I live in Alston - not far from Hexham... Alston is known as "England's most remote market town", and is also its highest town in altitude above sea level. In 1765, John Smeaton designed and built the High Mill here in Alston, which still exists today. A year ago, the High Mill was purchased by Jonathan Muir and work is already underway in restoring and preserving this historically important Smetonian construction. As mentioned in your film, Smeaton's work in hydro-engineering led to his award of the Royal Society's Copley Medal. Alston is extremely proud of our tiny piece of Smeaton's repertoire, and we are thankful to Jonathan Muir for his commitment to preserving it.
Thank you so much for posting such an interesting comment - you may also enjoy the film I made on my channel about the Union and Forth and Clyde film. Of course the letter was another great legacy of John Smeaton.
@@riatosillevis thank you very much - something very different for my Channell but nonetheless and enjoyable experienced learning more - lots more to come both of the adventure travel genre and archaeological adventures. Hope you can subscribe.
Many thanks for such a fascinating insight into a fascinating person. May I, however, make a minor moan about something that is not uncommon in many videos. That is:missing basic information - in your case, dates. We get he was born 300 years ago, but we have to wait almost seven minutes before an inscription invokes us to praise God on August 24 in 1759, presumably the date the lighthouse was completed.Before posting online it is a good idea to review the material and ask: "What very few words of explanation would improve the experience for the casual viewer - from across the world - who may stumble across this, be fascinated and benefit from a tiny bit more context." Best wishes.
@@vandansaravadiya339 I really appreciate your interest but from my side, it would be impossible - I will look if UA-cam can add them using AI - once again thank you for your interest
First time I have discovered your videos. Awesome. Now subscribed.🇦🇺
@@BillyBoy1235 awesome to have a follow from downunder - I’m currently editing my Adventure on Kilimanjaro. I have a feeling you might like it 😊
Great work putting this together, he was a great engineer and his work is admired to this day.
@@algreen1 Thank you your support means alot- he certainly was a incredible fellow
Beautiful!
Another great film Kevin. I’ve seen a few of Smeatons achievements as I’ve toured the UK.
@@chrishyde382 thanks Chris of your support!
I live in Alston - not far from Hexham... Alston is known as "England's most remote market town", and is also its highest town in altitude above sea level. In 1765, John Smeaton designed and built the High Mill here in Alston, which still exists today. A year ago, the High Mill was purchased by Jonathan Muir and work is already underway in restoring and preserving this historically important Smetonian construction. As mentioned in your film, Smeaton's work in hydro-engineering led to his award of the Royal Society's Copley Medal.
Alston is extremely proud of our tiny piece of Smeaton's repertoire, and we are thankful to Jonathan Muir for his commitment to preserving it.
Thank you so much for posting such an interesting comment - you may also enjoy the film I made on my channel about the Union and Forth and Clyde film. Of course the letter was another great legacy of John Smeaton.
Beautiful film on an under-appreciated historic figure. Great presenting and editing. WIll subscribe.
@@nickvonbehr657 cheers Nick really appreciate your comment and support
Lovely to watch this guy, I cant get enough of this!!
@@thomasboss9622 lots more to come - my Kilimanjaro Film is next to be edited !
What a fascinating and far-reaching story! Thank you for making this!
@@riatosillevis thank you very much - something very different for my Channell but nonetheless and enjoyable experienced learning more - lots more to come both of the adventure travel genre and archaeological adventures. Hope you can subscribe.
@KevinAugelloNewEarthFilms Yes, I'm subscribed!
Very interesting… well done Kev!
@@BeePea123 Thanks for taking time to comment!
Having sat on the Hoe for many many summers , great to now know more historically about Smeatons Tower. Great video. Thanks for making this.
@@EliteSurvival we can only stand on the shoulders of Great British Giants
Another great one!!
Glad you think so was a lot of work but thoroughly enjoyed it !
Great content. Keep it coming 💪
@@MartinBilsborough lots more to do Ive a huge edit back log !
Fantastic video next time you are in Plymouth give me a shout. Merry Christmas buddy
Excellent! More of an unusual film for my Channell. Next job is to edit the Kilimanjaro Adventure. PS will definitely take you up on your invitation
Many thanks for such a fascinating insight into a fascinating person. May I, however, make a minor moan about something that is not uncommon in many videos. That is:missing basic information - in your case, dates. We get he was born 300 years ago, but we have to wait almost seven minutes before an inscription invokes us to praise God on August 24 in 1759, presumably the date the lighthouse was completed.Before posting online it is a good idea to review the material and ask: "What very few words of explanation would improve the experience for the casual viewer - from across the world - who may stumble across this, be fascinated and benefit from a tiny bit more context." Best wishes.
Sir please try to explain this video in Hindi language... it is possible?
@@vandansaravadiya339 I really appreciate your interest but from my side, it would be impossible - I will look if UA-cam can add them using AI - once again thank you for your interest