Memories of Dunoon
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
- Memories of Dunoon is a documentary set in the beautiful landscape of Dunoon and the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll and Bute.
David Saunders was born and raised in Dunoon till he was about 9 years old after which he left to live in Glasgow and then Glenrothes.
After many years he has decided to return, and along with his growing family he visits nostalgic locations in and around Dunoon and narrates his story of mixed emotions and past experiences of growing up in this beautiful part of the world.
I was there with USS Simon Lake and the last ship to leave in Holy Loch. Fond memories. Fish and chips, swimming at the public pool, Cowal Games, early Scottish breakfast in town, pub crawling at night on a Friday to start the weekend.
Amazing! 😃
Thanks for the video, I served on USS Hunley 1982 - 84 married a Scottish lass, 2 kids, loved the place. Scotland is my 2nd home. I was there last month.
I was there from 1981-84. We lived in Kirn first. Then ended up in Sandbank. I am hoping to be able to return in the near future. I left my heart there.
I lived in Dunoon for 4 years. My God, the memories, my son was born in a midwives house in town. From playing golf with my 78 year old landlady. To getting the coal up every morning to get hot water. We did it all. Highland games, not letting the pub close. Meredith. Catching the last ferry. Who needed Glasgow. We had everything we ever needed in that little town. Never had to look for a cab though. Ha Ha.
Sounds like such an amazing time! Thanks for sharing!
I was stationed in Holy Loch on the Canopus in 70-71. Went to Dunoon every chance i had. I really loved that place and the people hold a special place in my heart after all these years. Great video. Tons of memories
Tim Sebastian thanks for that really warm comment! It seems to be such an ageless place that really retains its beauty! Hope you get the chance to go again soon!!
Thank you for David's story. My acquaintance with Dunoon began in 1984 as a young sailor stationed in the Holy Loch and my love for the place has grown ever since. I visit as often as possible. The scenery in that area alone is worth the price of admission!
Thank you for this video. I was stationed on the USS Simon Lake 1966-1068. I’ve had several visits to Dunoon and would love to return again. God bless you and you’re family.
Thanks so muchc (: Sounds like you had an amazing experience!
What a beautiful video! I had the privilege of visiting Dunoon in the mid-1970's, when the U.S. submarine I was serving on made a stop in Dunoon/Holy Loch. We spent several days, and I fell in love with the area and the people. I would love to bring my wife and visit Dunoon again, but I'm afraid I would want to stay. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and history, and your experiences in Dunoon. It will always hold a special place in my heart and in my memories.
You would receive a lovely welcome from the people of Dunoon. I only moved here last year. I am amazed by how beautiful it is and how kind the people are. Best wishes and stay safe 🏴 😊 👍
Hello, at first, wonderful video! I'm French and British, I'm 16 and since i was kid I went to Dunoon every years to see my grandma, I saw my grandma's house in this video in the road. Your video gaves me lots of memories, I'm very nostalgic. Thank you so much
Thanks for your kind words!
Thank you from a former Holy Loch Hunley sailor. Great memories of Dunoon and ALL the AWESOME people there!
Thanks for your comments Mike - I agree that Dunoon is a truly remarkable place with Amazing people!
@@KaiCreative boy i miss Dunoon Scotland, sailer from Hunley 1982- 1984 the best years of my life. I miss the peir disco, Lorenzo's fish n chips, Bombay indian restaurant, the Chinese restaurant, tennis courts, i even remember the mayor at time Neil Alexander, great tenmis player.and the Scottish lassies. And so much more. The freindliest people in the world. Cheerio
Born in Dunoon.lived in Sandbank.moved to Canada in 1967.MacDonald
A very nice movie.I was two times in Dunoon and i love it.
Absolutely fantastic so love this video, thank you. 😊 xx
my late dad spent his young years in Dunoon he had happy memories of it and would often take us there as children. lovely video
Thank you for your kind words, I'm sorry to hear about your dad! It truly is an amazing place!
Watching this from Innellan right now. The view makes Covid-19 isolation far more bearable. Lovely film, thank you for making and uploading 😊 🏴 💓
Glad that it could bring a bit of peace in this troubled time! Thank You (:
Thank you so much for this. My father was stationed there during the mid-60s and I, too, attended Kirn School. My first teacher there was Miss Sinclair, then I had Miss McClennan (she spoke Gaelic), and then Miss Boistelle. There was a young woman who lived with us named Janie McKechnie, who helped around our house and took care of me. I was so sad to leave beautiful Dunoon, and I really should go back someday.
Was there 64 66 with my family went to dunoon and kirn schools. Those were interesting times.
thanks for all the memories I served there from 1985 to 1991 on the Simon lake
My dad WT Jones was on the Canopus in 70-72 in Dunoon. Retired there with a full pipe band. We lived next to the Kingarth.
What a lovely video about a lovely family, loved every minute of it.My wife and I have just returned from a few days in Scotland, and we sailed across the ferry from dunoon to make our way back to Wales. Had a lovely few hours in dunoon. Much appreciated your experience as a child and your memories. Alun Richard's Swansea.
Thanks for your kind words Alun - I have already passed this message on to him (:
I worked for Portsmouth naval shipyard and spent several tours there from 1979 to late 1980 s I enjoyed it very much
I love this documentary, because i know Dunoon and i miss it ... :-(
It is such a tranquil amazing place! And the people are just so friendly! I miss is too!!!!
Great Video Thanks
I live there right now I'm watching this from dunoon
Lucky!! (:
Love Dunoon ❤
was stationed on the USS Canopus AS-34 Holy Loch 73-75 A-Gang Small Boats...so many many memories were touched again with this video including a very parallel life through childhood. thank you for such a wonderful video...Ron Bishop
Thanks for your comments Ron - So much history there - glad to hear the stories of so many that lived there over the years!
Do you know what happened to the Box L's? We were told they couldn't get parts for them and we had the only two left. I never figured that out. I know there were other Box-Ls out there. They were great boats to cross the Clyde on a rough night. I was on A-Gang Small Boats in '93. I rode the Canopus over from Bremerton. EN1
Lived in Kirn for a few years..my heart is still there although I am now in Canada..left in 1960.Does anyone know of Doreen Hannah.?My name is Glynis..she was my best friend.We went dancing in Dunoon every Sat,and had coffee alot in Junos
Love Dunoon ( I’m watching from Dunoon )
I found that quite moving! excellent production, thanks.
+MrJuniorshabadoo Thanks for your kind words! It truly is a beautiful place!
This where i was stationed as a teen back in the early 80,s.
Awww Home Thankyou
Nothing beats it (:
Thank you for sharing this- truly enjoyed it!!!
+Maureen Gillette Glad that you enjoyed it! I made it for my Dad :-)
Great! Is she still there? Many folk come from this place!!!
Really enjoyed your video memory of Dunoon. I went to school with Phillip, and remember him well.
+Scot orca Oh Wow Scot! You know my uncle Phillip and went to school with him!! That is truly Amazing!!
+Kai Creative - Yes, certainly a small world. Thought your video was very professional, and well edited. A good advert for the area 👍
+Scot orca Thank you sir! A truly beautiful place and beautiful people!
Lovely video.
I loved the fish and chips shop where they wrapped up the food in newspaper. The would ask if you wanted salt and vinegar as they were putting it on the meal - LOL
I really want to go back!
@@KaiCreative One of these days!
Loved the real newspaper
Same here mate my pops was on the Hunley
Yesterday was my birthday and I am now 47 . I lived in Dunoon with my mom , my sister and step dad . My parents were in the navie and there was a couple ships stationed there. It was cold but so extremely green . It was breathtaking 😊. We hiked everywhere my mom could find and went to abandoned castles. My mother loved nature just as I do . I live in Pennsylvania and it's kind of the same whether. Just a little warmer and we can swim in Erie lake. I'm a plant lover . My name is Heather. I'm really considering growing heather. Any tips would help so I can make it as comfortable as possible. Thanks in advance 😁
Sorry I meant navy .
Amazing to hear this story - I need to return again - when I made this video I didn’t have kids now I have 2 - and I’m sure they would love it 😍
Gotten r fancy with the fish and chips I I liked the newspaper wrapped better !
I really had a great time here ! It's all changed now !
I was here in 1970 ...it's changed so much ! Was a wee holiday town , had an arcade ! That was a big deal then !
Thank you for your comment! Dunoon is certainly a fantastic place to visit!
Hi Dave All these years I didn’t you were interested in Jails joking aside I enjoyed watching your vlog it brought back fond memories see you at the group tomorrow 28/01
I was there in 1963 and I loved it then still do,I went to kirn school 🏫 was there when the hurricane struck and reggies was destroyed 😢
another alumi of kirn school 65 66. .6th 7 th grade.
@@d.kelley8297 the hurricane was in 1968 i remember it well very scary 😳
@@d.kelley8297 I was in Dunclutha children's home in 1963 until end of 1968
I can't make out the name of the ship next to the puffer. It looks like a three master, is it the De Waden? After looking at the photo on my wall I don't think it is. Last I heard she was in a museum in England.
I guess they don't wrap the fish and chips in an old copy of The Sun anymore. Used to be a treat if you got the page 2 girl!
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Omgosh I remember that and it was delicious 😋
He talks about his family but we are not introduced us to them. We are left to wonder who are his children and grandchildren.
Wow, so this was filmed with a 6d? Faithful?
Yes sir it was! All on the 6D all in the Faithful picture setting! (:
@@KaiCreative looks amazing!
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Funny how everyone in Dunoon hates Dunoon
When I saw the title I was like OMG OMG OMGODKEODJEI THAT'S WHERE I LIVE!!!! 😂
Hey me to
Me too!
Fantastic video.
Thankyou
Thanks for your comment Lisa! Glad you enjoyed it! (: