Back in May of '93 there were tours of the castle...there was a clear plastic partition where you could look into St. George's Hall...it was utter devastation. So glad to see it looking so beautiful.
Absolutely very worthwhile. Well done Andrew for saving so much, well done Phillip and Charles for making key decisions on the rebuild . And very well done for all those who donated to the rebuild of a major institution
God Bless the craftsmen that kept and are keeping ancient skills, secret tricks, ancient knowledge and traditions alive. I hope young people, will be inspired by this, as to become the restoration experts of the future. With so much destruction, to put back what was destroyed is a splendid badge of honor.
I was honored to walk the corridors of Windsor Castle this past July, and had to pinch myself to remind me that I was able to see the restored section that was tragically burned many years ago. How fortunate it was that many people worked together to salvage as much as they could. There is a marker in the spot where the fire started...it's a very emotional reminder to say the least.
Superb documentary that makes me Proud to be English - The fact that the Royals themselves paid for this means no nasty comments about the cost! - More than this though it was the sheer dedication and inspiration of all those involved that makes me so proud - I love the fact that in Britain we still have such amazing people who still have the 'old' crafts - Most have been a 'dying' art - however this also showed younger people what importance these crafts have and many have gone to learn from the 'Masters' of these trades .... therefore ensuring that the crafts and disciplines do not die out -
Indeed. Prince Phillip's input especially. Effectively saying 'look this bureaucracy is getting sod all done, so here's my idea' Yes the royal family have issues. But... this... yes, agreeing with you on this :) I especially liked his idea of dividing the castle up into blocks ... allowing the modern input
@@pjmbidge632000 i thought that myself. plus they "changed" something at buckingham palace, to do with the tours( in the doco) to get more money aswell
@@pjmbidge632000 The Royal Family did pay for the restoration from their own pockets. They used multiple sources to fund the restoration. Everything from sending some of the items salvaged from the fire. On a world wide tour to opening up Buckingham Palace for tours. They also used funds generated from income from their personal properties. As for complaining about the tax payers funding the Royal Family. They bring on average into the UK annually. 5 times the amount of money in the way of tourism alone (Appart from 2020, when everywhere shut down because of Covid.) than is actually spent on them. People don't visit the UK for the food, it's wine or high fashion. & the certainly do Not visit the UK for its weather! They visit it for its History & the Pomp & Splendour. That is attached to it through the Royal Family. In this alone the Royal Family more than pays for its up keep.
I'm absolutely amazed and really rather proud that we have the expertise to complete a restoration such as this.So many young people learning from the master craftsmen and women.It's great that we still have these skills.I hope their efforts have been documented somewhere within those walls.So many times I've wondered who actually made the structure/carved that staircase/chiselled the piece of stone -and nobody could tell me.We should acknowledge our artisans,not just the people who paid for the work.
Excellent documentary. I love the fact that skilled workers were appreciated. I’m glad to see that England appreciates Windsor Castle. It’s a treasure to be preserved.
what a wonderful documentary, amazing to see what can be achieved when all parties work together collectively on a united front, Britain strongest accolade, fantastic to see true artisans from the all corners of the land, I very much hope younger apprentices had an opportunity to experience these great works. Windsor Castle is of course of great national importance, how fantastic it was to see its restoration following the fire was by the skills and determination of its people
Thank you for this documentary. I have worried for years wondering if anything was saved from the fire. Thankfully a lot was saved and much has been restored.
Very good job. Seeing this gives me hope that Notre dame also might recieve this kind of restoration. With skilled craftsmen and attention to the important details.
I heard that some of the specialist stonemasons. Who worked on the restoration of Windsor Castle. Have volunteered their services to help restore Notre Dame.
This so interesting! I'm from Texas and I must have missed this when it made news. So thankful that all the History was saved! Such great work by everybody, including the Royal Family.
Much credit to the public and military for saving 99% of the interior furnishings, art, and artifacts. The loss of such would have doubled the restoration costs. A rug alone would have been well over a hundred thousand pounds. The massive rugs are all made by hand from the finest silk and wool. Just one of my rugs, made for my library, took over a year to make at a cost of thirty eight thousand pounds. And it is not nearly as large as those in Windsor. The loss of irreplaceable art and artifacts would have been far more devastating than the structural damage. As would have been the case of losing the one of a kind, antique, and historical furnishings. The restoration and newly redesigned work done in the traditional manner is simply superb. Every last detailer was crafted with the utmost pride and respect. Such craftsmanship is slowly disappearing in todays world of tear it down and rebuild new the quickest and cheapest way possible. Plastics and foiled foam is used in place of proper wood or plaster adornments, mouldings, and trim. If such a fire was to happen in 30 or 40 years from now, there may not be any master craftsman to restore the castle properly. All pieces will be printed and glued into place. We are on the cusp of losing craftsmanship of this kind to technology, cheaper methods, and inferior replacements. This is not to say technology and plastic does not have it's usefulness. Ineed they do help improve in certain areas where needed. However, our homes and business must be healthy environments. Too many chemicals and voc are creating generations of sick and cancer ridden people. Even family pets are seeing a rise in cancer and other diseases associated with toxins in their living spaces. We must reduce the amount of synthetics in our living spaces. Ok, ok, back to the castle. Bravo to all who saved, restored, and renewed this mighty symbol of English history and heritage. Cheers!
@@handsoffmycactus2958 Sharing my experience to provide an idea of the costs to replace one of the many handmade rugs is not being "a show off". I simply shared the figure for one rug. Had I shared the value of my properties and their contents, vehicles, works of art, yacht, jewelry, investments, etc., etc.,.... I would be no better than the nouveau riche disgracing themselves in front of the paparazzi, drooling at the prospect of making page six or trending online. Worse yet, no better than Trump. A sad pathetic excuse of a man.the. So, yes, you are gloriously correct. Nobody likes a show off. Unless, of course, you are just as envious as the others consuming the smut feed to the insatiable public by the tabloids. The tabloids would not be a multibillion pound industry without the public and those selling themselves in order to keep the frenzy alive. Show offs do play a vital role in consumerism and the economy. We are all guilty of showing off in one way or another. From the shoes we wear to the largest giga yacht, being assembled as I type this, is all part of the same show off game. How one shows off is what defines them. This is the primary reason why most who come from the old wealth do not mix with the newly wealthy. They lack class, dignity, and compassion with their garish displays without regard for those with little to nothing to their name. Its disgusting. Many of the world's wealthiest families do not attract attention to themselves for this reason. Many of the new wealthy make a huge display of the charitable giving. A grotesque way to show off. That said, it doesn't matter to the recipients of those much needed funds. As you get dressed remember you're unconsciously showing off with the clothes on your person: your ewelry and/or watch. The vehicle one owns is a status symbol. We show off our status by buying the best we can afford. To a point there is nothing wrong with this. We all strive to do the best we can in this one and only life. Doing so while helping others is what allows one to enjoy the fruits of their labor all the more. Cheers!
thank you so much for uploading this video. I had never seen this one before. Much respect to all those that worked on saving the castle, as well as the marvelous restoration.
Goosebumps - I got goosebumps because of these geniuses who have restored and rebuild this amazing, fascinating and gorgeous Windsor Castle! My highest level of respect for these people who have done it that we all can see it in this glory and beauty! Lovely greetings from Sarah and have a great day and enjoy your time and stay safe out there and take care of you all together 🙋💖👍👑😍
What a horrifying event! Seeing it go up in flames struck me to my core. The history revealed by the fire is fascinating however. Nobody would ever have had a chance to see these things otherwise. In an aside...I have always liked Prince Charles...my impression has been that he's a pretty genuine and kind man.
Thank you so, so much for the upload! I love this documentary. Think I've seen just about all on the Royal family, as well as, British documentaries. Thank you again, and happy posting! 🙂
It’s amazing they got it done as fast as they did and esp within cost- one would think it would have been significantly more. What a gem for the royal family to enjoy at their disposal.
I was just Speechless to watch Windsor Castle was a Towering Inferno with huge billowing smoke and blazing fires coming out its windows and roofs.How devastating without mercy. However I am glad that many people came to the rescue including HRH Prince Charles and Prince Andrew contributed to the rescue and restoration of the majestic heritage in good time.All craftsmen and artisans of the land, military and gov officials worked real hard to reorganise the full intricate restoration unbelievable. Glad Her Majesty The Queen was able to use Windsor castle for her Diamond Jubilee Celebration. May God preserve Windsor Castle till the end of time to preservere centuries old English artistry and its mammoth major interior heritage which are costly indeed.
PJ Campbell I totally agree with you on that and I’ll add that of all of the Her Majesty’s sons The Duke Of York is definitely the most likable and thus is my favorite.
I am shocked at some of the comments! ! No building that is a part of history should burn and not be restored if possible. I don't care who owns it. I am truly sorry for some of these comments from America. Please believe we are not all so unfeeling.
@@michaelmartin9022 I wish my friend for nothing else I miss sitting in a caffee back in the day and having a smoke with my breakfast. Most of all it will be great to have an opinion again without being told your either a racist or a bigot. May this country be great once again.
Paolo Cabling She was. This is a special place for her, and the fire saddened her terribly. Seeing it all back so well, restored with so much skill and dedication touched her deeply. She was deeply grateful to the fire service and the restorers.
@@missylowe2181 The Queen is effectively surrounded by 'commoners' - her staff are all 'working' people. You're more likely to come across arrogance and pomposity among show-biz 'celebs' than you'll find from any member of the Royal Family.
I would love to see Windsor Castle! It's the only place that really interests me and is most like a Castle of all the Queen's Homes! I think it's because of St.George and the Garter Knights and the idea of Chivalry!
It's beyond magical to have the opportunity to walk the floors of the castle and appreciate the history that occurred there over a thousand years since being built. As an American whose ancestors fought in the American Revolutionary War back in 1777, I was SO honored that we still have a strong connection and appreciation to our early British history.
You will love it. I have walked through it. St George's Hall is truly breathtaking. Walking in St George's Chapel is awesome, I stood near the tomb of King Henry VIII. Wow!
I thought this video was in 2018,but it was posted in 2018.Windsor is such an underrated place,it’s very beautiful place,with Alexander Gardens that holds an ice skating rink for Christmas and many more.
Windsor is one of the most beautiful towns in England. I loved visiting it and staying there. The people were nice, and the town is just a pure delight to visit.
No they don't. I'm originally from Windsor and was educated in Windsor. I was eight years old that year. Me and my family lived only a few streets away. I remember this very well.
I am not English but American....but any this or any one who destroyes historical treasures is heart breaking....we see disstrutiono any damaging as a sigh before I’d a sign to any government
Yes, the fire regulations were upgraded, and the newest fire safety features and fail safes were installed and are upgraded and inspected every year and fire safety regulations.
She appreciates that she is the custodian of history, and not just the private owner. Too, too many people who live in historic places don't seem to get that.
I am amazed how people came and risked there lives to remove paintings and other priceless items. and now they aren't even allowed near it unless they pay!
Walnut Tree Homestead Exactly. I don't mind betting that if it was never opened there would be complaints about not having access to our heritage. Yes it costs money to go in, as does any stately home. Just because it is a Royal residence doesn't mean it is free to run. Your comment was excellent
No it wasn't, which made me very angry! The (Conservative) Government insisted they didn't have the money despite paying no insurance premiums on Government buildings. They forced Buckingham Palace to open to the public and the charges to go to fund the £36.5 million restoration cost. This was a bargain price considering what was involved and the work will last several centuries. Eight years later the (Labour) Government spent £789 million (21 times the cost) on the Millennium Dome as it was Tony Blair's pet project. There were several financial bail outs as it generated little income i.e. few visitors, to what was just a large plastic tent. We have warped priorities in this country.
I give such credit to the British people, you so love your monarchy. To have sooo much, and look how fast and cost is given to deal with a setback like this. All for a private home too, sad part is once her Majesty dies(God forbid) Charles gets it all! Then the monarchy doesn’t look so good after all. Yikes, King Charles III, bla God Bless England then. State dinners will consist of root vegetables start to finish, even the pudding will be some be veggie from his farm of course. Such richness and decadence in veggie.
Kaidosbuddyagain Doberman The castle does not belong to the Royal Family. The building and it's contents belong to the British State. I'd advise you to read up on the Prince of Wales, the real man, not the nonsense you read on crap gossip sites. Prince Charles will be a good king. The public has access to all of the state apartments - what are you suggesting - that the Royal Family's private rooms should be open too? Are you free to traipse all over the White House. The monarchy is financed by revenue raised by The Crown Estate NOT from general taxation. You post that the fact that you can't blunder through every room would make you heave - well your attitude just makes me bloody angry - who the hell do you think you are? You simply do not understand British understatement if you imagine Prince Charles is 'arrogant.' He is in actual fact, a very modest man.
Gordon Smith here here, you are absolutely correct sir that guy is number one talking quite out of turn when he doesn’t know all the true information and number 2 is quite unreasonable to suggest we go traipsing through Her Majesty’s private rooms which is quite shocking for anyone to even hint at much less blurt it out as he did. I do however disagree with you on one point and that is on Prince Charles because I feel he should not be able to rule he is married to a divorcée and the mistress that was the root cause of all the problems in the breakup of his marriage to The Late Princess Of Wales, his great Uncle The Duke Of Windsor had to abdicate for similar reasons and I truly believe he should not be given special treatment and allowed to ascend the throne and he should be forced to pass the crown to Their Royal Highnesses The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge just as his great Uncle had to pass the crown to Her Majesty’s late father King George. But that is only my thoughts and opinion I respect yours though yours differ a slight bit!
Tiffany Sanchez Thanks Tiffany. The United Kingdom has gone through a huge social revolution in the eighty odd years since King Edward VIII abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson. The marriages of three of the Queen's own children have ended in divorce, something that would have been unthinkable before WW2. There is nothing in the law of accession that prevents the Prince of Wales from being our next king. The abdication of King Edward VIII wasn't 'cut and dried' there was a faction in the government and in parliament that supported him in his wish to marry Mrs Simpson AND for him to remain King*, he didn't HAVE to go, but a majority in Parliament wanted him out. (*A group calling themselves: The King's Men - included Winston Churchill)
All done wonderfully, except that Hollywoodesque wooden "lantern and lobby." replacing the ancient chapel. What a sad fake!! Pull it down as soon as you can, and replace it with something in conformity with the castle: namely, a stone structure.
I am not astonished or amazed at what happened to Windsor Castle fire. For the residents or citizens DO NOT RESONATE with Windsor Castle. The castle would have been a great piece of art if it were out in the middle of an ocean. The people of great Britain treated the fire like a crematorium and a cemetery.
Didn't her Majesty squeal when she realised the public purse would not be opened to fund the restoration ,H M would have to fund it out of her own overflowing pot which didn't go down to well I'm afraid.
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Back in May of '93 there were tours of the castle...there was a clear plastic partition where you could look into St. George's Hall...it was utter devastation. So glad to see it looking so beautiful.
Heartbreaking! I visited Windsor Castle in 1985 and was overwhelmed by its immense beauty and grandeur! So much indescribable history.
Who knew Retrievers could sniff out dry rot? Excellent work! What a lovely doggy that one must've been.
just one more reason to love Labs
I reckon we must have had one with a defective nose. Because ours couldn't even smell its own dinner when you put it down in from of him. 🤣
Absolutely very worthwhile. Well done Andrew for saving so much, well done Phillip and Charles for making key decisions on the rebuild . And very well done for all those who donated to the rebuild of a major institution
God Bless the craftsmen that kept and are keeping ancient skills, secret tricks, ancient knowledge and traditions alive. I hope young people, will be inspired by this, as to become the restoration experts of the future. With so much destruction, to put back what was destroyed is a splendid badge of honor.
I was honored to walk the corridors of Windsor Castle this past July, and had to pinch myself to remind me that I was able to see the restored section that was tragically burned many years ago. How fortunate it was that many people worked together to salvage as much as they could. There is a marker in the spot where the fire started...it's a very emotional reminder to say the least.
Superb documentary that makes me Proud to be English - The fact that the Royals themselves paid for this means no nasty comments about the cost! - More than this though it was the sheer dedication and inspiration of all those involved that makes me so proud - I love the fact that in Britain we still have such amazing people who still have the 'old' crafts - Most have been a 'dying' art - however this also showed younger people what importance these crafts have and many have gone to learn from the 'Masters' of these trades .... therefore ensuring that the crafts and disciplines do not die out -
Indeed. Prince Phillip's input especially. Effectively saying 'look this bureaucracy is getting sod all done, so here's my idea'
Yes the royal family have issues. But... this... yes, agreeing with you on this :)
I especially liked his idea of dividing the castle up into blocks ... allowing the modern input
english in heritage. it pained me to see this. but glad the family covered it themselves.
''The Royals paid for it themselves''
Who pays the royals!! The tax payers,
@@pjmbidge632000 i thought that myself. plus they "changed" something at buckingham palace, to do with the tours( in the doco) to get more money aswell
@@pjmbidge632000 The Royal Family did pay for the restoration from their own pockets. They used multiple sources to fund the restoration. Everything from sending some of the items salvaged from the fire. On a world wide tour to opening up Buckingham Palace for tours. They also used funds generated from income from their personal properties.
As for complaining about the tax payers funding the Royal Family. They bring on average into the UK annually. 5 times the amount of money in the way of tourism alone (Appart from 2020, when everywhere shut down because of Covid.) than is actually spent on them.
People don't visit the UK for the food, it's wine or high fashion. & the certainly do Not visit the UK for its weather! They visit it for its History & the Pomp & Splendour. That is attached to it through the Royal Family. In this alone the Royal Family more than pays for its up keep.
I'm absolutely amazed and really rather proud that we have the expertise to complete a restoration such as this.So many young people learning from the master craftsmen and women.It's great that we still have these skills.I hope their efforts have been documented somewhere within those walls.So many times I've wondered who actually made the structure/carved that staircase/chiselled the piece of stone -and nobody could tell me.We should acknowledge our artisans,not just the people who paid for the work.
Excellent documentary.
I love the fact that skilled workers were appreciated. I’m glad to see that England appreciates Windsor Castle. It’s a treasure to be preserved.
They should be very proud to have worked and restored one of our works of arts such as Windsor castle well done
what a wonderful documentary, amazing to see what can be achieved when all parties work together collectively on a united front, Britain strongest accolade, fantastic to see true artisans from the all corners of the land, I very much hope younger apprentices had an opportunity to experience these great works.
Windsor Castle is of course of great national importance, how fantastic it was to see its restoration following the fire was by the skills and determination of its people
Thank you for this documentary. I have worried for years wondering if anything was saved from the fire. Thankfully a lot was saved and much has been restored.
Much , apparently , if you watch, was saved by Prince Andrew
Kudos to him
Very good job. Seeing this gives me hope that Notre dame also might recieve this kind of restoration. With skilled craftsmen and attention to the important details.
I hope so too !
I heard that some of the specialist stonemasons. Who worked on the restoration of Windsor Castle. Have volunteered their services to help restore Notre Dame.
This so interesting! I'm from Texas and I must have missed this when it made news. So thankful that all the History was saved! Such great work by everybody, including the Royal Family.
I was delighted that they used as many of the old techniques as possible -- especially the green wood for the joists.
What talented craftsmen! I love the plucky British spirit.
Kiss my ass British
Much credit to the public and military for saving 99% of the interior furnishings, art, and artifacts. The loss of such would have doubled the restoration costs. A rug alone would have been well over a hundred thousand pounds. The massive rugs are all made by hand from the finest silk and wool. Just one of my rugs, made for my library, took over a year to make at a cost of thirty eight thousand pounds. And it is not nearly as large as those in Windsor. The loss of irreplaceable art and artifacts would have been far more devastating than the structural damage. As would have been the case of losing the one of a kind, antique, and historical furnishings.
The restoration and newly redesigned work done in the traditional manner is simply superb. Every last detailer was crafted with the utmost pride and respect. Such craftsmanship is slowly disappearing in todays world of tear it down and rebuild new the quickest and cheapest way possible. Plastics and foiled foam is used in place of proper wood or plaster adornments, mouldings, and trim. If such a fire was to happen in 30 or 40 years from now, there may not be any master craftsman to restore the castle properly. All pieces will be printed and glued into place. We are on the cusp of losing craftsmanship of this kind to technology, cheaper methods, and inferior replacements. This is not to say technology and plastic does not have it's usefulness. Ineed they do help improve in certain areas where needed. However, our homes and business must be healthy environments. Too many chemicals and voc are creating generations of sick and cancer ridden people. Even family pets are seeing a rise in cancer and other diseases associated with toxins in their living spaces. We must reduce the amount of synthetics in our living spaces.
Ok, ok, back to the castle. Bravo to all who saved, restored, and renewed this mighty symbol of English history and heritage.
Cheers!
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You must be very lucky to spend £38 thousand on a rug for your library. Well done you
Cameron Hollis mgsd
£38,000 for a rug? No one likes a show off. Should’ve gone to B&M.
@@handsoffmycactus2958 Sharing my experience to provide an idea of the costs to replace one of the many handmade rugs is not being "a show off". I simply shared the figure for one rug. Had I shared the value of my properties and their contents, vehicles, works of art, yacht, jewelry, investments, etc., etc.,.... I would be no better than the nouveau riche disgracing themselves in front of the paparazzi, drooling at the prospect of making page six or trending online. Worse yet, no better than Trump. A sad pathetic excuse of a man.the. So, yes, you are gloriously correct. Nobody likes a show off. Unless, of course, you are just as envious as the others consuming the smut feed to the insatiable public by the tabloids. The tabloids would not be a multibillion pound industry without the public and those selling themselves in order to keep the frenzy alive. Show offs do play a vital role in consumerism and the economy. We are all guilty of showing off in one way or another. From the shoes we wear to the largest giga yacht, being assembled as I type this, is all part of the same show off game. How one shows off is what defines them. This is the primary reason why most who come from the old wealth do not mix with the newly wealthy. They lack class, dignity, and compassion with their garish displays without regard for those with little to nothing to their name. Its disgusting. Many of the world's wealthiest families do not attract attention to themselves for this reason. Many of the new wealthy make a huge display of the charitable giving. A grotesque way to show off. That said, it doesn't matter to the recipients of those much needed funds.
As you get dressed remember you're unconsciously showing off with the clothes on your person: your ewelry and/or watch. The vehicle one owns is a status symbol. We show off our status by buying the best we can afford. To a point there is nothing wrong with this. We all strive to do the best we can in this one and only life. Doing so while helping others is what allows one to enjoy the fruits of their labor all the more.
Cheers!
The many Craftsmen did such a wonderful job of restoration, I just hope these skills continue to be passed on !
thank you so much for uploading this video. I had never seen this one before. Much respect to all those that worked on saving the castle, as well as the marvelous restoration.
Wow people really working together 😀
All this what stands out is the specialist plasterer doing his job with lab coat and tie. Amazing pride in his craft and the subject.
So happy to see this again! Couldn't buy the VHS or DVD in U.S format
Goosebumps - I got goosebumps because of these geniuses who have restored and rebuild this amazing, fascinating and gorgeous Windsor Castle! My highest level of respect for these people who have done it that we all can see it in this glory and beauty! Lovely greetings from Sarah and have a great day and enjoy your time and stay safe out there and take care of you all together 🙋💖👍👑😍
Nice woman, yes?
What a horrifying event! Seeing it go up in flames struck me to my core. The history revealed by the fire is fascinating however. Nobody would ever have had a chance to see these things otherwise. In an aside...I have always liked Prince Charles...my impression has been that he's a pretty genuine and kind man.
It is his 70th birthday tomorrow, 14th November.
Thank you so, so much for the upload! I love this documentary. Think I've seen just about all on the Royal family, as well as, British documentaries. Thank you again, and happy posting! 🙂
Thanks soo much for this upload! I love when I’m able to find good documentaries here on RUclips 👏❤️👍
It’s amazing they got it done as fast as they did and esp within cost- one would think it would have been significantly more. What a gem for the royal family to enjoy at their disposal.
thank you for sharing this video it was lovely to see.
I loved watching this. Thank you for sharing. Best, from New Zealand
I was just Speechless to watch Windsor Castle was a Towering Inferno with huge billowing smoke and blazing fires coming out its windows and roofs.How devastating without mercy.
However I am glad that many people came to the rescue including HRH Prince Charles and Prince Andrew contributed to the rescue and restoration of the majestic heritage in good time.All craftsmen and artisans of the land, military and gov officials worked real hard to reorganise the full intricate restoration unbelievable.
Glad Her Majesty The Queen was able to use Windsor castle for her Diamond Jubilee Celebration. May God preserve Windsor Castle till the end of time to preservere centuries old English artistry and its mammoth major interior heritage which are costly indeed.
Thank you so much for this amazing documentary !!
Prince Andrew was a hero for what he did!
PJ Campbell I totally agree with you on that and I’ll add that of all of the Her Majesty’s sons The Duke Of York is definitely the most likable and thus is my favorite.
Not many men would run into a burning complex to rescue precious painting etc. Good man.
@@johnking5174 especially if the paintings are over 2 or 300 years old
That hasn't aged well
XD
Now he will be an hero lol.
I’m just blown away they still had craftsmen and artisans who could still do this kind of work
Glad to see that rationality prevailed and a metal roof was installed instead of wood. Let's hope for the same for Notre Dame.
The roof was lead. The underpinnings of the roof were wood.
@@shammydammy2610 With a steel frame.
love the witty nod to Wyatt in the design of the new stained glass window as told by Prince Philip:)
I am shocked at some of the comments! ! No building that is a part of history should burn and not be restored if possible. I don't care who owns it. I am truly sorry for some of these comments from America. Please believe we are not all so unfeeling.
The worst are probably from Britisg commies. Haha we're still leaving the EU, and hopefully getting smoking in pubs back. And the Eleven Plus.
@@michaelmartin9022 I wish my friend for nothing else I miss sitting in a caffee back in the day and having a smoke with my breakfast. Most of all it will be great to have an opinion again without being told your either a racist or a bigot. May this country be great once again.
@@David1988Mufc MBGA! (Make Britain Great Again)
What a fantastic job, fixing it up, ,
😷🌍✌💖😷
This was a great restoration, much like restoring the capitol complex in the USA.
the most important thing was no lives were lost
fucking shame if you ask me.
@@malbig2344 lol
SamWeller psychopath
47:19 Her Majesty sounded somehow informal and it looks like she's holding back her tears of joy.
Paolo Cabling She was. This is a special place for her, and the fire saddened her terribly. Seeing it all back so well, restored with so much skill and dedication touched her deeply. She was deeply grateful to the fire service and the restorers.
She actually said,"Thank You",to commoners.Bet that hasn't happened very often
@@dougbiden9015 C'mon, Doug, she does it all the time. The Queen is very much a real person. It's one of the marks of her personal greatness.
@@robertstruder4434 does she thank commoners all the time? Can you please give examples ?
@@missylowe2181
The Queen is effectively surrounded by 'commoners' - her staff are all 'working' people.
You're more likely to come across arrogance and pomposity among show-biz 'celebs' than you'll find from any member of the Royal Family.
Amazing workman and artisans!
I would love to see Windsor Castle! It's the only place that really interests me and is most like a Castle of all the Queen's Homes! I think it's because of St.George and the Garter Knights and the idea of Chivalry!
It's beyond magical to have the opportunity to walk the floors of the castle and appreciate the history that occurred there over a thousand years since being built. As an American whose ancestors fought in the American Revolutionary War back in 1777, I was SO honored that we still have a strong connection and appreciation to our early British history.
You will love it. I have walked through it. St George's Hall is truly breathtaking. Walking in St George's Chapel is awesome, I stood near the tomb of King Henry VIII. Wow!
If you do visit, allow a whole day to see everything. It's really quite a large building - or set of buildings.
A labor of love . . .
Yes a very worthwhile undertaking by the British Monarchy and its plucky British people that came to the rescue in restoration work
I thought this video was in 2018,but it was posted in 2018.Windsor is such an underrated place,it’s very beautiful place,with Alexander Gardens that holds an ice skating rink for Christmas and many more.
Windsor is one of the most beautiful towns in England. I loved visiting it and staying there. The people were nice, and the town is just a pure delight to visit.
John King Sure is!
thank you for the vidéo... Question the restored what's time ? it's for Notre Dame of Paris
So interesting thanks for uploading!
I do hope all those who were involved in the actual restoration are commemorated in an appropriate way.
If they haven't been by now, it won't happen . And it should.
I hope they installed proper fire detection and suppression devices along with the rest of the restoration.
Don't worry, they did, as the fire happened in 1992, the full restoration was completed in 1997, and it is now 2018, and thus far, everything is fine.
Drawn and quartered if they have not.
Dogs to the rescue! Dry rot detection? Marvelous! I hope they got double portions doggie treats.
it's amazing what a single light bulb can do
Those spotlights are so hot, that just standing on a stage when they are on can make you sweat.
Wonderful. Even the background music is exceptional. Who is the composer and which orchestra performed the music.
If this happened in Portugal, everything would be destroyed afterwards to build an hotel and so much heritage would be gone forever. Well done UK.
34:25 - I just love this man's accent. He is the epitome of RP (received pronunciation). I don't think many in Windsor itself speak like he does.
No they don't. I'm originally from Windsor and was educated in Windsor. I was eight years old that year. Me and my family lived only a few streets away. I remember this very well.
@@s.andrewchandler-byrne4611 I know Windsor very well indeed too. I lived near Dedworth Manor, love the place. Beautiful.
@@johnking5174 Yes, Windsor has never changed and is enriched with history. We have the royal family to thank for that.
@@s.andrewchandler-byrne4611 I adore the town.
@@johnking5174 Me too. I was very fortunate to have been raised there.
this to restore the work of reconstruction was a present.
even now made me tear up.-------an american
makes sence
Wow. I never heard about this fire before.
Lamentável... no Brasil também perdemos o Museu Imperial pelo fogo.
I am not English but American....but any this or any one who destroyes historical treasures is heart breaking....we see disstrutiono any damaging as a sigh before I’d a sign to any government
No one said anything about whether or not a modern fire suppression system was put in place? Does anyone know?
Yes, the fire regulations were upgraded, and the newest fire safety features and fail safes were installed and are upgraded and inspected every year and fire safety regulations.
@@johnking5174 And they managed to do it without making it obtrusive! Nice work!
ah yes, the Queen was still in her "head scarf years"
I hope that during the restoration they installed a full blown sprinkler system
Even as an American, would have happily paid a little tax, to preserve this 1,000 year old National Treasure! Long live the Queen.
*Imagine what this castle would be worth along with all its treasures inside*
Only in the UK would one find a Viola Pemberton Piggot !!!.
How did the fire start?
In the old chapel by a spotlight
Did the locals start up a food brigade to keep the firefighters feed?
Why did it cut off so soon?
That is all that was left on the tape.
Any Brits watching this, what you're feeling is what the French went through during the fire of Notre Dame. We're not that different.
Or the ther way round, this was 97
Same as what has happened to Notre Dame Catherdral.
Looks like they rebuilt it without any sprinklers or any fire safety stuff incorporated.
Full systems incorporated -- they just took care to not make it jump out and smack you in the eye with a "here I am!"
I didn't know that st George's hall used to be baroque!
The hall went through various changes since it was first built
The funding & taxation issues referred to barely
Hell on earth. Nothing they could have done could have made them deserve this.
I feel so so sorry for the queen that this happened :(
Wanker
@@malbig2344 Yes, you are -- or will be when grow up a little.
She appreciates that she is the custodian of history, and not just the private owner. Too, too many people who live in historic places don't seem to get that.
@@bradmiller2329 your obviously a fucking royalist. What have these sloth scum ever done for us???
@@bradmiller2329 What are you on about mate...? Has she told you this herself? Or are you just spouting shite as most Royalists do
did they have sprinklers? what about now?
No
@Libturds Suck I know why are u treating me of idiot????
@Libturds Suck ah ok
I hope they installed a sprinkler system 😢
I am amazed how people came and risked there lives to remove paintings and other priceless items. and now they aren't even allowed near it unless they pay!
Jeff hardiman
Is your post simply an excuse to moan?
Jeff hardiman It is a real piece of national history and we take pride in it.
Do you know how much the upkeep of a place like that costs, it has to pay for itself that is why they have to generate some kind of income
Walnut Tree Homestead Exactly. I don't mind betting that if it was never opened there would be complaints about not having access to our heritage. Yes it costs money to go in, as does any stately home. Just because it is a Royal residence doesn't mean it is free to run. Your comment was excellent
Jeff hardiman The restoration didn't come from public money.
50:30 Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex?
Yes!!
That is right, he was made Earl of Wessex in 1999 when he got married.
Probably the most useful moment in York’s life. Don’t give me the Falklands storyline: Woodward described his presence as a major pain in the ass.
Did he? I thought he was referring to Prince William's suggested posting to the Falklands?
Tell that to all the sailors who weren't burnt alive because he was flying one of the rescue helos.
You were in the Falklands were you? Know all about it do you?
Gordon Smith No. I can read memoires.
i wonder if they got some fire insurances on their properties after this fire
Carol Ricker
Carol, it was pointed out in the video that because is is state property it is underwritten by the government.
No it wasn't, which made me very angry! The (Conservative) Government insisted they didn't have the money despite paying no insurance premiums on Government buildings. They forced Buckingham Palace to open to the public and the charges to go to fund the £36.5 million restoration cost. This was a bargain price considering what was involved and the work will last several centuries.
Eight years later the (Labour) Government spent £789 million (21 times the cost) on the Millennium Dome as it was Tony Blair's pet project. There were several financial bail outs as it generated little income i.e. few visitors, to what was just a large plastic tent. We have warped priorities in this country.
Carol Ricker
Windsor Castle is owned by the British state - it is not insured.
England people created a fund to help rebuilding
hello, Koza
6:22 castle staff panicking , gurkha sentry stand guard
Interesting on how British Posh accent say "Room" as "Roum"
it was really cooking
The moral of the story is, good riddance to the hot incandescent lamp, LEDs are far cooler.
And it was NOT INSURED!
I give such credit to the British people, you so love your monarchy. To have sooo much, and look how fast and cost is given to deal with a setback like this. All for a private home too, sad part is once her Majesty dies(God forbid) Charles gets it all! Then the monarchy doesn’t look so good after all. Yikes, King Charles III, bla God Bless England then. State dinners will consist of root vegetables start to finish, even the pudding will be some be veggie from his farm of course. Such richness and decadence in veggie.
Kaidosbuddyagain Doberman
The castle does not belong to the Royal Family. The building and it's contents belong to the British State.
I'd advise you to read up on the Prince of Wales, the real man, not the nonsense you read on crap gossip sites. Prince Charles will be a good king.
The public has access to all of the state apartments - what are you suggesting - that the Royal Family's private rooms should be open too? Are you free to traipse all over the White House.
The monarchy is financed by revenue raised by The Crown Estate NOT from general taxation.
You post that the fact that you can't blunder through every room would make you heave - well your attitude just makes me bloody angry - who the hell do you think you are?
You simply do not understand British understatement if you imagine Prince Charles is 'arrogant.' He is in actual fact, a very modest man.
Gordon Smith here here, you are absolutely correct sir that guy is number one talking quite out of turn when he doesn’t know all the true information and number 2 is quite unreasonable to suggest we go traipsing through Her Majesty’s private rooms which is quite shocking for anyone to even hint at much less blurt it out as he did. I do however disagree with you on one point and that is on Prince Charles because I feel he should not be able to rule he is married to a divorcée and the mistress that was the root cause of all the problems in the breakup of his marriage to The Late Princess Of Wales, his great Uncle The Duke Of Windsor had to abdicate for similar reasons and I truly believe he should not be given special treatment and allowed to ascend the throne and he should be forced to pass the crown to Their Royal Highnesses The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge just as his great Uncle had to pass the crown to Her Majesty’s late father King George. But that is only my thoughts and opinion I respect yours though yours differ a slight bit!
Tiffany Sanchez
Thanks Tiffany.
The United Kingdom has gone through a huge social revolution in the eighty odd years since King Edward VIII abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson. The marriages of three of the Queen's own children have ended in divorce, something that would have been unthinkable before WW2.
There is nothing in the law of accession that prevents the Prince of Wales from being our next king.
The abdication of King Edward VIII wasn't 'cut and dried' there was a faction in the government and in parliament that supported him in his wish to marry Mrs Simpson AND for him to remain King*, he didn't HAVE to go, but a majority in Parliament wanted him out.
(*A group calling themselves: The King's Men - included Winston Churchill)
Peace not fire ....
Prince Andrew, an upstanding member of the royal family... 🤣
In this case, yes, he was.
and not one mention of toshas...
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"Normal people"? Rather a telling slip of the tongue, Charles.
Normal person here, still rather have them than some president spouting platitudes to whatever his particular base is every month.
Goodness how awful 🤔
- Мы не говорим по русски и тем более не понимаем. Елизавета 2.
All done wonderfully, except that Hollywoodesque wooden "lantern and lobby." replacing the ancient chapel. What a sad fake!! Pull it down as soon as you can, and replace it with something in conformity with the castle: namely, a stone structure.
Insurance job
Are you deaf? ALL government owned buildings are self insured. Which means OUT OF POCKET. All the expenses had to be covered without insurance.
I am not astonished or amazed at what happened to Windsor Castle fire. For the residents or citizens DO NOT RESONATE with Windsor Castle. The castle would have been a great piece of art if it were out in the middle of an ocean. The people of great Britain treated the fire like a crematorium and a cemetery.
Didn't her Majesty squeal when she realised the public purse would not be opened to fund the restoration ,H M would have to fund it out of her own overflowing pot which didn't go down to well I'm afraid.
The Castle is State Owned so the State should have paid!! Renters don't have to pay for improvements.