Inside Big Ben's Makeover
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4 жыл бұрынJoin Fred Mills inside the £80M restoration of London's Elizabeth Tower, the iconic structure at the heart of the UK's Palace of Westminster. For more by The B1M subscribe now - ow.ly/GxW7y.
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@Samuel_J1 4 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic video guys! I've never seen Elizabeth Tower in such intricate detail and learning the insane logistics of the project is pretty mind-blowing and fascinating!
@elrayocustodio6565 4 жыл бұрын
Emmm... Haven't you seen Mary Poppins?
@yengsabio5315 4 жыл бұрын
Hello! May I please know what that red flower's name is? And what is its significance to the tower? Thank you!
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
I never knew it was called Elizabeth Tower. I always knew it as Big Ben... so I thank you for giving me the proper terminology.
@yammmit 4 жыл бұрын
Crafty Barstool what’s that and how is it relevant? not clicking on a random link.
@craftybarstool2830 4 жыл бұрын
@@yammmit not relevant just view mongering or maby relevant im isolating so making craft idea videos
@sjoroverpirat 4 жыл бұрын
They really are working around the clock.
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
Is this the TIME for puns? 😂🤘
@RandomLifeOfDarren 4 жыл бұрын
Have got to HAND it to you. That was a good pun
@theraginginfernape9496 4 жыл бұрын
Dang. Y'all really CLOCKING in these puns
@benhaushalter5067 4 жыл бұрын
Stop Clock hammer time
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
We threw a bunch of seed around Big Ben, but we only grew Thyme.
@ethanbeal 4 жыл бұрын
It’s honestly so weird seeing the tower up this close.
@joevictor53 4 жыл бұрын
I think that's probably why half the people came to this video. I know that's why I clicked
@holeefuk6936 4 жыл бұрын
Once in a lifetime opportunity
@spartan963300 4 жыл бұрын
It's pretty cool, so much detail that you'd never see from the street
@creativename1590 4 жыл бұрын
ikr it's gigantic
@PowerByGum 4 жыл бұрын
Weired flex
@cgrcowboy 4 жыл бұрын
I hope Notre Dame is restored this way, and not 'modernized'
@CheeseMiser 3 жыл бұрын
Well they said it will be rebuilt just as it used to look
@BlatentlyFakeName 3 жыл бұрын
Except for no smoking signs :D
@alleybubble3316 3 жыл бұрын
Great Hun. same
@animegirl8033 3 жыл бұрын
@Great Hun. dude Nôtre d'âme is the center of Paris, even France. She is the heart of France, the country donated a billion euros to repair her.
@vanimapermai 3 жыл бұрын
Nope they won't
@ottovp 3 жыл бұрын
although i'm not british by birth, i'm british by heart! I'm filled with joy seeing the Old BB getting the best treatment it deserves!!! Thank you for the superb video!
@benrichardson3031 4 жыл бұрын
'The clock tower known as big ben is getting a 21st century makeover' Removes scaffolding and the clock face is now a digital one
@m101ist 4 жыл бұрын
No way 🤪
@gpaderx6105 4 жыл бұрын
LOL. imagine they replaced it as digital by using a LED wall with ads on it
@3picSlicey 4 жыл бұрын
*its not the tower its the bell!* Edmond Elephant says..
@Ninjimdo 4 жыл бұрын
A true 21st century makeover will have some sort of subscription
@boutek 3 жыл бұрын
My exact thoughts. Why on Earth haven't they swapped the clock for a digital one like decades ago? So backwards and outdated.
@Deproelior 4 жыл бұрын
"the workers tucked little messages in the cracks, wishing us well" - (doesn't show them) feels bad man
@BeckVMH 4 жыл бұрын
Had the same thought. Given their age and likely fragile condition, they were surely stored in archives. I would assume and trust they will place those on public display at some point.
@jasperfk 4 жыл бұрын
There are similar messages in the York Minster from hundreds of years ago. I believe there’s a bit of graffiti that fundamentally says ‘Choir practice is too cold’ which has been traced back to the 16th century. I love historical messages like that!
@tiffinyharrington9307 4 жыл бұрын
Right?!?
@CalebRoyal99 4 жыл бұрын
I assume that was something he was told had happened at the beginning of the project years ago when the work began so there would be no footage for him to record
@nonelost1 4 жыл бұрын
"You are reading this note because it fell through the cracks! S'time to get off your arse and get to rebuilding her again boys!"
@johanrijhkelaar3627 3 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for it to be completed, been in London for over 3 years now and I’ve had enough of looking into scaffolding 🤦♂️😂
@TEENYcharma 2 жыл бұрын
Excuse me.. 3 years?!
@Jason-Clark235 2 жыл бұрын
@@TEENYcharma yes it’s been ages since it last had no scaffolding
@mutated__donkey5840 2 жыл бұрын
@@TEENYcharma he said it started in 2017
@DavidBcc 2 жыл бұрын
That’s government for you.
@colemanbubar5098 2 жыл бұрын
@@DavidBcc European government no less
@ajzebadua 4 жыл бұрын
This was great to watch, it's such an iconic structure. It'd require a bit of a trip, but, a worthwhile and similar restoration job is the one currently ongoing to the Canadian Parliament on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
@raypitts4880 3 жыл бұрын
i wanted a watch so my dad let me ho ho.
@Runconna 4 жыл бұрын
Much respect for correcting flawed data and digitizing everything to make it easier for future restorers.
@emjayay 3 жыл бұрын
It's amazing the changes in everything that digitization/computers had brought to everything like this. Like instantly knowing where each part of it is and at what stage of work. It would have taken millions of pages of files and hundreds of people to keep track of all of that, and a lot of it not even possible only a couple decades ago.
@blubbber 2 жыл бұрын
@@emjayay question is, how much of that will be useful in couple decades from now. Try to open digitised files from 20 years ago. Either you miss the drives to read the data or the programs that can. It won't be much different in 20 years from now, yet alone in 100 years or so when the next renovation will take place.
@dcase84 2 жыл бұрын
@@blubbber This type of technology is not going to be obsolete in 20 years. The DXF file was introduced in 1982 and is still commonly used today; that's 39 years ago. 3D files are a bit different, but there's many ways to batch convert or upgrade them to the latest format.
@rodgerp.639 2 жыл бұрын
@@blubbber It's possible that they are creating a printed version, just in case. Of course, you might need a huge building to store the printouts.
@AicyDC 2 жыл бұрын
@@blubbber I'd say that now data formats are a lot more standardised and most are here to stay. Protocols such as TCP (server handshake to check connection), ASCII (formatting text in binary) , SMTP (email protocol) have been around for 50+ years because they got standardised early.
@dahak972 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I don’t know how you’re not on TV, like Netflix or NatGeo. What a great channel and fantastic videos! Thank you for all your hard work. It’s very much appreciated.
@AllanLaal 4 жыл бұрын
because TV is dead. KZfaq is now the place to be
@Locutus 4 жыл бұрын
Why go on Netflix or National Geo, when you can have your own channel???
@TheGameHub 4 жыл бұрын
probably makes more money from this and has pure freedom of control over creativity
@pyeltd.5457 4 жыл бұрын
They should be on VHS and all
@dougn2350 4 жыл бұрын
Cable Television used to have intellectual channels like this. But cable content creators soon realized these channels are way over the comprehension of the avg veiwer. So now we have dumbass shows like Britain has Talent and World Wrestling Federation to please the moronic masses.
@sonalipradhan6663 3 жыл бұрын
*5:23** He Tries To Feel The Texture While Having Gloves On.🤣👏🏻*
@plushiez_show8827 3 жыл бұрын
He was trying to touch it not feel it
@dashwolf8057 3 жыл бұрын
You can feel through gloves...
@nuntana2 2 жыл бұрын
Guessing not allowed to touch the face un gloved
@Isaac2012YT 2 жыл бұрын
Yes you not allowed
@kiran_a 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate how little fluff there is to B1M videos - its pure education & entertainment
@unarmedduck 4 жыл бұрын
Mind-boggling to think we get access to this level of content for free.
@TheB1M 4 жыл бұрын
Tell us about it.
@JakeobE 4 жыл бұрын
Even more mind-boggling, people who have ad-block are watching this content at the literal expense of B1M. It's infuriating.
@Muzzaa 4 жыл бұрын
Is your Internet bill free? Your phone contract free? Your electricity bill free? I pay for all of those to browse the Internet when I wish.
@Ozymandias1 4 жыл бұрын
@@JakeobE Can you still make money from ads on KZfaq to begin with?
@AwkwardYet 4 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of how good discovery channel used to be
@meganharrison6679 3 жыл бұрын
Spent just shy of a year living in London in 1998, loved hearing the bells every day. Honestly it was one of the things I most missed when I return to the states. I love Britain, I miss it deeply. In comparison to Gertrude Stein America is my country but London is my home.
@Hat1607 3 жыл бұрын
I need to visit London again to see this!! Much love from Australia 🇦🇺
@ryanlamkin20 4 жыл бұрын
Finally staying up until 4AM is paying off
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
In my case it's getting up at 4 AM. Even without work LOL
@campkira 4 жыл бұрын
4am... may well just sleep next night...
@ryanlamkin20 4 жыл бұрын
Dapper Wolf this was posted at 12PM in U.K. time. i live in California which is 8 hrs behind U.K. and would you look at that 4AM ;)
@ihxnf 4 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness it’s 4 am for me too
@ryanlamkin20 4 жыл бұрын
Simon Wilson thanks for your input
@yingqiliu5144 4 жыл бұрын
When you see the B1M and you immediately come in
@MrJustin2105 4 жыл бұрын
I mean i did come
@josephwilliams3342 4 жыл бұрын
spunk
@magix4152 4 жыл бұрын
@@MrJustin2105 coomer
@Boofatcha 3 жыл бұрын
I've been keeping track of the restoration from across the pond. It's looking great, cheers from the USA!
@mihran79 3 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy I had the chance to visit the tower, such a masterpiece!
@casmatt99 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers from across the pond. I had no idea about the existence, duration and scope of this project but I'm glad to see our friends restoring a landmark known the world over.
@harleyokeefe5193 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks from the UK 🇺🇸🇬🇧💪
@toxic1433 3 жыл бұрын
Harley O’keefe from fiji!
@nuntana2 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one. Start of a mega project restoring the whole palace, which will cost billions and take decades.
@Duffyyy94 4 жыл бұрын
Love how you are really getting involved with the filming.
@marquamfurniture 4 жыл бұрын
Makes one proud to be British. (I'm not. But I greatly admire the country.)
@changyang1230 4 жыл бұрын
Is it the first time we see the face behind that voice in this channel?
@andrewputnam2717 4 жыл бұрын
@@changyang1230 no he's shown his face in a couple of videos
@scottluther2091 3 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful piece of art, and I was able to go see London a couple of years ago back when they started the restoration! I am glad they were able to get up there and use modern technology to fully document all of the pieces for future generations when it needs repair! Great work on the restoration, London!
@stevepashley795 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, the most wonderful video I have ever seen. I went through BB about 30 years ago what a magnificent structure. No wonder England is so proud of such a beautiful structure
@miraflynn8935 4 жыл бұрын
I love seeing how they’re taking care to document everything and try to make any future work as easy as possible. I feel like a lot of restorations of the past that were “state of the art” for the time have now been seen as potentially damaging the original work, but documenting the work should at least make correcting any issues easier in the future.
@robertcook2572 4 жыл бұрын
No doubt future generations will disparage our work as being equally ham-fisted.
@robertcook2572 3 жыл бұрын
@Great Hun. Eh? Have you been on the Special Brew again?
@boutek 3 жыл бұрын
Come on. This isn't like some really old historical clock tower. Nothing like for example 600+years old Prague's clock tower but 19th century "gothic" wannabe.
@dbclass4075 2 жыл бұрын
@@boutek Still, this is London's landmark. Even more recognized than Westminster Palace (due to, you know, typical political shenanigans).
@JHA854 4 жыл бұрын
Obviously as someone from the UK, you see this on TV or in London and it just looks normal. But you don't really realize the detail and workmanship that went into constructing and maintaining it. It really is a work of art.
@barryjacobs8524 2 жыл бұрын
Money well spent. Big Ben will be a master piece when it is finished. She will look beautiful again. There is craftsmen still out there, all I can say is Thankyou for restoring a gem that will shine bright again.
@AllyLaws 2 жыл бұрын
Any chance you can do a video on the security at the bottom, like how the gates, alarms, cameras etc all work? Would be very interested to know about this
@benstreeton4250 2 жыл бұрын
pahahaha that be a class video mate 😉
@gamerowl9934 2 жыл бұрын
Never expected you here Ally XD
@alishbahaziz2727 2 жыл бұрын
😂 worth the go mate
@genericmilk 2 жыл бұрын
Security round the clock mate ;)
@lukemason927 2 жыл бұрын
you wouldn’t get in
@jamesjohnmoss8130 4 жыл бұрын
I have said it before, and after this post, I will likely say it again. Another great message supporting the great things the British building industry does. Well done B1M keep up the good work. The message will be understood.
@metalinyourhead3604 4 жыл бұрын
Last summer was the first time I’d been back to England since I was a baby, and what happens when I go to Big Ben? It’s covered by scaffolding.... figures 😂
@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255 3 жыл бұрын
Metal In Your Head you know it’s comin of on 2021
@thereallostwalker8337 3 жыл бұрын
@@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255 good thing everyone has the finances to go to London whenever they want
@47fortyseven47 3 жыл бұрын
It's not much of a sight anyway with or without scaffolding
@nuntana2 2 жыл бұрын
So basically you’ve never seen it lol
@wparo 2 жыл бұрын
I live 20 mins walk from there. Probably visited the clock once. I might go and have another look oneday soon.
@notcloudy8414 2 жыл бұрын
My friends dad had worked on big bens fixing process thing I remember him talking about it last year..
@kbhasi 3 жыл бұрын
I remember a photo someone posted online depicting the tower in the background covered in scaffolding, with only the clock face visible. Now I know a complete restoration is in progress! As someone who has an obsession with vintage design, that's… absolutely beautiful!!
@owentompson6281 4 жыл бұрын
This made me emotional for no discernible reason
@gggreggg 4 жыл бұрын
yes!! i felt a bit weird getting a bit choked up, especially the sort of coda (?) expressed at the end.
@brahimkherb5973 4 жыл бұрын
LOL you ppl are so gay
@OrdinaryJoe12 4 жыл бұрын
get a grip of yourself man!
@dougn2350 4 жыл бұрын
Of course there's a reason.
@cowmoo5596 4 жыл бұрын
@@brahimkherb5973
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
Such an incredible project on and iconic and historic structure. Everyone that's placed their hands on that building in the past few years, should be proud that they've had a part and such an impressive restoration. From across the pond I can't wait to see the finished result. The bit about the notes tucked in the walls is so incredible. I've been lucky enough to hold 130 year old blueprints the word hand drawn and been involved in a restoration on a structure not quite as large but with every bit as much detail. Holding those hand-drawn blueprints changed the way I understood construction forever. Be safe on those decks!
@EddieBoes 4 жыл бұрын
Just like the original builders couldn't imagine the technology we have to perform this restoration, imagine another restoration in 150 years, using technology that we today could not even fathom today. Let's hope all contingencies are used to store and secure all this work. Even digital records could be lost to events we can not see in the distant future, just like prints were lost from the past. Just some interesting thoughts. ...
@jed-henrywitkowski6470 4 жыл бұрын
The fact that they left notes wishing future workers the best, tells me they knew they were part of something special.
@Wa3ypx 3 жыл бұрын
The peel of the chimes takes me back to the BBC World Service. "This is London"
@MrMentalSoul 3 жыл бұрын
This channel is such a gem. Thanks for all the work you do to bring us these truly insightful and entertaining videos!
@AndyJ_Media 4 жыл бұрын
This video gives out a whole new perspective in the restoration of this famous clocktower many of us online would have never seen before. The level of hand-detail of the structure from the glass panels in the face of the clock and the decorative stonework around the tower is truly mind-blowing and big respect and much applause to these workers!
@wadikhan100 4 жыл бұрын
I never expected to see Elizabeth Tower this close thanks to you guys.. Mind Blowing..
@taylorarthur4915 4 жыл бұрын
The quality of these videos is amazing literally like watching a documentary on tv programme!!
@cindybogart6062 3 жыл бұрын
This video was great!! What a beautiful piece of architecture this tower is. I never knew the detailing was so intricate & beautiful with colour. May it stand for many more years.
@afro_5345 4 жыл бұрын
I can finally understand what is going on with Big Ben. Seeing it hidden during my visit in November was a bit disappointing. Great work!
@colin.chaffers 4 жыл бұрын
For 15 years I drove from Hampshire to the East End of London every working day, I would always try to hit Parliament square at 6am to hear Big Ben, awesome video
@coreywilliams1454 4 жыл бұрын
Bit sad that fella.
@Nothingmajor777 3 жыл бұрын
@@coreywilliams1454 knock it down? is it a racist building?
@coreywilliams1454 3 жыл бұрын
@@Nothingmajor777 What? How does me saying he is a bit of a sad loser mean I would Big Ben knocked down?
@TurnItUp_official_ 3 жыл бұрын
@@coreywilliams1454 its not really sad but ok
@Ynhockey 4 жыл бұрын
I've been following the channel since very close to its inception, and this is one of your best videos so far. Keep it up!
@johngullo9420 3 жыл бұрын
This channel never fails to delight and inform. One of my favorite channels. Keep up the great work Fred
@Mikepaws 4 жыл бұрын
As a Londoner I look forward to seeing it fully restored! Its an excellent breakdown of what is happening, and why the project has the costs it does that not seen covered in many other publications. Great stuff!
@computerfan1079 4 жыл бұрын
This is truly a National Geographic level documentary. Very high quality. Keep up the good work!
@alvinwoodsen 3 жыл бұрын
I miss London! Hope to visit London soon after the pandemic
@_BSH_1971 Жыл бұрын
Amazing! I hope to visit London one day, and get to see this in person. So much history is held within this tower. Thanks for sharing.
@christianoneill3748 4 жыл бұрын
Easily one of the best channels on YT. Great to travel vicariously through these vids while on lockdown, Thank you!
@mikemccartney9184 4 жыл бұрын
This project is so important not just for the British but internationally. It's like our Opera house in Australia. Really impressed with the works. Looks like ground breaking work for the Westminiter Palace as well.
@thetechoasis2179 4 жыл бұрын
Would love to Visit the Opera House, in fact id love to visit Australia, its been this POM's wish since a child and i still haven't managed to do it.
@G0DKING 3 жыл бұрын
Great Hun. ?
@TurnItUp_official_ 3 жыл бұрын
@@G0DKING ignore him, he's like that idiot in the comments ya know
@lucaschang689 3 жыл бұрын
I really like this video! One thing I don't see mentioned is the crazy amount of detail and ornamentation that the clock and its faces have, details that you can really only see when you're standing next to it! A truly once in a lifetime opportunity and I'm glad you shared with everyone!
@Knuckle_Sandwich_Hand_Wraps 3 жыл бұрын
21st century makeover, it is now the Emirates Clock Tower.
@joerod7526 3 жыл бұрын
LOL....OR WORST.
@Eraeraeric 4 жыл бұрын
I never knew how drastic the changes would be on this beautiful landmark! Can't wait to see it finished!
@emilsm8407 4 жыл бұрын
I'm asian and loves world's heritage landmarks, it has a long history. So thank you for keeping it for the generation.
@abcarroll 3 жыл бұрын
It’s looking beautiful, well done to everyone involved in the restoration project. Can’t wait for it to be unveiled 😊
@stevepashley795 3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful video. I've watched it twice. Thank you so much for bringing this video to light. Thank you
@shamirpatel3569 4 жыл бұрын
I love this as I'm someone with a interest in conservation architecture as well as all the classical orders of architecture and the incredible engineering behind the edifice.
@zionsky7761 4 жыл бұрын
No one cares.
@shamirpatel3569 4 жыл бұрын
@@zionsky7761 what is wrong with being a advocate of heritage architecture especially buildings in the style of the Palace of Westminster as the building incorporated traditional materials but also used the latest technology of the time.
@mattl2366 4 жыл бұрын
The original stone used was actually sourced from up in Yorkshire, in my town actually. From a quarry on The Chevin in a place called Otley.
@AndrewG1989 3 жыл бұрын
Big Ben is the most iconic buildings that London is very proud of. And will be iconic for thousands of years to come.
@stormingfox8360 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work. I was confused by the colors until It was shown that was the original design. Wonderful how to point they are bringing Big Ben back to life!
@internetexplorer7143 4 жыл бұрын
I went to London for a holiday in 2018 and I booked a room with a view of the Big Ben. When I looked out the window I didn't recognize the Big Ben because it was covered in scaffolding.
@Ron.S. 3 жыл бұрын
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@jefe- 3 жыл бұрын
@@Ron.S. 😂🤣🤣😂😂🤣🤣😂😂 noooo 🤣😂🤣🤣
@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255 3 жыл бұрын
Internet Explorer lol
@tech_savage_3605 3 жыл бұрын
We need google chrome. Where are you?!?!?!?!
@johnxu2001 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Internet Explorer I'm a fan!
@arifazahar5566 4 жыл бұрын
One of my dreamlist to travel and see the Big Ben in London. Its honourable for the viewers to see this privillages videos. Tq @B1M for your hardwork to makes all your viewer stay up to date with newest construction news and updates.🥰
@slayyvidd 3 жыл бұрын
I love the new irl videos, you’ve really upped the quality of these videos, well done
@irishtaz44017 4 жыл бұрын
We saw the Tower in 2016, again with the scaffolding in place in 2018, & was suppose to be there this fall. Due to the COVID-19, we will be returning next year & cannot wait to see the restoration!! Thank you for the video which explained so well what is being done!
@JohnyG29 4 жыл бұрын
2:30 Elevator?! Surely you mean a lift old chap.
@TheB1M 4 жыл бұрын
Well the majority of our viewers are now in the US so we put down our tea, finished our scones, thanked the Queen for her garden party and went with elevator.
@iambhavya98 4 жыл бұрын
Hahahahhahah
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheB1M lmao! 🇺🇸👀🇺🇸
@johnadamsisadrunk 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheB1M Is preserving the British language not as important as its landmarks?
@jetta.josh4 4 жыл бұрын
johnadamsisadrunk No. American English is the superior.
@jadser1 4 жыл бұрын
The notes from the previous generations must have been an amazing find.
@jayfitmob8645 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. Tampa Theater built in 1926 I had the pleasure of remodeling. 9 million dollars in paint for a thousand square foot area. It was truly a blessing to be involved in that project, and seeing the signatures of the people that played the organ in 1930 and 1935 and 1940 and artists that had been there was incredible.
@blackchang1981 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. It is going to be a gorgeous update once it is done. Hopefully I will get a chance to see it when it is complete. Love and respect from NJ in the U.S.A.
@sanangzazoring1864 2 жыл бұрын
It is so greatly sophisticated and marvelous in its setting and being restored to its original state, Big Band maintains its prominence ever. Being under it, as well as in the West Minster Abbey, and other iconic structures (1992), I keep fond memories and feel proud of the experiences there makes me stand out although it was longtime ago. Great experiences!!
@twixotic04 4 жыл бұрын
I went on my first trip to London two years ago and was excited to see big ben...only to see it covered in scaffolding. My heart sank!!!!! The trip was incredible, 70 degree sunny weather in London how lucky is that! I will def visit London again, it was incredible, but only after Big Ben is back lol.
@grimreaper649 4 жыл бұрын
That was a once in a lifetime event.
@pyeltd.5457 4 жыл бұрын
grim reaper no
@thebomb78 4 жыл бұрын
2 things: the way he touches/rubs the clock 😂 And I'd like to have seen the notes from the previous workers
@redsquirrel1086 3 жыл бұрын
It's quite emotional seeing Big Ben for the first time. It is one of the world's most iconic structures.
@moniquej2997 3 жыл бұрын
I went to London in June 2019 and was a bit disappointed to see some of parliament and Elizabeth tower covered in the scaffolding but it gives me a reason to go back to that wonderful and vibrant city ❤️❤️❤️
@nealtailor 4 жыл бұрын
genuinely a fascinating video. Makes you appreciate the work that has been done on Elizabeth Tower and better understand to what detail the restoration has taken place.
@TheMrratty123 4 жыл бұрын
The B1M is my favourite channel on KZfaq. Thank you for keeping me entertained during lockdown!
@namesake-mx9nl 3 жыл бұрын
fascinating film , i will appreciate all the hard work that has gone into the restoration when i see the finished product in future . also hats off to the plan to document every possible detail of todays restoration so that future restoration experts will better understand what was done today , how and why , just amazing
@magicalmousers 2 жыл бұрын
Just a beautiful iconic structure forever. I love that tower !! And wowzers wow Fred the host narrator is soooo dreamy gorgeous ❤️❤️❤️
@f142007 4 жыл бұрын
I am a simple man. I see B1M. I press like.
@OrdinaryJoe12 4 жыл бұрын
f142007 your a simp
@nil0603 4 жыл бұрын
@@OrdinaryJoe12 😭🤣
@PeNguiN5CS 4 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to be able to hear Big Ben strike again across London. It is extremely weird walking down the road and not being able to hear it.
@greatestpotato3875 4 жыл бұрын
I never really understood how much of a beauty the Big Ben tower was until the upclose of this video
@stevepashley795 2 жыл бұрын
Never have I seen dedication to one of the worlds most beautiful icons. What a beautiful monument. God love her
@stevesloan7132 4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful! A true work of art that all of humanity can be proud of. Thank you so much United Kingdom!
@l0rdcroissant 4 жыл бұрын
that's freakn amazing and beautiful how Europe cares to look after it's historical buildings
@TurnItUp_official_ 3 жыл бұрын
Ik we do look after the old buildings as they look so beautiful😍
@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255 3 жыл бұрын
L0rdCROISSANT she’s so perfect
@jakeeka2331 3 жыл бұрын
I thought they were just doing maintenance. This is amazing! I’m excited to see it when it’s all complete!
@peterd788 2 жыл бұрын
Just imagine what's involved in the multi-billion pound renovation of the Palace of Westminster.
@stevengo7576 3 жыл бұрын
This channel is just amazing, much love!
@Charlesssssss 4 жыл бұрын
Had the opportunity to visit London and see the Big Ben once only to find it covered in scaffoldings. Glad its close to reopening. Quality video making by the way.
@Thomashorsman 4 жыл бұрын
I had a tour of the Tower for my 11th birthday (2012) and stood in the Belfry on the stroke of noon. Amazing experience.
@cosmicrays5565 4 жыл бұрын
I just went to a trampoline park :£
@ResoluteMujigae 3 жыл бұрын
I was only turning 8 in 2012. I am almost 16 now.
@garethwilkinson3456 2 жыл бұрын
The ultimate symbol of Britain. Good work. Thanks.
@shubhamdas5676 4 жыл бұрын
Just awesome renovation.....Thank u B1M
@michaelandrews6650 4 жыл бұрын
She’s truly a beautiful tower
@1eastmandem1 4 жыл бұрын
It’s a ‘he’ 😉
@bigchap5794 4 жыл бұрын
1 Step Ahead “Elizabeth tower”
@andycole366 4 жыл бұрын
The bell is a He The tower itself is a She
@1eastmandem1 4 жыл бұрын
SGT Bigboi “Big Ben”
@fauzirahimpohan3130 4 жыл бұрын
It's "IT" 🙄
@rs9815 4 жыл бұрын
“21st century makeover” they’re gonna replace the clock face with a giant digital clock
@peckelhaze6934 4 жыл бұрын
Good grief!!!
@emilykalunga3510 4 жыл бұрын
_when you realise that was on the _*_simpsons_*
@m101ist 4 жыл бұрын
No way 😲
@icmeler2000 4 жыл бұрын
No way, Old Boy! 🕛🔔🔔🔔🕛
@m101ist 4 жыл бұрын
Will they also have a electronic chime for the bell sound? 😳
@leeenglandland2978 4 жыл бұрын
I done the Big Ben tour in 2013 and it was well with it. To stand behind the clock face and be there when it strikes 12 o'clock was worth the three month wait for the tour. I loved climbing the 300 steps to the top.
@moorpool2688 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work showcasing a great range of skills both traditional and modern.
@SaturnCanuck 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing. One of your best so far. The shot of you standing on the scaffolding and ten panning up to the clock face gave me chills. Thank you for this.
@BeckVMH 4 жыл бұрын
When they’re finished, I wonder if they would service my grandfather’s pocket watch.
@jesswright8279 2 жыл бұрын
I love that have left messages of good luck tucked into the nooks and crannies and I hope the current craftsmen did the same. It really does look stunning now.
@chrisd0407 3 жыл бұрын
The attention to detail is staggering.. well done all.
@paulborne6457 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for mentioning the gilders. It's a craft close to my heart & certainly a prominent part of this restoration!
@SciFactsYT118 4 жыл бұрын
Random fact: Originally, the Eiffel Tower was going to be erected in Barcelona, but the project was rejected because citizens thought it was an eyesore. 🗼
@aaroneus5479 4 жыл бұрын
It is
@LudicrousTorpedo 4 жыл бұрын
Wow
@inevitabletech5234 4 жыл бұрын
Damn
@shivamsinha2154 4 жыл бұрын
and now they can't even build a church (Sagrada Familia) which somehow, for now, is an eyesore lol
@jizzlecizzle1388 4 жыл бұрын
It was also considered an eyesore by Parisians and supposed to be removed after L'Exposition Universelle.
@Citizen-of-theworld 3 жыл бұрын
I had a tour up there a few years ago just before the works started. Fantastic experience. Amazing building
@Citizen-of-theworld 3 жыл бұрын
I loved how they still used penny weights to fine tune the clock pendulum to keep the time accurate through the seasons.
@connorberman1701 3 жыл бұрын
Me who has lived in London during this restoration and not even noticed it 👀😂
@DarwinskiYT 3 жыл бұрын
How?
@Plututo 3 жыл бұрын
How?
@minhajnizam5090 3 жыл бұрын
How have you not noticed the scaffolding
@j4jsk902 3 жыл бұрын
@@DarwinskiYT because only the tourists visit the landmarks
@habib6499 3 жыл бұрын
Any thing past zone 1 and half of zone 2 is not London babe
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