It's been 40 years since he died, and yet his grave shows signs that it is regularly visited. It shows how respected he was in life, and how his influence carries on after his death. Legend.

John Bonham was a petrolhead (see the concert movie The Song Remains the Same for examples) hence the toy cars on his headstone. I think he found being away from his family for a long time due to touring hard to deal with and resorted to alcohol to help him cope. Incredible that people are leaving graveside tributes for someone who passed away over 40 years ago. Well worth listening to some Led Zeppelin songs to discover Bonham's versatility.

Greatest drummer that ever lived!! ❤️

Arguably the best rock drummer of all time!

When the greatest band ever formed can't go on without you , they are to be commended , and you are a legend .

R.I.P John, u will never be forgotten. Thank u for all the great music u gave all of us in such s short amount of time. 🤘🇺🇲🗽🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🤘

Thank you. I remember vividly learning the news of his passing. I had just bought my friend a Led Zeppelin poster for her birthday. Her birthday is September 25. The news broke on our local radio station. Again, thank you.

What a shock, a gentleman that was highly skilled and popular within the music world. Rest in Peace Sir

Everything about this video was lovely A wonderful tribute to John Bonham The beautiful church & the friendly horse It had such a good vibe Thank you Paul 🙏🏻💙🙏🏻

Bonzo was one of the greatest drummers ever. He was taken well before his time.He has climbed the stairway to heaven. RIP

Undoubtedly one of the worlds best drummers if not the best...great find Paul. RIP John.

That horse is so friendly , bless , willl have to go there to see john bonhams grave .

Not really a led zeppelin fan but he was an amazing drummer ,,rest in peace John, my condolences to his family and friends 😢

I've been to John Bonham's grave a few times. I still listen to Led Zeppelin weekly too.

One of the greatest drummers ever, RIP John

A Wonderful Tribute to him. John Bonham was my brothers (Joe Futej) drumming mentor (Buddy Rich as well)!! My little brother passed away June 28th, 2022 at the age of 58 (Stage 4 lung cancer). He always use to say John B. was the man! No one could beat him or the band. I would love to think that he was finally able to meet the man, and they are now playing drums together in Heaven. The man whom he learned so much of his drumming skills from. Thank you for sharing this video. Have a lovely day.

John Bonham what an absolute Legend with one of the biggest rock bands ever Led Zepp 🤘 🥁 RIP John 🙏🌹✨🕊️ thanks Paul great video 👌😊

An incredibly talented drummer! As some have said the greatest drummer ever. My dad bought the first Led Zeppelin album, and the power this man had in playing the drums was amazing to hear. I had just left school, and heard the news, what a shock it was, and then of course John Lennon being murdered in December of that year. R.I.P. to them both.

Knebworth ‘79 🙌🏻 🎸🤘🏻what a weekend…Led Zeppelin will always be #1 for me and John Bonham, well, what a legend and what a phenomenally talented musician❤ thanks Paul 🙏xx

My first glimpse of John Bonhams final resting place, and done so well and sensitive. I love that his headstone is not a huge overbearing stone but a beautiful simple declaration of love from his beloved. I pray someday to visit this place, but thank you truly for this video. ❤

Thank you. John was the greatest drummer.if you listen to all drummer's a little bit of John is Thier. Rest in peace drumming for God now

I've been a LZ fan for 50 yrs from USA and really appreciate your video of JB'S grave. He is greatly missed...

I took my son to the grave site many years ago, when he started playing drums and became a Zep fan from listening to my vinyl collection. He would have been about 14 then. He's in his 30's now. We live fairly close to the cemetery. What I only realised when I saw the gravestone that day was it was the 25th of September. Such an influence on my sons drumming style to this day.

Still amazed that they actually rehearsed that day.

"Death is not the greatest loss of life.... The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live..." I was never into rock band's, was into 70s 80s disco, then the early 90s rave scene, but... Nevertheless, I know talent when I see it 👏 brilliant drummer taken way to soon, definitely rock & roll lifestyle. Thanks Paul, great vlog mate, love the channel 💕

One of my first LPs was a Zep one, John Bonham drumming was amazing, it was an honour to see his final resting place to pay respects. Thankyou for the video.

Thank you for showing us John Bonham's grave, The best rock drummer of all time with the mighty Led Zeppelin. RIP JB never forgotten.

Thanks Paul great video . I did ask you a few months if you could do John Bonham, you did not did not disappoint. Big fan of Led Zeppelin since early 70 ‘s and still are awesome band and an unbelievable drummer he was the driving force behind Led Zeppelins 🥁

My idol.. fun fact, one of those drum sticks was placed there by myself. Such a beautiful setting for Bonzo’s final resting place. 💙💙 Oh and the relevancy with the cars, Bonzo was into American ‘Muscle Cars’ Hot Rods etc.

What a wonderful respectful tribute Paul. John truly was a great drummer, and very sadly missed. Taken way to young. Love the tributes left at his grave site. RIP John.

Well done Paul for doing Bonzo! Some people say he was an overrated drummer but like everyone on here also says, one of the greatest drummers ever and there won't be another! Definitely my favourite and so glad my dad brought me up listening to them and has given his vinyl to enjoy for many years to come! Tragic how he passed away and as sad as it was led zeppelin chose to no longer carry on, it was a mark of respect to Jon and his family.

The first Concert that I went to was Led Zeppelin in April of 1977 on their North American tour what a special time to be a teenager to see the greatest music to ever come from across the pond to see John Bonham play live his version of Moby Dick was breath taking and now to see his son Jason Bonham playing Drums on his tour to honor his Father to me that's full circle something I will remember for the rest of my life Rest in Peace John Henry Bonham God Speed !!!!!!

I seen bonham in 1972 splintering his kit on stage....he is the reason i became a drummer.

I live in Droitwich Spa Paul. Very close to where he lived and died . I did not know that . Thank you x

Hi Paul so pleased you have visited Bonzo Im a massive fan of the mighty Zeppelin In fact I bought their first album when I was 14 the year after it came out after hearing the band on Fluff Freeman`s show another hero of mine who you have also done Im very lucky to be of the age to have seen almost all of the greatest rock musician`s live For me Bonzo was and is the greatest rock drummer ever and if I ever visit Worcester you can rest assured I will be adding another stick to that collection in the churchyard God bless you Bonzo you took the Stairway to Heaven far too early but the music lives in forever God bless you too Paul for visiting the great man

Schlimm, wieder so jung. Sie waren nicht ganz so mein Musikstil aber Trotzdem. Chris farloh hingegen schon. Und,wow der war ja zutraulich 🐴 herrlich!! Thank you for that Paul 🙏👍👍

Grazie Paul per questo omaggio ad uno dei migliori batteristi , peccato averlo perso così presto ci avrebbe regalato ancora tante emozioni 👍

Aside from being a great drummer, John Bonham was a gear head who loved his cars, which is why you see all the cars on top off his grave. That white covered truck on his grave resembles the one he drove in the movie. Greatest rock drummer ever, IMO.

Respect and peace on best drummer never see in the world !

I've read that on the previous day Bonham had been helping his folks move into a cottage on his farm. He loved his family and the idea of going on another tour and the separation from loved ones that it caused upset him greatly and he almost wanted to quit-but he always put the band first. He was the only Zep member that went to Robert's son's funeral and helped Robert through the ordeal. He was also the one that prodded Robert back into rehearsals and the studio to record 'In Through The Out Door' feeling the work would be good for Robert. The reason for the toy cars on his headstone is that Bonham was a bonified gearhead that LOVED fast cars. I'd like to see another great drummer's grave-Cozy Powell. He was every bit the crazy drummer Bonham was and was potentially a candidate to drum for a Zep reunion. Sadly he loved fast cars also dying in a car wreck much too young. It's perhaps morbid but fitting for Cozy in that his last words on an early car phone were "Oh sh@t!!!" immediately preceding the accident which killed him.

Another great video, wasn't a big fan of Led Zeppelin so didn't know of John Bonham but so sad he passed at such an early age just when he was in his prime. Loved the church and the way others have honoured his final resting place. What a beautiful place and adored the horse 🐎 at the end. .

Had a really weird experience in that church yard whilst wandering round the old part. Beautiful place x

Led Zeppelin will never be forgotten along with all the band members. John Bonham is probably the best drummer ever and taken early due to severe alcoholism. Such a huge loss of natural talent. I have all their albums and still hear their songs today in movies such as THOR Ragnarok and Dungeons and Dragons Honor Among Thieves.

Awesome video Paul thank you & what a tribute to the best drummer,his grave says it all bless him❤

It doesn’t surprise me that there is such wonderful positive energy surrounding Bonzo’s final resting place. I’m glad you felt it. The man is so much missed even after all these years. Rest well Bonzo

The first original drummer of Led Zep, was a guy from Harrow called Mac Poole, sadly no longer with us, who left the band just before Led Zep hit the big time. Mac was tired of all the travelling to and from gigs, and decided to settle down instead. Then came along John Bonham. Mac kept in touch with a lot of the lads from his past, who were in other groups. One such person to attend Mac’s funeral at Ruislip crematorium, was Rick Wakeman. Mac himself continued to play in several bands up until his passing. 🙏🏼

Extremely entertaining and informative video about one of our greatest ever drummers, Paul. I visited Bonham's grave there at Rushock churchyard just a couple of days before you; signed the visitors' book, too. Met the same horses. Bonham lived in the area, close to where he was born, and helped finance the restoration of many old buildings around his final resting place. I was struck by the beautiful tranquility, remoteness and birdsong of this wonderful churchyard, a far cry from the thumping rhythms of his performances at packed stadia worldwide.

Great video! Always love seeing inside the old churches ⛪️,the horses❤were an added bonus,John Bonham had a passion for cars(he had a collection),remember the hot rod Ford Model T he drove in The Song Remains The Same?,that was from his collection,I suspect that's why the little cars were on his headstone 😇 Thanks Paul👍

Being a long time Led Zep fan I found this very interesting if not a little sad. Possibly the greatest rock drummer ever. I'm guessing that the toy cars on the head stone are reflecting his love of fast cars and hot rods - check out his "Moby Dick" solo sequence from the film "The Song Remains The Same".

i was working opposite his house/mansion on the day of his funeral...lots of fans and police...his house is just down the road ...he had a huge collection of cars/hot rods etc, hence why models are on his headstone....often saw him driving around the country roads...great video....

Love Led Zeppelin ❤thank you Paul.

Great seeing the drum sticks and symbols, like that. Well done Paul being in the Royal Air Force, respect to you !!!! Love Sharon love the 🐎 horse❤❤❤❤❤

Wow, great video again. Thanks for sharing it with us and it was very nice and cute to see you with your new horse friend. Have a nice evening and take care of yourself. Greetings from Germany Melinda

Paul. Never heard of John. But now I know him. Tragic that he should have been taken so young. Fantastic show. Has everything. A legend, church and a 🐴! Thanks yet again! Bob

John Bonham was into classic cars and speed. Total adrenaline man, passionate about life and music and the drums. He drove a vehicle like the white one on his tombstone in the film, The Song Remains The Same. He also loved his motorcycle that he would ride in the hallways in the hotels they stayed at before they got their plane. John was also pulled over for racing up and down Rodeo Drive. There were at least 7 policeman there. He had the hood open on his fast trans am with a high rise motor coming through the hood. He was pointing out the supercharger, carborator and everything that made the car fast. He asked all the officers if the had tickets for their show. He gave them all tons of tickets for their concert. The good old days. Great drummer, father, husband, bandmate and passionate individual. He loved his son, Jason, his wife and all the fans.

Wat a cool church too !!! RIP BONZO!!! YOUR THE BEST EVER !!!!;😅

When I was younger i use to do schoolboy scrambling and race with John Bonhams son Jason ,who was a really good rider back in the day. John was always there with the rest of the parent's supporting the kid's....he also managed to secure sponsorship from kawasaki for Jason . I think Jason went on to become a top musician as well ....and i know for a fact that he still loves and follows motocross racing till this day.

Great video Paul, keep them coming. There is a brilliant monument to John in Redditch town centre , worth a look .

Fabulous. As ever. I fink I found it. Adore these videos and love the respect given. Thank you Sir. Todays reflection on John, the Church, the Horse, The Weeping Willow tree, the pond. The beauty of England. Such Peace and Tranquility.

Rushock churchyard just outside of Kidderminster. Local lad to me. From Redditch

My brother in law seen led zeppelin there first big live gig Aug 1968 at the Mayfair suite in Newcastle

Hi Paul, I am a lover of led zeppelin and was devastated when John died, I am very lucky to have photos of John's Rolls-Royce when it was secretly taken to a garage for respraying, photos were taken by my late father who worked next door to the garage,

I was 10 years old when John Bonham passed away. I will forever be reminded of September 25th 1980 it was the day I turned 10. I was already a fan of Zeppelin because of my older brother's. I remember watching the news it was the last story reported on. I'm now 52, and still believe Zeppelin are the greatest rock band. IMO Zeppelin were the first band to showcase each band members skill. Bonham is the reason I took up drumming, they have remained a constant in my life, and always will. Sadly 3 months later John Lennon was senselessly murdered. God bless John Bonham and John Lennon

Pure TALENT, THE ROCK TO LED Zeppelin , he died on my birthday... I feel his energy... stair way the heaven..

The best drummer ever. Just unbelievable 🙏🤟

One of my favourite drummers john bonham led zeppelin were brilliant along with the late ginger Baker

I took my Australian friend to the grave and the church. It’s a stunning, peaceful and moving site. The church was beautiful. We went on a Led Zeppelin day. An old school acquaintance runs a pub and rehearsal space in Stourport On Severn ( Where I grew up) and the silent partner is Robert Plant. Matt who runs it is boyfriend of Plant’s niece. Mimi (Plant’s niece) is an amazing chef. We went to The Swan for lunch, then on to the grave.

Simply the best

Wow that apsolutely beautiful aww I really admire him as a die hard Rock fan of Queen and of course Queens drummer Roger Taylor who lives in Turo 🥁👑😎🤘🤘 ,🥁🥁 I would love to go their and experience this as well , rock music is everything to my life forever 👑🤘💝🎸 thank you ever so much for paying tribute and going their too John Bonham's final resting place, my dear friend Paul ,ya friend always Rodders 🥁🙏😎🤘🤘👑

A great story Paul! I was a fan of Led Zeppelin starting at age 17. Then my son also became a big fan at age 17. There is a Led Zeppelin tribute band here in the states called "Get the Led Out". They are fantastic! They play all over the country and I will be seeing them for the 4th time in September and taking my son along for the ride! I know he will love it!

I'm glad I found you. I'm 70 and grew up listening to Zeppelin. Thanks for showing me where John is buried.

Thanks again paul nice video.

Arguably the biggest influence on my playing. There are others of course, but he was the man, a real innovator who changed the approach to rock drumming forever RIP.

Not a fan of the group ...but had heard of him .... He was so young when he passed away 💔Beautiful tribute 💙

great vidio as per that beautiful horse really liked you.❤❤

John Bonham loved custom drag cars and fast cars in general along with racing them, hence the toy cars. I love Led Zeppelin...🥰😍❤‍🔥💔

Whole Lotta Love- "I wanna be your backdoor man". Make up for own mind on that lyric line!!. Thanks for the video.

Was nice to see you conversing with that horse a bit of a cowboy and a free spirit in you son,😮thought you was going to mosey on out of there on that horse for a minute!😂

Beautiful resting place and a gorgeous church, and your little story about your singing audition was fun, the things we all do when we are young! 😂. 💐🌹💐🌹

Totally amazing Drummer, R.I.P John.

Lovely video. Thank you Paul.

At this moment I am sitting at home approx 500yds from where he died in Clewer

Loved the horse too!❤

Thank you for this, I live far away in Toronto. My favorite band all my life.

I can't wait Paul, John Bonham 🤘

I totally agree about the energy, it’s so electric, considering it’s a graveyard

not a huge led zeppelin fan such a young age to go the church was beautiful and l liked your new friend lovely location.

Bonzo is a legend. I took my daughter to Kidderminster for a couple of nights on 9th May for her 16th birthday (she's a big Zep fan) and we visited John's grave on 10th, so, just a couple of days before you were there. I wish I could show you the photo I took in my kitchen before we went of what we wanted to leave at his resting place, because we left the framed print of him with the love heart which is featured on your video. We also left a small bottle of vodka next to the photo and that wasn't there when you filmed. Tut. We also left a pair of drum sticks at the far left of the stone, out of the way of the rest, and they're gone, or, have been put in with the others. (We also went to the home of his birth place, his bronze memorial in Redditch town centre, and Robert Plant's childhood home.) We also signed the book in the church as we had travelled from North Norfolk. And we had a word with the horses :) Thank you for visiting and sharing your film. It's a beautiful and very peaceful place, not easy to find, and it's no surprise his family wanted John to be rested there x

Love it when you get into churches,cant travel far so its lovely to see xx

Great drummer probably the best rock drummer of all time thank you Paul love your videos and listening to you I think your presenting is relaxing

rip john. such a nice church. beautiful horse hes so sweet and friendly bless. hope you are doing well paul x

Hi Paul liked the video beautiful church ❤️ horses looking forward to the next video 🙂👍👌

Another fantastic video Paul thank you for the hard work and entertainment you bring to us with these videos. Long may it continue x

Thanks🥁🎶

Wow I wish I could go to his grave thank you sir for taking me

Thank you Paul once again a great video. It did seem very peaceful there and I think it’s the beautiful church that John is near. It’s so beautiful there, the countryside and the birds singing. He died in 1980 I don’t really remember him much, now I will because you showed us his place of rest and the story behind him. Take care and I’ll see you again. (Jennifer). ❤

Got to see Zeppelin twice, 75 and 77 at Tarrant County Convention Center in Fort Worth Texas. What a shock when I heard the sad news of Bonzo's passing 😢

Loved watching, lovely church and church yard, beautiful horse x

Great posting Paul. Having lived in Worcester previously for 25 years I've visited his grave on several occasions. A very quaint, quiet English churchyard the opposite of how he lived his life. His home is nearby with a row of conifers lining the driveway. There is also a blue plaque at the home which coincides with a visit by Jimmy Hendrix to his home. Incredible drummer who played on some incredible songs. Robert Plant lives not too far away either

Sadly my 3 fave drummers all gone bonzo neil peart and ginger baker