, could listen to him for hours!

  • @maryhelen1011
    @maryhelen1011 День тому +1

    I love when you show some of your beautiful family! They’re all kind and awesome too! Such a peaceful piece of heaven it seems at your little vacation spot! Sending lots of love and positive vibes!! ❤❤❤

  • @rubywilcox2159
    @rubywilcox2159 18 днів тому +11

    "And you're no less beautiful for being broken." Always some bit of sage wisdom, Nicola! I know you meant that just for me, LOL!

  • @VideosbyShawna
    @VideosbyShawna 13 днів тому +4

    Your mom dropped a real knowledge bomb with that Guernsey Bean Jar recipe!! Extremely valuable knowledge… Thanks to her for sharing! 😊

  • @lauramclaine504
    @lauramclaine504 18 днів тому +12

    A family that wears a stripe top together stays together💕

  • @kathykuecker
    @kathykuecker 18 днів тому +29

    Mudlarking sounds like it becomes an addiction.. I know watching your videos is, also.

  • @christyrich9495
    @christyrich9495 18 днів тому +14

    Mark has an amazing eye for Tiny finds

    • @SundaysChild1966
      @SundaysChild1966 18 днів тому

      GREAT sense of humour too! Do you hear that?? heeheee

  • @bronwyndobbins282
    @bronwyndobbins282 18 днів тому +8

    Your family is just beautiful. Mark is so lovely. What an absolutely wonderful day. Meryen is just gorgeous.

    • @markiglesias_ldn
      @markiglesias_ldn 17 днів тому

      Thank you, it really was a lovely day and great to finally search the foreshore alongside Nicola!

  • @jasondoane9829
    @jasondoane9829 18 днів тому +15

    Nice to still see a Nic White video show up on a sunday morning in new york state. Was laid up on my sofa for a few months after a motorcycle accident five years ago when your channel was reccomended by youtube, mini history lessons. Clay pipes forever, lol, it never gets old.

  • @VenusDeMilitant
    @VenusDeMilitant 18 днів тому +10

    A French Napoleonic War Button! In fabulous condition!

  • @davidjohnson8382
    @davidjohnson8382 15 днів тому +1

    I love these videos when you get other mud larkers and see there finds wow brilliant finds 🎉

  • @chrisberry9017
    @chrisberry9017 12 днів тому +3

    What an absolutely brilliant video Nicola! I loved it all, but especially the end where you visit your folks on the beautiful island of Guernsey. I’ve spent so many happy times there, both working, and having fun. It’s a magical place!

  • @Debbie4729
    @Debbie4729 18 днів тому +8

    My first mudlarking was actually as an elementary school student.My mom worked,so we had to walk to our babysitters house after school.The area had been farms,and then turned into modern housing.One or two of the old farmhouses were still there,and the sidewalk was right next to what was undoubtedly the trashdump.The old swayback fence had fragments of china plastered into the soil around it,and I would dig industriously into the soil to reveal them.The mud was hard clay,and there was no stream around,unfortunately,but there was a rabbit that would tempt me,and an apricot tree that had the tastiest little apricots on it,so,needless to say,there were plenty of adventures to sway a kid from the straight and narrow,and brave the scorn of going through "No Tresspassing" signs!

  • @eleaerik6478
    @eleaerik6478 15 днів тому +1

    Loved the Thames lark but loved the Guernsey family time even more! Thank you Nicola!

  • @tricial4330
    @tricial4330 18 днів тому +4

    My goodness! What an amazing collection of fantastic things, Mark! Thank you for sharing, Mark and Nicola!

  • @lisasteimer5860
    @lisasteimer5860 18 днів тому +5

    Well Nic don’t know if you remember but a watched you thru 2 knee operations, im now onto hip replacement. Keep the episodes coming! Love you and SI Friends!

  • @laniejewell7512
    @laniejewell7512 10 днів тому

    being a fiber artist, and often using a thimble, i LOVED the thimble find! Hundreds of years old and still so beautiful! fantastic

  • @vintage_violet
    @vintage_violet 18 днів тому +12

    Lovely Sunday morning video, love Marks vibe!! Thanks for sharing your fascinating finds again Nicola!! ❤❤❤

  • @jeannekepaan
    @jeannekepaan 15 днів тому +3

    Nicola, I’ll be coming to the UK for the first time ever in August, and thanks to all your wonderful videos that I’ve been a fan of for years, I’ll be going on a guided mudlarking tour in London. I’m so thrilled that I’ll get to explore the foreshore for myself after years of watching your channel. Thank you for inspiring me and keeping me entertained with all your mudlarking adventures!

  • @talcadetector4018
    @talcadetector4018 18 днів тому +10

    Hola amiga, muy hermoso lugar e interesante aventura, muy interesantes hallazgos, les envío un gran saludo y un gran abrazo desde chile para todos ustedes amigos 🙋‍♂️🇨🇱⚔️🙏🤜🤛⛏️🗡️👏🗝️💍😊👍💪

  • @kathrynwallkowicz7223
    @kathrynwallkowicz7223 15 днів тому +1

    Beautiful video as always. Your heart is so bright, it ozzes out through your words and energy. Thank you for giving us some of your light.

  • @christhompson4270
    @christhompson4270 17 днів тому +2

    What an awesome video with such great finds. What a beautiful gift. It was great to meet your family too. Take care and thank you for bringing us along 👏🙏❤️🌻

  • @deloradeabel8487
    @deloradeabel8487 18 днів тому +3

    Mark had some fantastic finds that he shared!I loved your 17 century piece of pottery!

  • @RavexXxCodyxXx
    @RavexXxCodyxXx 18 днів тому +4

    What a positive man! Great video

  • @elainecrandall1059
    @elainecrandall1059 17 днів тому +2

    Marks collection was stunning !

  • @trishsuchy
    @trishsuchy 18 днів тому +3

    What a lovely pal, and I loved the dog tag story ❤️. Also love how you talk to your finds, like the pipe. Thanks for taking us with you.

  • @pattymelt-go3fv
    @pattymelt-go3fv 9 днів тому

    Mark's a lovely man to return the dog tag!

  • @MsPixi66
    @MsPixi66 18 днів тому +3

    That little bell sounded lovely 😊

  • @ravenfaebowie
    @ravenfaebowie 18 днів тому +2

    I absolutely love cameos. I collect them. I would absolutely love to find one like that

  • @PhilipStephan
    @PhilipStephan 9 днів тому

    The little clip item Mark found is actually a keeper from overalls. Blacksmiths,train engineers,farmers,any one who did a dirty job put them on and the strap with the keeper you found went over the shoulder to hold the overalls up. Cheers, Mark. 😊

  • @dbn52
    @dbn52 17 днів тому +2

    Glad to see you Mom. Thanks for you videos'

  • @jameshollyoak8230
    @jameshollyoak8230 15 днів тому +2

    Yes I’ve found your channel, saw you on si finds channel, your brilliant, could watch you mud larking All day , so peaceful and educational

  • @kimbateman226
    @kimbateman226 18 днів тому +5

    Some excellent finds, nice to meet Mark and to see his treasures he has found, funny on the dog tag Endell St I use to work on that street

  • @lilybee_
    @lilybee_ 18 днів тому +2

    I liked seeing Mark's treasures! The best was your lovely family ❤

  • @beverlyaslett7871
    @beverlyaslett7871 16 днів тому +2

    I love this channel. So calming and I want to be a mudlark. I love the bits of history and cannot believe the exquisite finds. Fun fun.

  • @iansuehooper7542
    @iansuehooper7542 16 днів тому +2

    Magic Nicole, this video had all the good things you bring to us, your subscribers. Stay safe and keep well.

  • @skp8738
    @skp8738 17 днів тому +1

    What a great story about the dog tag!

  • @professor-greek3367
    @professor-greek3367 15 днів тому

    Finally watched this Nicola yay .. I love how you show us other Wonderful mudlarkers .. it's like a thames family .. was lovely to meet you ❤

  • @marciajohnson6767
    @marciajohnson6767 18 днів тому +2

    Amazing to see what Mark found!!😊😊😊

  • @StonedustandStardust
    @StonedustandStardust 12 днів тому

    Wonderful finds Mark, thank you for sharing.

  • @vickinoeske1154
    @vickinoeske1154 18 днів тому +2

    What a wonderful keepsake, Esme.❤😊

  • @Leslie-wb8cb
    @Leslie-wb8cb 16 днів тому

    What a fun video! I really enjoyed seeing your friends and family with you. And Mark has some amazing finds, in such a short period of time. Love the intaglios.

  • @marykunselman284
    @marykunselman284 15 днів тому

    That story is fantastic I loved it I love dogs

  • @JinJinDoe
    @JinJinDoe 16 днів тому

    How cool is that dog tag story! Marks collection is epic.

  • @tonygiraldes7848
    @tonygiraldes7848 18 днів тому +5

    Just the greatest 🙂♥️

  • @heidiavera5071
    @heidiavera5071 18 днів тому +3

    What a wonderful story all from one tag 🏷️

  • @dennispiciullo8060
    @dennispiciullo8060 17 днів тому +1

    Wow, pretty cool, and it's a family affair too! Really cool, I definitely look forward to your videos every Sunday. Have great rest of the week! ❤️

  • @bethsmith3421
    @bethsmith3421 18 днів тому +2

    Lovely Sunday video, Nicola. Spending time with family is a great thing and doubled by spending it at the beach. Mark seems like a wonderful friend. He found some beautiful and interesting treasures. I thought your bartman shard with the bright blue was a fantastic find, so intricate and beautifully decorated. Thanks for the upload. The mudlarking videos from my favorite mudlarks, you and Simon, make my boring laundry day much better.

  • @Nicole-pg5lk
    @Nicole-pg5lk 18 днів тому +3

    Watched this video whilst being in Brighton for a week with my daughter. Which is a highlight for this year.
    Lovely video and wow what a beautiful finds Mark has shown.
    Hope you had a lovely time in Guernsey and see you in the next video. Love, Nicole❤😘.

  • @MadelineRose-ep7fj
    @MadelineRose-ep7fj 18 днів тому +3

    Wow what a wonderful video! So good to see a healthy forshore! Mark, Marion, Tamsen, Mom and Dad, what an interesting group to surround yourself with. So pleasant and knowledgeable about things in history. When your Mother mentioned the salmon, it brought back mental pictures of the outdoor barbecue you had shared with us. Be safe and have fun!😊❤😊

  • @iamshotty
    @iamshotty 18 днів тому +2

    Absolutely loved this episode Nicola - all of it. After seeing Simon find a crotal bell, and now Mark, I've concluded I reeeally love them!! And given that I was born in 68, he should send me both the button and bell!! 🤣yes, cheeky Australian me... Thank you Nicola, sending you much love xx Teresa 🇦🇺♥

  • @tomlee812
    @tomlee812 7 днів тому

    This was fascinating. What a great storyteller Mark is. It makes you realise just how random life is. What is the possibility of finding that dog tag and reuniting it with the family after all that time? It makes your spine tingle, doesn't it........?

  • @johnhagemeyer8578
    @johnhagemeyer8578 16 днів тому

    Hi Nicola, thanks for another great post.
    You always brighten my day.

  • @reneebryant42
    @reneebryant42 9 днів тому

    Sweet family times.

  • @PorcelainBeach
    @PorcelainBeach 18 днів тому +2

    Fantastic video. Enjoyed Mark’s favorite finds and the beach larking with your family.

  • @derekodriscoll7178
    @derekodriscoll7178 14 днів тому

    Realy enjoyed your latest mudlark adventure with mark 👌(such fascinating items) and I'm a big fan of Guernsey, such a Beautiful place 💖

  • @susanbanack4855
    @susanbanack4855 17 днів тому +1

    Love your enthusiasm and finds Nicola. Thank you for your videos ❤

  • @apostlewoody
    @apostlewoody 17 днів тому +1

    I love happy people!!!

  • @spectrumEDMforever
    @spectrumEDMforever 17 днів тому +1

    Thank you for your fresh outlook and positivity 😇

  • @christopherbutler7588
    @christopherbutler7588 11 днів тому

    Great video love the story of the Dog tag .thanks for showing. 😊have a great week 😊

  • @KarlGillcrist
    @KarlGillcrist 18 днів тому +1

    A Sunday with Nicola"s 3 "f's" friends, family and finds what more could you ask for.....it was cool to find that Mark was inspired by your videos as a lot of us are but he was able to go find some history of his own where as most of us don't have access to mudlarking ...so we get to enjoy it through your videos...thanks for sharing your love of history with us...Karl from eastern Canada❤❤❤❤😃😃😃😃

  • @elizabethabraybant7282
    @elizabethabraybant7282 18 днів тому +1

    Amazing Intaglios! They would make gorgeous jewelry!

  • @yomama8873
    @yomama8873 16 днів тому

    Great fun great finds 🤩🤩🤩💖💖

  • @carolinadiaz8953
    @carolinadiaz8953 15 днів тому

    Amazing artisan work on your friends pipe & the item with sister Cecelia 😊

  • @TheWalnut47
    @TheWalnut47 16 днів тому

    An excellent video. Thank you, Nicola. Greetings from Bodmin Moor, Cornwall.

  • @amandabell8827
    @amandabell8827 17 днів тому +1

    Wonderful video Nicola, Mark has found some amazing things! I just love the story of the dog tag 😃It looks like you had a fun time with your family on Guernsey, long may the good times continue 😁💖x

  • @barbaraverdoorn9076
    @barbaraverdoorn9076 18 днів тому +1

    So much to love about this video! First, your mother is lovely. All of your family is so nice and your nephew is darling!
    I loved the finds Mark showed us. Especially the spoon handle and the pipe with the lovely woman. I would think the smoker of that pipe would have held that one quite dear! But, alas, I think his jealous wife broke off her head and threw her in the Thames! 😂
    The tile Esme made you was very well done!
    Thank you for sharing your life with us, Nicola. I hope everyone on your side of this screen is well and happy. Such a nice video!❤

  • @mirkatu3249
    @mirkatu3249 18 днів тому +1

    These old stories, like the one about the dog tag, really are exciting, aren't they? Can you imagine getting something in the mail from one of your ancestors that some random person found and took the time to research? Thank you and Mark for sharing it. :-)

  • @imawehole
    @imawehole 18 днів тому +1

    Looks like stripey tops is an inherited trait...lol. love it. Your the best.

  • @WendyInCollingwood
    @WendyInCollingwood 17 днів тому

    👏🇨🇦 Thank You for inviting us along on your mudlarking adventures, they’re always chocked full of intrigue, mystery & discoveries 💖 I loved your nephew’s brilliant interpretation of the plate shard 🌟 Thank you for introducing us to your family ! Happy summer, to all 👒 Greetings from Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦

  • @tanithmessenger3581
    @tanithmessenger3581 18 днів тому +1

    Love Guernsey, such a beautiful place. Lovely way to end your day 🙂 Fascinating info about the Sphinx!

  • @susancousins8766
    @susancousins8766 18 днів тому +1

    It was great to see your friend Mark at the Thames with you. Many amazing finds for him and all of the finds he brought to show you Nicola. I really enjoyed your little lark with your family especially your mom she is so sweet and a beautiful woman. Peter seems really nice and yes I remember him at your house. You have a lovely family Nicola, I’m glad you get to see and spend time with your mom. Have a fantastic week ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💜

  • @1mmickk
    @1mmickk 16 днів тому +1

    Youre a good man Mark. May the Gods of the Thames smile upon you. Nicola is the Goddess of the Thames she dont need no help!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  15 днів тому +1

      ha ha thank you :) Im not sure about that - but it's very kind xx

  • @goodpeople5676
    @goodpeople5676 18 днів тому +3

    A loud and big shout out to MARK , his findings are a real touch of history. Really enjoyed watching the beautiful video with Pipe Queen 👸 finding pipes 😂.
    Enjoy
    With love from SAM
    Guwahati, Assam, India 🇮🇳 ❤

  • @aengusmacnaughton1375
    @aengusmacnaughton1375 18 днів тому +1

    Mark has a great attitude and sense of fun! Great to see him get you to chuckle!

    • @markiglesias_ldn
      @markiglesias_ldn 17 днів тому +1

      Thank you! We definitely had a good laugh, t’was a really fun morning!

  • @superbellabeau
    @superbellabeau 18 днів тому +1

    It was lovely to see you mudlarking with Mark. He had some amazing finds! Ofcourse a pipe or two were there for you to find. It was lovely meeting some of your family and seeing some of you in matching stripes! Thanks as always for taking us along Nicola from Sally in Oz! ❤️😁

  • @juliebates5315
    @juliebates5315 14 днів тому +1

    Nicola! What a great outing ! Sharing Mark’s finds was fascinating ! Thank you ❤️🦘

  • @rosannegrimball4970
    @rosannegrimball4970 17 днів тому

    What a terrific video!

  • @marykunselman284
    @marykunselman284 15 днів тому

    Great finds you two

  • @aleta5873
    @aleta5873 14 днів тому

    Thank you Nicola..xo

  • @lauravanniekerk4719
    @lauravanniekerk4719 18 днів тому +1

    Nice to see the family, and a few in stripes!!

  • @johnloughlin5821
    @johnloughlin5821 18 днів тому +1

    lovely video mark seems like a really nice fella and his finds are beautiful

  • @marykunselman284
    @marykunselman284 15 днів тому +2

    My grandson graduated I am so proud

  • @pigoff123
    @pigoff123 18 днів тому +1

    Lovely just lovely. 😮

  • @sandybuchart6017
    @sandybuchart6017 18 днів тому +3

    Hi ! What a wonderful day ! I wish I could be there mudlarking with you ! It's hard to believe the year is half over ! Be safe.

  • @respectanimals2
    @respectanimals2 15 днів тому

    Fantastic vid, loved it , peace ✌️

  • @ltvanburen8555
    @ltvanburen8555 6 днів тому

    Yes! It’s Lovely! Very cool people! This video exemplifies why I love the UK; it’s literally awash with history. The United States is, too, but you should be learned and respectful of First Nations to retrieve it. My family is Anglo and Italian, so I think this is just magical.

  • @nancylarson8421
    @nancylarson8421 17 днів тому

    What a wonderful way to enjoy being with people that you love and who like mudlarking as much as you. ❤

  • @StonedustandStardust
    @StonedustandStardust 12 днів тому

    How sweet of Esme! Thank You, Nicola, you always make my day😍

  • @FindsByPirjo
    @FindsByPirjo 18 днів тому +2

    Lovely to see Mark with you on the foreshore. Mark is one of the friendliest and knowledgeable mudlarkers I have met. I think I have to plan for a visit to Guernsey in the near future. Sunny greeting from Germany!

    • @markiglesias_ldn
      @markiglesias_ldn 17 днів тому +1

      Aww thanks, Pirjo. No doubt see you next time you’re in town.

    • @FindsByPirjo
      @FindsByPirjo 17 днів тому +1

      @@markiglesias_ldn See you in September!

  • @kayesdigginit1519
    @kayesdigginit1519 18 днів тому +1

    So many amazing relics!!

  • @melissalillegard7945
    @melissalillegard7945 18 днів тому +1

    I missed you last week. Your weather is just beautiful. I love it when you find the old pipes. As well as the pounded coins, medieval coins, and the little tiny finds.

  • @gregbiggs7564
    @gregbiggs7564 18 днів тому +1

    Terrific Thames Lark 👍👍👍 let’s goooooo Nicola 🔥🔥 yep yep yep 🤩🤩🇬🇧🇺🇸

  • @alantodd7633
    @alantodd7633 18 днів тому +2

    Amazing, the intaglio of the running fox is my family crest. I have a letter seal made of agate ( I think ) with a fruit wood handle.

  • @simonhopkins3867
    @simonhopkins3867 17 днів тому

    Fishing, litter picking and beach larking! For me. If it stops raining 😂

  • @melindathemm8014
    @melindathemm8014 17 днів тому

    Thank you the company. I was feeling very lonely.

  • @beckysvintageandmore6002
    @beckysvintageandmore6002 15 днів тому

    Great finds!

  • @cathybenson5119
    @cathybenson5119 17 днів тому +1

    I envy those who do mudlarking. I'd love to do it myself, but I have a problem with my back n I need a wheelie-walker to get about. Every time I think how I'd love to do something like this, I'm reminded about my back. Lol.