Windy Ridge

[BikinGlynn]

I was beginning to think these sort of places didn't exist! u know the type u guys always seem to find packed full of stuff, but then I stumble upon this gem.

I had a free weekend so decided to take the mountain bike over to South Wales, & only had a quick look the evening before on our friend google, to try to tie a bit of exploring in.
This caught my eye & I couldn't find anything about it. Dared I say I cant recall seeing it posted before, but am sure some of u will recognise it.

Anyway I ventured up said narrow winding road & the only place to park is right in the drive mouth. Apart from the obvious suspicion this meant every vehicle had to slow to get past my van, which left me on edge throughout.

I don't do much solo stuff & was not at ease. at first I couldn't decide if it was actually empty as the front lawn & rear "field" was neatly cut so I was properly terrified, but thought I'm only here once, so jumped the padlocked gate & approached with a "Just wondering if u wanted to sell" attitude.

I found the rear door open & ventured in. I have never had such a personal feel on an explore, with socks neatly folded & unopened bottles I knew not many had ventured her.
the house struck a particular chord with me as the owner was clearly involved it structural engineering (a cow maybe?) which running a structural steel fabricators myself seemed pretty apt.

Anyway on with the pics, I hope I have done it some sort of justice!


P7230331 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr


P7230328 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr


P7230209 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr


P7230312 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr


P7230269 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr


P7230289 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr



P7230315 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230257 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230241 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230231 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

This Made me chuckle!
P7230271 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230255 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230309 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230226 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230303 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230216 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230207 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230220 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230274 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

P7230214 by Glynn Preston, on Flickr

Loads more here.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/121867849@N03/with/28442489682/

 

[The_Derp_Lane]

That is a little beauty. Thanks for sharing.

 

[oldscrote]

That's a goodun.Especially liked the rat trap having had a roof rabbit in the attic recently

 

[Mikeymutt]

That's a super find mate.and nice to see someone finding there own thing.and something different.lovely report too

 

[mockingbird]

Done the place justice, that decor in the livingroom blimey something my grandmother still has, along with a vintage clock. Hope this stays as your find, top marks an beats everything ive seen recently!

 

[BikinGlynn]

Thanks for the replies, if I could of bought it I would of

 

[Lavino]

Cracking find there. I love the old houses.

 

[dirge]

Cracking find that mate! Such an odd but cool looking fireplace.

 

[Dirus_Strictus]

That fireplace; along with the original Crittall windows gives a very good indication as to when this place was originally built. Obviously had some updating by the looks of the UPVC abortion in photo 9.

The text book is one of a series from the 20's/30's on building/construction matters that were aimed at the night school student or apprentice, there were other series on all aspects of carpentry and woodworking, motor engineering and heavy engineering in general.

 

[BikinGlynn]

Yeah there is quite a bit of late deco style in there. There was also hand written instructions "to the site manager" hence I think he may of been a clerk or QS. I found it all mighty interesting & could of spent hours in there if I wernt so damn scared lol

 

[skankypants]

Always good to see new places,,liked that a lot

 

[mtc3154]

What a fab place.Areal gem

 

[Rubex]

It's got everything! Fantastic find BikinGlynn

 

[Sam Haltin]

That's very nice. A few bits and pieces brought back memories. Picture 11 I had a giggle at.

 

[flyboys90]

Cracking find,the fire surround is a real belter.Smashing images.