Tales of the Urban Explorer: The Policeman's House

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We had been pre-warned about “The Policeman’s House”. It’s empty, it’s been stripped, there's nothing left they had told us.

The warning was from a reliable source, and we had no reason to doubt it. Regardless... we were in the area and needed to look for ourselves.

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We were also warned (from a different source) that "The Station Masters" house was being renovated. That turned out to be lies and fed to us simply so that we didn't visit.

This is the shit that @anidiotexplores has to endure from ‘toxic’ Facebook. The same bullshit lying intelligence was sent about “The Scout Masters House” from the same source.

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We almost veto'd that one, but decided to give it a shot anyway. It was open, full of treasure, and fantastic. That story will come soon enough.


...'you see why I avoid the UX Facebook scene, it's mostly full of tossers with a few gems of people. I keep in touch with those directly'...

"The Policeman's House" is another one of those 'middle-of-nowhere' locations. The junction next to it was the only feasible dumping area for my car. It would have to suffice.

Besides all the boards, it looked great and resembled 'Grandma's House' from the Little Red Riding story. If there was going to be fuck all inside then perhaps a band of wolves had taken up residence. If we could get out with a few bite marks as souvenirs it would make for a great tale.

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We made for the back, ignoring the 'keep out' stickers, and walked through the back door which was invitingly open.

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The electricity was on, hardly a good sign and it was stripped as we had been warned. Not even a single Tithead could be seen.

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These old ovens don’t half look solid but how well do they perform? I would miss my modern kitchen. What's with those springs at the front of the hobs?

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Not one plate, fork, knife, or spoon was to be seen.

The letter got my attention; it was sitting on the floor and looked very out of place. Had it been written during the COVID times?

Even the local coppers are not shielded from these lunatics who knock on your doors with their religious bullshit.

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"Dear Neighbour" it says. There are no neighbours, at least for a mile or so either way. I can guess the letter didn't merit or yield a response.

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Had "The Policeman's House" been subject to some sort of cleaning? It looked semi-cobweb-infested and yet a little tidy in other areas.

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No central heating, but those expensive ineffective storage heaters were next to several windows. along with luxurious velvet curtains.

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The front door looked like it was made in medieval times; I zoned in on the keys in the lock.

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As much as I turned the key, it didn’t turn the lock. Not wanting to force it I gave up. We could always leave by the back entrance unless that hidden pack of wolves started howling followed by an impromptu attack. There's always the bites as bragging rights.

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The boards fitted to “The Policeman’s House” looked relatively fresh, but not so much from the inside.

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This sight as well as the live electricity told us the house was starting to be renovated. This is another ‘going off’ Time Capsule that needs to be added to the growing list.

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The fireplace did look like a ‘reno job’, but the old wallpaper remained.

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That junction was the only place to park. My car must be just off the picture.

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It’s not exactly old, but not yesterday’s edition.

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The foliage was starting to encroach on the house in places. I have seen a lot worse (or better).

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Upstairs was extremely bare and not worthy of photographs. That is beside the bathroom in its gaudy pink.

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Doesn’t that look inviting? Freezing water, no wallpaper with added muck that would serve to make you dirtier than when you stepped in. When you're done you can stand up and flash your willy to the passing motorists.

We left the house, closing the door (again), and noticed a rotting caravan situated close by.

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As caravans go, this one was hardly a ‘looker’ and we cautiously opened the back door listening for any signs of snoring, sexual ecstasy, belching, or farting sounds.

…’UX TIP: Using your ears helps you avoid danger; use all your senses well before stepping into decrepit looking caravans’…

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Whoever had stripped the house had also been here. Nothing; not even a set of used false teeth with added spinach.

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The floor was rotting away badly and I almost went through it in one area. It will need to be crushed, there’s no renovating that one.

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"The Policeman's House" was another disappointing exploration. Our schedule was filled with Time Capsules up the arse, but so far they were proving to be rather... er shit.

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What's with those springs at the front of the hobs?

Hope someone answers, I have always wondered that too!

and ... That gaudy pink in the bathroom ... Where are my fricking 😎

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The next explore contained a similar cooker with those spring things again. Surely someone must know what use they are?

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The springs help dissipate the heat so that it is easier to touch without burning your hands.

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The answer was given, I bet they are still hot to touch though.

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If you right-click that AGA image and do "Search Google images", it's interesting how many abandoned places it brings up that I bet you would love to visit.

That AGA is probably worth a few bob even in that state, and I mean as a working oven, not scrap value.

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If you right-click that AGA image and do "Search Google images", it's >interesting how many abandoned places it brings up that I bet you would love to visit.

I did this.. and found a Time Capsule I have yet to write up. Quite disturbing.. though that one is off limits now (unless you want to lose your balls to a machete).

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Impressive place... Great shots... As usual, a funny and eloquent article...

!PIZZA

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It could be an historic place... the old lock called my attention.

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This one has a true potential if renovated fully.
The bathroom colorscheme needs to go lol!

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The bathroom colorscheme needs to go lol

LOL.. yes, it's a little last century..

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Fox Farm? I wasn't off the mark with the Big Bad Wolf then? It would have been more interesting to catch 'Grandma' in bed with big teeth.

Where does this 'Policeman's' label come from? those old photos maybe.

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Yes the guy's name was Fox, and he was at one time in his life a policeman.

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Am I weird to want to clean this one up as well and go and live there? (And bake cookies?) 😬

It's gorgeous. Again.
 

...'you see why I avoid the UX Facebook scene, it's mostly full of tossers with a few gems of people. I keep in touch with those directly'...

 

Facebook was created to bully someone who wouldn't date another someone. With those intentions from the get go, it could only go downhill from there :/

In addition - with all of the marketing and politics and utter bullshit being thrown around on there, being called social "connection" while it (literally) triggers users worst fears and (hence) personality traits...

your experience isn't surprising.

Fakebook is a machine that's feeding off the fear of humanity - intentionally because this elicits the most engagement because when people are triggered they fight and engage without thought.

Stay the fuck off it would be my suggestion from a mental health perspective. And also from a personal growth perspective.

Engaging on there is traumatizing. Not can be. IS. It's the way they've designed it and the intentions behind the algorithms. Not okay.

So I guess what I'm trying to say is that it's not even users fault because, mostly, they're triggered as hell and running on instinct instead of engaging consciously and kindly.

Why is this so? This happens when a person gets triggered - the survival thing (stress response) gets kicked in to gear.

And what happens when that happens?

Lord of the flies happens. That's what happens. Survival of the fittest happens.

It's competitive. Brutal and feral - because people are afraid.

Also - I would miss your posts if they deterred you from creating them. 👍

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I use it to chat with people, and nothing else. I do read.. but rarely comment on anything. It's spying system to keep tabs on people, and the more they boast the more you see.

A very strange idea.., and one I got bored of quickly.

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Yeah

I also find it boring these days

It was fun when it was more personal and then marketing and news 🙄

I signed up again for a business page but hardly even use that

I guess if you use anything with awareness it can be used smart 👍

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Too bad the house is abandoned. if in my country, there will definitely be people who immediately occupy. atleast, they took wooden bricks and iron

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Love the fairytale look of this one
Sans wolves!

My grandmother had a pink bathroom. Her favorite color. 😁

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Everyone seems to like the bathroom, I have seen a pink one before.. long ago!

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This could be turned into a little gem. Love the architecture of this little house.
The inside is completely stripped… waiting for the new owner to return and start renovating it I guess.
Thanks for sharing @slobberchops 😎 hope next ones are better.
Happy Tuesday!

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It was a great house, but very small inside. Looks are deceiving.

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Ok, yes… sometimes looks can be deceiving indeed. 😊

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Aren't Aga's weird? I can never fathom why poshos life to have them and claim they are better ovens. The oven might be alright but the hobs look shit.

I don't think I have ever seen a pink toilet before. I don't think I ever want to again... 🤣

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I don't know much about vintage hobs.., but see this style very regularly. Even when small we never had anything so medieval looking!

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They do look medieval!! I bet they are a nightmare to cook on

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You’ve a fun way of describing such places. Good pictures and Great blog.

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It looks like a great property - but someone is going to spend a fortune to make it livable! A shame you didn't get there before they started cleaning :( ...

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It wasn't bad inside, it could be saved. The roof was good and that's the important part.

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It is pretty decent. Just to make clear, it is a policeman who used to live here, right?

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There were old photographs of cops, like 70 years ago before it was cleared out. I think that's the connection.

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Still looks like a pretty cool place even if there wasn't much in there. Like a cute little cottage or something like that. I tried to take some shots on my recent roadtrip. I might throw together a post. Who knows.

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Was a great location, besides being next to a road. Very little else out there.

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Haha! I wondered how the Jehovah Witnesses handled the inability to go to door during covid! We actually haven't had a stop by from them in a few years now. Mormons though, they may have taken a break for about six months, then they were back in action XD

That is a really cool looking house, it's too bad there was nothing in there to snoop through!

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Haha! I wondered how the Jehovah Witnesses handled the inability to go to door during covid!

They hang around in shopping centres here, with their magazines. Nobody gives them any attention. Knocking on doors used to happen, but I haven't experienced it in years.

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When you say the police man's house was it own by a police man? Just curious to know because it doesn't look like it is being own by a police man or is it just a metaphor. Where you able to grab souvenir?

Not one plate, fork, knife, or spoon was to be seen.

That's weird, How can that be possible what happened to all the spoon, fork and knife hmm spooky!!!.

I am also sorry it was a disappointing exploration better ones will sure come.

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Looks like a very authentic place. I love authentic places and items. I really like the images here. Bravo.

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Nice pink toilet suite. I dont fancy a night in their 'air bnb' caravan - dont think it will have many stars ! The springs on the stove are handles for lifting up the covers to the hot plates. The covers are heavy and keep them insulated/hot when not in use, as I think they are on all the time once its up to heat. My mate used to have one like that in his house.

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They look so antiquated.. and yet I see so many of these hobs.

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You're gonna go back and see what's behind that door right? Keys in it and never opened is fun.

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It would have been dust, spiders and maybe a man-eating rat at best!

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Brilliant dude, looking forward to the 'The Station Masters" house.

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'The Station Masters"

We didn't go.., the lies distracted us. Got some more Time Capsules coming soon though. Nice to see you commenting..

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La casa se ve bastante destruida pero bien arreglada estuviera genial, las fotos quedaron súper

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If I was a homeless I would be skulking around here as it's not in bad nick! I was impressed. There are people on Hive that live in places that make this look like Buckingham Palace. Loved the Jehovah letter. He's not answering, get out the pen and paper.

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Yes,it wasn't pissing wet inside, and staying the night is better than being outside, or is it? The homeless tend to give it a go.. and then leave their shit behind. This one was far too rural for any of that.

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