Derelict Detective

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Join us, as we venture back in time, exploring the UK's once loved, now forgotten, abandoned buildings frozen in time.

Featuring Photography, Live Videos and TikToks. 🏚

🕵‍♂️ Camelot Theme Park 🐲Another Throwback, Explored around 10 Years ago⚔️ Once a kingdom of knights, dragons and family...
17/06/2026

🕵‍♂️ Camelot Theme Park 🐲

Another Throwback, Explored around 10 Years ago

⚔️ Once a kingdom of knights, dragons and family adventure, this abandoned theme park now stands frozen in time. Opened in 1983, the park was built around the legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, becoming one of the North West's most recognisable attractions. At its peak, thousands of visitors flocked here each year to experience its rollercoasters, live shows and medieval-themed attractions.
However, declining visitor numbers and increasing competition eventually led to the park's closure in 2012. Since then, nature has slowly reclaimed the site. Rusting rides, empty pathways and crumbling themed buildings now tell the story of a once-thriving destination that echoed with laughter and excitement.
🎢 Walking through the abandoned remains today feels like stepping into a forgotten world. The silence is broken only by the wind moving through overgrown pathways where families once queued for rides. Although many attractions have since been removed, the surviving structures continue to offer a fascinating glimpse into one of Britain's most memorable lost theme parks.
These photographs capture the eerie beauty of a place where fantasy and adventure once came to life, now left to decay as a haunting reminder of a bygone era.

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🕵‍♂️ Shoutout 📢To all my new followers and fans Hope you are all having a great week, appreciate your engagement and su...
17/06/2026

🕵‍♂️ Shoutout 📢

To all my new followers and fans
Hope you are all having a great week, appreciate your engagement and support 💪

Bless 🙌 Derelict Detective

🕵‍♂️ Abandoned Tyson Fury Hotel Part 1 🥊Stepping inside this grand Victorian hotel was like walking into a forgotten cha...
16/06/2026

🕵‍♂️ Abandoned Tyson Fury Hotel Part 1 🥊

Stepping inside this grand Victorian hotel was like walking into a forgotten chapter of British hospitality history. Opened in the late 19th century, the building welcomed generations of travellers, holidaymakers and notable guests, becoming a well-known landmark for over a century before eventually falling silent and being left to the elements.
Despite its current state of decay, traces of its former elegance remain throughout the property. Ornate architectural details, grand staircases and faded decorative features offer a glimpse into a time when the hotel stood at the heart of local social life. Years of neglect have taken their toll, but the building still retains an undeniable sense of character and history.
More recently, the hotel gained international attention after being used as a filming location for Netflix's reality series At Home with the Furys, which followed heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury and his family during his retirement from boxing in 2022. The programme, released in 2023, gave viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the Fury family's daily lives and featured a number of locations across the North West of England.
Today, the contrast between the building's rich past and its current abandoned condition is striking. Once filled with guests, conversation and activity, it now stands as a fascinating reminder of a bygone era, slowly being reclaimed by time while preserving the stories of those who passed through its doors.

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🕵‍♂️ Let's put the 💩 aside, that's some serious handwriting! ✍️Derelict Detective
16/06/2026

🕵‍♂️ Let's put the 💩 aside, that's some serious handwriting! ✍️

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16/06/2026

🕵‍♂️ I think he wanted us to leave, you could've just asked mate! 😂😂

Good day out in York 📸

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🍅 Throwback: 10 Years Ago at the Secret "Tomato" Farm! 🏢​Hard to believe it's been a whole decade since this absolutely ...
16/06/2026

🍅 Throwback: 10 Years Ago at the Secret "Tomato" Farm! 🏢
​Hard to believe it's been a whole decade since this absolutely wild explore! We crept into this abandoned office building expecting the usual urban exploration sights—peeling wallpaper, forgotten desks, and maybe some old filing cabinets. What we actually found was way more interesting.
​Deep inside the derelict block, we stumbled upon a highly sophisticated, fully active... "botanical garden." Let's just say someone was really passionate about cultivating a massive crop of tomatoes. 🥗😉
​Here is a breakdown of what we walked into:
​The Setup: Rows upon rows of lush, vibrant "tomato" plants thriving in the middle of a decaying office floor.
​The Tech: Massive, high-powered grow lights were blazing away, alongside a fully automated irrigation system working hard to keep the precious crop perfectly hydrated.
​The Atmosphere: It was literally like stepping into a tropical sauna. The heat and humidity were absolutely intense from all the heavy-duty equipment running in a sealed-off room!
​"Needless to say, we snapped our photos and quickly made our exit before the highly dedicated 'gardeners' returned to check on their harvest!"
​Definitely one of the most memorable, bizarre, and sweatiest explores from back in the day. Check out the photos to see the secret indoor farm for yourself!

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🕵‍♂️ The Buckles Inn 🍺The Buckles Inn was a traditional roadside pub on the A64 just outside York, near Bilbrough and As...
16/06/2026

🕵‍♂️ The Buckles Inn 🍺

The Buckles Inn was a traditional roadside pub on the A64 just outside York, near Bilbrough and Askham Bryan. It was a Samuel Smith's pub known for its old-fashioned atmosphere, affordable drinks, homemade pub food, large beer garden, and family-friendly environment. The inn was popular with both locals and travellers heading into or out of York because of its convenient location and ample parking.
The pub had a reputation for friendly service and traditional pub meals such as pies, sandwiches, steaks, and Sunday lunches. Visitors often commented on its retro feel and spacious interior.
The name "Buckles" is believed to be linked to the local Buckle family, who were historically associated with the area. The building stood prominently beside the A64 and was a familiar landmark for motorists travelling between York and Tadcaster.
Unfortunately, as is tye fate with many Samuel Smith Pubs, it is now closed and appears to have been for a number of years.
There was no access, so only managed a few window shots.

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12/06/2026

🚨 UPDATE: TEENAGE GIRL STABBED IN BRIERFIELD 🚨

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious incident in Brierfield this afternoon.
Emergency services, including armed police officers, were called to Wood Street at around 3:06pm on Friday, June 12, following reports that a teenage girl had been stabbed.
Lancashire Police have since confirmed that a 17-year-old girl suffered a stab wound to the back of her neck and was taken to hospital for treatment.
A 30-year-old man was arrested shortly afterwards on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody while enquiries continue.
A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said:
"We were called at 3.06pm today to Wood Street, Brierfield, to a report of a stabbing.
"It was reported that a 17-year-old girl had been assaulted and suffered a stab injury to her neck.
"Officers, some of them armed, attended and a 30-year-old man was arrested shortly afterwards on suspicion of attempted murder.
"The girl was taken to hospital for treatment to a stab wound in the back of her neck.
"We know that this will cause alarm in the local community and extra patrols will be in the area this evening to provide reassurance."
Police are continuing their investigation and have appealed for witnesses or anyone with CCTV, dashcam or Ring doorbell footage from the area to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Lancashire Police on 101, quoting log 0836 of June 12. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

⚠️ INCIDENT NEAR BRIERFIELD SCHOOL ⚠️Reports are emerging this evening of a serious incident involving a schoolgirl in B...
12/06/2026

⚠️ INCIDENT NEAR BRIERFIELD SCHOOL ⚠️

Reports are emerging this evening of a serious incident involving a schoolgirl in Brierfield, Lancashire.
According to information received by our page, which has not yet been independently verified, a female pupil was allegedly attacked by an unidentified male after leaving school this afternoon. Unconfirmed reports suggest the girl suffered a serious neck injury and was taken to hospital by emergency services.
It has also been alleged that members of the public intervened at the scene, with one parent reportedly detaining the suspected attacker until police arrived. Reports indicate that an arrest has since been made, although this has not yet been officially confirmed by Lancashire Police.
The condition of the girl remains unclear at this time. Some reports suggest she is receiving treatment in hospital for serious injuries, but official details have not yet been released.
We would stress that all information currently available to us is based on witness accounts and reports from members of the public. We are awaiting official confirmation from the relevant authorities and will provide updates as further verified information becomes available.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this reported incident.

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