Thank you for watching this somewhat looong video. I had so much to talk about. I gave my son Angelo a few moments at the end to tell you about his new album. If enough people preorder it his band "Collateral" could get in the UK charts. If you would like to support them the link is here cargorecordsdirect.co.uk/products/collateral-rewired With sincere thanks to you all ( whether you order it or not). Love Nicola xx

The Button is the Cardigan Millitia (Prince of Wales Own) as used on the 1797 pattern Infantry coatee made of pewter (Other ranks) and silver gilt for officers. The smaller Star Wars figure is an Imperial snow trooper from The Empire Strikes Back (1980) Missing his thermal field skirt. The larger figure is Rea from Episode VII The Force Awakens (2015) as Played by Daisy Riddley, Grandaughter of playwrite Arnold Riddley (Of Dad's Army fame). hopefully this has gone some way to answering your questions😃

Bens art gives new meaning to, "you can find art anywhere". So unexpected. He seems like a nice man, glad you got a chance to meet him.

I would like to say this: I just returned home from a 10 day visit to London,and with my Foreshore permit,spent many low tide hours mudlarking,in my humble,rookie way. And I thrilled at every millisecond of it,even if my finds were few and far between! Yes,Nicola,inspired this adventure,but so did all of you who post videos,too! I’m saying this here,based on the assumption that EVERYONE is watching Nicola’s videos,so it’s the best place for me to say this to all of you. The mudlarks. I felt the foreshore pass under my feet,as wave upon wave splashed upon my boots. I felt the exhilaration of a find,and the laugh-inducing discovery of a non- find! I thrilled at seeing the mighty river suddenly racing east,chasing the moon. I witnessed old bricks,somehow,impossibly tumble in the wake of the river. I heard that subtle,hypnotic tinkling of the finer bits moving back and forth amongst the waves. And I felt the cool September water upon my hands,as I welcomed so many lovely things into mine. So yeah,thank you,MUDLARKS! You affected my life. ❤️

Wow, I so enjoyed seeing the artwork by the Chewing Gum Man and learning how he goes about creating these little tokens of art behind for all to enjoy on their travels around town. Great work Sir! Also, it is so nice to see Angelo again and I wish him and his band much success on their new album. Sending you big hugs and much love from the USA! ❤

Very nice finds. Ben was the rarest and most valuable in my eyes, such a great artist. Speaking of artists, I've been missing your own great artwork, Nicola.

Nicola, you give us so much in taking us along on your adventures. During Victoria's rolling lockdowns it was such a treat to join you every week. Angelo is so charismatic and articulate - may his album fly into the charts!

How could your audience be anything else to someone who is kind, engaging and inclusive herself? I enjoy tagging along on your mudlarking adventures! ❤️

Hi Nicola, yet again Great video. Regarding the actors from Star Wars you mentioned Kenny Rogers, his actual name is Kenny Baker who came from Birmingham and sadly passed away in Preston, Lancashire in 2016,xx

A proud mum, and an equally proud son, who’s very talented musically. I’d heard of collateral before I saw this, they very very good. Best of luck with the new CD sales, I’ll be getting one.

Oh my gosh!!! Now you’re a comedienne! That lipgloss bit cracked me up. I didn’t see it coming. You’re just the BEST, Nicola. The whole video was great but your humor just got me today. ❣️LOVE YOU ~Nana from Tennessee❣️

Ben is amazing! The world needs more people who desire to transform something undesirable to something that makes people smile!

Imperial Snowtrooper. First appeared in "The Empire Strikes Back" in 1980. The figure appears to be of vintage manufacture from the same time period. Not really sure how rare he is, but a cool find. Hopefully he'll look better after a thorough cleaning. :)

What a wonderful video, Nicola, just chock full of surprises, including Chewing Gum Man and Angelo! It was great seeing Angelo once again and congratulations to him and Collateral on the new release. As always, you continue to delight us with your finds and stories, Nicola. I agree that you have some of the kindest and funniest subscribers around. Great job today.

Oops , have more to say., It warms my heart to see that you and Angelo have such a close relationshiop. You both encourage each other in your endeavors and provide that much needed emotional support......Nice. Good Luck Angelo with your new album.

The chewing gum man was amazing. I walked across that bridge about ten years ago but did not notice the paintings; he may not have been active then. But these are very nice; his paint dabbed clothing were works of art in themselves. It is also difficult to paint lying down except when you are about five years old.....I love to see what you find mudlarking. It is such a historic hobby.

Hello from Northern Ireland, Nicola and Angelo! :D Edit: That was a Snow Trooper. The female S.W. is Rey. ^_^ The Beano kid is Smiffy; he was a Bash Street Kid. Did you find the Ganeshas? Idols of him are put into rivers during Hindu festivals, especially his birthday, Ganesh Chaturthi.

Chewing Gum Man needs a channel where he fast forwards start to finish his creations! Lovely.

I'm new to your fantastic channel!. I'm a lifelong (age 60) collector of all things,10 speed bikes, radios, bottles, coffee cups, records, bass guitars,and saxophones!!! You have the passion for finding such rare and valuable collectibles!! I'm hooked!!! luke skywater!!!! ha ha !!!

You found a Star Wars figure and that's awesome. I had a massive collection of vintage. Great video. It's a Snowtrooper from The Empire Strikes Back, it's missing his skirt. The larger modern Star Wars is the main heroine Rey Skywalker from the last trilogy.

Turning “yuk” into funny and beautiful works of ART ! Makes our lives less hectic and more fun ! GOD BLESS ALL 👩‍🎨 🧑🏾‍🎨👨🏻‍🎨. 🙀👵🏻😱🖖🏼👽🐲SINGERS AND MUSICIANS ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Love your son, beautiful music, will pass it on to my sons, After their dad died I also tried to get them to continue their dreams, one finished his mechanic studies and is working in a good company and the other wanted to become a tattoo artist and though many people didn, t believe in him, he is now doing very well, he prepared himself very well and pursued his dream. Hope your son has all the luck in the world, us mums will never let them down😘

It was an imperial snow trooper,serving on the planet hoth,originally he would have been completely white,but over time the white turned yellow on the legs and arms,he was produced in 1980 after empire strikes back,and would have come with a vinyl white waist cloak and a dark blue long blaster,worth a fair bit if in mint condition.

Shoutout to Angelo!!! Great success for you and your band! You are part of quite a talented family! I have your first album -- and I'll order this one also. All the best Nicola, Angelo and family!!!

I'm from Ghent, Belgium. Years ago I was waiting at a bus stop in the center, and thought I saw a homeless person with dirty clothes next to a cafe, laying on the floor. An unusual place to be sitting since it is a busy sidewalk. Then I saw the 'homeless' person was actually Ben and he was making some art of some old gum blobs :)

Love your plastic and toy menagerie..they too seem to tell a story..it makes me smile and excited every time your videos pop up.And what a treasure your son is!! He has an amazing talent and presence..love hearing about your family and random tidbits of life in your London..thank you for smiles and the history once again Nicole..you are the treasure in my KZfaq lol..much love and luck to you both

I love how you give all the plastic finds a second chance. So cute how you display them. Your studio looks a lot like mine. I'm a typical artist, I collect everything and make everything. lol I preordered Angelo's CD. Who couldn't order from a such great guy who isn't afraid to say he loves his mum? He makes my heart happy. Best of luck to him and thanks for another great video

Again… what a beautiful voice Angelo has! Very apparent why you are so proud!! ❤

Querida nicola . No solo disfruto de tus hallazgos , también me gusta la forma en la que editas tus videos .siempre una buena mezcla de música e imágenes muy agradables y relajadas. A decir verdad creo que gracias a tus videos conozco el thames desde la distancia y a veces me gustaría estar ahí buscando algunos tesoros . Como siempre esperando tus videos te saluda cordialmente un argentino desde España.

Yardley brings back the high school years for me.

I’m a 63 year old American woman who just fell in love with your son’s voice. I’d like to pre order his album but I couldn’t from the website. I am sorry for my baby-boomer computer issues. Nicola, his voice is epic.

"I hope they didn't take them all at once" - I laughed so hard! So funny!

Really loved it when you found those milk bottles!

That beautiful blue 💙 bottle that you found the color is called "Cobalt Blue" here in the USA & it's my favorite color of blue !!!! That's awesome that the little Star Wars toy got a new home !!! Nicola you have a nice collection of toys & stuffed animals that you have found at the River Thames !!! That's a wonderful idea wanting to have the toys adopted by children & give them a loving home ❤ !!! Enjoyed your video so very much !!! ❤️🙂

Sukie Sunkap.. you said 'Suzie'. I'm such a pedant. What a wonderful video from a radiant, articulate, beautiful presenter. The chewing gum guy, quintessentially Englishly eccentric, fantastic. I too remember the 1/3 pint cute, wee milk bottles from our morning break. Maggie Thatcher (The Milk Snatcher) was involved with taking those off us when she was Minister for Education. Thank you Nicola - wonderful content.

Love the blue glass bottle Nicola, what an unusual find and those Yardley adverts are just hilarious, typical 1970's I would guess ? Good luck to Angelo and Collateral with the new album, If it's anything like the first album it will be a winner 👍 ( I've just pre-ordered mine with Cargo records). , Looking forward to your next lark as always X

Hello from Sweden ! 🇸🇪 I too recognized The Watzin's Keratin bottle at once, as it has a very specific design. I was thinking: when Nicola turns it over it must say Watzin on the bottom. I have a couple of those which I found in old dumps. Apparently a popular product which my mom remembers from the 40's and 50's. When you look it up you find that it's still sold today in bottles of the same design, although sadly made of plastic...

I can’t imagine why someone would put a negative comment on your site. How and why? The one thing I find unbelievable is that you have a son that age! I can have one that age as I’m ten years older than you… but you are faaaaar too young! Please wish your son all the best with his album, if the small snippet was a sample, it should, and deserves to do well. 🌟🌟🌟👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🌸🌸🌸

Another cracking video, thank you Nicola. Your son is an absolute credit to you, I wish him and his band all the luck in the world. And thank you for those Yardley ads, I remember those little pots of lip gloss from the 70s and 80s 😂 Annoyingly I was working on the weekend when you were at Waterman's Hall, but I managed to get to the Guildhall today and it was a real thrill to actually be able to touch Roman coins and medieval pottery and see uranium glass up close and to see some of the faces of the people I follow on social media. As I was saying to Mrs Mudlark, I'm so grateful to you and the mudlarking community for finding and saving all these precious pieces of our history. You guys are just the best! xxx Karen (PS I still live in hope that one day I'll bump into you or Si-finds on the foreshore, for me that would be the equivalent of you finding a hammered coin or a complete onion bottle 😉)

Rey! Daisy Ridley played Rey... and won't give away who she is but she had the Force for sure. So sad some poor child lost her. My grand daughter used to love dressing as her, her mother would do her hair and her father got her the costume. Many memories seeing both those Star Wars figures, my son with the Hoth (ice planet), well the grandkid too, we often had to hide in the closet pretending to be on Hoth when she visited. Love your videos, very calming. Thanks for them.

I have your sons first album, and walk to work, Rocking out to it. Just to let you know, your videos are without a doubt my happy place. I'm a nurse and things are pretty bad at the mo, so nicola white Wednesdays have become a thing in my house. Xx

I always wonder what will happen to my various collections when I pass on (might be quite soon). All the little finds that only mean something to me. I've disposed of much of it already but the balance will likely be binned. It would be quite cool if the Thames finds could be given back to the river one day for another fortunate person to get excited about finding.

That was the best orange I ever tasted, I am now 73 and can remember the milkman and his horse and cart, the horse would walk along without being told. As a child I would hitch a ride with my metal roller skates on. I enjoy watching your show, I was born in Limehouse and now live in Melbourne Australia.

Love your videos. The Star Wars characters you found are indeed just that. The Stormtrooper, more specifically a Snow Trooper, is from The Empire Strikes Back. The second film released in 1980. The large doll is Ray Skywalker, the main star from the most recent films. Also, in your photo is Kenney Baker, not Rodgers who played R2-D2.

Nicola, you're a sweet, clever and witty lady! I love watching what you've found and all the interesting things you tell us about! I've followed you for years and your videos never get old! I love that your son came on to let us help him with his album, I've heard his music and he's so very talented and has a great band! Sending lots of love and hugs and hope and peace 😘🥰😍💔

33:26 OMG! I LOVE Mudlarker Nicola Barbie! 😍😍😁 I hope the folks at Mattel see this. You so deserve this honour. 😁🥰

Love from the old lady in Texas USA may God bless you always and forever

MUDLARKING NICOLA BARBIE...WAY TOO COOL!!! YOU ROCK!!!

Ben's art work is amazing it's beautiful thanks for sharing loved it also love your finds

Nicola great video once again,enjoying your finds and enthusiasm infectious !

Thank you for taking a video of the artist. I enjoyed his artwork and hearing his story. I am a bit of an artist myself.

Great vid, as always nicola. thanks for posting x

Ben Wilson the chewing gum man is so innovative, good for him. Terrific idea. The adds were so funny weren’t they. Best of luck to your son with his music.

Wow , great voice there buddy , not just some whim you are chasing . Much success to you and the band .

Nicola, knitting, mudlarking, breakfast,and a handsome lad, absolutely fabulous x. 🍁🇨🇦🌞🐘

OMG!! What a great find! Ben is a genius!! I love the spontaneous art!!

Really loved the video 🙂 Good luck to Angelo and his band!

Adore you and all the interesting things you find! Best of luck to Angelo and his band!

i'm sure that your mum is very proud of you too Angelo - Go for it!!!

Ben's chewing gum work is absolutely brilliant. I will definately check it out before flying home!

Another excellent video, great to walk again with you by the Thames , Nicola . You bring much a needed bright spot after the great sadness recently . Thank you x

Glad I got to meet Ben The Chewing Gum Man. It’s an unusual person who wishes to spread. Art and pleasure. A smile is a nice thing to share.

Awesome video, Nicola! Jell-O is made from bone marrow! I eat that green lime flavored kind all the time!😆 I am not a star wars fan but I am nostalgic for the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Recently I happened across a video on the cooperation between George Lucas and Stephen Spielberg and their agreement to promote each other's films. So, in E.T. you see Elliott playing with Star Wars toys and later E.T., disguised as a ghost, follows a kid in a Yoda costume while saying "Home! Home!". Well later, if you look really closely, you will see a booth full of E.T.s in Star Wars, The Phantom Menace. I think it is in the Senate meeting scene. E.T.'s species is called the Aspergians in the franchise lore 😊👍🇺🇸🇬🇧

Always top notch production values as well as wonderful commentary 😊just the greatest channel 😊♥️

Great video, especially nice to see Ben, I’ve admired his work over the bridge many times!

Always love your videos Nicola, they are so interesting, especially when you delve deeper into the history of your finds. Your son Angelo has a great voice by the way👍

You have such fine documentary instincts. I tremendously enjoy the largely unvarnished look you give us at the people you encounter while doing what you do.

“I hope they didn’t take them all at once.”😂🤣😆 I can’t help but wonder what was in your mind’s eye when you said that, lol.

Hi Nicola, ..after reviewing your immense toy collection I would refer you to my comment on your last vlog, perhaps a source for further orphans!......or maybe unlike Dr Bernadoes you're full up. . As for the Yardley bottle top that reminds me of my late mum but also of you as you are always so gorgeous in all your studio appearances ...even sans"watzin". I'm sure there is a huge market for Nicola dolls,you should look into it ...I want one! but she must come with pink wellie!!. Great vlog Nicola I love every single one.I hope your son has huge sales of his latest record ...so much talent I wonder where he gets it from*Grin*. Bye till next time,lots of love X

Button Cardigan Militia is possibly related to Welsh Militia circa 1790-1810. Found on site of military buttons, but says there's is made of copper alloy/gilt. Looked that up and found this 27th Royal Cardigan Rifle Corps (‘Royal’ from 1804, Light Infantry from 1810, Rifle Corps from 1812) .

Thank you for another fabulous mudlarking adventure

I used to have Virol in the 1950s, Angelo. I loved it! Love your mum’s vids, too.

This is what I wait for on a Sunday my time to relax and watch my favourite KZfaqr Nicola as always a perfect video hope yr son has all the success he deserves keep these video’s coming ❤

Thanks for sharing another wonderful video All our love from Bedford Texas

I thoroughly enjoy watching your channel. The art work from Ben is outstanding, a clever guy. You make finding things look so easy. I'm sure if I tried I would only find mud. Keep the vids coming.

Great video! Very cool finds. Loved the tiny paintings on chewing gum. Your son sounds great! What a talent!

Thank you forvtaking me along. Here in Canada it is raining and cold. Love Ben Wilson's art and positivity. Amazing finds. Reminds me to look up and down and all around.

Thankyou Nicola for your lovely comments.Angelo is a handsome young man indeed.I wish him the very best with his band and his career. Not an easy business to break into.Your friend, Harry Bond Waterloo, Iowa. USA

Thank you for putting out such great videos, with your content how could anyone be a “hater”. I love the hunt then the clean up and the in-depth information on the finds. That’s what makes your videos awesome and the fact that you just seem like a lovely, wholesome and nice human being.

The Thames mud must be good for keeping your hands looking very youthful. Always enjoy your show, thank you!

Love your videos. Its always enjoyable to see what you find. Angelo is very handsome....😍😍😍😎😎😎🤗🤗

Thanks for video Nicola!

@ 5:45 that's actually a Snowtrooper and not a Stormtrooper from the Empire Strikes Back circa 1980. @30:51 that's Rey from The Last Jedi, one of the recent set of Star Wars movies. The little person who was inside R2-D2 was Kenny Baker. I think you said Kenny Rogers, who was a popular Country Western singer here in America back in the 70's and 80's.

You're a real rare💎 gem find⚘😍 the queen finding old amazing things❤👏👏👏👏

What a great video! From the finds to bubblegum man and your handsom son! Wow! Thank you!

Beautiful opening --Nicola it is very good to see you

Toujours un véritable moment de détente 🎬🔎Beau travail comme d Habitude 🍀Alex France 🌹🍀🙏🌌

Good luck Angelo! Love your sound.

The star wars figure is indeed an imperial hòth storm trooper from the empire Strikes back 1980, I remember owning quite a few of these as a child, although most of my storm troopers were all white, I do remember having a few with grey arms, I remember someone mentioning years ago that they were factory errors or even proto types I'm not sure, but I have very fond memories of playing with my Star Wars toys, would love to find something like this, thanks for sharing x

Thank you so much for the wonderful videos. I'm in love with your style of content and your passion you show and your humor is awesome! ❤

Helloooo Nicola...im back home in Tennessee. My trip to London was amazing. We had so much fun. And I finally got my chance to mudlark on the Thames foreshore. Met several other mudlarks on the foreshore and a few people wanted to know what I "lost"! LOL The Thames Festival was spectacular enjoyed meeting Tobias, Marie and YOU! The Eagles are my fav..I will definitely pre-order Angelo's new album. Great video!!

Thank you Nicola love watching your videos

another great video...and enjoyed hearing Ben talk about his work.......and what a lovely young man your son is.

Your son is incredible Nicola! I will pre-order as soon as I can, would love to hear his music. Take care! ❤️❤️

Ben’s art work is just amazing! Also, I loved seeing your toy collection. ❤

Arrived back from London and took all the lovely memories (and finds) with me. It was so lovely to meet you on the foreshore Nicola. Here you made again a wonderful video. I loved the artist Chewing Gum Man's work, that's different and your son is marvelous, wishing him good luck to reach the UK charts! Hugs xxx

What a cool Barbie Doll that is awesome. Nice interview with Ben the gum guy. Good luck to Angelo.

A very interesting day and finds. We actually got round to watching before bedtime 😚. Thank you Nicola as always. From Norfolk.

Thanks for the great video today. I really got to see the humorous side of you today!

Hey Nicola, that metal "handbag" would fit perfectly in Kit and Caboodlers 1920s sugar box dolls house! Maybe you could make a trade with them for something equally sweet? I love how you support your very talented son Angelo in all his artistic endeavors! Be well from washington state USA ❤️