hi mickey, welcome to my home town; hope you are enjoying your new life in maidstone. hey mickey; those arcade buildings are where i first met my husband 50years agao, been married for 46 years, but now live in france, so nice to catch up on the old townx
Maidstone born and bred here - thanks for making this video Mickey, a nice refreshing take on my home town. If I happen to see you about I will be sure to say hi!
Hello Marty, Maidstone was amazing. Unfortunately, I've moved to Tidworth. But who knows maybe our paths may cross one. Please still say hi when it does.
Thanks, i think its a lovely town, taking a tour before I can decide to relocate there. Work in London so want to be at least less than an hr's travel to work. I work at home on hybrid so have to be in the office in person at least times a month. So far travelling hrs one way!!!! to attend office.
4.55 you were brave filming up there. Top of Week Street and Brenchley Gardens = a part of the town to avoid. It's so bad I have banned my teenage daughters from that part of town.
Ohhh guys be honest with him, Margate??!!!! Beach yes, town is an absolute toilet, dirty, run down and dangerous! Try broadstairs, Botany Bay or joss bay, waaay nicer! Yup avoid brenchley gardens it’s notoriously unsafe! Lucky you weren’t filming on a day the kids were in town with their balaclavas on, or at 2am when the London gang stabbings happen, or outside the vape/alcohol shops where ADULTS are happy to buy my teen vapes and booze, or in mote park where the kids take their drugs….maidstone is a toilet mate, an absolute toilet 😔 but I do wish you luck in your new life, I genuinely hope you are happy here 😊 (lived here 20 yrs, can’t wait to move away!)
Grew up in Maidstone , though the best thing is what's immediately on its door step, the countryside is epic ... Detling . Boxley, Kittts Coty and the Downs , Peneden Heath Woods, Bearsted , the river walk downstream out to Teston / Wateringbury , Mote park is a huge open space , Leeds Castle plus endless little villages w graet pubs etc
Noo, best beach in Kent is Cambersands in Rye!!! Nice video!! I am quarter Ghanian, I am starting to notice a lot of Ghanaians in Maidstone recently. It’s really nice, as I am very light skinned, they always get shocked when I speak a little Twi hehe! Hope your still enjoying Maidstone!
Cambersands oh ok...point noted. Well your second name speaks for itself. I am also a Thursday born, Yaw. Make your ability to speak twi your little weapon lol. I am loving Maidstone but didn't get enough time to enjoy it. I'm working in Estonia and will be moving to North Yorkshire on my return. Thanks for your feedback on the video.
Hello Micky, good video. Laidback and considered. It shows me how much the place seems to have changed as I've not been back for around 23 years. I see the town is now predestined and it is especially good to see more of a healthy mix of nationalities. It seems, on the surface, possibly more of an attractive place to be and I hope that your experiences are largely happy and positive.
Hi Brendan. Yes thanks very much for the kind words. Yes Maidstone is now a melting pot of different nationalities. What I couldn't capture was the Eastern European nationals. There are a lot of here. Was it the case 23 years ago? I'm loving it here.
Hello Micky, great to hear that you're loving it down in Maidstone and to also hear it described as being a melting pot of nationalities. Communities absorping different views and cultures always signals progressiveness.
Maidstone like many places in the UK has some serious challenges, but on the whole the people are good. Now you're there in Kent, go visit Canterbury, Faversham, Margate and if you like proper stunning beaches, honestly check out Botany Bay and Joss Bay, they will make you feel like you're not in the UK
I’m a Canadian and recently got UK citizenship. My late father is from Dover and my wife was born in Leeds. My wife and I love the UK and will be back. We have been all over by rail and car. By and large it seems that the UK is going through the same modern problems that Canada and the US are. Specific to the UK I believe that Brexit was a mistake and shortsighted for many reasons that I won’t hash out here, but the result in part is deepening economic hardship.
Wow, my hometown has changed so much. Haven’t been back in a good few years now, so thought I’d have a look on UA-cam. Selling my house in the West Midlands, and I’m actually considering moving back
@@MickeyAgyei maidstone has some nice sights to see and inn the summer time have a look on what is going on at mote park as they hold concerts there alot !
Thank you for sharing. We need more warm Ghanaians here in the UK. I recommend visiting my town of Hastings - it is like the Cape Coast of England haha. Two of the people in your video recommended it (much nicer than Margate!)
Woow nice video am buying my 1st home and was quite worried about diversity as am Ghanaian and I have children and didn't won't them to be left out in terms of fitting in but these video has given me soo much confidence to get it.Thanks very much.
yeah, I mean its alright, We all act exactly the same when someone says 'how is maidstone?'. We just laugh and go yeah, mote park, get food or go to spoons or something 😂
Hello, thanks very much for always watching my videos. It was warm when I made the video but very cold as it is winter now. Masks are not mandatory when outside and optional when in a crowded place. There are more videos coming this year. Thanks once again.
@@MickeyAgyei Oh, ok.. I don’t know why I assumed, you just got there. I was saying to myself “why is everyone wearing summer clothes”. LOL Thanks for responding.
Can I ask you something what do ,I need. To enter into Belize I am a usa citizen and I been vaccinated so I wound like go to Belize to visit for the frist time I I need to get a PTR tex before entering into Belize please let me know thanks again
Recent UA-camrs making videos of towns in Kent. Show The Death of the High Street, most of the shops in the High Street’s now days are closed. Businesses closing that have been in business for over 150-250 years. It’s so sad 😢 What is the latest update on Maidstone. My ancestors go back centuries of living in Maidstone 🐨🐨🦘
hi mickey, welcome to my home town; hope you are enjoying your new life in maidstone. hey mickey; those arcade buildings are where i first met my husband 50years agao, been married for 46 years, but now live in france, so nice to catch up on the old townx
Hello Julie. Wow! What a great story. I hope both of you are well and you are enjoying life in France.
I’m coming to Kent hopefully soon this year to work and thanks for the heads up
@@drayhairs6807 Nice. I hope you enjoy your time there.
Maidstone born and bred here - thanks for making this video Mickey, a nice refreshing take on my home town. If I happen to see you about I will be sure to say hi!
Hello Marty, Maidstone was amazing. Unfortunately, I've moved to Tidworth. But who knows maybe our paths may cross one. Please still say hi when it does.
Thanks, i think its a lovely town, taking a tour before I can decide to relocate there. Work in London so want to be at least less than an hr's travel to work. I work at home on hybrid so have to be in the office in person at least times a month. So far travelling hrs one way!!!! to attend office.
I guess Maidstone will be perfect for you. You get to London territories in less than an hour.
This was such a great little video! Had no idea folks were so friendly over there. Made me happier just watching this :)
People are normally friendly when you get the courage to approach them. Thanks very much.
4.55 you were brave filming up there. Top of Week Street and Brenchley Gardens = a part of the town to avoid. It's so bad I have banned my teenage daughters from that part of town.
Oh ok. I do see a lot of teenagers hanging around the top but didn't think it was that bad. Noted.
Ohhh guys be honest with him, Margate??!!!! Beach yes, town is an absolute toilet, dirty, run down and dangerous! Try broadstairs, Botany Bay or joss bay, waaay nicer! Yup avoid brenchley gardens it’s notoriously unsafe! Lucky you weren’t filming on a day the kids were in town with their balaclavas on, or at 2am when the London gang stabbings happen, or outside the vape/alcohol shops where ADULTS are happy to buy my teen vapes and booze, or in mote park where the kids take their drugs….maidstone is a toilet mate, an absolute toilet 😔 but I do wish you luck in your new life, I genuinely hope you are happy here 😊 (lived here 20 yrs, can’t wait to move away!)
As someone who lives adjacent to Brenchley Gardens, it's fine during daylight hours
@@pinkangel690what is peel street like please I’m planning to do a house swap there ?
Grew up in Maidstone , though the best thing is what's immediately on its door step, the countryside is epic ... Detling . Boxley, Kittts Coty and the Downs , Peneden Heath Woods, Bearsted , the river walk downstream out to Teston / Wateringbury , Mote park is a huge open space , Leeds Castle plus endless little villages w graet pubs etc
Best of Luck, Micky! I lived in Kent as a child, great memories.
Oh ok. Where do you live now. If I'm allowed to ask?
Welcome to my home town. I love seeing places I know on UA-cam and appreciate you shedding a light on the area that I grew up.
Was a pleasure.
Thanks for showing a peek into Maidstone. I am visiting London and plan to visit Kent before I leave England. Hopefully in a day or so.
You are welcome. I hope you enjoy your visit.
Thank you.I been in Aus for 50 years and I miss a Wimpy and chips.
Noo, best beach in Kent is Cambersands in Rye!!!
Nice video!! I am quarter Ghanian, I am starting to notice a lot of Ghanaians in Maidstone recently. It’s really nice, as I am very light skinned, they always get shocked when I speak a little Twi hehe!
Hope your still enjoying Maidstone!
Cambersands oh ok...point noted. Well your second name speaks for itself. I am also a Thursday born, Yaw. Make your ability to speak twi your little weapon lol. I am loving Maidstone but didn't get enough time to enjoy it. I'm working in Estonia and will be moving to North Yorkshire on my return. Thanks for your feedback on the video.
Camber is east Sussex not Kent.
Camber isn't in kent
Great video, gave me a brief insight of maidstone. please do more :)
Thanks very much for the feedback. Unfortunately I've moved to a different city but there are more videos coming up from my travels.
Hello Micky, good video. Laidback and considered. It shows me how much the place seems to have changed as I've not been back for around 23 years. I see the town is now predestined and it is especially good to see more of a healthy mix of nationalities. It seems, on the surface, possibly more of an attractive place to be and I hope that your experiences are largely happy and positive.
Hi Brendan. Yes thanks very much for the kind words. Yes Maidstone is now a melting pot of different nationalities. What I couldn't capture was the Eastern European nationals. There are a lot of here. Was it the case 23 years ago? I'm loving it here.
Hello Micky, great to hear that you're loving it down in Maidstone and to also hear it described as being a melting pot of nationalities.
Communities absorping different views and cultures always signals progressiveness.
@@brendanbrendan9435 Definitely.
Maidstone like many places in the UK has some serious challenges, but on the whole the people are good. Now you're there in Kent, go visit Canterbury, Faversham, Margate and if you like proper stunning beaches, honestly check out Botany Bay and Joss Bay, they will make you feel like you're not in the UK
Oh wow. Ok.
I’m a Canadian and recently got UK citizenship. My late father is from Dover and my wife was born in Leeds. My wife and I love the UK and will be back. We have been all over by rail and car. By and large it seems that the UK is going through the same modern problems that Canada and the US are. Specific to the UK I believe that Brexit was a mistake and shortsighted for many reasons that I won’t hash out here, but the result in part is deepening economic hardship.
Nice video and lovely people
Wow, my hometown has changed so much. Haven’t been back in a good few years now, so thought I’d have a look on UA-cam. Selling my house in the West Midlands, and I’m actually considering moving back
Oh ok. House prices in Maidstone is now over the roof. But it's a nice place to have a property though. So worth it.
Lovely Video. Thank You.
Thanks...you are welcome 🙏🏾
Moving to Maidstone in, hopefully march, April 2023
Nice! I like it here. I hope enjoy it too.
Thanks for educating us on your new area. I like the song at the end 😂
Hey Shawty lol. Thanks bro. I will link later today.
It’s beautiful out there !!! Thanks for taking us with you ….
Hello. Yes, you are welcome 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Looks lovely there, but Belize looks nicer!! Glad you’re settling in well. Maidstone is nice. 🍻
And hotter. I'm moving again soon lol. Never ending for me.
Barcelona looks lush though.
@@MickeyAgyei wow! How amazing to live in so many places - and yes, Barcelona is lush!! Cheers 🍻
Welcome to Maidstone,hope you’re enjoying it,if I see you in the Society Rooms I’ll buy you a pint!!
I love it thanks. It's a shame I've moved now due to work.
& that busker is a legend!!!
@@Steveoqotsa Yeah. I hope her dreams come true.
Thank you for sharing ☺️
welcome to our town maidstone been here 30 years :)
Oh wow. Thank you. I'm loving it here. I'm yet to get out and about though.
@@MickeyAgyei maidstone has some nice sights to see and inn the summer time have a look on what is going on at mote park as they hold concerts there alot !
@@ariesworld3500 Definitely will keep an eye out for those. I can't wait for summer.
HELP THE BARBER SHOP IS DOWN THE ROAD FROM ME😭
The one in Mangravet I mean
Yeah. He was my barber the whole time I was there
Thank you for sharing. We need more warm Ghanaians here in the UK. I recommend visiting my town of Hastings - it is like the Cape Coast of England haha. Two of the people in your video recommended it (much nicer than Margate!)
Oh wow, you sound like you know a lot about Ghana. I will definitely visit Hastings this year.
I walked in this streets end of 1995 beginning of 1996 .
Good memories return 💐🤩
Nice to know. Happy to have brought you back some memories.
Incredible!
Thanks my friend 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Hey bro you didn’t cover pudding Lane Maidstone ME141LN. Good luck for your next upcoming videos
Oh ok. Will check it out later.
Woow nice video am buying my 1st home and was quite worried about diversity as am Ghanaian and I have children and didn't won't them to be left out in terms of fitting in but these video has given me soo much confidence to get it.Thanks very much.
If you are able to buy your first home in Maidstone, then you are onto a winner. I think it's all round perfect. Close to everything.
Thanks will do.
Michael over here has given me a good one 🤣
😂😂
yeah, I mean its alright, We all act exactly the same when someone says 'how is maidstone?'. We just laugh and go yeah, mote park, get food or go to spoons or something 😂
I acctully live in maidstone i live in shepway i like it here ive been living here since 2016 july its been quite nice but there is some down sides
Yeah, it's been over a year now and I love it too.
@@MickeyAgyei I love it as well and where around Maidstone?
@@Theyylvlilly On the Gurkhas camp.
Something nice to do in Maidstone? Get the train to Margate, Rochester or Hastings 🙈💀
Good luck 👍🏾 blessings
Thank you very much 🙏🏾🙏🏾
@@MickeyAgyei wow! you made a big move, what is your new job? best wishes
@@sexymae4404 Hello. It's the same job but different place. To be honest, I was sent to Belize from UK. Thanks very much for your best wishes.
“This will be my barber for now on… oh!! I forgot my wallet”!! 🤭😁
I see what you did there lol.
Hi Mickey,
It look so nice, best of luck!
Is it always warm out there? And why isn’t anyone wearing a mask? I enjoy your videos, keep them coming..
Hello, thanks very much for always watching my videos.
It was warm when I made the video but very cold as it is winter now.
Masks are not mandatory when outside and optional when in a crowded place.
There are more videos coming this year. Thanks once again.
@@MickeyAgyei
Oh, ok.. I don’t know why I assumed, you just got there. I was saying to myself “why is everyone wearing summer clothes”. LOL
Thanks for responding.
@@BountifulOrchard You are very right thinking I only just got here lol
can I drive in maidstone with my burundian driving license as a tourist?
If you come with an international driving licence.
New subscriber...thanks
Hello thank you 🙏🏾
Can I ask you something what do ,I need. To enter into Belize I am a usa citizen and I been vaccinated so I wound like go to Belize to visit for the frist time I I need to get a PTR tex before entering into Belize please let me know thanks again
Thank you for reaching out. Please check the link below for C19 protocol
belizetourismboard.org/news-and-gallery/belize-covid-19-travel-updates/
how can i rent accomodation in maidstone lads can someone suggest me
Sorry I've never rented in Maidstone.
website zoopla, this applies to anywhere in the UK
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😊😊😊
Camber sands is east sussex not kent
Seen..
Are you missing Belize as yet😊
Every day. Especially the nice people and the nice places.
I live near here
Oh ok. Nice place to live.
Ok but why am I in the video😭💀
Really? Where? Please give me a time stamp
9:39 me and my friends in the black jackets it looks a lot like me and my friends so we thought it might be us lol
@@Randomstuff31415 Lol probably you. Would have been cool to have a conversation.
Used to be a fantastic county Town. Now it's a dump. Glad to have moved away years ago.
that haircut tho hahahah
Lol
I live in Maidstone
Nice!!
How much is the haircut?
£15 bro.
das my barber
@@pollzthe1st Oh ok.
Hey are you still in Maidstone ? Is that Nigerian barber still in Maidstone? I need to find a barber that can cut black people hair
Yes I am still in Maidstone. Please put Mangravet barbershop on Google map and it will take you straight to him.
@@MickeyAgyei thnks
It’s a slum these days
Really?
Tovil Mangravet Shepway Ringlestone Parkwood
@@donpearce I see
Recent UA-camrs making videos of towns in Kent. Show The Death of the High Street, most of the shops in the High Street’s now days are closed. Businesses closing that have been in business for over 150-250 years. It’s so sad 😢 What is the latest update on Maidstone. My ancestors go back centuries of living in Maidstone 🐨🐨🦘
Yeah the best beach in Maidstone is Margate 😂
I know a Lee Barrett who used to or probably still in the army. Is that you? Lol
@@MickeyAgyei Hi mickey sorry but I was never cut out for the army, cheers Lee
💋 P-R-O-M-O-S-M!!
Maidstone has been ruined by cultural invasion. Lost is a traditional country farming town
I see.
Ironic
Maidstone is my favourite town I ever been
I see.
I found the video!!! Great content. Thank you for coming to see us at @Akinsfoodltd ✨
Heyy Naomie!! How did you find it? Thanks for having us 🙏🏾🙏🏾