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  • Опубликовано: 5 июн 2024
  • After leaving school with no qualifications and struggling to hold down a full time job, 18 year old Alfie set up his own business on his tandem bike and trailer. Despite becoming a bit of a local hero in his hometown of Clitheroe, Alfie is forced to find other ways of making ends meet after being banned from the local tip.
    Starring Alfie Cookson
    A film by Aaron Dunleavy
    00:00 Intro
    01:30 Tip Ban
    03:52 New Beginnings
    06:22 Cleaning Wheelie Bins
    13:36 Injury
    14:43 Delivery Service
    28:42 Fasting
    40:59 Dog Walking
    45:19 Cleaning Graffiti
    47:54 Outro

Комментарии • 6 тыс.

  • @alfieoddjob
    @alfieoddjob  Год назад +3797

    Thanks for all the support 👍 hopefully more to come soon

    • @Mistahhmiyagi
      @Mistahhmiyagi Год назад +22

      Best film this year yo..🔥🔥🔥🍻 New teeth new taxi looool fire bro

    • @marcusingram522
      @marcusingram522 Год назад +60

      Enjoyed the program, keep on doing what you are doing as you seem a good egg pal.

    • @marshallmckeating7076
      @marshallmckeating7076 Год назад +64

      RUclips needs more Alfie. Hopfully see more soon.
      Keep doing you Alfie. Amazing stuff.

    • @tech9auto223
      @tech9auto223 Год назад +32

      Hope your doing well Alfie I've subscribed can't wait to see more best of luck from bonny Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @ianjames3262
      @ianjames3262 Год назад +33

      One of the best programs I’ve seen that pal funny as fk aswell but well in👍

  • @drn3081
    @drn3081 Год назад +983

    This boy is the definition of grafter, hard working, and polite with a good heart and soul. His community are lucky to have him. Well done Alfie

    • @jakemcalister7384
      @jakemcalister7384 Год назад +30

      Honestly this guys work ethic is 💯 mate he'd be an amazing employee to have in the right role

    • @paulryan8714
      @paulryan8714 Год назад +24

      If u ever come to Ireland I'll give you a job 👍u are a true grafter

    • @ryanh6861
      @ryanh6861 Год назад +2

      👍

    • @UnbelievableEricthegiraffe
      @UnbelievableEricthegiraffe Год назад

      @@jakemcalister7384 I've heard he's also the right employee to have in the right hole 😛 also.

    • @KindnessMattersTV
      @KindnessMattersTV Год назад +3

      👍

  • @KierMailan
    @KierMailan Год назад +465

    He's a young guy, yet he acts Ike he's from generations past. Alfie is what we're missing in the world. This is someone who live in reality not social media.

    • @Londonfogey
      @Londonfogey Год назад +27

      Yes I thought that too. He wouldn't be out of place in the Clitheroe of the 1950s or even the 1850s. That is not to say he is 'old fashioned' - he just has the sort of timeless quality that some people have always had.

    • @ANGRYTRUMP2024
      @ANGRYTRUMP2024 Год назад +28

      he reminds me of old fred dibnah ..born in the wrong time..

    • @georgeriley5456
      @georgeriley5456 Год назад +5

      True and what a young man he is.

    • @stevenaitcheson6938
      @stevenaitcheson6938 Год назад +7

      He's an inspiration to help a pensioner in the street, pick up litter, care for a relative and all that in between.

    • @ANGRYTRUMP2024
      @ANGRYTRUMP2024 Год назад +2

      @GanjaDan well hes kinda like fred but not even close to freds knowlage ;)

  • @style_tex
    @style_tex 2 месяца назад +70

    Why is nobody talking about the insane quality of this documentary . Film like. Really motivating to see him.

    • @Paul-sl9zm
      @Paul-sl9zm 20 дней назад

      You can film this kind of quality on an iPhone these days....

  • @obasplobs6381
    @obasplobs6381 8 месяцев назад +295

    I'm 9 minutes in and have already decided that this guy is a LEGEND! What a lovely, kind hearted dude.

    • @weeeeee374
      @weeeeee374 6 месяцев назад +2

      Makes me wonder why he isn't a youtuber doing his random jobs earning money from views........seems daft not to

    • @lavielemond
      @lavielemond 6 месяцев назад +2

      @@weeeeee374Methinks that he's still quite naive in this respect & thus he needs to be shown such things by someone with sufficient knowledge about, & experience with such things...to me, it simply "seems daft not to" help such a wonderful soul in any way that WE can, eh?!

    • @stephenstead7270
      @stephenstead7270 3 месяца назад +5

      He try he not sitting back living of benefits good luck to Alfie mate he a legend mate

    • @davebarber9510
      @davebarber9510 3 месяца назад +3

      The guys quite genuinely a hard worker just needs a little help and guidance to speed him along. Bless him

    • @lavielemond
      @lavielemond 3 месяца назад

      @@davebarber9510Spot-on, Dave...if I wasn't 'Down Under' & was instead in Ol' Blighty, then I'd be helping the guy in a freaking heartbeat...such an awesome should upon this lad...cheers mate...Matt.

  • @JohnnyTurnerMusic
    @JohnnyTurnerMusic Год назад +965

    I mean Alfie is just a Top Lad but can we take a minute to appreciate the Director. Stunning edits, great framing, just really well put together! Made 50 minutes feel like 15!

  • @Cassidon12345
    @Cassidon12345 Год назад +107

    This man is literally the opposite of depression.

  • @francisballyntyne2409
    @francisballyntyne2409 9 месяцев назад +105

    If my little 4 year old boy grows up to be half the lad Alfie is I'll be happy. You are incredible buddy. xx

    • @bopndop2347
      @bopndop2347 5 месяцев назад

      Look at the thieving tories and such in government. See the “lord” that scammed tax payer money during covid and is still sitting in the house today

    • @user-zt1st3rc3r
      @user-zt1st3rc3r 2 месяца назад +2

      Agreed, I feel the same about my lads

  • @scrapper1988
    @scrapper1988 Год назад +503

    Clitheroe Town Council need to hire Alfie as the towns maintaince man!!
    He's proud of the place he lives.......what better man to take care of the town!!!
    Keep up the good work Alfie

    • @briancunningham1927
      @briancunningham1927 Год назад +75

      Correct rather than banning him from the tip

    • @Athertonmedia
      @Athertonmedia Год назад +11

      Keep up the good work Alfie and keep making videos thats where you will make your money

    • @Boothster77
      @Boothster77 Год назад +21

      Totally agree....come on you council big wigs....here's the best employee you could ever find for you town!! Get him hired!!

    • @seeshure1545
      @seeshure1545 Год назад +30

      He seems like a really good kid, and I'm not saying you're wrong but he seems to need a bit of a mentor/teacher. As someone who has done quite a few odd jobs watching him paint that ladies fence was excruciating. He was getting paint everywhere, nothing was uniform, it looked like shit. I feel like people are willing to pay for a good job, he could've got 60-70 for that fence if he did everything correctly. The attitude is right, but you have to stand by your work too.

    • @SeaPilgrim68
      @SeaPilgrim68 Год назад +16

      …..and sell his dreams for the honour of becoming a slave.. no way..his freedom is something money can’t buy! Stay loose Alfie, you are your own man and hopefully always will be. 🤙

  • @Pete4474
    @Pete4474 Год назад +294

    “You can look at life two ways, you can be frightened of it, or just live it.”
    Actually one of the most meaningful things I’ve heard someone say.
    This lad is a lot brighter than he gives himself credit for.

    • @360Fov
      @360Fov Год назад +7

      He was exactly right when he said you can keep worrying about something that never actually happens. So many people spend so much time worrying about the worst-case scenario that they get used to being paralysed by a fear of 'what if' but if they saw a graph of how many times 'if' happened they'd soon realize there's nowt to be worried about!

    • @LeeRoyKong1
      @LeeRoyKong1 Год назад +3

      Spot on! As soon as he said that it got me thinking, that's actually how you should be living your life....good lad is Alfie👍

  • @gob5993
    @gob5993 2 месяца назад +91

    the manners, the chirpiness, the balanced outlook on life, the cultural sensitivity to Abs fasting. what a lad.

    • @folksurvival
      @folksurvival 2 месяца назад

      Manners? He was swearing all through the video. Cultural sensitivity? Don't be pathetic.

    • @danielwilson1105
      @danielwilson1105 5 дней назад

      And Abs treated him like a total prick. The kid starved all day, spoke highly of the Asian bloke and dude wouldn't even bring Alfie round the family for iftaar. Because Alfie is totally oblivious, a bit of a moron and dressed like a tramp.

    • @danielwilson1105
      @danielwilson1105 5 дней назад

      Lovely kid. Just too lovely. Few respect it.

  • @Hana-su7zg
    @Hana-su7zg 3 месяца назад +71

    Alfie, I watched this video when it was posted a year ago or so, and was inspired by your resorsefullness and resilience, by your kindness and humor. The bin train will be forever engraved on my mind 😀
    Anyhow, I am a 53yr old lady with ADHD, I don't drive and have always struggled with jobs. I have been retraining as a gardener recently and now I am proudly a "commuting" gardener who pushes her trolley of gardening tools and travels to jobs on the local buses. I invented various hacks for my tools to make them as light, small and portable as possible etc. I now have various clients who are a joy to work for and I love gardening like no other job I had before!
    What I would love to add to your message in your film is that I really believe that one should do what one loves but it also needs to meet the needs of the people out there (market) and when you add your personal touch to it, which is your character and personality, preferably a positive one, then you really will succeed in this world. Not necessarily in the eyes of everyone, but most importantly, in your own eyes. You should end up being satisfied and rewarded.

  • @grantharper6033
    @grantharper6033 Год назад +328

    As a retired secondary school teacher I can already picture what a rascal Alfie probably was in school but…regardless of his academic ability he is polite, nicely spoken, caring, kind hearted, well meaning, sensible and a whole host of other commendable qualities. He’s making the absolute best of his life and trying to make others lives better too. If he can make an honest living like this he should be commended not punished. Better this than becoming a loud and foul mouthed yob, causing damage, threatening people, robbing, drinking, taking drugs or worse being an alcoholic and selling drugs.
    I don’t know this lad but I’m proud of him. Go Alfie!!!

    • @donraggo77
      @donraggo77 Год назад +5

      100% agree

    • @thebadbackbackpacker
      @thebadbackbackpacker 9 месяцев назад +13

      I'm doing what he's doing but a bit different. I live day by day finding odd jobs. Leaflet dropping etc. I've been backpacking around Europe for 4 years, left UK with £1000 and went to Norway. That ran out in a couple of months 😅 so 2 or 3 months in I was broke. Found a job in Germany for 6 months and met another guy who wanted help on his house in Elba Italy and we flew over in his private plane. Worked there for a few months in early 2020 and drive the work van back to Germany and started backpacking again. I saved enough for interrail pass for 3 months a drone and money for 6 months. Spent a lot in Netherlands mind as only Germany and Netherlands was open first 6 weeks then done 12 countries from may to October 2020. It was amazing, now been in southern spain on the Mediterranean sea funding odd jobs and surviving. This is a great way to make a living. He's eco friendly too like me as I don't have a car I walk mostly. This is like the old days this kid is a legend. 😊💪 As long as he's not claiming benefits it should be fine. He pays tax on things he buys.

    • @rat6893
      @rat6893 9 месяцев назад

      take yourself for a walk, cleanshirt. it's none of your business whether people drink or take drugs or even sell drugs. why even mentioning them in the same sentence as threatening and robbing people? was the secondary school for disabled people? you special mate? fuckin yob hahahahahaha

    • @yepnowletussee6702
      @yepnowletussee6702 9 месяцев назад +1

      Nicely said. ❤

    • @smashyrashy
      @smashyrashy 9 месяцев назад +12

      Academic ability is worthless if you dont have any other qualities

  • @MisterBlue55
    @MisterBlue55 Год назад +294

    Why hasn't Alfie's local authority rewarded hm for what he does in the town? This documentary is a terrific advert for Clitheroe and its people. Alfie is a fabulous member of his local community and a shining example to other youngsters.

    • @DonnyTheFackenDeala
      @DonnyTheFackenDeala Год назад +7

      Well said and very true, he should be rewarded.

    • @NebulaBull
      @NebulaBull Год назад +5

      I scrolled through the comments after making mine and I would agree he really is a credit to his family, friends and his community.

    • @hallieshouse13
      @hallieshouse13 Год назад +5

      Because they are too busy dealing with the brain cell buzzing around their head

    • @callummcgregor4589
      @callummcgregor4589 Год назад +2

      Alfies a wee prick who knocked up my niece and ran off with the contents of her skip as she was getting her house done

    • @DonnyTheFackenDeala
      @DonnyTheFackenDeala Год назад +4

      @@callummcgregor4589 yeah I bet 🤣

  • @LostSoul-iq4gc
    @LostSoul-iq4gc Год назад +84

    Alfie is a legend I wish more young people were like this. He doesn’t care what he does as long as he’s doing an honest job & helping others. I hope he makes it big.

    • @bobclark6703
      @bobclark6703 5 месяцев назад +2

      Alfie reminds me of Del Boy from fools and horses, what a character, so unusual these days.

  • @EdiDrums
    @EdiDrums 3 месяца назад +20

    Documentary makers, take note!
    *_No cheeky marimba music!_*
    Beautiful sound. Natural pace.

  • @imrankhan-ob3es
    @imrankhan-ob3es Год назад +257

    This guy is a living definition of having honour and integrity instead of arrogance and ego, well done Alfie and you have loads of fans from the muslim community ❤️

    • @bellebelle7532
      @bellebelle7532 Год назад +11

      Awesome comment 🙏💜💚

    • @michaelhamilton8447
      @michaelhamilton8447 Год назад +4

      Love this comment

    • @qnst406
      @qnst406 11 месяцев назад

      Why can u as one guy Talk for the Muslim Community ? Trash Religion shit everywhere …..

    • @scottwelsh6847
      @scottwelsh6847 10 месяцев назад +2

      Wow!❤

  • @madeleine7411
    @madeleine7411 Год назад +328

    Alfie is a throw back to a time when people were self -starters and entrepreneurs, This guy has a lot going on and I see his future as a successful man. The community needs to acknowledge him and note his community oriented mindset.

    • @danielcostello4064
      @danielcostello4064 11 месяцев назад +1

      He’s went down another route think he’s on drugs now

    • @TomTom-dr5ww
      @TomTom-dr5ww 10 месяцев назад +1

      there more self starter etc now cause this internet bollux made it easy.

    • @Homosexualtransguy-rb9pt
      @Homosexualtransguy-rb9pt 10 месяцев назад +3

      More of the new generation could take a leaf out this lads book. Can well tell he's been raised correctly ❤️

    • @danielryan3061
      @danielryan3061 8 месяцев назад +3

      Loads of people are self starters and entrepreneurs now- myself included. What a dumb comment

    • @jacob171
      @jacob171 4 месяца назад +1

      @@danielcostello4064 doesnt look like it bro

  • @Toastrackman
    @Toastrackman 5 месяцев назад +41

    A proper decent lad, definitely born out of his time, wish there were more young people like Alfie about 👍

  • @colinfrancis7229
    @colinfrancis7229 8 месяцев назад +27

    What a poignant end to a wonderful Lancastrian documentary. "You come wi nowt and you go wi nowt" said Alfie, and then we learn Edna had passed, but at least she went with a well painted fence so it's not all bad.

  • @JamieOliver
    @JamieOliver Год назад +1552

    Alfie is a legend! Well done mate. x

    • @jamesclevett
      @jamesclevett Год назад +39

      need more people like him! world would be a much better place

    • @wr2526
      @wr2526 Год назад +19

      He’s such an incredible inspiration, I’ll be working more on myself to become a better human and a friendlier person. Alfie has changed the way I see things❤️

    • @TheRemulosEpsolonProgramme
      @TheRemulosEpsolonProgramme Год назад

      You can't cook.

    • @qz9720
      @qz9720 Год назад +8

      WE LOVE YOU JAMIE❤

    • @Jamal_Tyrone
      @Jamal_Tyrone Год назад +8

      @@qz9720 how do you know jamie?

  • @TrickyTreads
    @TrickyTreads Год назад +566

    The world needs more Alfie’s ❤

  • @heiltd1286
    @heiltd1286 10 месяцев назад +42

    This is f***ing brilliant. I never knew that such an awesome fly on the wall doc could be made these days. There's no constant stupid, inane muzak but proper songs at appropriate points like by George Formby and Hank Williams. Well done to those involved in making this film not least to the subject. It's hard to believe he's so wise and witty and still a teenager. An amazing lad basically.

  • @121pompey3
    @121pompey3 8 месяцев назад +29

    This guy is extraordinarily charismatic. The way he communicates with everyone around him will be his biggest asset in life. He is destined for a life in sales.

  • @clarekennedy6270
    @clarekennedy6270 Год назад +451

    His parents did a fine job raising this boy. They should be proud . What a inspiration to watch . I thought boys like this were a thing of the past . I love his spirit . Whilst he is poor in money. He is rich in spirit. And that's priceless . ❤ you go alfie !!!!

    • @seymourhundos7986
      @seymourhundos7986 Год назад

      You do realise this isn’t real😂

    • @THABONEZONE
      @THABONEZONE Год назад

      @@seymourhundos7986 it’s not real?

    • @THABONEZONE
      @THABONEZONE Год назад +3

      @@seymourhundos7986 he’s a real person no actor

    • @seymourhundos7986
      @seymourhundos7986 Год назад

      @@THABONEZONE yea I realised after watching other vids lol thought it was a skit

    • @chloeshaw3474
      @chloeshaw3474 Год назад

      @@seymourhundos7986 hes real 😊

  • @stewartgrieve4435
    @stewartgrieve4435 Год назад +156

    This young lad restores my faith in humanity. What a absolutely cracking lad

  • @karateana7593
    @karateana7593 10 месяцев назад +25

    What a great guy, with a great attitude, the world needs more people like you Alfie.

  • @Adrian890722
    @Adrian890722 7 месяцев назад +18

    lol, put this on because it was on my feed randomly, thoroughly enjoyed watching and what a top bloke Alfie is! total entrepreneur spirit.

  • @DSLRguide
    @DSLRguide Год назад +355

    Alfie's friendliness is something I've only ever seen in old movies, top-notch documentary

    • @lacossanostra
      @lacossanostra Год назад +24

      reminds me of fred dibnah

    • @dancarter482
      @dancarter482 Год назад

      @@lacossanostra EXACTLY! As soon as he started talking ... . ...

    • @grandadbrachi
      @grandadbrachi Год назад +7

      And Guy Marten

    • @DojuOG
      @DojuOG Год назад +3

      @@lacossanostra A Fred Dibnah at heart. A dying breed of man, Simple, Focused, Driven.

    • @christ3423
      @christ3423 Год назад +7

      that's North England for you..

  • @mirabiledictu3526
    @mirabiledictu3526 Год назад +216

    Protect Alfie at all costs. Glad to see people get behind him. Definitely shades of Fred Dibnah. I love his humility and the way he connects with people. Breaking fast with Abdul and painting Edna's fence were really touching moments. Nice one Alfie lad.
    RIP Edna

  • @KlungeMasterJay
    @KlungeMasterJay 2 месяца назад +12

    What an absolute legend this lad is.
    No questioning himself or his abilities, will take any task thrown at him.
    Not a lot of people like this nowadays and it shows the levels of laziness in society.
    Got diagnosed and didn’t let it define him and disagrees with the labelling of children.
    This man needs an award and he will go incredibly far with his intelligence!
    Carry on smashing it Alfie and inspiring those to make a living any which way they can with out feeling embarrassed 👍

  • @theunderrdogg4539
    @theunderrdogg4539 9 месяцев назад +16

    Nobody can knock this lads effort. You don’t get many young lads doing what he does anymore. Fair play to you Alfie mate keep on doing what makes you happy, that’s all that matters

  • @curtislovecraft2389
    @curtislovecraft2389 Год назад +161

    This lad is like what a lot of people used to be like in this country ..well done lad

  • @harryrussell6801
    @harryrussell6801 Год назад +184

    What a bloody guy , if everyone was like Alfie the world would be a better place ! I just hope life doesn’t bring him down 🙏🏼

    • @TheWebstaff
      @TheWebstaff Год назад +5

      Alfie's a character but if everyone was like Alfie we would be living in a very different world.
      But yes hopefully he keeps his love of life.

    • @tammyhall1008
      @tammyhall1008 2 месяца назад

      From the states here..what does Bloody Mean???

    • @harryrussell6801
      @harryrussell6801 2 месяца назад

      @@tammyhall1008 it’s just another word for “fucking” but less offensive lol

  • @randomegrumpyoldman3688
    @randomegrumpyoldman3688 Год назад +19

    We need more youngsters like you, what a breath of fresh air.

  • @gerrygallen5911
    @gerrygallen5911 3 месяца назад +6

    I've been watching Michael Palin travel docs. I rate Alfie up there with him. I hope we're going to see more of Alfie. He now has his own channel, 'Alfieoddjob'. He should have his own TV show - if he were given a team to film him and he continued as he's doing on his channel, I think that would work best. He is a genuine star.

  • @kay8668
    @kay8668 Год назад +111

    The local authority shouldnt stop him from doing work they should bloody pay the lad for what he does!! He is an absolute star!! His community are so lucky to have him!

    • @SunnyvaleTrailerParkSupervisor
      @SunnyvaleTrailerParkSupervisor Год назад +23

      Absolutely 💯 he does more for the local community than any council could ever do.
      The council are a joke

    • @kiradotee
      @kiradotee Год назад +2

      The council could hire him. 😂

  • @Danne313
    @Danne313 Год назад +71

    "not the brightest"? man you're brighter than most of us mate, you saw a need and filled it. Ambitious and good willing, keep at it boss🙏

  • @christopherrobinson5111
    @christopherrobinson5111 Год назад +17

    What a guy. Massive respect if more young blokes had the same mindset they’d be a lot happier… you keep going fella

  • @dieselbushcraft1299
    @dieselbushcraft1299 7 месяцев назад +17

    Alfie, I so hope that you are still around running your little business and spreading your happiness wherever you go. You are an amazing bloke and deserve every opportunity that comes your way.

  • @emilorlowski7278
    @emilorlowski7278 Год назад +121

    “Life is shit. But there’s someone always worse off than you”. That line the pure truth. He’s sound and down to earth.

  • @stuartfrance5284
    @stuartfrance5284 Год назад +176

    Lad did in one 50 min video more than most councils do in a year. Cleaning road signs, graffiti etc, all because it's a good thing to do. Not many like him sadly his age, but hope more follow suit.

    • @danielduke5059
      @danielduke5059 6 месяцев назад +5

      That's exactly what I thought buddy, and for free I have left a pretty long comment to say how councils would do it basically for the council to do the same job it would cost hundreds if not thousands to do the job bung Alfie a fiver and he will do it in 5 minutes, bureaucracy at its best mate councils waste so much money on making sure they don't get sued now it ridiculous, just take a pot hole years ago you would literally have 2 guys in a flatbed transit with a tar pot on the back and some asphalt or whatever to fill them In and just be basically out on patrol when they find one they just fix it job done! Now they wait for it to be reported then send an assessor out to determine the risk factor of said pot hole and the importance of fixing it they paint it a certain colour and fuck off, 3 months later and tonnes of paperwork and many more pot holes including the original one are now worse but now the team come out with traffic management and "fix" the pot hole with that new shit Pot Ash crap that has to be compacted down by the cars themselves 😂 then 6 weeks later its all gone and the pot hole remains plus all the office staff to manage this mess all get payed when years ago it was 2 guys in a van that fixed everything they see that needs fixing daily without being told where and what to do they just used their common sense and fixed it there and then saving a fortune, unfortunately this is the way it all works now and the councils are going bankrupt all over and they wonder why, if it ain't broke don't fix it comes to mind well it is broken and they don't know how to fix it without spending even more wasted public money!

    • @anthonytsapralis9393
      @anthonytsapralis9393 4 месяца назад +2

      If you want to come to the US you can stay at my house and we have enough work for you for 20 years. God Bless you. You give us a glimmer of hope in a screwed up world.

    • @user-es1gz5gf8t
      @user-es1gz5gf8t 4 месяца назад

      Underrated comment. How nice of you!

    • @Dangermoose-rv6bb
      @Dangermoose-rv6bb 4 месяца назад +1

      @@danielduke5059 They wonder why? Councils have had their budgets slashed in the last decade. Every penny is accounted for and there aint enough pennies to mend all your potholes etc

    • @AI-Records24
      @AI-Records24 4 месяца назад +1

      @@Dangermoose-rv6bbyes when funds are mismanaged and siphoned off at every opportunity that’ll happen!

  • @Johno_Crypto
    @Johno_Crypto 5 месяцев назад +5

    Someone help this dude out he is the pilar of his community doing jobs for free what an absolute good role model and inspiration to young lads he is, my young lad 12yrs of age told me about Alfie he loves him and now so do I this guy really deserves a lucky break 🙏 what lovely young man so polite and courteous to everyone he meets and funny too. You put a smile on my face i really enjoyed this thank you...

  • @MikeDelanchy-wl2yg
    @MikeDelanchy-wl2yg 9 месяцев назад +2

    This is honestly one of the most heart warming thing I’ve ever seen. What a fantastic young man you are.. the world would be a better place if everyone was a little bit like you lad

  • @gareth6861
    @gareth6861 Год назад +110

    This needs to be at Tribecca or Cannes Film Festival. And Alfies gonna smash it in whatever he does, a RUclips career probably a good place to start!

    • @Silkytoaster
      @Silkytoaster Год назад +11

      You have a point there - this should be submitted to one of the film festivals

    • @pingwingz
      @pingwingz Год назад +6

      I absolutely couldn't agree more! Definitely should be submitted.

    • @kiradotee
      @kiradotee Год назад +1

      I agree with everyone above. This is 💯 film festival worthy. Everyone needs to see this.

  • @KB-eu5xi
    @KB-eu5xi Год назад +91

    This should be a series. Travel the country doing weird and random odd jobs for people. People pay for the personality. What a legend. Got at least one fan in Australia Alfie boy ❤

    • @TheWebstaff
      @TheWebstaff Год назад +7

      Now that's an idea to give Alfie something to do and focus on.
      🤞

    • @user-bc3zs2wn5z
      @user-bc3zs2wn5z Год назад +2

      Why would he do that when he loves where he’s from?

    • @splinterbyrd
      @splinterbyrd Год назад +3

      Be careful what you wish for. When media pick up people like Alfie, who is clearly vulnerable, it can end up destroying them.
      Hope his family are protecting him enough

  • @tatiaziz9190
    @tatiaziz9190 10 месяцев назад +22

    Well made documentary. Was this channel made to help Alfie financially? If so, great effort!
    There are very few young people like Alfie these days. And his kindness and empathy is amazing! Well done Alfie's parents! I pray you will be super successful and continue to be generous and kind, Alfie. The higher you go, the more you give back and I promise you, your blessings will continue pouring in in abundance. All the best & take care!

  • @jamessmith8237
    @jamessmith8237 6 месяцев назад

    What a lad you are Alfie…. Im a lot older than you, but I can honestly say watching you has not only helped me pull my own finger out my arse but I’ve learned so much from your spirit and kindness. Thanks pal … you are a inspiration. All the love to you and your family ❤

  • @hapijen4828
    @hapijen4828 Год назад +152

    He's doing more for the community than the local council & has amazing communication skills & can turn his hand to anything -
    nobody can accuse this lad of being work shy.
    So funny when the dogs took him for a walk 🤣
    So impressed with his spiritual fasting experience. 🙏🏽🕯👏

    • @TheChampIsHere_
      @TheChampIsHere_ Год назад

      Of course some parasite from the council who sits round all day doing fuck all has a problem with him

  • @stevebyrom5974
    @stevebyrom5974 Год назад +264

    What a smashing kid Alfie is, he’s a credit to himself and his family.
    The world could do with more like him

    • @rayannechelsea9070
      @rayannechelsea9070 Год назад

      @@robovac3557 What the fuck are you on for that to be your take??? Are you an owner of one of the bins?

  • @sadiehartley5914
    @sadiehartley5914 8 месяцев назад +7

    What a legend. We need a series of Alfie or another documentary

  • @gadgettv8928
    @gadgettv8928 11 месяцев назад

    It's been a long time coming to find a real documentary to watch. Alfie is a living legend. A hero for todays youths but who will remember him?. I will. Hats off good friend. I wish I meet you one day and help you with your journey

  • @gazoakleychef
    @gazoakleychef Год назад +366

    GOD BLESS THIS YOUNG KING

    • @ORDWIFEY
      @ORDWIFEY Год назад +3

      Give him a job!!

    • @ORDWIFEY
      @ORDWIFEY Год назад +5

      He could do Vegan delivery 😇

    • @stephenstead7270
      @stephenstead7270 3 месяца назад

      He end up on dragon den he a trier in life mate

  • @stateofmind91
    @stateofmind91 Год назад +124

    People like Alfie restore my faith in humanity.
    Top job lad!

  • @catlady92
    @catlady92 Год назад +3

    I absolutely love him! We need more of Alfie all over the place!

  • @tea1306
    @tea1306 9 месяцев назад +6

    I absolutely fell in love with Alfie. Always polite and friendly. Pls somebody give him a chance for him to do what he loves (whatever that might be). I wish him all the best and hope, that ppl cherish and respect him

  • @garymiller1216
    @garymiller1216 Год назад +63

    so not only does he provide a cheap service, he cheers people up whilst giving people a human contact like a good neighbour and friend, this is what every neighbourhood needs. good on you for trying to make a living from such a basic need, we need more like you

  • @deborahevans1452
    @deborahevans1452 Год назад +198

    Haven’t laughed so much for a long time this needs to be a series on c4 it would be a great success ,what a lovely young man Alfie is

    • @anoodono1841
      @anoodono1841 Год назад +5

      Same here -needed a good laugh so much -Thanks Alfie

    • @mrtwostrike
      @mrtwostrike Год назад +2

      You should watch ‘That Peter K Thing: Episode 5, Leonard’

    • @elitetilinguk3757
      @elitetilinguk3757 Год назад

      @@mrtwostrike oh god 😂😂

    • @elitetilinguk3757
      @elitetilinguk3757 Год назад +1

      @@mrtwostrike I’ve never heard anyone else mention that dvd.

    • @jamesjameson4566
      @jamesjameson4566 Год назад

      He's not black or Asian, he's got no chance

  • @ianstyles9759
    @ianstyles9759 7 месяцев назад +2

    All I have to say is he is the salt of the earth what a breath of fresh air,,, I hope his council see all his good work and how his home town means so much to him....

  • @shell_gone_awol
    @shell_gone_awol 2 месяца назад

    What an inspiration & such a kind hearted soul. The world needs more Alfie's.

  • @dodoltaladodol2412
    @dodoltaladodol2412 Год назад +52

    This guy is so fun to watch. He should have his own show

  • @ghunterh9827
    @ghunterh9827 Год назад +50

    How has nobody snapped this lad up for work! Absolutely outstanding youngman

    • @thomashard1655
      @thomashard1655 Год назад +2

      Seems he is the "independent" worker by preference.

    • @napsugarlotto9810
      @napsugarlotto9810 Год назад +1

      He just saying in the video, he can't keep up with bosses so he's self employed

    • @TheWebstaff
      @TheWebstaff Год назад +2

      If Alfie's ADHD is I suspect, then it means he struggles to keep focused on a task so he flits between things.
      This makes it difficult for an employer when you need someone reliable.
      You can see this with how many different things he's tried.
      And the medication to help with this changes your personality as it's basically speed.
      Alfie though seems to have found his vocation in community assistance.
      Hopefully he can focus that and make it a life long living / success around it.
      If you can harness the wild energy ADHD can be something very impressive.

  • @badgersalesman5595
    @badgersalesman5595 6 месяцев назад +5

    I have not laughed or had so much admiration for someone in a long time ❤❤ what an amazing young man.

  • @GeorgeKouloumbis
    @GeorgeKouloumbis 3 месяца назад +2

    I’m glad I’ve met you Alfie. You deserve all the praise lad.
    Don’t give up on yourself

  • @lotuseater7247
    @lotuseater7247 Год назад +157

    That’s one of the best documentaries I’ve seen; British Realism at its finest. I like that the film maker doesn’t try to dominate too much, although there are narratives imposed (like Alfie always doing the jobs wrong or encountering problems) but it really brought me in to his world. I really hope Alfie keeps on trucking, and doesn’t work his body too much into the ground. He’s really smart, and takes responsibility for himself which is far more than our shit politicians do. In some ways Alfie is freer than most people. But you still need bread on the table to keep going. It seems like the people in the area are quite supportive though.

    • @dianematthew8202
      @dianematthew8202 Год назад +5

      Alfie is such a likeable person in that he is willing and makes work a priority, a very good example to youths who does not want to work, he leaves a very good impression from the upbringing of his parents.

    • @lotuseater7247
      @lotuseater7247 Год назад +2

      @@dianematthew8202 He does. Although he also shows how the entrepeneurial propaganda that was pumped out by our gov for the past 3 decades doesn't always pay off for those that didn't get the best circumstances. Where is the support?

    • @SuperRickyjenkins
      @SuperRickyjenkins Год назад +9

      @@lotuseater7247 Your right JH he puts our politicians to shame and zero support for our own.I work in Clitheroe and am gonna meet Alfie and try and set something up for him.What a great kid.

    • @lotuseater7247
      @lotuseater7247 Год назад +3

      @@SuperRickyjenkins wow that’s good 👍🏻

    • @awda1st94
      @awda1st94 Год назад +1

      @@SuperRickyjenkins good idea mate

  • @muaykaliente4386
    @muaykaliente4386 Год назад +118

    Get this guy an MBE for services to the public. What a guy. Respect to the direction and editing this was quality 👏

    • @mandydandy3738
      @mandydandy3738 Год назад

      When you get paid for hauling away rubbish, it's commercial waste that needs to be paid for at the tip, or anyone could set up with a big car and do the same. & declare taxes & on that bike is unsafe loads

    • @explosivesimon
      @explosivesimon Год назад +2

      @@mandydandy3738 😂😂😂

    • @therealrantroom
      @therealrantroom Год назад

      @@mandydandy3738 I believe they mean for cleaning graffiti, cutting trees and cleaning signs free for the council/community

  • @SAVAGE.paradise
    @SAVAGE.paradise Год назад +1

    Aw Alfie you’re wicked! Not even 5 min in and I already love you! You’ve touched my heart! Well proud of you 👏🏻 xxx

  • @Steve-so2jm
    @Steve-so2jm 2 месяца назад +1

    Alfie, I wish you all the success in the world. You're an absolute grafter. I run my own business,hard to start up, but once you build up a customer base, you're be flying. Well done,keep positive & you will be rewarded.

  • @safehavencarequality1516
    @safehavencarequality1516 Год назад +75

    The old lady while painting the fence was a blessing of patience. Stayed outside and was just helping him do a better job lol

    • @Londonfogey
      @Londonfogey Год назад +11

      The look of confusion on her face when Alfie said he was 'fasting' so he couldn't drink lemonade was priceless!

    • @DenzelLN936
      @DenzelLN936 5 месяцев назад +4

      I don’t think she was that impressed tbh!

    • @grantmail4112
      @grantmail4112 5 месяцев назад +8

      She was a lovely lady trying to help him out...she obviously loved her garden and was trying to make it look really nice... I think she was worried about all the paint being spilled over her garden and pathway lol... RIP Edna... she reminds me so much of my own mum.. she loves her garden as well.

    • @THEE4DARKESTCORNERZ23
      @THEE4DARKESTCORNERZ23 3 месяца назад

      ​@@DenzelLN936 hey cmon a little more compassion there mate.
      I'm 51 and suffer from adhd.
      The concentration is like double the amount what some others do.
      Our brains work at very hi speeds with no brakes or gears.
      O to 60 in milliseconds.
      It's knackering.
      I don't sleep well in 8 hours. 2 of which is eventually such a deep sleep that you wake up totally knackered!
      Then the next day begins.
      But what I do love about us folks is that we really can think outside the box, triangle, rhombus and see more efficient ways of solving problems.
      This is medically a recognised disability.
      Whether you want the label or not. It's better for everyone to understand each other and help progress fir the common good.
      Now I'm not a key board warrior so I'm not angry at what you said.
      It's just publicy other people might be given misinformation which isn't healthy.
      Have a great weekend❤
      ...

    • @pisstakecentral
      @pisstakecentral 3 месяца назад

      ​@@THEE4DARKESTCORNERZ23the passive aggressiveness oozes

  • @russ8750
    @russ8750 Год назад +98

    If my son turns out half the lad you are Alfie then I will be the proudest man alive, your a total inspiration for the youth of today. Keep doing you lad because your only going to grow grow grow, and in time when you can and you have a small van your business will pick right up. Good luck kid and I hope your local community continue to support you 👍🏼👏🏼

    • @tonybilco1317
      @tonybilco1317 Год назад +1

    • @NathanMatthews.
      @NathanMatthews. Год назад +1

      Probably been a long time since you was young lol. Alfie's great but not a inspiration at all.

    • @russ8750
      @russ8750 Год назад +8

      @@NathanMatthews. yep a very long time, but he’s doing what my age use to do, youth of today are fixated on gaming and social media, but Alfie’s out there trying his best and thinking outside the box. Yeah 100% he needs fine tuning but he’s got the foundation. Most that work his age can’t go in unless their phones are glued to them and try and get an honest day out of most is like asking the sea to part

    • @jeipin3401
      @jeipin3401 Год назад +8

      @@NathanMatthews. he's super inspiring and If he's happy doing it then he's doing better than 90% of us

    • @bigblackz
      @bigblackz Год назад

      @@NathanMatthews. Not everyone is born with a silver spoon like you posh boy

  • @MrFrankGallagher
    @MrFrankGallagher 7 месяцев назад +1

    You are a rare decent bloke who would help anyone . That is a rare find in the upcoming generations . You keep doing what your doing . I would be so proud to have a Son like you .

  • @JustMe-xc9pp
    @JustMe-xc9pp 4 месяца назад +1

    Alfie......your #1 fan from America! I can't tell you how much I admire and appreciate you! More people need to follow your lead. Such a genuine and admirable mate. Well done, Alfie!! ♥️

  • @patrickmeehan2841
    @patrickmeehan2841 Год назад +66

    Nothing but respect for this young man. We need more just like him.

  • @mrrilespiles
    @mrrilespiles Год назад +203

    What a genuinely nice guy this kid is. Hand on heart, I've never wanted anybody to achieve more than what this kid deserves. Hopefully, soon, he'll get his just rewards. Keep going, Alfie.

    • @reubenwoodley96
      @reubenwoodley96 Год назад +4

      #Alfie Odd Job
      Does Alfie have ago-fund-me page, or a Patrion. More important, does the camera man and the editor's, etc.

  • @HandyWelsh
    @HandyWelsh 4 месяца назад

    I’ve been in my own various businesses since I was 14 I’m 53 now and reasonably successful. It’s ridiculous how much this moved feelings in me and reminded me of the ups and downs of trying to get on. Well done mate. Hope you are still grinding away

  • @grahamcross6501
    @grahamcross6501 8 месяцев назад +1

    What a GOOD LAD. The world needs more like you.

  • @jamjam1821
    @jamjam1821 Год назад +22

    A modern day Fred Dibnah, salt of the earth. Everybody’s friend, polite, hard working, takes everyday as it comes. Finally, a REAL person getting some exposure. Keep it up pal 👍

    • @delboy6364
      @delboy6364 Год назад +1

      Can see him with a battered range rover with wheelie bins hanging off it in a year's time😬😂 definitely got the dibnah about him in many ways!

    • @daneke937
      @daneke937 Год назад

      He reminded me of Fred Donna has well

  • @Haxoriax
    @Haxoriax Год назад +202

    44:54 Absolutely amazing comedic editing. The framing of the shot and the two poor dogs being torn away is pure gold.

    • @PrevalentAA
      @PrevalentAA Год назад +9

      Absolutely hilarious =)))

    • @Sicaoisdead
      @Sicaoisdead Год назад +9

      One of them was just trying to go for a peaceful wee too.

    • @niekpriest8046
      @niekpriest8046 Год назад +5

      I've laughed way harder then i should when i saw this 🤣

    • @carolynmurphy3697
      @carolynmurphy3697 Год назад +6

      Yes so funny, looked like something out of a comedy sketch

    • @oscillatewildly6553
      @oscillatewildly6553 Год назад +5

      I loved it when the brown lab took a shit and he said alright eat it up!!!

  • @joannespencer4616
    @joannespencer4616 2 месяца назад

    What an absolutely amazing lad you are Alfie.
    You have an amazing work ethic and pride in yourself along with a huge amount of respect for everyone around you.
    If the world was full of more people like you it would certainly be a better place and not at all boring!
    Keep doing what you are doing, you’re an inspiration not only to the older generation but to the younger ones as well!

  • @stephenguppy7882
    @stephenguppy7882 3 месяца назад +3

    Alfie. You are THE BUSINESS. Not afraid of hard work and always willing to help. Bless you mate.👍

  • @Tismesue
    @Tismesue Год назад +46

    45:05 Can't stop rewinding this bit! It's hilarious! 😂😂😂
    It's the 2 dogs at the end that gets me!

    • @davidthomas-tb1fl
      @davidthomas-tb1fl Год назад

      same here dissappeared with a puff did'nt have a clue what was happening pisser

    • @kay8668
      @kay8668 Год назад +2

      That bit had me and my partner proper belly laughing too!😂

    • @dianehanna8081
      @dianehanna8081 Год назад

      My daughter and I watched this together. Smiles all round. Just a wee love❤

    • @pardesibinda
      @pardesibinda 6 месяцев назад

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @c.x6212
    @c.x6212 Год назад +183

    What a lad, polite, down to earth!! An absolute credit to his family!! I wish him all the best and hope he has a great future ahead of him

    • @splinterbyrd
      @splinterbyrd Год назад +2

      He's already in his great future

    • @MW92.
      @MW92. Год назад +3

      Alfie = top LAD proper clobber

    • @foreverred105
      @foreverred105 Год назад

      @@MW92. Simon Jordan

  • @jalalazizi1069
    @jalalazizi1069 2 месяца назад +2

    Alfie is an absolute legend! We need more people like him in this world.

  • @kevindonnelly9811
    @kevindonnelly9811 11 месяцев назад

    What a legend. Every town needs an Alfie!

  • @MinotaurvsCyclops
    @MinotaurvsCyclops Год назад +37

    After seeing Alfie with Edna, the seniors must love him. He actually spends time to talk to them and cares.

  • @BdManus
    @BdManus Год назад +85

    If more people were like Alfie, the world would truly be a better place.

    • @Xxd_unit_007xX
      @Xxd_unit_007xX Год назад +3

      if everyone was knocking on each others doors all the time looking for work and nearly causing accidents with ridiculously long bikes... the world would truly not be a better place.

    • @hamhotpocket3788
      @hamhotpocket3788 Год назад

      @@Xxd_unit_007xX India mate. Those crazy folks don't know nothing of road discipline, they seem to do alright lol.

    • @Xxd_unit_007xX
      @Xxd_unit_007xX Год назад +1

      @Kris Horner its a tandem push iron with a goddamn metal ladder strapped to it and another set of wheels 🤣

    • @MrINSOMNIA24
      @MrINSOMNIA24 Год назад +4

      @@Xxd_unit_007xX What does the DH stand for in your name ? Could it possibly be " Dick Head"

    • @danielkerr4100
      @danielkerr4100 Год назад

      @@hamhotpocket3788right.. expect they have the most dangerous roads in the world and thousands die every year because of it

  • @madgemula4938
    @madgemula4938 3 месяца назад +6

    Alfie needs his own show. ❤

  • @connorspies
    @connorspies 4 месяца назад

    Wow, this was one of the greatest short films I’ve ever seen, and I’ve seen thousands! Outstanding.
    The subject matter, the storytelling, both absolutely perfect.
    A true work of art.
    When Alfie is the Prime Minister of Britain some day, I won’t be surprised.

  • @michaelfrancis7072
    @michaelfrancis7072 Год назад +71

    This young lad deserves all the success in the world. Keep doing what you're doing lad, your time will come.

  • @Zeeeeeeeex
    @Zeeeeeeeex Год назад +104

    Shout out to the parental figures! If I have children I would be so proud to have a son or daughter with his outlook. Mad repect❤

    • @michaelroberts7374
      @michaelroberts7374 Год назад +3

      He was brought up right that's for sure!

    • @themacattack6312
      @themacattack6312 Год назад

      He's an actor 🤣🤣

    • @MONGOBOY
      @MONGOBOY Год назад

      @@themacattack6312 no he’s not? Dunno why people have to chat shit??? Weirdos

    • @themacattack6312
      @themacattack6312 Год назад +1

      @@MONGOBOY it looks so scripted , if he is genuine & actually like that , he's one of a kind , I adore him , but it's like it's just too good to be true 🤣 one of those

    • @MONGOBOY
      @MONGOBOY Год назад +6

      @@themacattack6312 he’s well known in his area and the bbc have made a documentary about him he’s also been in his local news paper and also not to mention this whole documentary it sounds like a whole load of effort just to fool people he’s a nice lad… ❌🧠

  • @MxAutoStyling
    @MxAutoStyling 8 месяцев назад +5

    Your community is lucky to have you bud, what a legend !

  • @ryananasmokleb9494
    @ryananasmokleb9494 7 месяцев назад +20

    fantastic mate! love your philosophy about not worrying. people can get so serieus these days cheers from across the pond 🇳🇱

  • @finishedat4018
    @finishedat4018 Год назад +162

    It’s a strange feeling at the end of this. I would love to think that someone has offered Alfie a job by now BUT I would also like to see this as a series. The gentleman that made this documentary has gold on his hands right here. I just hope he knows that. Good luck Alfie I really hope we get to see more of you young man.

    • @KingBlueSlimss
      @KingBlueSlimss Год назад +18

      Some lads from another RUclips channel donated a Citroen van to him. "alfie van" will find you the video on here

    • @finishedat4018
      @finishedat4018 Год назад +4

      @@KingBlueSlimss I watched it last night. That was nice weren’t it. Thanks mate.

    • @theneck5157
      @theneck5157 Год назад +3

      Is there a video with him getting the van ??

    • @finishedat4018
      @finishedat4018 Год назад

      @@theneck5157 yes there is mate.

    • @thedappercook
      @thedappercook Год назад +8

      I hope he doesn't get a job. Working for oneself is much more secure and appeasing. He will also make ALOT more money working for himself.

  • @Man19893
    @Man19893 Год назад +78

    We need to protect this lad at all costs 👏 💯

    • @North49191
      @North49191 Год назад +2

      protect him from what?

    • @andrewdaley5480
      @andrewdaley5480 Год назад +22

      @@North49191 the council. 🇬🇧 👍

    • @MyScotty7
      @MyScotty7 Год назад +6

      Absolutely he needs a weekly sketch because watching this made me cry with enjoyment!

    • @simmy3076
      @simmy3076 Год назад +5

      ​@@North49191 From muppets making his life a misery.

    • @AwakenedAvocado
      @AwakenedAvocado Год назад +2

      The government

  • @henryscott-jones4669
    @henryscott-jones4669 Месяц назад

    Absolute class. Hat’s off to the whole production team as this has been so well made. And Alfie, you’re a grafter with an amazing heart and kind to everyone you come across. Keep up the amazing work as you’re inspiring people.

  • @amyvorns1
    @amyvorns1 3 месяца назад

    Bless you Alfie!! The world needs more humans like u ❤ watched in New Zealand 🖤

  • @KarenTookTheKids364
    @KarenTookTheKids364 Год назад +42

    This is great. Reminds me of Fred Dibnah's show years back. Same work ethic. The world needs more people like this. Well done Alfie 👍

  • @mra.p6209
    @mra.p6209 Год назад +120

    I’m really lost for words, what a guy! I never laughed so much watching a RUclips video. If every 18 y/o had half the attitude Alfie had then then what a world we would live in. Please please please do a part 2! 👏👏👏👏

    • @alfieoddjob
      @alfieoddjob  Год назад +28

      That means a lot thank you 👍

    • @glennpittman2253
      @glennpittman2253 Год назад

      Seems a great lad but wot happens wen he turns round 1 day at 40 ends hes still doing same thing then wot

    • @DontJudge-sv3eq
      @DontJudge-sv3eq Год назад +4

      @@alfieoddjob what u doing now pal . Hope ur doing good all the best for 2023 👍

    • @johnwick3174
      @johnwick3174 Год назад +9

      Glen I guarantee he has a lot more money than you do

    • @simmy3076
      @simmy3076 Год назад +9

      ​@@glennpittman2253 As long as he's happy it doesn't matter. What do you think he should be doing at 40?

  • @Len714
    @Len714 2 месяца назад

    This lad is such a hard working genuine person. Will teach this younger generation so much. Wish you all the best Alfie, you can achieve whatever you want in life with your attitude 💪

  • @SSMinds
    @SSMinds 8 месяцев назад +1

    Special human being you are. This is also just such a feel good video. Superb storytelling. Thoroughly enjoyed watching this!