The Most Beautiful Ruin In The UK?

MrWolfman

The Most Beautiful Ruin In The UK?

Witley Court, nestled in Great Witley, Worcestershire, England, stands as a testament to grandeur despite its status as a ruined Italianate mansion. Originally commissioned by the Foleys in the seventeenth century, it replaced a former manor house. Its splendour expanded exponentially in the early nineteenth century under the visionary architect John Nash, at the behest of Thomas Foley, 3rd Baron Foley. Later, the estate passed into the hands of the Earls of Dudley, who, in the mid-19th century, embarked on a monumental reconstruction project, enlisting the expertise of Samuel Daukes. This endeavour birthed one of Victorian and Edwardian England's most magnificent palaces.

However, the Dudleys' fortunes waned, leading to the court's sale after the First World War to a Kidderminster carpet manufacturer. A devastating fire in 1937 inflicted severe damage, prompting the dispersal and sale of the estate, and the subsequent removal of its fittings and furnishings. Over four decades of neglect ensued until the house and its grounds found refuge under The Department of the Environment's guardianship in 1972. Since then, diligent restoration efforts have transformed the house into a breathtaking ruin, securing its place as a historical marvel.

Both Witley Court and the adjoining Church of St Michael and All Angels hold the distinguished Grade I listing, recognizing their architectural significance and historical importance.

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Blackbuckone

Permission gained ?

Probably not like all the other sites you didn't get permission at, only this time you actually flew over it just like you did at Dudley Castle.

It'll be because of people like you we get blanket bans put in place for drone flying.

Why do you have such an aversion to asking permission ?

Football stadiums, ancient monuments you really don't care do you ?

You just go out and fly and film, and you even admitted if you were challenged you then quickly scarper.

MrWolfman

Blackbuckone Posted at 5-12 07:53
Permission ?

Yes and paid entry

Blackbuckone

Really ?

English Heritage don't allow drone flying at their sites without written permission.

CADW are the same.

MrWolfman

I always ask but you just assumed I don’t.

You really do have an issue though as it looks like you only come along to trash people who are legally flying.

Good luck to you though but it only boosts the posts when I reply so I will thank you for that

MrWolfman

Blackbuckone Posted at 5-12 08:18
Really ?

English Heritage don't allow drone flying at their sites without written permission.

As you said you ask you show them your legal submit your risk assessment job done

Grow up friend really I have a Kermit

Blackbuckone

So you complied with all this did you ?

Watching your video you clearly broke these rules.

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Drone Guidance

The use of UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) or drones is not permitted to take off or land at any English Heritage sites without prior approval. If use is approved by English Heritage then the following conditions will apply.

Current CAA legislation states that drones are not permitted to be flown within 50 metres of any vessel, vehicle or structure which is not under the control of the person in charge of the aircraft. The aircraft should not be flown within 50 metres of any person except during take-off or landing or within 30 metres of any person except for the person in charge of the aircraft.

To ensure the safety and security of English Heritage sites, any drone flying must take place when the site is closed to the public. All operators must hold the following:

A current and valid GVC (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate) from the CAA for commercial work;
evidence of valid drone and public liability insurance;
a risk assessment for the proposed drone flight;
a flight plan for the proposed drone flight;
a technical specification for the make / model of drone to be used;

All drone operators and fliers must also provide details of their Drone Registration Identification numbers, as per new government guidance introduced in November 2019.

MrWolfman

Oh look your read the brochure

I ask I just explained permission give

Blackbuckone

MrWolfman Posted at 5-12 08:24
Oh look your read the brochure

I ask I just explained permission give

That'll be a first then, although with your record of reckless flying I simply do not believe you.

Blackbuckone

30 metres of any person except for the person in charge of the aircraft.

You broke that rule then, flying well under 30m of the top of the building height and people below.

MrWolfman

You really are rude aren’t you . Did you not have toys as a child. You make accusations which are just wrong and senseless, you get an answer to reassure you that it’s all legal and above bored but still your hurt and angry.

I feel for you I had children coming to me asking to look at the screen so that they could see the place from a view they would never get a chance to see it from people asking questions and you want to stop that with your hatred.

As I say I really feel for you I don’t think this is the right place for you I really don’t

MrWolfman

Blackbuckone Posted at 5-12 08:31
30 metres of any person except for the person in charge of the aircraft.

You broke that rule then, flying well under 30m of the top of the building height and people below.

I think you need to read the rules for a 249g drone mate you really showing yourself up now

Blackbuckone

MrWolfman Posted at 5-12 08:21
I always ask but you just assumed I don’t.

You really do have an issue though as it looks like you only come along to trash people who are legally flying.

You, sir, are a liar.

I invite others to go and read back through your posts, where you admitted several times with your videos, "I didn't need permission", and even suggested if challenged by an owner you'd promptly scarper.

You are a reckless flyer and with your track record I don't believe for a minute you gained permission from English Heritage, certainly not to fly a few feet above the roof and with people below.

That right away breaks their rules.

MrWolfman

I did state that because it’s a fact legally a fact
It does not mean I didn’t ask for permission
I have arrived at places and they have said no so I have not flown even though I could have legally. I don’t fly for confrontation I fly for fun legally and with permission

See even now you wish to go on and on and on

If you really cannot let go then feel free to report me carry on go ahead then in the end you will see no rules nothing illegal done

From now on I think I’ll name you funny guy hope you don’t mind

Anyways feel free to keep boosting the post but I’m abit tired of you now sorry so see you funny guy

Sean-bumble-bee

To answer the question of the title I would have to say "in my opinion not a chance", there are coastal castle ruins that are far more beautiful both in terms of their remaining structure and the scenery surrounding them.
In addition I'd guess quite a few monastery etc. ruins are much more beautiful.

MrWolfman

Well I’ll have to get out to the coast then but thanks for watching

OddjobSurveyor

More droneapults

Blackbuckone

MrWolfman Posted at 5-12 08:44
I did state that because it’s a fact legally a fact
It does not mean I didn’t ask for permission
I have arrived at places and they have said no so I have not flown even though I could have legally. I don’t fly for confrontation I fly for fun legally and with permission

We'll see.

MrWolfman

Funny man you really need help and I really don’t know why your here

Labroides

MrWolfman Posted at 5-13 20:11
Funny man you really need help and I really don’t know why your here

Your transitions are horrible.
After a minute I couldn't watch any more.

MrWolfman

Nice a spammer to boost my post nice one

Montfrooij

Apart from the random funny faces in the thumbnail, I liked the footage!

MrWolfman

lol thanks thumb nails are a work in progress I have no artistic impression lol